Application Information

HOME PURCHASE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM


Need assistance to purchase a home? The City of Fort Pierce's Home Purchase Assistance Program provides assistance to qualified home buyers for down payment and closing costs associated with purchasing a home.

The home you are purchasing must be located within the city limits of Fort Pierce. All applicants must complete a pre-screening form prior to receiving the application.

Pre-screening forms are available below for download, at City Hall's Reception Desk or you may call 772-467-3183 to have one mailed to you.

Pre-Screen Questions and Lender List

Qualified home buyers must not have owned a home for the past 3 years, have a minimum of $500 to contribute towards down payment and meet HUD's income limits (see chart below).
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HOME REHABILITATION PROGRAM


Applications for the Fort Pierce Home Rehabilitation Program are NOT BEING ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. Please check back periodically for updates.


The application process for Owner-Occupied Home Rehabilitation is in accordance with income definitions listed in Section 429.9071, Florida Statutes. All SHIP Units must be owned by households earning below 30% AMI (see chart below). 

The total household income of any prospective participant will be determined and verified by staff for compliance with these income limits and verified prior to approval for rehabilitation.

In accordance with State requirements, the City shall monitor the rehabilitation of all SHIP homes receiving SHIP funds.
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Income Chart


Effective April 17, 2017

Household Size

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

ELI (30%)

21,100

24,100

27,100

30,100

32,550

34,950

37,350

39,750

VL (50%)

27,900

31,900

35,900

39,850

43,050

46,250

49,450

52,650

Low (80%)

33,750

38,550

43,350

48,150

52,050

55,900

59,750

63,600

Moderate (120%)

47,250

53,970

60,690

67,410

72,870

78,260

83,650

89,040