Commission on Disabilities

Housing Accessibility Modification Program (HAMP)

A program designed to improve the physical access of rental units for people with disabilities

BALTIMORE COUNTY COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES

 

Our mission is to foster attitudes and promote behaviors which respect and value people with disabilities among County government, its citizens, and others.

The Commission of Disabilities includes people with disabilities, family members, representatives of public and private service-providing agencies, and State and local government.  The Commission works to assure that all of the County’s programs and services are accessible.

The Commission of Disabilities is part of the Baltimore County Department of Housing and Community Development and is made up of volunteers who are appointed to the County Executive.

Baltimore County Department of Housing and Community Development
COMMISSION OF DISABILITIES
The Jefferson Building, Suite 201

105 West Chesapeake Ave., Towson, MD  21204
hamp@balitmorecountymd.gov   410-887-6055  MD  Relay:  711

What is HAMP?

The Housing Accessibility Modification Program (HAMP) provides financial assistance to homeowners and tenants with disabilities so their units can be modified to meet their accessibility needs.

To be eligible, an applicant must have a disability, own a property, or reside in Baltimore County, and have a rental lease agreement.  The total household income may not exceed 80% of the median income for Baltimore County.  Eligible incomes changy annually and are specified in the application.

Who qualifies for a HAMP grant?


Wh
at modifications are allowed under HAMP?


Modifications are based on an applicant’s particular needs and may include the installation of wheelchair ramps/lifts, renovations to bathrooms and kitchens, grab bars, flashing doorbells, or lighting changes.  Each request is reviewed on a case-by-base basis.  Prior to approval, requests are reviewed by an inspector.  Common areas are not included and modifications must be approved by the landlord. 

All work must be done by licensed and insured contractors, selected by the tenant.  The Department of Housing and Community Development maintains a list of local contractors who have experience with modifications.

Who performs the modification?


Why HAMP?

The immediate intent of the program is to ensure the homeowners and renters with disabilities have full access to their units by providing financial assistance to make reasonable accomodations, with the long term goal of increasing accessible rental units throughout Baltimore County.

To apply, simply contact the Department of Housing and Community Development, Housing Opportunities at 410-887-6055.  Funding will be awarded after consideration of each application on a first-come, first served basis as long as funding is available. 

Applications can also be found online:
baltimorecountymd.gov/Agencies/planning/disabilities/housingresources.html

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