Center for Energy and Environment  

Fix Up Fund Program

**As of 7/15/25, current funds are already committed, it is anticipated that additional funds may be available in winter 2025.

Brooklyn Center residents have the opportunity to participate in the Minnesota Fix-Up Fund Loan Program, administered through the Lending Center for Energy and Environment (CEE). CEE offers low-interest loans for Minnesota homeowners to make improvements in their homes.

Eligible projects include most interior and exterior permanent improvements including kitchen, flooring, windows, driveways, fences, energy improvements, accessibility improvements, and more! Terms & conditions apply.

Improvements may not begin prior to closing your loan. For more information on this program or other programs offered throughout the state of Minnesota contact (612) 335-5884, email loaninfo@mncee.org or visit www.mnlendingcenter.org.

 Deferred Loan Option

**As of 7/15/25, current funds are already committed, it is anticipated that additional funds may be available in winter 2025.

The Economic Development Authority of Brooklyn Center is making funds available to homeowners to assist with home maintenance and energy improvements.

 About the Loan

• 0% interest rate
• Loan amounts from $5,000 to $25,000
• Loan term is 15 years

Property Eligibility

• 1-4 unit, owner occupied residential properties located in Brooklyn Center.
• Individual townhomes, twin-homes and condos are eligible.
• Properties held in a contract for deed are eligible.
• Properties over 4 units, cooperatives, manufactured homes, properties held in a trust, and properties used for commercial purposes are not eligible.

Eligible Improvements

• A property inspection will determine and prioritize eligible improvements.
• Eligible improvements include most permanent exterior or interior improvements determined by the prioritization inspection.
• Work initiated prior to loan approval and closure is not eligible except in cases of emergencies. 

To learn more about deferred loan options, visit Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) or call 612-200-0475.

Remodeling Advisor Visits

A remodeling adviser service that offers the following:

• Free visit from a home advisor to prioritize potential improvements
• Assistance with the bidding process
• Answers questions and provides feedback regarding project ideas
• Discuss energy-efficient options for the home

Call (612) 335-5856 to schedule a visit through the Center for Energy and Environment (CEE).

Discounts on Home Energy Audits

CEE offers Brooklyn Center residents discounted home energy audits. For just $40, you can have professional's conduct a thorough energy audit. They will install energy improvements onsite so you can see instant energy savings and next steps for how to improve your score. 

For more information or to schedule a visit go to: https://www.mncee.org/home-energy-squad

Hennepin County

Rehabilitation Loan Program, Healthy Homes Grant & Lead Paint Abatement Grant

This program is administered by Hennepin County and offers deferred, no-interest, no monthly payment home repair loans to homeowners up to 80% of metro area median income ($104,200 for a household of four). Income limits will depend on  your household size. These loans are forgiven after 15 years unless the homeowner sells or is no longer living at the property. Fill out the intake form to see if you qualify. For more information please call the county's housing rehabilitation staff at 612-543-4182, email rehab@hennepin.us or visit Hennepin County's Home Repairs webpage. Please note, there is a waitlist for non-emergency repairs. We also screen homes for the Healthy Homes grant with the intake form answers you share about your home repair needs. Fill out the intake form to see if you qualify. 

Hennepin County also has a Lead Paint Abatement program for older homes with original windows and with young children in the home who live there or visit frequently. Fill out the intake form to see if you qualify. For more information about the Lead Paint Abatement program, please visit the Hennepin County Lead Control page, email healthyhomes@hennepin.us, or call 612-543-4182.

It is the same online intake form where Hennepin County will screen to see if you are eligible for the Rehabilitation Loan Program, Healthy Homes Grant, or Lead Paint Abatement Grant. 

Deconstruction Grants

Salvage, reuse and recycle most of the building materials from your next home remodeling or demo project with a Deconstruction Grant from Hennepin County. Homeowners and developers can receive up to $5,000 to offset costs. Learn more and apply at Hennepin County's website or by calling (612) 348-3777.

Resources for Seniors

Hearts & Hammers

Hearts & Hammers | Home Restoration with Volunteer Help (heartsandhammers.org): Is a non-profit organization providing free home exterior repairs to senior citizens, U.S. Armed Forces Veterans or their surviving spouses, and disabled individuals. Our work aims to restore the character of the home so these homeowners can stay safely in their affordable homes 

Rebuilding Together

Home Repair Program - Rebuilding Together Minnesota (rtmn.org) : The Home Repair program provides volunteer-delivered safe and healthy housing repairs including interior improvements (i.e. installing flooring, patching and painting), siding, windows, and landscaping. It also provides sub-contractor delivered repair or replacement of essential systems, such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roofs that are critical to healthy, livable homes.

The Household & Outdoor Maintenance (HOME) Program - Senior Community Services (for 60+ households)

The HOME program relieves the burden of difficult and expensive household chores with cost-effective options. Call 952-746-4046 or email for more information.

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