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Summit County Lead Hazard Reduction Program | Summit County Executive

175 South Main Street, Suite 207, Ohio Building, Akron, OH 44308

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Eligibility

Serves homeowners and renters within Summit County who meet all of the following eligibility: - Home was built before 1978. - A child under the age of six (6) lives in the home or visits at least six (6) hours a week. - The home meets local ordinances and housing codes. - Property taxes are not delinquent. - Income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). Note: Rental units are income qualified based on the tenant's income.

Required documents

- Completed application. - Copy of six (6) most recent pay stubs. - Proof of identity (photo ID, birth certificate, or social security card) for all household members. - Copy of pension stating monthly earnings. - SSI and SSDI award letters. - Copy of complete divorce documents/decree. - Notarized letter signed and dated for each person in the home over 18 years old with no income. - Copy of bankruptcy discharge (only if occurring before the five (5) year limit). - Copies of last three (3) months bank checking/savings account statements. - If any adult in the household is a full time student, the class schedule must be provided with student and school name visible. - Copy of homeowner's insurance. - Copy of current lease agreement (if applicable).

Hours

Website available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
(330) 643-7440

Voice - voice | Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

(330) 643-2537

Voice - voice | Weatherization and Housing Rehabilitation Program

https://co.summitoh.net/pages/Lead-Abatement-Program.html
[email protected]

Languages

Anyone needing the application in large print or translated, email [email protected].

Application process

Visit the website at https://co.summitoh.net/pages/Lead-Abatement-Program.html for more information or to complete an application.

Fees

No fee to apply. Assistance is available through a 5-year, deferred, forgivable mortgage. Landlords will be responsible for 20% of the contractor’s final bid.

Service area

Summit County, Ohio

Description

Provides a lead abatement program to reduce lead-based paint hazards in homes. Services may include window replacement, siding, porch replacement/repair, and door replacement/repair. Program is in partnership with Summit County Public Health.

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211 Summit

Providing organization

Summit County Executive

Oversees the general administration of the Summit County government. Manages departments including Communications, Community and Economic Development, Sanitary Sewer Services, Finance and Budget, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Job and Family Services, Law, and Medical Examiner.