Offers housing repair and renovation services through its Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP).  CHIP is a HUD sponsored community service to repair and renovate housing for low and moderate income families in the city limits of Everett. CHIP has funds available for owner-occupied and non-owner occupied housing repairs, within Everett city limits. Twenty percent equity of the after-rehab value is required.  Once a client qualifies, a CHIP Construction Inspector will inspect the home, assist with recommendations of the most important work to be done, write detailed bid specifications, conduct the bid openings submitted by CHIP approved contractors, and monitor the construction work.  No charge to the client. Minority and handicapped individuals are encouraged to apply.