Who Qualifies
Benefit
Link
Details
Free Indoor Air Quality Assessments
http://www.fcgov.com/healthyhomes/
Free Indoor Air Quality Assessments are performed by certified
Residents
Master Home Educators to help families ensure and improve the air
quality of their homes. Includes a free radon test kit.
Environmental Services
Department
Low Cost Radon Testing Kits
http://www.fcgov.com/airquality/radon.php
The City of Fort Collins provides radon-testing kits at a discounted Residents
rate of $5 for short-term and $18 for long-term kits. Available at the
Senior Center or Fort Collins Development Review Center.
Environmental Services
Department
Zero Interest Air Quality Loans
http://www.fcgov.com/airquality/loan.php
Homeowners and Rental Property Environmental Services
Department
Owners
Grocery Sales Tax Rebate
http://www.fcgov.com/rebate/
Property Tax or Rent Rebate
http://www.fcgov.com/rebate/property.php
Utility Rebate
http://www.fcgov.com/rebate/utility.php
Colorado State Historic Tax Credits
Assistance
http://www.fcgov.com/historicpreservation/financialincentives.php
Design Assistance Program
http://www.fcgov.com/historicpreservation/designassistance.php
Zero interest loans are available for radon mitigation, mold
remediation, and fireplace or wood stove upgrades. The maximum
loan amount is $10,000 depending on the type of improvement.
Projects may be combined.
Qualifying residents will receive a rebate for sales tax paid on food
during the previous year. Approved applicants may receive up to
$56 per person in their household.
Qualifying renters will be rebated an amount equal to 1.44% of the
total rent payments made in the prior year. Only the portion of rent
you personally paid is eligible. Property owners will be rebated the
amount of tax levied by the City.
Qualified residents can receive a rebate for a portion of the utilities
they paid to the City of Fort Collins. The amount paid on this rebate
depends on the types of services provided to your address by the
City of Fort Collins.
Assistance with Colorado State Historic Tax Credits. Receive 25%
back of all approved costs, in the form of a dollar-for-dollar state
income tax credit, for work on both the interior and exterior of
designated resources. Any unused credit may be carried forward for
ten years.
The Design Assistance Program offers $2000 toward the expertise
of qualified consultants to develop compatible exterior designs for
homes in Fort Collins' historic and older neighborhoods.
Property Owners in Designated
Areas
Historic Preservation
Landmark Rehabilitation Loan Program
http://www.fcgov.com/historicpreservation/financialincentives.php
Owners of Designated Historic
Properties
Historic Preservation
Landmark/Historic District Free
Consultations
http://www.fcgov.com/historicpreservation/financialincentives.php
State Historical Fund Grants
http://www.historycolorado.org/oahp/state-historical-fund
Landmark Rehabilitation Loan Program ensures the quality and
integrity of designated historic resources in Fort Collins. The
maximum loan amount for any project is $7,500 with zero percent
interest. Repayment on loans only due to the City when property is
sold or transferred.
Free Professional Advice and Free Assistance Preparing
Applications. Complimentary, no-obligation consultations may be
arranged with architects, preservation contractors and structural
engineers, to provide expert advice on design and construction
issues affecting historic buildings.
State Historical Fund Grants are awarded to preservation projects
that demonstrate public benefit and community support. Examples
of projects include restoration of historic buildings, preservation
planning studies, and education and training programs.
Adopt-A-Neighbor Program
http://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/adopt.php
Community Mediation
http://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/mediation.php
Fall Clean Up
Neighborhood Grants
Neighborhood Night Out
Party Registration
Restorative Justice
RESTORE
Low Income Individuals and
Families
Financial Services
Low Income Seniors and People
with Disabilities
Financial Services
Low Income Seniors and People
with Disabilities
Financial Services
Owners of Designated Landmarks Historic Preservation
or Buildings in Historic Districts
Owners of Designated Landmarks Historic Preservation
or Buildings in Historic Districts
Owners of Designated Landmarks Historic Preservation
Adopt-A-Neighbor Program coordinates with volunteers to provide City Residents with Physical
snow shoveling for Fort Collins residents who are physically unable Limitations
to do so and cannot afford to hire someone.
Community Mediation uses professionally trained and certified
mediators to help neighbors come together in a neutral setting to
resolve disputes in a way that fosters creativity, communication,
and compromise.
http://ocl.colostate.edu/fall-clean-up
CSU Sponsored Program: Fall Clean Up is a once-a-year program in
which CSU students & staff assist qualifying Fort Collins neighbors
with outdoor yard work. Typically scheduled for
October/November.
http://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/grants.php
Neighborhood Grants will be awarded between $25 to $500 for
events that foster positive neighboring activities. Grants will be
awarded three times throughout the year.
http://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/neighborhoodnighto Neighborhood Night Out occurs the first Tuesday of August. Hosting
neighborhoods will be provided t-shirts and a goody bag to assist
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with hosting the event.
http://www.fcgov.com/neighborhoodservices/partyregistration.ph The Party Registration is a cooperative effort between CSU and City
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of Fort Collins to provide party hosts with a warning, providing a 20minute window to voluntarily terminate a party, after a noise
complaint is received.
http://www.fcgov.com/restorativejustice/
The Restorative Justice Conferencing Program (RJCP) provides an
alternative for young offenders (10-17) to avoid the traditional
criminal justice system by requiring them to participate in a
community conference.
http://www.fcgov.com/restorativejustice/
The RESTORE Program provides an opportunity for young people
(10-17) who have shoplifted to better understand that
circumstances and impact of their offense through a group setting.
Department
City Residents
Neighborhood Services
Neighborhood Services
Low Income Seniors, People with Neighborhood Services
DIsabilities, or Physically Limited
Persons
City Residents
Neighborhood Services
City Residents
Neighborhood Services
City Residents
Neighborhood Services
Youth Offenders Aged 10-17
Neighborhood Services
Youth Offenders (shoplifting
specific) Aged 10-17
Neighborhood Services
Citizen Police Academy is a no cost 11-week program aimed at
giving community members and inside look at local law
enforcement.
Santa Cops is a holiday outreach program designed to provide
positive interaction between law enforcement individuals and
children throughout Larimer County.
Victim Assistance program provides aid to innocent persons who
suffer physical, emotional, or financial loss as a result of a crime of
violence.
Youth Police Academy is a 5 day camp for high school students to
introduce them to police work.
Adaptive Recreation Opportunities provides equal opportunity to
coordinate with licensed therapeutic specialists to determine the
proper recreation programs that accomodates and fits your needs.
Adults
Police Services
Children
Police Services
Victims of Violent Crimes
Police Services
PSD Students Grades 9-12
Police Services
People with DIsabilities
Recreation
The reduced fee program provides discounts on class registration
and facilities fees for people who demonstrate financial need.
Low Income Individuals and
Families
Recreation
Citizen Police Academy
http://www.fcgov.com/police/citizen-academy.php
Santa Cops
http://www.fcgov.com/police/santa-cops.php
Victim Assistance
http://www.fcgov.com/police/victims-assistance.php
Youth Police Academy
http://www.fcgov.com/police/pdf/youth-academy14.pdf
Recreation Adaptive Recreation
Opportunities
http://www.fcgov.com/aro/
Reduced Fee Program
http://www.fcgov.com/recreation/reducedfeeprogram.php
Competitive Grants
http://www.fcgov.com/socialsustainability/competitiveprocess.php Competitive grant funding for qualified uses by eligible nonprofit
Qualified Nonprofits and Housing Social Sustainability
agencies and low income housing providers. Federal, State, and City Providers
dollars available.
http://www.fcgov.com/socialsustainability/hba.php
Homebuyer Assistance (HBA) is designed to help cover a portion of Income Qualified Buyers
Social Sustainability
the required down payment and closing costs for buyers who have
not been on title to a home for the past three years.
Homebuyer Assistance
Dial-A-Ride
http://www.ridetransfort.com/schedules/dial-a-ride
Dial-A-Ride is a door-to-door paratransit service for individuals who, People with Disabilities
because of a disability, are prevented from using Transfort.
Transfort Free Rides
http://www.ridetransfort.com/fares-passes/fares-passes
Youths and CSU students, faculty and staff are offered
complimentary rides.
Transfort / Dial-a-Ride
Youth; CSU Students, Faculty and Transfort / Dial-a-Ride
Staff
Utilities Affordability Portfolio
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/manage-your-account/paymentoptions/utilities-affordability-portfolio/
Fort Collins Utilities collaborates at state and local levels to offer a
comprehensive portfolio of affordability programs to customers.
ClimateWise
http://www.fcgov.com/climatewise/
ClimateWise is a free, voluntary program dedicated to helping local Businesses and Nonprofits
businesses and the environment. Businesses are provided with free
technical assesments, public recognition, employee engagement
and education, as well as networking opportunities.
Utilities
Lighting Efficiency Discounts
www.fcgov.com/residential-lighting
Fort Collins Utilities and Platte River Power Authority are partnering Residents
with local retailers to offer discounted pricing on Energy Star
qualified specialty LEDs and select occupancy sensors.
Utilities
Free Home Efficiency Assessment
http://larimerworkforce.org/young-adults/lccc/home-efficiencyassessment/
The Larimer County Conservation Corps (LCCC) has partnered with Qualified Utilities Customers
Fort Collins Utilities to offer services and products to improve home
efficiency for qualified residents at no extra cost.
Utilities
Home Efficiency Loan Program
http://www.fcgov.com/financing
Receive financing for energy efficiency, solar PV, and water
conservation loans through Elevations Credit Union. Loans range
from $500 - $25,000 and can cover up to 100% of the project cost.
Qualified Utilities Customers
Utilities
Home Efficiency Audit and Upgrades
http://www.fcgov.com/home-efficiency
Reduce costs and increase the comfort of your home. A qualified
Efficiency Works auditor will inspect your home, install limited
energy and water saving devices, and provide a prioritized list of
recommendations. An Energy Advisor will help you select a
contractor and understand available rebates.
Qualified Homeowners/Utilities
Customers
Utilities
Low Income Utilities Customers
with Eligible Medical Equipment
Utilities
Utilities Customers
Utilities
Qualified Utilities Customers
Utilities
Qualified Utilities Customers
Utilities
Medical Assistance Program
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/residential/rates/electric/medical- Qualifying households requiring medically necessary electrical
equipment or air conditioning may receive a utility bill discount on
assistance
electric cost.
Payment Assistance
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/contact-us/payment-assistanceObtain financial help to pay your utility bill if it is past due.
fund/request-payment-assistance
Assistance may be received once per year.
Residential Clothes Washer & Dishwasher http://www.fcgov.com/washer-rebates
Receive a $25 bill credit for purchasing an Energy Star qualified
Rebates
dishwasher. Receive a $50 bill credit for purchasing an Energy Star
high-efficiency clothes washer.
Residential Refrigerator/Freezer Recycling http://www.fcgov.com/rfr
Receive a $35 bill credit for recycling your old refrigerator or freezer
Rebate
through Fort Collins Utilities. Unit must be picked up by Utilities.
Qualified Utilities Customers
Utilities
Residential Showerhead Rebates
http://www.fcgov.com/showerhead-rebates
Receive a $10 bill credit for purchasing a WaterSense showerhead. Utilities Customers (water)
Utilities
Residential Toilet Rebates
http://www.fcgov.com/toilet-rebates
Utilities Customers (water)
Utilities
Solar Rebates
http://www.fcgov.com/solar-rebates
Qualified Utilities Customers
Utilities
Sprinkler Equipment Rebates
Utilities Customers (water)
Utilities
Sprinkler System Audits
http://www.fcgov.com/utilities/residential/conserve/waterefficiency/water-efficient-sprinkler-systems/sprinkler-equipmentrebates
http://www.fcgov.com/sprinkler-audit
Utilities Customers (water)
Utilities
Xeriscape Incentive Program
http://www.fcgov.com/xeriscape-design
Receive a bill credit when you replace your old toilet with a
WaterSense labeled model. Receive a $75 rebate for toilet of one
gallon or less per flush (dual flush toilets not eligible). Receive a $50
rebate for toilet 1.28 gallon or less per flush (qualified dual flush
toilets eligible).
Receive a rebate for the electricity generated by your photovoltaic
system.
New technology is available to help make sprinkler systems more
water-efficient. Fort Collins Utilities offers rebates on qualifying
equipment
A free sprinkler audit can show you how to save water by using
your sprinkler system more effectively. Participants receive a
system evaluation and watering schedule. Scheduling begins in
May.
The Xeriscape Incentive Program features free educational
workshops and online resources to help residents create an
attractive, low water-using landscape. Eligible Fort Collins Utilities
customers can receive a rebate of 75 ¢ per square foot.
Utilities Customers (water)
Utilities