a nonprofit organization founded by Cleveland firefighters that recycles aluminum cans to fund fire prevention education, camps, and support for burn survivors. website has various drop off locations throughout the greater Cleveland area.
Website provides information about bed bugs. Has applications for Cleveland and Cuyahoga County bed bug assistance programs for seniors 60+ and people with disabilities 18-59.
Link to website for information: Lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust can cause lead exposure for young children. They are considered some of the most widespread and hazardous sources for lead exposure for children in the United States.
a non-profit that provides a wide array of housing services
the city of Cleveland has a portal for requesting and tracking permits.
in partnership with the Cuyahoga County Board of Health and the Department of Development, wants to help you make your home lead safe.
the Housing Preservation Department of the City of Cleveland Heights offers various programs to assist homeowners/residents with home repairs.
link to the Cleveland Community Development website for information. uses one application for multiple programs, Senior Homeowner Assistance Program (SHAP), Healthy Homes Program, Exterior Paint Program.
handles evictions, tenant/landlord relations and code violations.
a public housing authority (PHA) that provides public housing, and housing vouchers. there are 3 in Cuyahoga County and many across the state. link to website for information.
non-profit serving low/moderate-income families in Cuyahoga County with home repairs, lead remediation and housing counseling services.
link to the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office online tool to find your property details, transfers, tax information and more.
link to the Cuyahoga County Treasurer's dept. website. has information and resources including programs to assist with foreclosure prevention.
the leading resource in Cuyahoga County for information, expertise and programs that support sustainable materials management and reduce the environmental impact of waste. everything you need to know about recycling.
Latex paint is non hazardous. Find a reuse or dry it out and place in the trash. There are no special collection programs for latex paint. Link to website for more information.
EDEN is an affordable housing developer and PHA (public housing authority). they offer a number of affordable housing properties, including independent living, accessible, and supportive. they also administer rental assistance programs.
provides eligible Ohioans with assistance to improve the energy efficiency of their homes and reduce their energy costs. Priority is given to Ohioans who are older than age of 60, those with disabilities, those with children in the home, and households with a high energy usage and/or burden. Income eligibility requirement and application.
website has information about your rights with utility disconnections and reconnections.
A non-profit provides individuals with the knowledge and tools they needed to ensure their financial wellness and housing stability. HUD-Approved Housing and Financial Counseling Agency.
provides a number of services to individuals, real estate owners and professionals, as well as municipalities, counties and other government entities concerning fair housing, fair lending and related matters.
printable guide. An overview of Fair Housing Laws for Landlords and Tips on how to advertise and rent your property. From the attorney generals office.
information including when to disclose information, the Lead Paint Brochure and Lead Paint Disclosure form.
Website has the ordinances for many municipalities and counties.
program provides information and tools needed to stay out of probate court and avoid unnecessary costs and delays in settling an estate. program is provided by Cuyahoga County and has free in service sessions at various locations.
a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with their home energy bills. This one-time benefit is applied directly to the customer’s utility bill or bulk fuel bill. Income eligibility and application required.
the Heritage Home Program℠ Loan is a low-interest fixed-rate home equity loan for homeowners to affordably maintain and improve their older houses. Also provides technical assistance. serves many communities throughout Cuyahoga County. see the list on their website.
a nonprofit organization that offers a variety of programs, classes, workshops and resources for home repairs and home ownership.
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (also known as Section 8) helps low-income families, elderly persons, veterans and disabled individuals afford housing in the private market. Program participants can choose any eligible housing unit, including single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments, with rent partially covered by a subsidy paid directly to the landlord. Link To HUD Website for Info.
HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development) is the Federal agency responsible for national policy and programs that address America’s housing needs, and enforce fair housing laws.
link to document. related to rental registration, certain residential rental units required to be certified lead-safe, lead hazards and lead poisoning prevention.
the city of Cleveland requires rental properties to be lead certified. a "lead hazard" includes lead-based paint, lead-contaminated dust, lead-contaminated soil and lead-contaminated water pipes. Link to website for info.
Education and community engagement regarding lead paint dangers, prevention.
enables eligible low/moderate income homeowners and renters in targeted suburban areas outside the City of Cleveland to make changes in their homes to provide a lead safe environment for young children.
Lead from paint, dust and soil in and around your home can cause serious health hazards. Many homes that were built before 1978 still contain lead-based paint. The CCBH Lead Poisoning Prevention Program provides testing of the home and screening for elevated blood lead levels in children younger than six years-old in Cuyahoga County. **If you live in Cleveland call Cleveland Department of Public Health at 216.263.5323.
has multiple apartment buildings that are designed with accessibility features and rental subsides. also provide education and guidance in the importance of accessible design. link to their website for information and to apply for an apartment.
link to the website regarding the sidewalk repair policy and program for the city, including reimbursements for sidewalk blocks damaged due to tree roots.
link to the website that has a guide that provides information and guidance for homeowners and renters on how to clean up residential mold problems and how to prevent mold growth.
works to enhance access to quality recovery residences by setting standards, providing education, and advocating for those in addiction recovery. Link to there website to find the downloadable NARR Standards. The standards are available at no cost. The affiliate for Ohio is Ohio Recovery Housing. They are the organization who can certify a recovery residence as meeting the standards.
quality standards that are required to be met for landlords to be able to accept HUD rental assistance such as Section 8/HCV voucher programs that in Cuyahoga County are administered through EDEN, CMHA and North Coast Housing Connections.
online tool to search for rental housing in Ohio using search features such as rent amount, lead safe, and accessibility features. also lists basic eligibility requirements. owners can list their rental housing.
State laws exist for renting. The links here will take you directly to the Ohio Revised Code Landlord/Tenant laws.
funding for lead paint hazard testing and removal from homes built before 1978.
Tenants facing eviction for nonpayment of rent are given the chance to pay their rent, late fees, and court costs by the time of eviction hearing. Not available in every city. Guide created by Affordable Housing Alliance of Central Ohio.
helps eligible Ohioans manage their energy bills year- round. Payments are based on a percentage of household income and are consistent year-round.
some cities will require a point of sale inspection - a visual inspection of the interior and exterior of a residential property that is required as part of the process before entering into an agreement to sell the property. contact the housing department for the city where the house is for sale.
Links to the official government website for each city in Cuyahoga County.
What is Radon? How does it get in your home and does it have an impact on your health? Should your home be tested? Link to the CDC website for information.
In Cleveland, landlords are required to register their rental properties.
the goal of this program called Knox Box is to assist Firefighters and Paramedics in gaining rapid entry into your home in the event of an emergency, saving time and property by eliminating the need for forced entry. call the Fire Dept. for details.
the goal of this program is to assist Firefighters and Paramedics in gaining rapid entry into your home in the event of an emergency, saving time and property by eliminating the need for forced entry. call the Fire Dept. for details.
the goal of this program is to assist Firefighters and Paramedics in gaining rapid entry into your home in the event of an emergency, saving time and property by eliminating the need for forced entry.
RSS provides financial and Medicaid assistance to adults with disabilities who want to live in the community. People who enroll in RSS have increased needs, but do not require long-term care in an institution, such as a nursing home or hospital. Enrollees combine the RSS benefit with their income to pay the monthly Allowable Fee (or "rent") to eligible living arrangements in the community, i.e., Class Two Residential Facilities (RF2’s) aka group homes. Link to the website for more information and a list of approved providers.
organization that supports communities with composting to reduce food that goes into landfills. check out their website for information about composting, and how to participate in local composting programs.
Do you rent your home? Do you have questions about tenant rights and responsibilities? Tenants can call Legal Aid’s Tenant Information Line for information about Ohio housing law.
The designated Community Action Agency for Cuyahoga County. One of their programs is assisting with HEAP applications for utility assistance.
City of Cleveland Heights offers special assistance to seniors and disabled residents who need help placing their refuse and recycling carts out for collection. Application required and is available on website. You can also request to replace your large trash carts with smaller ones.
smaller, 64-gallon trash and recycling carts and cart collection are available for people with physical disabilities. To enroll contact the City of Cleveland Citizen Support Specialists at 3-1-1 or 216-664-2000.
link to the registration form page to sign up. service includes taking rubbish cans from property to garbage truck and returning them. available to residents 60 and older. call solon senior center with questions.
trash cans/bags are taken to curb weekly. registration is required. participants must be unable to handle task and have no able-bodied person in the home. Individually approved, this service is free. Link to city website for form.
link to the building page and the sidewalk repair information for homeowners in Warrensville Heights.