Housing Programs

Program Eligiblity and Applications

Deferred Loan Program - Olathe homeowners who need to make major repairs to their homes may apply for an interest free - 0% - home improvement loan. These loans are based upon home equity with the maximum loan allowable being $35,000. There are no monthly payments; the loan is deferred until the property is sold, title transfers, or property is turned into a rental.  

Emergency Repair Program - Homeowners in need of repairs that if left undone would pose a threat to their health and safety such as collapsed sewer, damaged roof, furnace etc.

Exterior Maintenance Program – Homeowners cited through the city’s Property Maintenance Division who do not have the financial resources to make the necessary repairs could apply for assistance to correct the violation.

Elderly Homeowner Assistance - Elderly Homeowners who are physically or financially unable to maintain their homes may qualify for assistance with simple general maintenance with little or no expense to them.  Local volunteers may be available for assistance.

Handicap Accessibility Program - Residents with physical limitations may apply for a grant to remove structural barriers from their home.  Renters may be eligible for assistance starting in 2009.

Snow Brigade – Elderly and/or disabled residents may enroll in this program to request snow removal for accumulation amounts of two (2) or more inches.  Services and turn around time are contingent upon availability of volunteers.

1st Time Homebuyer - First time homebuyers participating in the Olathe Section 8 First Time Homebuyers Program or the Johnson County’s American Dream Home Program may apply for a grant to make repairs to their future home that have been identified at the home inspection as health and safety issues.

Exterior Paint Program – Homeowners who reside within the city limits may apply for exterior paint and primer. Homeowners are responsible for applying the paint within 90 days of receiving the paint voucher. Local volunteers may be available to assist elderly and disabled homeowners who are unable to apply the paint themselves.

Home Improvement Programs
201 North Cherry Street
Olathe, Kansas 66061