VA Housing Grants for Idaho Veterans
FY 2026 federal VA grants for eligible service-connected veterans: SAH $126,526, SHA $25,350, TRA $50,961 or $9,100, HISA $6,800 lifetime. All figures verified against va.gov 2026-09-25. Every VA-funded project requires eligibility confirmation through the VA regional office; the amounts here are the ceilings.
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FY 2026 VA housing grant maximums for eligible service- connected veterans, verified against va.gov 2026-09-25: SAH $126,526 (Specially Adapted Housing), SHA $25,350 (Special Home Adaptation), TRA $50,961 (Temporary Residence Adaptation, SAH-based) or $9,100 (SHA-based), plus HISA $6,800 lifetime (Home Improvements and Structural Alterations, or $2,000 for other categories). Eligibility is determined by VA service-connected disability rating and specific medical criteria — applications through VA Form 26-4555 for SAH/SHA/TRA and through local VA Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service for HISA.
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Three federal VA grants for eligible service-connected veterans: Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) at $126,526 for FY 2026 — for veterans with qualifying disabilities including loss/loss of use of multiple limbs, blindness in both eyes, severe burns, or loss of one lower extremity post-9/11.
Verified against va.gov 2026-09-25. Federal fiscal year runs October to September; amounts adjust annually.
| Grant | FY 2026 Max | Qualifying Categories (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| SAH — Specially Adapted Housing | $126,526 | Loss/loss of use of multiple limbs, blindness in both eyes, severe burns, or loss of one lower extremity post-9/11 (per VA eligibility criteria) |
| SHA — Special Home Adaptation | $25,350 | Loss/loss of use of both hands, severe burns, or respiratory/breathing injuries (per VA eligibility criteria) |
| TRA (SAH-based) | $50,961 | SAH-eligible veterans living temporarily in family member's home |
| TRA (SHA-based) | $9,100 | SHA-eligible veterans living temporarily in family member's home |
| HISA (service-connected) | $6,800 lifetime | Service-connected disabilities, or non-service-connected treated 'as if' via VA care, or veteran with service-connected rating ≥50% |
| HISA (other categories) | $2,000 lifetime | Disabilities not covered by the $6,800 category |
Sources: va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing- grants/ and prosthetics.va.gov/psas/HISA2.asp (fetched 2026-09-25). Verify current amounts and eligibility before applying — federal fiscal year runs October to September; amounts adjust annually.
What VA housing grants are available for Idaho veterans in FY 2026?
Three federal VA grants for eligible service-connected veterans: Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) at $126,526 for FY 2026 — for veterans with qualifying disabilities including loss/loss of use of multiple limbs, blindness in both eyes, severe burns, or loss of one lower extremity post-9/11. Special Home Adaptation (SHA) at $25,350 FY 2026 — for qualifying disabilities including loss/loss of use of both hands, severe burns, or respiratory injuries. Temporary Residence Adaptation (TRA) — $50,961 for SAH-eligible veterans living temporarily in a family member's home; $9,100 for SHA-eligible. Plus the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant — $6,800 lifetime for service-connected veterans, or $2,000 lifetime for other categories. All figures verified against va.gov 2026-09-25.
What can VA SAH funds be used for on an Idaho remodel?
SAH funds can be used to buy, build, or modify a home to help a veteran with a qualifying service-connected disability live independently. On an Idaho aging-in-place or accessibility remodel, common uses: curbless roll-in showers, widened doorways for wheelchair access, ramps and level entries, lowered countertops and appliances, accessible bathroom layouts with grab bars and support structures, wheelchair-accessible flooring transitions, and stair lifts or elevators. The grant is intended to make the home accessible for the specific disability — the SAH scope worksheet approved by the VA regional office determines what specifically qualifies for the veteran's situation.
How does an Idaho veteran apply for a VA housing grant?
Application is through VA Form 26-4555 (Application in Acquiring Specially Adapted Housing or Special Home Adaptation Grant). Submit online at va.gov or through the VA regional office. The VA reviews eligibility based on service-connected disability rating and the specific medical criteria for SAH or SHA. After approval, the veteran works with a VA agent or approved contractor to plan the modifications. Iron Crest works VA-funded projects in the Treasure Valley — the contractor coordinates with the VA regional office on the scope worksheet and receives payment through the VA once inspection is complete.
Does the HISA grant work differently than SAH/SHA?
Yes. HISA (Home Improvements and Structural Alterations) is a smaller VA benefit administered through the local VA Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Service — not through the VA regional office loan and housing division. HISA lifetime maximum: $6,800 for service-connected disabilities (or non-service-connected disabilities treated 'as if' service-connected via VA treatment, or when the veteran has a service-connected disability rated at least 50 percent); $2,000 lifetime for other categories. HISA projects must be medically justified — a VA clinician or Prosthetics service must confirm the modification is needed for the veteran's care. Common HISA uses: grab bars, shower seats, ramps, widened doorways, roll-in shower conversions on smaller scope.
Can VA grants be combined?
Yes in specific ways. SAH and SHA are separate grants — a veteran typically qualifies for one, not both. TRA is an add-on when the veteran is living temporarily in a family member's home while waiting for the primary residence modification. HISA is a smaller separate benefit that can be combined with SAH or SHA for additional smaller-scope work — SAH covers the major modification, HISA covers subsequent smaller upgrades over the veteran's lifetime up to the $6,800 lifetime cap. Talk to a VA regional office representative or a VA-accredited claims agent to sequence the applications correctly.
Does Iron Crest work VA-funded aging-in-place projects in Idaho?
Yes. Iron Crest is Idaho-registered (RCE-6681702) and takes VA-funded projects across the Treasure Valley when the scope fits our service lineup (bathrooms, interior structural, kitchens). We coordinate directly with the VA regional office on the scope worksheet, submit scope documentation as required, complete the work to the approved specs, and coordinate with the VA agent for inspection and payment. Reference the VA benefits summary on this page as a working framework; the specific eligibility and scope determination happens between the veteran, the VA, and the medical/vocational team supporting the veteran's case.
VA — Disability Housing Grants Overview
Federal SAH, SHA, and TRA grants. FY 2026 amounts verified 2026-09-25.
VA — HISA Grant Details
HISA lifetime benefit — $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 (other). Medically justified projects only.
VA Form 26-4555
Application for Specially Adapted Housing or Special Home Adaptation Grant.
Idaho Division of Veterans Services
Idaho state veterans service — assistance with federal and state veteran benefits.
Aging in Place Hub (parent)
Full aging-in-place framework — VA + Medicaid + universal design.
Curbless Shower Planning
The single most common VA-funded bathroom modification scope.
Iron Crest Works VA-Funded Projects in the Treasure Valley
RCE-6681702. Bathroom, interior structural, and kitchen scope on VA SAH/SHA/HISA-funded modifications for eligible Idaho veterans. Free estimates.