Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program
Forecasted
Community Housing Impact and Preservation Program supports Ohio’s non-entitlement communities with housing improvements and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents, aiming to strengthen neighborhoods.
Funder: Ohio Department of Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (annual competitive round)
Funding Amounts: Competitive funding for housing-related activities
Summary: Supports Ohio’s non-entitlement communities in improving and providing affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents.
Key Information: Eligible communities may submit only one application per funding round.
Description
The Ohio Department of Development’s Community Housing Impact and Preservation (CHIP) Program funds housing-related work in Ohio’s non-entitlement communities. It supports efforts to improve existing housing and provide affordable housing for people with low and moderate incomes.
CHIP allows eligible communities to pursue a variety of housing activities that respond to local needs. Its flexible, community-wide approach aims to strengthen neighborhoods through collaboration while improving housing for low- and moderate-income residents. Funding is distributed through one competitive round each year.
