Serving the Housing Needs of the Bishop Paiute Tribe
BISHOP PAIUTE TRIBE
HOUSING MISSION STATEMENT:
The Bishop Paiute Tribe, is a Native American Indian Tribe dedicated to improving the quality of life for the Bishop Paiute Tribal members by the continued pursuit, attainment, and self-governance of affordable, safe and respectable homes and communities. With preservation and cultivation of tribal economics, the fostering and commitment to our families, continued respect and a safe, meaningful life of our Elders, and the promotion and dedication to the youth of the Bishop Paiute Tribes, for they are our future. The perpetual pride of our sacred, cultural preservation, that is who we are… we do this, all in the spirit of tradition…
Latest Housing Information
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Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Community Development Department offers Several 2026 Housing Programs for enrolled Tribal members, including:
Elder, Disabled & Veteran Housing Allowance- annual help with home expenses like utilities, maintenance, or small repairs (up to $1,500 per household per year, based on qualifying category).
Home Improvement Loan- Zero-interest loans up to $10,000 for essential home repairs or upgrades, repayable over 5 years with a one-time 2.5% fee.
Down Payment Assistance- grants up to $10,000 (up to $5,000 for closing/site costs) to help low-income members buy their first home, with long-term residence requirements.
Student Housing Assistance- Grants up to $400 per month for 9 months for eligible full- time students living over 100 miles away while attending school.
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The Community Development Department is reviewing and updating the Low-Rent Housing waiting list to ensure fairness and accuracy. Tirbal members who previously submitted a housing application or written request but are unsure if they’re still on the list can submit documentation to verify their prior inclusion. The verification period in December 1, 2025-January 30, 2026. Documentation can be submitted in person at 48 Tu Su Lane or by email to CDDList@bishoppaiute.org
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Starting January 1, 2026, the Community Development Department will require all tenants and applicant to verify which children live in their household and provide custody documentation for any child they have more than 50% custody of. Certified birth certificates, Social Security cards, and notarized or court-approved custody documents are required to update family composition. Children without verified custody will be listed as “residing only” and not counted for eligibility or deductions. Annual Recertification Packets are due March 31, 2026. For assistance, contact the CDD office at 760-872-4356.