Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund, Inc. 

The Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund (DCLHTF) was established in 2004 with the mission “to provide and expand safe and affordable housing to low income residents of Dallas County.” The trust fund is governed by a 15 person Board of Directors, who acts on behalf of the member communities and residents of Dallas County. For a list of the Board members.

The current Housing Assistant Plan is available for review here.

The Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund has hired the City of West Des Moines to perform administrative duties for the Trust Fund.

The Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program assists low income homeowners within Dallas County with housing repairs and correcting code violations. The awards are in the form of a five-year forgivable loan to eligible households with incomes less than 80% of the Area Median Income. Eligible property types include single family dwellings, but do not include mobile homes, homes being purchased on contract, duplexes or rental units. The house assisted must be the primary residence of the applicant.

Download the Dallas County Local Housing Trust Fund flyer to learn more.

We have implemented a new online application process. To prepare to submit an online application you will want to have the following items ready:

  • Mortgage Statement (if applicable)
  • Homeowner's Insurance
  • Bank/Financial Statement for all assets
  • Income documentation for any household member 18 years or older
  • Current Federal Income Tax Return

To proceed with applying, you will need to Register by following the link below:

https://portal.neighborlysoftware.com/westdesmoinesia/participant

If you have any questions or need assistance applying, please contact (515) 273-0770 or housing@wdm.iowa.gov.  

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