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San Jose homeowners on the hook for fixing sidewalks

Vicente Vera
  • San Jose officials have hit property owners with debt claims for failing to pay thousands for sidewalk repairs.
  • City fines and repair notices have been controversial among low-income homeowners financially burdened by bills.
  • Homeowners have about one year to make the repairs by either hiring city contractors or their own contractors.
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San Jose low-income families get shot at home ownership

Joyce Chu
  • Four low-income families in San Jose will soon be able to purchase a home of their own.
  • Habitat for Humanity has been renovating the historic Pallesen Apartments,and plan to sell to first-time buyers.
  • San Jose is providing down payment assistance to lower the sales price of the homes through Measure E funds.
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