Summit County Housing Rehabilitation Program

Summit County Dept. of Community & Economic Development

Available Home Repair

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Summit County Housing Rehabilitation Program in its Akron, OH research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Summit County HOME-funded forgivable loan program for major housing rehabilitation. Covers substantial repairs including roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lead paint remediation for income-qualifying homeowners in Summit County.

Forgivable loan; forgiven over compliance period if owner remains in home

The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Forgivable loan for major home rehabilitation
  • Covers roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lead abatement
  • Income must be at or below 80% AMI
  • Loan forgiven if you remain in home during compliance period
  • Available throughout Summit County

How to Apply

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Program phone: 330-643-2880

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Deadline: Rolling, subject to funding availability

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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for Summit County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Akron, OH?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $35,000 forgivable loan. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for Summit County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Akron?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Summit County Housing Rehabilitation Program in Akron, OH?

Confirm the application route directly with Summit County Dept. of Community & Economic Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 330-643-2880. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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