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Amy Young Barrier Removal Program

Program Details

The Amy Young Barrier Removal (AYBR) Program provides one-time grants of up to $20,000 to Persons with Disabilities who need modifications to increase accessibility and eliminate hazardous conditions in their home. Program beneficiaries must include a Person with Disability, must have a household income that does not exceed 80% of the Area Median Family Income, and may be tenants or homeowners. Read the current 2013 HTF Income Limits for the Amy Young Barrier Removal Program (PDF).

The Department funds the AYBR Program through multiple nonprofit organizations and local governments who process intake applications, verify eligibility, and oversee construction. People with Disabilities looking for accessibility modifications must contact the Administrators directly to learn more about how to apply. Download AYBR Program Administrators (PDF) in the state.

Households looking for additional housing assistance can also look up local Administrators using TDHCA’s “Help for Texans” database.

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Amy Young Barrier Removal Program Reservation Summary

NOTICE: The Reservation System is now closed for new Amy Young Barrier Removal Program reservations.

Download AYBR Program Administrators (PDF) in the state.

Funding for the AYBR Program comes from the Housing Trust Fund, the only State-authorized funding source for affordable housing for low- and very low-income households. The Housing Trust Fund Plan details the strategy for expending funding appropriations each biennium. To be notified when the Department will be making new funds available for the AYBR Program, join the TDHCA email list and select the “Housing Trust Fund” Division topic.

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