Facility Hardship Program

The Facility Hardship Program assists districts with funding when it has been determined that the district has a critical need for pupil housing because the condition of the facilities, or the lack of facilities, presents an imminent threat to the health and safety of the pupils.

The School Facility Program Handbook contains detailed information on Facility Hardship Program eligibility and funding in Section 11. Also available is a printable Facility Hardship brochure.
 
See all Facility Hardship Program forms.

Eligibility
To be eligible for a facility hardship grant the district must demonstrate that one of two conditions exists: facilities must be repaireded/replaced due to an imminent health and safety threat, or existing facilities have been lost to fire, flood, earthquake or other disaster.
Funding
To prepare a complete facility hardship request, the district may use the Facility Hardship Request sheet as a guide. Districts are also encouraged to contact the Facility Hardship Team at the OPSC to discuss the request/concern prior to commencing any work, demolition or repair.

The Architect’s Submittal Guidelines and the Presentation on Additional Grant for Site Development Costs contain detailed information for school districts and architects to prepare project plans, specifications, and cost estimates for project applications.

 

Please note: Facility Hardship projects may be subject to Prevailing Wage Monitoring/Labor Compliance Program requirements.
Fiscal Reporting

The Substantial Progress and Expenditure Audit Guide contains detailed information on audit requirements, including substantial progress and expenditure reporting.

The Financial Hardship Program provides funding to districts that cannot provide all or a part of the required local matching share for a Facility Hardship project.

Contacts

For assistance, please contact: