The HUD Building Capacity Grant funding is available through the Allegany County Department of Health to help address lead-based paint hazards in privately-owned homes and rental units that were built before 1978 with priorities set for homes with children under the age of six and pregnant women due to the long-lasting effects that Lead poisoning can have on them. Remediation work may include painting, enclosure, removal, and replacement of windows, doors, moldings and other surfaces or components that contain lead hazards.
This application is FREE and will require household information, including occupants and income to apply. Once all application documents and supporting documents are received, the application will be reviewed internally by Allegany County Department of Health (ACDOH) for completeness and approval. Whether approved or denied, a member of the ACDOH will notify you and may require further information. Certain eligibility requirements must be met, including owner and/or occupant income. If you feel you meet these criteria, please complete the application in the link below. The application, must be completed entirely. You can email or mail the application to:
healthinfo@alleganyco.gov
7 Court Street
Belmont, NY 14813
Attn: Department of Health
Application Documents – Apply Today
Start the application process by reviewing the Checklist, HUD Lead Contractor Requirements, and EPA Requirements. Complete the Contractor Application and W-9, and return with your bid.
Bids must be received by September 23rd 2026. Late bids will not be accepted. Winning bids will be announced to the winners. Submit bids via email to Jami.Darcy@alleganyco.gov or by mail to:
Allegany County Department of Health
Attn: Jami D’Arcy
7 Court Street
Belmont NY, 14813
EPA Lead Contractor Requirements: https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-renovation-repair-and-painting-program
HUD Lead Contractor Requirements: https://www.hud.gov/contactus/lead-based-paint-guidelines
For questions, please contact Jami D’Arcy at 585-268-9254 or via email at jami.darcy@alleganyco.gov
The Allegany County Department of Health is accepting bids from qualified contractors for Lead Abatement, Renovation, Repairs and Painting funded by the HUD Lead Building Capacity Grant. Work includes renovation, repair, and abatement of lead hazards in the Allegany County homes/apartments listed below. Walkthroughs will be September 11th, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Please see the scheduled time and date for each residence.
Bids must be received by September 23rd, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. Late bids will not be accepted. A bid includes a completed ITEMIZED PROPOSAL and Non-Collusive Bidding Certificate – A signature is required on both documents. Incomplete bids will not be considered.
Winning bids will be announced to the winners on September 24th, 2026. Work on each home must be completed within 10 days of starting work. Submit bids via email to Jami.Darcy@alleganyco.gov or by mail to:
Allegany County Department of Health
Attn: Jami D’Arcy
7 Court Street
Belmont NY, 14813
EPA Lead Contractor Requirements: https://www.epa.gov/lead/lead-renovation-repair-and-painting-program
HUD Lead Contractor Requirements: https://www.hud.gov/contactus/lead-based-paint-guidelines
For questions, please contact Jami D’Arcy at 585-268-9254 or via email at jami.darcy@alleganyco.gov