Homeowner & Landlord Resources

Housing Rehabilitation  Program

The City of Northampton has limited financial assistance to income-eligible homeowners for essential repairs, accessibility improvements, and overall home safety upgrades. Administered by Community Action Pioneer Valley (CAPV), the program covers repairs such as lead paint removal/abatement, correction of code violations, and energy efficiency upgrades. 

Funding is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. For details, view the program manual or contact CAPV at 413-376-1163.

Lead-Based Paint 

Lead paint exposure poses serious health risks, especially to children. Although lead-based paint was banned in 1978, many homes in Northampton still contain it. Homeowners can check their property’s lead history through the Lead Safe Homes database. The Get the Lead Out program provides low-cost financing for lead paint removal. For more information, contact Way Finders at 413-233-1621.

First-Time Homebuyers 

Valley Community Development Corporation (CDC) provides counseling for first-time homebuyers and has limited down payment assistance. MassHousing also offers resources and support, including specialized assistance for veterans and military members purchasing their first homes.
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Incentives for Energy Efficiency 

Mass Save offers homeowners free energy audits and rebates for energy-efficient appliances to help reduce energy use. The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center provides resources for switching to clean energy and improving home efficiency. For low-income multi-family properties, the LEAN Multi-Family program offers incentives for energy efficiency upgrades.