How
do I know if I am eligible for any services?
Although each program
has its own specific requirements here are some of
the basic eligibility requirements.
- An applicant
must qualify as a family (includes a family
with or without children, an elderly family,
a near elderly family a disabled family and
a single person). At least one family member
must be of Indian descent.
- An applicant
must be 18 years of age.
- An applicant
must be low income living in or wish to
live in the Creek Nation boundaries except
for the Mortgage Assistance Program which
includes the state of Oklahoma.
- Applicant must
qualify as a low income family, whose income
does not exceed 80% of the national median
income, as set by HUD. Income limits are adjusted
for family size and updated on an annual basis.
- The applicant
will be required to provide all information
requested on the application, necessary forms
and certifications. All information and statements
made by the applicant are subject to verification.
Can I apply if I currently
live out of state.
An applicant may apply for any of the
Housing Program services without presently living
within the Creek Nation but if determined eligible
must be willing to live and accept services
within the Creek Nation
boundaries. In the case of the Mortgage Assistance
Program the applicant must be willing to purchase
and live within the State of Oklahoma.
How do I apply?
Each applicant wishing to participate in any
Housing program must submit in person, a
complete, signed, and dated written application
to the Housing Division Admissions Department
for processing according to specific program
eligibility requirements. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
WILL BE RETURNED.
Do I have
to already own land to be eligible for a
new construction home?
No, in most cases new construction houses are built on land acquired by HACN.
You may use land that you have readily available but it must meet all enviornmental
requirements.
Does Housing
provide any home repair services?
The
Rehabilitation of Privately-Owned Homes Program
provides assistance to existing homeowners. The
scope of items included under the program may include roof repair, foundation
repair, plumbing, electrical, sewer systems,
cabinetry repair, HVAC repairs, or installations.
Not included under the program are general maintenance or cosmetic repairs. |