Housing Programs

Accessory Dwelling Units

As part of a community wide effort to respond to the housing crisis, Accessory Dwelling Units [ADU] are intended as an option for homeowners to provide housing on their property for family members, employees, and others. ADUs are restricted to year-round rental only; there are no rent limits and no income limit. ADUs are permitted in all residential and commercial zoning districts in Provincetown, including the Res 1 zone. Only one ADU may be permitted per lot. For additional information see the ADU guide (PDF).

Provincetown Down Payment & Closing Cost Program

The Town of Provincetown, through its Community Preservation Fund, offers up to $30,000 for each eligible buyer to put towards down payment and closing costs for the purchase of an eligible affordable unit. It is intended to assist year-round residents qualifying at the CPA 100% AMI [Area Median Income] or less income level who can afford monthly mortgage payments yet may not have enough money to pay the initial home purchase down payment and closing costs. The loan is considered a "deferred payment loan;" it is interest free; and only must be paid back if property is sold or transferred within 10 years. Applications available in the Housing Specialist Office, or online.

Who is Eligible?  
Applicants must meet various eligibility requirements, listed within the application itself, including but not limited to income limits as show below (2023):

  • Your total household income must not exceed 100% of the CPA annual median household income. In Provincetown, 100% CPA AMI is (as of 2023):
Household Size  1 


2


3


4 


5 


6


Income Limits  $87,010


$99,440


$111,870


$124,300


$134,244


$144,188


For more information contact: Housing Specialist Michelle Jarusiewicz 508/487-7087 or email Michelle Jarusiewicz


Provincetown Local Self-Sufficiency & Housing Rental Assistance Program

The Provincetown Local Self-Sufficiency & Housing Rental Assistance Program is funded with grant assistance from the Community Preservation Fund as approved by Town Meeting. The Provincetown Local Self-Sufficiency & Rental Housing Assistance Program aims to allow a family to have affordable, year-round housing while participating in a program which will educate and/or enable them to become self-sufficient within a three (3) year period. Participants are required to certify household income and adequate progress toward sustainability on an annual basis. Participants will also be required to meet at least quarterly with case managers and monthly meetings if required to do so. Applications available in the Housing Specialists Office, or online.

Who is Eligible?  
Applicants must meet various eligibility requirements, listed within the application itself, including but not limited to income limits as show below (2023):

  • Your total household income must not exceed 100% of the CPA annual median household income. In Provincetown, 100% CPA AMI is (as of 2023):
Household Size  1 


2


3


4 


5 


6


Income Limits  $87,010


$99,440


$111,870


$124,300


$134,244


$144,188


For more information contact: Housing Specialist Michelle Jarusiewicz 508/487-7087 or email Michelle Jarusiewicz