Minor Repair and Rehabilitation Program
The Minor Repair and Rehabilitation Program, administered by the Housing Authority of the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma (HASNOK), provides vital assistance to low-income Native American homeowners in need of essential home repairs. This program offers forgivable grants of up to $5,000 to restore substandard homes to safe, decent, and sanitary conditions. Eligible applicants must be Seminole Nation members, Freedmen, or Native American families, own and occupy their home for at least five years, and meet HUD low-income guidelines. Covered repairs may include plumbing, heating, roofing, storm windows, foundations, and electrical systems. Homes must pass environmental inspections and remain the family’s primary residence for at least five months following repairs. Priority is given to displaced families, elders, disabled individuals, veterans, and Seminole tribal members. Funds are paid directly to licensed contractors, ensuring accountability. Through this program, HASNOK helps preserve housing quality, promote safety, and extend the useful life of homes in its service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
You qualify for programs according to your income. Qualifying for HUD assistance requires an income level below 80% of the Federal standards median.
You do NOT have to live in Seminole the city but you MUST live within the Seminole Nation. This area includes Seminole, Wewoka, Konawa, and Sasakwa.
You do NOT have to be a member of the Seminole Nation but you must be a member of a federally recognized Native-American tribe to qualify for housing. The Housing Authority gives priority to Seminole Tribal members first.
The Housing Authority reserves the right to take up to 30 days to process an application per program. Signing and bringing all required documentation, forms, and verifications helps to expedite the process.
Applications can be found at the Housing Authority office located at 120 W 4th Street, Wewoka, OK 74884, or you can download the applications from this site. Simply choose the appropriate program under the “Housing Programs” tab and click on the application. Online applications are available in PDF file format. All applications must be turned into the Housing Authority at the previously mentioned address. Only complete applications will be processed.