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Environmental Review Record for Public Comment
OHFA projects with funding sources (e.g. HOME) that require a public comment on the Environmental Review are listed below for the duration of the comment period.
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Environmental Review Record for Public Comment
West Fork Apartments, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
The State of Ohio published a Combined Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI/RROF) regarding the West Fork Apartments on August 19, 2024.
On or about, but not before, September 4, 2024, the State of Ohio will submit a request to the U.S. Department Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Federal funds under Section 288 of Title II of the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (NAHA), as amended to be used for the following project:
Project Name:: West Fork Apartments
Developer: Kittle Property Group, Inc
Location: Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Project Description:
West Fork is a 3 story walkup & garden style apartment community for families in Columbus, Ohio. It will consist of one, two, three, and four bedroom units, with 2-4 bedroom units also including two baths. Residents will enjoy an open floor plan with dark cabinets, whirlpool appliances, LVP flooring throughout, with carpet in bedrooms only. This development will feature a large clubhouse with a leasing office, services center, fitness room, game room, and cyber cafe, as well as additional meeting space. Exterior amenities include a playground, dog park, and an outdoor picnic & grilling area. Garges are available for additional monthly fees. KPG will partner with Homeport to provide services to 15% of households (with the ability to expand based on demand) to ensure residents have additional opportunities in the Columbus community.
Sources of Funds: State of Ohio Federal HOME Investment Partnerships Funds, Private and Public Funds
Federal/State HOME Funds: $3,500,000
Total Project Cost Estimate: $58,695,241
The State of Ohio has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the environmental review record via email to the State of Ohio at OCD@development.ohio.gov. All comments received before September 4, 2024, will be considered by the State of Ohio prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.
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Environmental Review Record for Public Comment
Foster Senior Lofts, Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
The State of Ohio published a Combined Notice of Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI/RROF) regarding the Foster Senior Lofts on August 9, 2024.
On or about, but not before, August 26, 2024, the State of Ohio will submit a request to the U.S. Department Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Federal funds under Section 288 of Title II of the Cranston Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act (NAHA), as amended to be used for the following project:
Project Name:: Foster Senior Lofts
Developer: Pivotal Development LLC
Location: Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
Project Description:
Foster Senior Lofts is a proposed 46-unit senior independent housing development located at 615 Foster Ave. The development will include 24 one-bedroom and 22 two-bedroom apartments for independent living, with energy-efficient features and modern amenities that will create a vibrant community. Some of the highlights of the development include an outdoor pavilion space, community room with computer stations, on-site management, and extensive accessibility features. Foster Senior Lofts will not only provide quality affordable senior housing but also transform an environmentally contaminated site into a community asset. By redeveloping a neglected property into desirable senior living, Foster Senior Lofts will promote sustainable redevelopment and allow Elyria seniors to age in place.
Sources of Funds: State of Ohio Federal HOME Investment Partnerships Funds, Private and Public Funds
Federal/State HOME Funds: $2,025,000
Total Project Cost Estimate: $14,113,882
The State of Ohio has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the environmental review record via email to the State of Ohio at OCD@development.ohio.gov. All comments received before August 26, 2024, will be considered by the State of Ohio prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.