Housing Development Programs
Affordable Home Program
This program takes vacant or blighted properties and rehabilitates them for resale through a lease purchase program, to low-to moderate income first time homebuyers. Learn More
Homeward Bound
The SLCDC in partnership with National City Bank and the City of Lorain is building 10 homes in South Lorain. Learn More
Adopt-A-House Paint Program
This program works with the City of Lorain, Lorain Public Schools and the Employment Training Administration to paint homes for low-income residents. We have painted more than 30 homes in the past 6 years.
Homeownership Training Program (HOT)
In conjunction with Lorain County Community Action Agency, the SLCDC Provides training that prepares families for homeownership. Through certification, folks may qualify for special mortgage loans and/or down payment assistance.
Down Payment Assistance Program
The SLCDC and LCCAA have received funding from the Ohio Housing Trust Fund to award Down Payment Assistance Funds of up to $3,000.00 to first time homebuyers. In order to receive the funds, families must meet income guidelines set by the state and must complete our HOT program.
Southern Heights Inc.
Southern Heights Inc. is a partnership between the South Lorain CDC and New Sunrise Properties. We have Purchased Southern Heights Apartments and will be renovating the properties. For More information contact Brian A. Friedman at bfslcdc@kellnet.com.
For more information on the programs listed here and others in plan e-mail Jeff Marks at jmslcdc@kellnet.com
For a schedule of HOT classes and applications for the Down Payment Assistance Program e-mail Brian A. Friedman at bfslcdc@kellnet.com
Other SLCDC Program Areas:
Community Outreach Programs Commercial Revitalization
