Homeowner Resources

The information on this page is subject to change and not all resources are City of Chicago programs. To learn if you qualify and the most up-to-date information, please contact the organization directly to learn how it may support you. If you are an organization interested in being listed on this guide or having your information updated, please contact DOH at 312.744.3653.

Far South Community Development Corporation

Type of Assistance:

  • Home Accessibility Program:
    • Forgivable loan for ramp installation
    • Other accessibility repairs

Contact:

  • (773) 831-7107
  • https://farsouthcdc.org
    • Go to ‘Services + Residential Support + Homeowner & Community Resources’

Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOC)

Type of Assistance:

  • Access existing equity through current mortgage lender

Contact:

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Cook County Assessor's Office

Type of Assistance:

  • Property tax exemptions for:
    • Homeowners
    • Seniors
    • Persons with Disabilites
    • Veterans

Contact:

Cook County Clerk

Type of Assistance:

  • Record of deeds
  • Check ownership

Contact:

Chicago Department of Finance & Community Economic Development Association of Cook County (CEDA)

Type of Assistance:

  • No penalties or debt collection on past due City of Chicago utility debt
  • 50% reduction for water charges, sewer charges, and water-sewer tax
  • Debt forgiveness of unpaid balance

Contact:

  • 800-571-2332
  • https://utilitybill.chicago.gov

Service Facts

Department:

Department Main Office

Housing

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