HOUSING ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
CHIP Program
The City of Geneva recently received a $500,000 Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) grant from the Ohio Department of Development. The grant provides for four (4) basic housing activities: $237,600 for Homeowner Rehabilitation on a city-wide basis with two projects being targeted; $66,900 for Home Repair on a city-wide basis; $63,000 Private Rental Rehabilitation on a city-wide basis; and $67,500 for Down payment/Rehabilitation Assistance with 1 project on a city-wide basis and 1 project being targeted. The balance of the grant provides for fair housing and administration. The grant must be completed by October 31, 2011.
All participants must meet the eligibility requirements, and be within the income guidelines for the program. A public meeting will be held Wednesday, September 30, at 5:30 p.m. at the Geneva City Hall, Council room, 44 N. Forest Street, Geneva, Ohio to kick-off the City’s Program. Each of the four programs and requirements will be explained. Applications will be available at the meeting.
Questions regarding the City of Geneva CHIP Program should be addressed to:
Phyllis Dunlap
Program Administrator
(440) 530-2230
Fair Housing Brochure - Must be read before submitting application
CHIP Program Application
CHIP Program Summary
Community Housing Improvement Program Funds
Please contact Tammy Shuttleworth at (440) 466-4675.
Community Housing Improvement Program Progress Report
Fair Housing Information
What Is Fair Housing
Fair Housing For All
Landlord Tenant Responsibilities
Understanding Evictions
Painting Program
Painting Program Application-PDF Download
Community Improvement Corporation of Geneva currently has funds available for low to moderate income families wishing to paint their homes themselves.
Funding can be used for paint and paint supplies up to a limit of $250.00 per household. Renters may apply with written consent from property owner.
Applications for these programs can be obtained at the City Managers Office.
Additional information is available by contacting the City at (440) 466-4675. |