The following links provide households (homeowners and renters) within Los Osos loan and/or grant opportunities and financial assistance for the wastewater project. Unless otherwise noted, the household is responsible for contacting and applying for the assistance.
California State Controller's Office
Property Tax Postponement for Senior Citizens, Blind or Disabled Citizens
Synopsis: Allows eligible homeowners to postpone payment of the property taxes on their principle place of residence. Special assessments are eligible for postponement.
Additional Information: http://www.sco.ca.gov/col/taxinfo/ptp/index.shtml
How to Apply: Visit the link above and complete the required application, or call 1-800-952-5661
California State Franchise Tax Board
Homeowner and Renter Assistance
Synopsis: Once-a-year payment to qualified individuals for part of their property taxes or portion of their rent that indirectly covers property taxes. Special assessments are not eligible for postponement, however, qualifying individuals can lower their overall tax liability by receiving the payment.
Additional Information: http://www.ftb.ca.gov/individuals/hra/index.shtml
How to Apply: Visit the link above and complete the required application or call 1-800-868-4171
United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
Single Family Housing Repair Loans/Grants - Section 504
Synopsis: Loan and/or grant to low income households for home improvements. Qualifying households may use funds for "on-lot" costs.
Additional Information: http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/CA/pdf files and documents/SFH Repair504.pdf
How to Apply: Contact Al Correale at the Santa Maria Office, 805-928-9269 x4