Sarasota County residents may apply for SHIP assistance, including up to $75,000 for home purchase and $100,000 for eligible home repairs.
Sarasota County — Sarasota County residents may apply for $1.7 million in State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) assistance to purchase a home or make necessary repairs to an existing home. The program offers eligible residents help with down payments, closing costs, accessibility improvements, and health- and safety-related repairs. Sarasota County has the $1.7 million available through the Housing Enhancement and Redevelopment Office to support safe and affordable housing for income-eligible residents.
Sarasota County SHIP Program at a Glance
- Funding available: $1.7 million
- Purchase assistance: Up to $75,000
- Rehabilitation assistance: Up to $100,000
- Application process: First-come, first-approved
- Application website: HEROSRQ.net
- Program area: Sarasota County, excluding City of Sarasota residents
Applications opened on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026 at HEROSRQ.net. Awards will be issued on a first-come, first-approved basis. Very low- and low-income residents are eligible to apply…