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1. What is the Maricopa County Home Improvement Program (MCHIP)?

MCHIP is a new program that utilizes multiple funding sources to achieve a common goal of providing safe and suitable housing through the rehabilitation and modification of owner occupied homes. Program approval is dependent on availability of funds.

2. What can MCHIP assistance cover?

Emergency Repair, Minor/Major Rehabilitation - MCHSD administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funding for the Urban County communities to provide home repair assistance to owner occupied homes of income-qualified homeowners.


Emergency repair, minor and major rehabilitation services are available only in the Maricopa Urban County service area (Unincorporated Maricopa County or within the City/Town limits of: Buckeye, El Mirage, Gila Bend, Goodyear, Guadalupe, Litchfield Park, Queen Creek, Tolleson, Wickenburg, or Youngtown).

3. How do I qualify for MCHIP?

All aspects of the program have different eligibility requirements. Applicants must complete the MCHIP Inquiry Form which will allow a caseworker and determine an applicant’s eligibility. Applicants may be eligible for more than one program. MCHIP Inquiry Form

4. What documentation is required to apply for MCHIP?

The types of required documentation will depend on the program; however, a few basic documents will be required of all applicants which include but are not limited to:
- Proof of all income for the most recent 90 days (more if instructed by the caseworker)
- Proof of applicant’s home ownership (deed or title)
- Social Security card of the applicant and household members
- Proof of citizenship or lawful presence of the applicant
- Recent gas and electric bills with account numbers and service address listed
- Photo ID for applicant

5. Where do I start?

The first step is for you to complete the brief Inquiry Form. After you have completed and submitted the Inquiry Form, you will be contacted by MCHSD staff. Helpful staff will discuss your eligibility and further application requirements for one or more of the programs.

For more information, please contact the Community Development Division at 602-506-5911.