Eligible Americans can score free cash worth as much as $125,000.
Some states are encouraging residents to build tiny homes, as the popularity of them has increased since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic.
One of those is New York, which has allocated $85million toward upgrading and creating housing units thanks to its 2022-2023 state budget.
The Plus One ADU (accessory dwelling units) program allows eligible homeowners in the state to claim grants worth up to $125,000.
The New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is managing the funds of the program.
WHO'S ELIGIBLE?
The funding aims to support low and middle-income New Yorkers who want to improve their property or add more around it.
READ MORE ON TINY HOMES
Those interested will need to apply with their local program administrators.
The HCR has a list of administrators listed online that you can view.
The eligibility requirements will depend on income, which will vary by the county they live in.
For example, Westchester County Habitat for Humanity (WCHFH) is one of the nonprofits in the state helping launch local ADU programs.
Most read in Money
This one is dedicated to Bedford, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, and Irvington residents.
Homeowners who live there must have income that's at or below 100 percent of the area's median.
In addition, you might be eligible for the program if you plan on using the ADU to rent out to a long-term tenant.
However, the property may not be used as a vacation rental.
Currently, all awarded program administrators are accepting applications, a spokesperson for the HCR told The U.S. Sun.
MORE STATES OFFERING FREE MONEY
Recently, The U.S. Sun has outlined other states that are offering grants to build a tiny home.
One of them is California thanks to its $50million budget.
Low to moderate-income income residents will be able to apply for up to $40,000 when the program launches.
Also, Vermont is planning to offer an ADU program of its own through a $15million pot.
It will allow applicants to claim up to $50,000.
To see if grants are available near you, be sure to Google your state type in ADU, and see if you meet the eligibility details.
For more related stories, one creative influencer bought a tiny home for only $3,000 that was in great shape.
Read More on The US Sun
And Home Depot has a $50 security fence that hides outdoor areas.
ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7tbTEZqqupl6YvK57zKilnrFfbYZ6hZVuamismaPGbrTOppxmmaClubp5xquYp6xdlrG2ecWrnJ5lnaS7psWO