Eight families complete self-help housing program through SCCAP
17 Aug 2026
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Eight Magic Valley families are now homeowners after spending months helping build their own homes through South Central Community Action Partnership.
The “Self Help Housing” program is a group method build where four to 10 families come together under the guidance of a construction supervisor.
Families put in 65% sweat equity, meaning they work together to help build their homes while learning construction skills along the way.
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