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Medina County Community Housing Impact And Preservation Program (CHIP) | Medina County Department Of Planning Services And Fair Housing

144 North Broadway Street, Suite 113, Medina, OH 44256

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Eligibility
  • Serves income qualified residents in the City of Wadsworth and the unincorporated areas of Medina County. Residents of the City of Brunswick and the City of Medina are not eligible.
  • Applicant(s) must own and reside in the home. Rental properties or properties being purchased via a "land contract" are not eligible.
  • Applicant(s) must be current on all mortgage and tax payments.
  • Applicant(s) must provide evidence of house insurance.
  • Total household income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income.
Required documents
Must complete a program application and provide supporting documentation.
Hours
Available while funding lasts.
(330) 722-9293
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(877) 836-3206
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Languages
None.
Application process
  • Call the agency's office or the program's administrator (Kleinfelder, Inc at 877-836-3206) for more information.
  • NOTE: Due to the increased number of applications and projects determined income eligible, all new applicants will be placed on a wait list. Applicants on the wait list may be reviewed if grant funds become available.
Fees
Varies.
Service area
44235, Ohio 44280, Ohio 44274, Ohio 44273, Ohio 44281, Ohio 44233, Ohio 44215, Ohio 44282, Ohio 44253, Ohio 44275, Ohio 44251, Ohio 44254, Ohio
Provides home repairs and rehabilitations for income eligible homeowners. Repairs may include plumbing, electrical, roof, gutters, furnace, ADA modifications, water heater, electric panel and other health and safety needs. Offers two (2) programs:
  • The Home Repair Program provides no-cost upgrades and fixes for qualified homeowners. This grant-funded program requires no repayment by the homeowner.
  • The Home Rehabilitation Program offers more extensive repairs and upgrades for homes. Assistance will be in the form of a declining-forgivable loan. There is no monthly payment, and no interest will be charged. No credit check is needed.
100% of the amount borrowed will be forgiven over (5) years provided owner continues to own and occupy the home. NOTE: Funding varies from year to year and might not always be available.
Last assured
11/21/2025
Providing organization
Medina County Department Of Planning Services And Fair Housing
Handles issues related to zoning and urban planning. Oversees fair housing issues.