Frequently Asked Questions

You may print a Home Improvement Application (PDF) or pick one up from the City of Fountain Valley Housing and Community Development Division located in City Hall at 10200 Slater Avenue. Business hours are Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.  Completed applications may be dropped off at City Hall or mailed to City of Fountain Valley Attn:  Home Improvement Program, 10200 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley, CA 92708.  All applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Additional information regarding the City’s Home Improvement Program may be found on the Housing Rehabilitation Program page.

The City of Fountain Valley Home Improvement Program is open to City of Fountain Valley homeowners meeting the following criteria:

• Home must be owner occupied as the primary residence
• Home must be located in Fountain valley
• Home must be in NEED of repairs (no remodel or upgrades allowed)
• Applicant(s) liquid assets must not exceed $50,000 or $100,000 (based on age and income)
• Applicant(s) must not have had a bankruptcy discharged within 24 months
• Household must meet low-income limits established by HUD
• Homeowner must not own other rental property or real estate holdings.

Additional information regarding the City’s Home Improvement Programs and related eligibility requirements may be found on the City’s Housing Rehabilitation Program page.

The City of Fountain Valley Home Improvement Program require that the applicant(s) and all household members submit the following documents:

• Income verification such as employment pay stubs, year-to-date profit and loss statement, Social Security Award Letter, Retirement Benefit Statement, Cash Aid Award Letters, and Federal and State Income Tax Returns.
• Asset Verification such as checking and savings account statements, current Brokerage account statements, IRA statements, and Certificate of Deposits.
• Property ownership verification such as copies of the Grant Deed, Mortgage Statement, HOA Dues, HELOC, or other financing, Mobile Home Registration and/or Certificate of Title, and verification of mobile home space rent.
• Current Homeowner’s Insurance Policy (if in a floodplain, must also have flood insurance).
• Current Utility Bills and Property Tax Bill.

For additional questions regarding the Home Improvement Program application process, please feel free to call the Housing Technician at (714) 593-4510.

Eligible improvements may include; termite treatment and damaged wood repair, roof repair or replacement, repair of plastering, stucco, or siding, interior and exterior painting, repair to heating and electrical systems, weatherization, plumbing, driveways and walkways, accessibility modifications, and room additions in over-crowded situations. Complete list of eligible improvements (PDF)

All previous renovations, not properly permitted, must be brought into compliance prior to participation in the program. All health and safety related problems and code violations (e.g. faulty wiring, unsanitary plumbing, and unpermitted structures) must be corrected before general improvements can be made. Once all health and safety related issues have been corrected, general home improvement items will be considered.

Applicants must receive approval from city staff prior to the commencement of any work. Any work completed prior to the receipt of approval from city staff will not receive funding.

All improvements must be completed by an approved contractor with a California State Contractor’s License in good standing. All contractors must also carry current general liability and worker’s compensation insurance policies, and must obtain a City of Fountain Valley Business License.