2025 Rooftop Criteria

In order to apply, the individual or family must:

• live in Davidson County, TN.
• have a lease or mortgage in their name.
• the total balance due is under $3,500.  The balance should include all fees, including attorney fees
• can document a recent one-time hardship that is preventing you from making a rent or mortgage payment
• can document sustainable income in the home after your balance has cleared  

Applicants are eligible once in a 12-month period, though assistance is not guaranteed in any case. 

The landlord, rental, or mortgage company will be contacted to verify your balance.

A Deposit Grant is available for those who meet the criteria above and are moving from homelessness or market-rate rent into income-based MDHA or Section 8.  The grant cannot assist with a deposit when a resident is moving between MDHA or Section 8 properties.

All of Rooftop's grants must meet the basic criteria above.  Some restricted grants may require additional documentation or have specific guidelines.