Current Programs
GEODC services a wide variety of programs for local, state, and federal entities supporting community growth.
R3 Community Heat Pump Deployment Program (CHPDP)
Oregon Department of Energy – Burns Paiute Tribe Community Heat Pump Deployment Program
Administrators:
Rural Regional Revitalization (R3), in partnership with Greater Eastern Oregon Economic Development Corporation (GEODC) and Oregon Department of Energy
Dates:
Begins April 2024, Ends December 30th, 2025 or when funding is no longer available
Communities Served:
Enrolled Burns Paiute Tribal Members residing in the state of Oregon
Program Details:
We are pleased to announce that R3 and GEODC are partnering with Oregon Department of Energy (ODOE) to administer their Community Heat Pump Deployment Program to enrolled Burns Paiute Tribal Members. This program allows us to cover up to $7,000 towards Heat Pumps Technologies to residents in need of more efficient heating/cooling in their homes.
In this program, R3 and GEDOC will utilize a system in which clients who are in more dire situations are given the opportunity to receive assistance first.
There are no restrictions as to what utility you use, and if you are interested in learning more or would like to be considered for this program, please contact GEODC at [email protected].
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Regional Housing
The Northeast Regional Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program is a zero percent (0%), deferred payment, income limited, home repair program provided to assist homeowners with essential home repairs. The program is administered by GEODC and all repairs completed by State of Oregon licensed contractors. The goals of this program are to alleviate health and safety concerns, conserve and improve existing moderate housing, encourage energy conservation and the revitalization of neighborhoods.
Funds are subject to availability
| Household Size | Morrow County | Umatilla County |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $35,400 | $36,600 |
| 2 | $40,450 | $41,800 |
| 3 | $45,500 | $47,050 |
| 4 | $50,550 | $52,250 |
| 5 | $54,600 | $56,450 |
| 6 | $58,650 | $60,650 |
| 7 | $62,700 | $64,600 |
| 8 | $66,750 | $69,000 |
Eligibility Requirements
- Homeowner must meet qualifying income level
- Homeowner must occupy property (no rental properties)
- Homeowner must have sufficient equity in the property to secure the loan
- Property must be located within Morrow or Umatilla county
- Repairs must not exceed 50% of the county assessed Real Market Value (RMV) of the property
- Manufactured homes must be newer than 1978
- Property cannot be located within a flood plain
- Homeowner must maintain hazard insurance equal to the value of the property until the loan is repaid
Eligible Repair Examples:
- Health and Safety Concerns-Structural Repairs
- Electrical, Plumbing, Heating System Repairs, Replacements, or Upgrades
- Roofing Repairs or Replacements
- Roofing Repairs or Replacements
- Weatherization-Siding, Windows, Doors, Insulation
- Handicap Accessibility
There is no obligation and all information is confidential. To find out more about the program or to get assistance with the online pre-application submission, please contact Christina Smith at 541.969.2671 or [email protected].
Or you may download, print, and return a completed PDF form.