COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

OVERVIEW

The Office of Community Development administers various community and economic development programs funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Ohio Department of Development. The Office also processes Design Review and Planning Commission applications.

WHAT WE DO

Community Development Block Grant

The Community Development Block Grant provides communities with resources to address a wide range of unique community development needs. Beginning in 1974, the CDBG program is one of the longest continuously run programs through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

CHIP Progam

The CHIP Program provides funding to low and moderate income Elyria home owners to improve their housing. A single rehabilitation may entail several projects, such as plumbing upgrades, roof repairs, removal of lead-based paint, siding, electrical upgrades, and other repairs needed to eliminate health and safety concerns according to program rules and regulations.

Fair Housing Board

It is the continuing policy of the City of Elyria to do all things necessary and proper to secure for all its citizens their right to equal housing opportunities regardless of their race, color, creed, sex, familial status, religious belief, national origin or disability.

Landmarks Commission

Studies the problems and determines the needs of the City in restoring and preserving historic landmarks, areas and neighborhoods and works for the continuing education of the residents with respect to the architectural and historic heritage of the City.

Section 106 Review

The City of Elyria coordinates with the Ohio Historic Preservation Office as part of the environmental review process for all projects using federal funds.

Planning Commission

The Elyria Planning Commission considers the following application elements:

– Building mass and exterior detail relative to adjacent buildings or site features;
– Materials, texture and color;
– Landscaping, screening, buffering, fencing, and lighting;
– Vehicular and pedestrian access;
– Signage

Planning Commission meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 11:00 AM in City Hall Council Chambers.