Implementing Sector: | Local |
Category: | Financial Incentive |
State: | Ohio |
Incentive Type: | Loan Program |
Web Site: | https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/open_hamilton_county |
Administrator: | Hamilton County Department of Community Development |
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies: | Solar - Passive, Solar Water Heat, Solar Photovoltaics, Wind (All), Daylighting, Wind (Small) |
Eligible Efficiency Technologies: | Furnaces, Heat pumps, Air conditioners, Building Insulation, Windows, Doors, Siding, Roofs |
Maximum Loan: | $50,000 |
Loan Term: | 5 years |
Interest Rate: | 3% below market rate |
The Home Improvement Program (HIP) in Hamilton County, Ohio, originally opened in 2002 and was reinstated in May 2008. The HIP loan allows homeowners in Hamilton County communities to borrow money to repair or remodel homes or rental property at interest rates 3% below the lowest rate a bank would normally offer. The following banks participate in Fifth Third Bank, U.S. Bank, KeyBank, North Side Bank, and First Safety Bank. The HIP loan is usually structured as a home equity loan, secured by a second mortgage on the property. Credit requirements apply.
Eligible residential (one- or two-family homes) and commercial properties must have an assessed value of less than $350,000 and must be current on property tax payments. There is no property value limit on multi-family dwellings (three or more units). Loans may be used for alteration, repair, maintenance, or improvements, including renewable energy and energy efficiency improvements, although funds may not be used for luxury projects (e.g., swimming pools, hot tubs) or for free-standing appliances. Appliances that are permanently installed are permissible.
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