OHIO — The Department of Development is providing around $230,000 in funding for all of Ohio’s 88 counties to rid their communities of unsafe, vacant buildings until July 1, 2026.
The goal of the Building Demolition and Site Revitalization Program is to help upgrade communities by preparing abandoned sites for future use.
“Blighted buildings don’t just drag down neighborhoods — they stand in the way of opportunity,” said Gov.Mike DeWine, R-Ohio. “This program plays a vital role in helping our communities clear those obstacles so new homes, businesses, and green spaces can thrive in their place.”
Through seven rounds of previous funding, the initiative has supported more than 6,000 demolition projects across the state.
“Ohio communities have seen tremendous success transforming once-forgotten, blighted spaces into new opportunities for growth,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Department of Development. “The Demolition and Site Revitalization program gives our local partners the tools they need to eliminate dangerous structures and make way for brighter futures.”
The program is apart of the Ohio BUILDS Intiative, which focuses on supporting communities by providing water infrastructure inprovements, broadband expansion, brownfield redevelopment and demolition of blighted buildings.
The department will begin accepting grant applications from all counties on Oct. 29 at 10 a.m. until Nov. 19 at 5 p.m.
Ryan Johnston
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