Complete this form to be notified of a new application period.
About The Homeownership Program
Through new construction and remodeled homes we offer a wide variety of quality, energy- efficient affordable housing opportunities in Lexington, Kentucky to qualified families.
For more information on our application period or for questions contact Catherine Mitchell at (859) 252-2224 Ext. 130 or CatherineM@lexhabitat.org
Program Requirements
​
Applicants Must Demonstrate the Following:
​
1. Substantial need for housing. Your housing must present one or more of the following issues:
-
Substandard – problems with heat, water, electricity, structure
-
Insufficient space – lacking enough bedrooms for the number of people in the household
-
Dangerous – located in unsafe or unsanitary living conditions
-
Inadequate – not suited for a family member who has a limitation
-
Subsidized for an extended period of time
2. Ability to Pay
-
Your income source(s) are consistent and show an ability to pay an affordable mortgage, utilities and home maintenance costs
-
Your income will allow you to pre-pay $1,500 towards loan closing costs
-
Your credit report and current debts are satisfactory
3. Willingness to partner with LHFH
-
Completing the application on time with all the requested information
-
Be willing to move to a new location within Lexington
-
Agree to complete sweat equity hours
-
Show that the homebuyer is ready for the responsibilities of owning and maintaining a home and yard
Requirements to Purchase a Lexington Habitat Home:
-
U.S. Residency – You must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency through a birth certificate, passport, permanent resident card, I-94 card, or other documentation provided by the U.S. government.
-
Local Residency/ Work History – You must have lived or worked in Fayette County, KY for one continuous year prior to application.
-
Monthly Income – Your gross monthly income must be at least $2,400 per month. Annual income from current sources must have been at least $28,800 for the 12 months prior to application. You must have been at the same job/had same income source for one year or had consistent income for two years prior to application.
-
Satisfactory Credit – Your credit report and current debt must be satisfactory. We will obtain your credit report and review it with you to see if you are eligible to proceed. Bankruptcy filings must have been discharged a minimum of three years prior to your application. Any foreclosures must have been settled at least 5 years prior to your application. Collection and charge off debt cannot exceed $2,000.
-
Have a total household income which does not exceed 60% of the median income for similar size families in Fayette County
-
Household Size/Maximum Income (Updated May 2024):
Household of 1: $40,020
Household of 2: $45,720
Household of 3: $51,420
Household of 4: $57,120
Household of 5: $61,740
Household of 6: $66,300
Household of 7: $70,860
Household of 8: $75,420
Equal Housing Opportunity
The federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act prohibits creditors from discriminating against credit applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age (provided the applicant has the capacity to enter into a binding contract); because all or part of the applicant's income derives from any public assistance program; or because the applicant has in good faith exercised any right under the Consumer Credit Protection Act. The federal agency that administers compliance with this law concerning this creditor is the Federal Trade Commission, Washington, D.C. 20580.
