Boone County residents

Content added March 17, 2025

For individuals that cannot file a rental conditions and tenant complaint form through the Office of Neighborhood Services because they live outside of city limits, they can complete a Rental Housing Standards Complaint Form through Boone County Resource Management. Note that individuals need to be current on rent to be considered. It also needs to be notarized. Other regulations are outlined in the attached document, Rental Regulations.

 Here is the link to the website as well: Rental Housing Standards

Boone County Rental Standard Complaint Form
Boone County Rental Regulations

Content added Nov. 4, 2024

NEW 2024 - Home Weatherization Grant Program

Housing & Neighborhood Services - Columbia City Council
The City of Columbia is excited to announce the launch of a new Home Weatherization Grant Program to help residents maximize energy savings and increase the value of their homes. The Grant Program provides grants of up to $5,000 to low- to moderate-income home-owners that can be used for insulation upgrades thereby producing savings in energy consumption and utility bills and improving the home’s health, safety and comfort. The full cost of the upgrades will be paid for by the City, with no cost to the resident.

Visit website

Content updated July 17, 2024

CMCA’s Weatherization Assistance Program aids in creating a healthy dwelling for eligible applicants by conserving energy. Eligibility is based on total household income and family size which cannot exceed the 200% federal poverty income guidelines. If you own or rent, live in a single-family home, multi-family housing complex (up to four units), or mobile home, you can apply for weatherization assistance. However, if you rent, we must obtain written permission from your landlord before weatherization services can be performed on their property.

See website for more information on eligility and how to apply.

CMCA
807 N. Providence Rd.
Columbia, MO 65203
573-443-8706
Email: pr@cmca.us

Visit website

Columbia residents

Content updated Aug. 12, 2024

Information for clients with poor living conditions from the City of Columbia:. Tenants can file a complaint online at Citizen Rental Complaint Form and Consent to Enter Property - City of Columbia Missouri (como.gov), or by calling (573) 817-5050.

Updated on May 28, 2024

The Crossing
This ministry provides help with minor home repair, moving assistance, yard maintenance and/or other minor home needs for those in emergency or high-need situations. Examples include single moms, families in crisis and those in financial need.

3615 Southland Drive
Columbia, Missouri 65201
(573) 256-4410
Email: Careministry@thecrossingchurch.com

Visit website

Tips for assessing a moldy situation including when to contact professional cleaners.

City of Columbia Household Hazardous Waste Shed

The Shed contains 5 gallon buckets of latex paint collected from Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days, which are available free of charge.

1313 Lakeview Avenue
Columbia, MO
573-874-2489

Visit website

Content updated May 28, 2024

Home Performance with Energy Star is a national program designed to bring your home up to Energy Star standards. An assessment of your entire home by a certified contractor will show you ways to save on your energy costs. 

Residents who participate in the Home Performance program can finance energy efficiency improvements through our rebates and loans. For more information, visit our Rebates and Loans page.

To see if this program could help you, complete the Home Energy Yardstick assessment found at energystar.gov. If you have a score of five or less, your home could benefit from the Home Performance Program.

Visit website

500 E Walnut St, Ste 108
573.874.7288
Email
Visit Website

Content updated March 31, 2025

Empowers people with disabilities, seniors and veterans to maximize their independence in the community. Includes information, demonstrations, and presentations on assistive devices/technology, as well as technical assistance for a variety of accessibility needs.

Transportation
Service is door-to-door. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:00 pm except on observed holidays. All riders must be at least 18 years old.

To be eligible you must have a disability, be at least 55 years of age, or be a veteran. For veterans, SIL requires documentation prior to one’s first ride verifying they are a veteran. Spouses of veterans can also ride free and also requires prior documentation.

If you have not used SIL Transportation service before, please call us at (573) 874-1646.
A ride is $14 one way. Payment is expected at the time of pick up.

Rides are limited to within the Columbia city limits.  Availability is limited, not every ride request can be fulfilled. Riders must be able to ride independently and load/unload any items in their possession. Individuals who cannot ride independently are responsible for bringing their own caregiver. Caregivers ride at no charge, but we do need to know if you will bring one with you.  

1905 W Ash Street
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-1646 ext. 217

Visit website