Announcement titled 'Important Update' from Cleveland Department of Community Development and Old Brooklyn about pausing home repair applications.

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OBCDC’s core mission revolves around connecting residents with programs to help maintain a safe and healthy living environment where residents of all ages can grow, live, and thrive.

These programs are made possible by several different partners, sponsors, and grant funders. Thank you to our sponsors for 2025.

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Our Programs

Group of young people working together on a home improvement project outside a house, with a garden and tools, promoting home repair assistance.

Person's hand in black glove cleaning a window frame with a cloth.

Group of ten people posing outside a house, some holding tools, in front of a partially constructed small deck or platform.

Three people sitting at a wooden table in a bright room with large windows, engaged in a conversation with laptops and papers in front of them, and a small plant in the center.

We facilitate several programs in-house as well as having the connections necessary to help with any issues that arise.

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Application can take from three (3) to fifteen (15) months to be finalized. If you need emergency assistance, please contact 2-1-1 for an up-to-date list of emergency programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Each application varies in processing time; however, the majority of City of Cleveland programs typically range from three (3) months to one (1) year.
The Old Brooklyn Home Repair program generally takes between three (3) to six (6) months for completion.
Should you have any questions or wish to inquire about your application status, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Most programs are income-based. You can determine your eligibility for many of our programs by verifying your annual income. Alternatively, you may contact our Healthy Homes Director for assistance or to find out if you qualify for any of our various programs.
There is no limit to the number of programs for which a residential household can apply. However, it is important to note that submitting an application does not guarantee approval for all programs. Additionally, there is a restriction of one (1) major repair per household every ten (10) years. This includes repairs such as porch restoration, roof or ceiling repairs, sidewalk and/or driveway replacement, electrical or plumbing work, and back deck replacement.