Community Housing Impact & Preservation (CHIP)
In an effort to enhance homeownership, Lorain County is offering Community Housing Impact & Preservation (CHIP) home repair and rehabilitation programs. The CHIP program provides home repairs or private rehabilitations for income eligible homeowners who reside in Lorain County, including the City of Oberlin.
There are two programs available:
Home Repair Program
Assistance offered in the form of a grant.
Repairs may include: Plumbing, Electrical, Roof, Furnace, ADA Modifications, Water Heater,
Walk-In Shower, and other Health and Safety Needs
Home Rehabilitation Program
Covers more extensive repairs & upgrades for homes.
Assistance offered in the form of a declining-forgivable loan with no monthly payment, no interest, &
no credit check. 100% of amount borrowed will be forgiven over 5 years, provided the homeowner
still owns and occupies the home.
The CHIP Program is administered by Kleinfelder, Inc. For more information, email or call: