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Rural Development | USDA Rural Development - Illinois

4115 Progress Drive, Ottawa, IL 61350

Eligibility

Open to residents in rural areas of Illinois

Required documents

Several documents are needed, a checklist will be provided with application packet, call for more information
(815) 313-2352

Voice - Main Phone

rd.usda.gov/il
[email protected]

Application process

Call or visit the website

Fees

Varies by program

Service area

Champaign County, IL
Effingham County, IL
Knox County, IL
Morgan County, IL
Ogle County, IL
Lasalle County, IL
Bureau County, IL

Description

Provides programs to build or improve housing and essential community facilities in rural areas.

Programs available

- Single-Family Housing Programs: Direct loans or loan guarantees for low- and moderate-income rural families for mortgages and home repairs. Additionally provides grants for health and safety repairs for those over 62.

- Multi-Family Housing Programs: Loans for affordable rental housing for very-low- to moderate-income residents, the elderly, and people with disabilities. Funds also may be used to buy/improve land and to provide necessary facilities such as water and waste disposal systems. Rent assistance for rural residents.

- Community Facilities Programs: Loans, grants and loan guarantees for essential community facilities in rural areas. Priority to health care, education and public safety projects.

Providing organization

USDA Rural Development - Illinois

Provides programs to build or improve housing and essential community facilities in rural areas.