WHAT IS THE KANSAS ACCESSIBILITY MODIFICATION PROGRAM?

The Kansas Accessibility Modification Program (KAMP) assists eligible persons with disabilities in making modifications to their residence, allowing the individual to attain greater mobility and remain safely in their home. KAMP focuses on the person's most immediate needs as they relate to improving safety and accessibility.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

To be eligible for KAMP assistance, the following conditions must be met:

• The applicant is a Kansas resident.
• The applicant’s annual household income must not exceed 80% of the median income for the county of residence, as established by the U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development.
• The property to be modified is the applicant’s primary residence.
• The applicant’s physical disabilities are verified by a physician.
• If rental property, the applicant’s landlord must provide written agreement.
• Homeowners are allowed a maximum of $7,500 for repairs, while renters are allowed a total of $4,000.

WHAT MODIFICATIONS ARE ALLOWED?

Examples of housing modifications allowed by KAMP include:

• Installation of bathroom grab-bars, roll-in showers or raised toilet fixtures
• Construction of wheelchair ramps
• Widening of doorways
• Sidewalk construction
• Moving a utility room from the basement

HOW KAMP WORKS

KAMP applicants apply directly to Grantee Agencies approved by KHRC. Grantee Agencies review applications for program eligibility and certify that the applicant’s household income meets program guidelines.

The applicant’s physician or other social service professional must submit a Third-Party Verification form certifying a medical need exists before work may start. However, the specific nature or severity of the individual’s disability is not to be revealed.

GRANTEE RESPONSIBLITIES

Grantee Agencies are expected to submit a grant application to KHRC for possible funding.

Applications are rated based on the organization’s ability to carry out all program requirements and maintain sufficient staff knowledgeable in the following areas:

• Construction management and inspection methods
• Preparation of detailed work specifications
• Housing and building codes
• Cost estimating & competitive bid procurement processes
• Management of job contracts and contractors

OTHER INFORMATION

The Contractor hired by the Grantee must complete the Contractor Terms & Conditions. If there is a need for a waiver, the request must be submitted to KHRC and reviewed by the KAMP Program Manager for final approval prior to the work being initiated. The Contractor’s work must be guaranteed for one year from the date of approved completion. 

KEY STATISTICS

The Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) makes KAMP funds available to not-for-profit & for-profit organizations, including city and county governments if they partner with a not-for-profit agency.

Grantee Agencies receiving KAMP funds which serve the same geographic area are encouraged to work together in application and administration of the program. Grantees are also encouraged to leverage KAMP funds with other funds and must explain such leveraging in the application.

The Program Year is now from November 1 through October 31. The state Fiscal Year runs July 1 to June 30. Total available funds for the program this fiscal year will be $500,000.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Todd Smith, KAMP/ERP Program Manager
611 S. Kansas Avenue, Suite 300
Topeka, Kansas 66603-3803
Phone: (785) 296-4814
Fax: (785) 296-8985

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