Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 813 - OREGON HOUSING AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Division 66 - MANUFACTURED DWELLING REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Section 813-066-0035 - Manufactured Home Replacement Program Energy Grant Terms and Eligibility

(1) A portion of the grant funds may be used for Manufactured Dwelling Replacement Project completion as a means to deliver energy efficiency, pursuant to OHCS Manufactured Dwelling Replacement Program.

(2) There is no minimum grant amount and the maximum grant amount allowable is up to $25,000.

(3) Grants will be awarded to an individual or entity that meets the qualifications set forth in ORS 458.358 and applicable administrative rule.

(4) The primary heating fuel source of the new manufactured dwelling must be electric, and the home site must be located within Portland General Electric or Pacific Power service areas.

(5) An individual or entity that qualifies under ORS 458.358 may apply for a grant through a process established by OHCS or an entity authorized by OHCS to administer the program.

(6) An individual must have an adjusted gross annual household income no greater than 100 percent (100%) of statewide or local area median household income, whichever is greater, adjusted for household size at the time of application.

(7) The grant must be for the decommissioning and replacement of manufactured dwellings that are the homeowner's primary residence and that were manufactured prior to 1995.

(8) New replacement manufactured dwellings must meet minimum Energy Efficiency Standards.

(9) The new manufactured dwelling must have electric heating and cooling systems that meet Energy Efficiency Standards.

(10) A qualified individual or entity may apply for a grant without applying for a program loan when decommissioning a manufactured dwelling older than 1995 and replacing it with a new, like-kind, manufactured dwelling.

(11) Documentation, as outlined in the procurement documents, confirming proper disposal of the replaced manufactured dwelling is required.