The selection of families who purchase homes from Habitat for Humanity is done by the Family Selection Committee using the criteria listed below in a way that does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, race, age, handicap, religion, national origin, family status or marital status, or because all or part of income is derived from any public assistance program.
You or someone you know could become a Habitat Family if. . .
- Your current housing is not adequate and you are not able to obtain good housing through other means.
- You are currently spending too much of your monthly income on housing.
- Your income falls within the HUD annual income guidelines below.
- You have lived or worked in Canyon County for at least a year.
- You have the ability to pay the zero interest, monthly mortgage payment.
- You are willing to complete between 300 to 500 hours of volunteer work, or “sweat equity” prior to moving into your home.
- You are willing to “Partner” with Habitat for Humanity by attending home ownership classes, preparing a family budget prior to final selection, and provide a down payment of $500 prior to construction completion.
- You are able to maintain and make repairs on your home.
| Family Size | Minimum | Maximum |
| 1 | $13,000 | $21,700 |
| 2 | $14,850 | $24,800 |
| 3 | $16,700 | $27,900 |
| 4 | $18,550 | $30,950 |
| 5 | $20,050 | $33,450 |
| 6 | $21,550 | $35,950 |
| 7 | $23,050 | $38,400 |
| 8 | $24,500 | $40,900 |
How to apply:
If you would like to apply for a Canyon County Habitat for Humanity house but have more questions, please call our office at 208-459-3344 to discuss your specific situation.
You can also download this form and submit it to our office.
For information, please Contact Us
NOTICE: The federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act prohibits creditors from discriminating against credit applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age (provided the applicant has the capacity to enter into a binding contract); because all or part of the applicant’s income derives from any public assistance program; or because the applicant has in good faith exercised any right under the Consumer Credit Protection Act. The federal agency that administers compliance with this law concerning this creditor is the Federal Trade Commission, Washington, DC 20580.