What Homeowners in West Des Moines Neighborhoods Need to Know

If you live in West Des Moines city limits, there is an active city-funded program that can help pay for radon testing and radon mitigation. This is a legitimate grant program, not a trial and not expired. Homeowners across West Des Moines neighborhoods are eligible to apply, including:

• Jordan Creek
• Valley Junction
• Glen Oaks
• Ashworth Road corridor
• Grand Avenue area
• Westridge
• Woodland Hills
• Brookview
• Regency West
• Southwoods and surrounding developments

If your home falls within West Des Moines city limits, location by neighborhood does not disqualify you.

The Program Is Real and Still Active

The West Des Moines Radon Mitigation Grant Program officially began on January 1, 2025. It received local attention on July 2, 2025, when KCCI featured homeowners who successfully used the grant for radon testing and mitigation. Even though the news coverage aired months ago, the program is still active and funded. The city continues encouraging residents to apply.

This is especially relevant for homeowners in established neighborhoods like Valley Junction and Ashworth, where older homes may be more prone to elevated radon levels, as well as newer developments near Jordan Creek, where radon can still be present due to soil conditions.

Who Qualifies in West Des Moines

To qualify for the radon grant:

• You must own a home within West Des Moines city limits
• Household income must generally fall near 80 percent of area median income, based on household size
• This applies equally whether you live near Glen Oaks, Grand Avenue, or newer residential areas on the west side of the city.

What the West Des Moines Radon Mitigation Financial Grant Covers

Eligible homeowners may receive up to $5,000 for:

• Professional radon testing
• Installation of a radon mitigation system
• Follow-up verification

This is a grant, not a loan. There is no repayment required.

For many West Des Moines residents, this can significantly reduce or completely eliminate the cost of radon mitigation.

Why West Des Moines Homeowners Should Act Now

Radon levels vary by home, not by age or neighborhood. Homes in Jordan Creek, Valley Junction, and Westridge can all test high, regardless of when they were built.

This grant removes one of the biggest barriers to action: cost. Funds are limited, and once they are allocated, the opportunity closes.

If you have been putting off radon testing because of price, this program is your window.

How to Explain This Grant Simply (For Homeowners)

“The City of West Des Moines offers a grant that can cover up to $5,000 for radon testing and a mitigation system if you qualify. It’s been active since January and applies to homes within West Des Moines city limits, including neighborhoods like Jordan Creek and Valley Junction.”

Official City Resource. For eligibility details, income limits, and application steps, visit the official City of West Des Moines page here.