The Community Development Department consists of the Planning Department, the Building Department, and the Economic Development Department. Together, they provide a one-step convenient service to residents, businesses, and contractors.
The Planning Department reviews and approves Zoning and Sign Permits, assists applicants through Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Board, and the Board of Zoning Appeals review processes, and enforces the Planning and Zoning Code.
In addition, the Planning Department administers the city’s Comprehensive Plan and special planning studies. The Department also manages the City’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, coordinates with Medina County for the city’s Community Housing Improvement and Preservation (CHIP) program, and serves as the city’s contact for Fair Housing issues
Community Housing Impact & Preservation Program (CHIP)
CHIP Program Funds will soon be available to all residents of Medina County, including the City of Medina. These funds assist low and moderate income Homeowners with Home Rehabilitation and Home Repair Assistance.
A pre application and more information is available at https://www.medinaco.org/planning/chip/
Lead Safe Ohio Program
Lead Safe Ohio Funds are available for residents of Medina County, including the City of Medina. The program can provide FREE assistance to reduce or remove Lead Hazards from your home and can provide windows, doors, and siding for residents.
A pre-application and more information is available to https://www.medinaco.org/planning/lead-safe-ohio-program/
Historic Preservation Brochure
In cooperation with Main Street Medina and the Community Design Committee, the City of Medina Community Development Department has worked to create a brochure to guide exterior change and development in the City’s Public Square Historic District and designated historic properties. The brochure, accessible by the link below, outlines historic properties in Medina, the process for review of exterior changes, Community Reinvestment Area incentives, and provides numerous useful contacts.
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