Applications can be submitted online, in person at designated offices, via a mobile app, or by phone, requiring documentation such as identification and income proof.

Eligibility for the program extends to numerous counties, including Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, and Burke.

This initiative is part of a broader $1.4 billion recovery effort funded by federal disaster relief.

North Carolina is launching the Renew Single-Family Housing Program to assist homeowners affected by Hurricane Helene.

The application process is divided into four phases, prioritizing households earning below 60% of the area median income and those with special needs.

State Treasurer Brad Briner announced a second round of interest-free Cashflow Loans for local governments, utilizing $34.4 million from a $100 million loan program established under the Disaster Recovery Act of 2024.

This second round of loans was prompted by requests from local governments needing more time to assess damage and secure funding.

Assistance is prioritized for households in distressed counties, low-income families, seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those needing repairs.

The first round of loans distributed over $73 million to local municipalities in February 2025, aiding in immediate recovery efforts.

The loans provided to local governments must be repaid within five years, supporting communities as they rebuild after the hurricane.

Deputy Secretary Stephanie McGarrah emphasized the long-term nature of the recovery process, committing to timely support for rebuilding communities and homes.

In addition to the single-family program, two more housing initiatives focusing on multi-family and workforce housing are set to launch later in 2025.