LIMA, OH (WLIO) - They are continuing their mission of tackling housing, distressed property, and neighborhood improvements within the city of Lima.
The Lima Community Improvement Corporation, a non-profit organization under the umbrella of the City of Lima, met with local realtors to build relationships and possible partnerships all in the hopes of building affordable housing stock within the city. Their goal is for 24 new homes to be built on properties in the city's land bank and sold over the next two years.
"We believe that with home ownership, homeowners have a sense of pride in the neighborhood. It builds community among all of the neighbors, and it helps to revitalize and show what a great community Lima is," stated Marcie Barlow, executive director of the Lima Community Improvement Corporation.
The Lima Community Improvement Corp. is requesting realtors to submit a proposal to be a broker for them in the sale of their properties. The city received funding from a "Welcome Home Ohio Grant" to provide gap financing of up to $30,000 per property to assist contractors in the new construction or rehab of houses. You can find out more by contacting the Lima Community Improvement Corporation at 567-433-6489.
