Healthy Homes Fund

The Healthy Homes Fund or HHF (Alexandrian: Fonds pour des Logements Saints or FLS. Martino: Fondo de Viviendas Saludables or FVS) is a federal program from the government of Nouvelle Alexandrie, dedicated to improving health and safety conditions in housing. It is administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program provides financial support, technical assistance, and public education to address hazards that endanger the well-being of residents.

History

The HHF was established in 1730 AN under the President Marissa Santini. At its inception, the program was conceived as a united effort by the Government to improve housing safety and children health, especiqally linked to substandard urban housing in growing industrial cities. Santini launched the fund as part of a broader public health agenda focused on prevention and safety. Over time, the program was expanded to include the construction of new homes, which made it one of the most impactful housing-health initiatives in Nouvelle Alexandrie.

Structure

The program is designed to alleviate health issues in housing and create safe houses. The fund is used for a wide range of activities, including:

• The Mold and Pest Control Program, which works to remove mold, mildew, and infestations that contribute to asthma, allergies, and other chronic conditions;
• The Lead and Radon Abatement Program, which tests and removes lead paint, radon, and asbestos, with priority given to homes with children and expectant mothers;
• The Renovation and Repair Program, which assists with urgent repairs such as leaky roofs, broken windows, faulty wiring, and unsafe heating/cooling systems;
• The Insulation Program, which improves energy efficiency and indoor air quality through double-paned glass, cavity wall insulation, and roof insulation;
• The Accessibility Modification Programs, which provides grants to retrofit homes with ramps, widened doorways, stair lifts, and accessible bathrooms, enabling persons with disabilities and older residents to live independently

In addition to physical improvements, the HHF funds education and outreach campaigns that equip renters, homeowners, and landlords with practical knowledge on maintaining safe and healthy living environments.

Funding and eligility

The HHF operates through a mix of direct federal grants, cost-sharing subsidies, and low-interest repair loans. Since its inception, the program has enjoyed an average annual allocation of over €900 million, with a significant share earmarked for low-income households and vulnerable populations.

Eligiblility extends to:

• Low- and moderate-income households (priority is given to families with children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities).
• Landlords of multi-unit dwellings who commit to long-term affordability and maintenance standards.
• Local municipalities and non-profit organizations engaged in housing rehabilitation.

Homeowners can typically receive up to €50,000 AN in direct repair or abatement grants, while municipalities may qualify for multi-million block grants to address systemic housing hazards across neighborhoods.

Impact

Since its founding, the found has been credited with improving public health outcomes in Nouvelle Alexandrie. As of 1739 AN, a total of €10.5 billion has been invested into the fund, with important outcomes: childhood lead poisoning has decreased drastically; asthma-related hospital visits have been reduced by over 40%; energy savings through insulation has significantly lowered utility bills for low-income families; and accessibility has allowed thousands of older residents to age in place, reducing reliance on institutional care.