Home Ownership Program
Within the coming year, Onondaga County Community Development expects to have several single family dwellings available at a subsidized price for first-time home buyers who meet program guidelines.
The mission of the Community Development Division is to improve the quality of life for Onondaga County’s low and moderate income people by preserving and rebuilding neighborhoods, revitalizing and increasing the County’s housing stock, upgrading the infrastructure, and providing needed community facilities.
Onondaga County Housing Initiative Program
The need for quality housing throughout Onondaga County has never been greater and will continue to grow over the foreseeable future. To incentivize private sector investment the Onondaga County Housing Initiative Program (O-CHIP) has been created.
Lead Hazard Reduction Program
In Onondaga County. Lead hazards are often found on painted window frames, wood siding, and painted doors. Common repairs provided by the program are new windows, doors, and siding.
Shape Up Program
Shape-Up is a home repair program. Eligible homeowners can receive maximum assistance of $15,000 to cover the costs of various home repairs.
Ramp Program
The Ramp Program offers assistance of up to $15,000 to install an exterior ramp and/or modify a bathroom and/or kitchen to make it easier for a disabled person to use.