The program is operated on a first come, first served basis with priority given to homes in most need of exterior paint. Assistance is provided based on the following eligibility requirements:
- Applicants must own and reside in the property to be painted.
- Applicants may not own more than one property.
- At least one of the following:
- Applicant’s income must be at or below 120% of the median family income for Reno County.
- Applicant’s home must be valued at or below $50,000 by the Reno County Appraiser’s Office.
Income Eligibility
The following income guidelines illustrate the maximum yearly income based on number of people in the household and 120% of the 2016 median family income in Reno County:

Total income is calculated from all regular payments (i.e., weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly) resources and is based on gross pay – before taxes and expenses are deducted – over three pay periods. Income guidelines must be met if applicant’s home is valued over $50,000.