City commits $2.6 million of Issue 6 funds to housing repairs

City commits $2.6 million of Issue 6 funds to housing repairs

A new resource for home repairs will launch in early 2026, following the Dec. 3 City Commission approval of dedicating $2.6 million of Issue 6-generated funding to the Dayton Home Repair Revolving Loan Program. Approximately 80 owner-occupied homes and small multi-family rental properties will benefit during the program's three years. In 2026, the forgivable loans will be available only in Welcome Home Ohio neighborhoods (Madden Hills, Fairview, Dayton View Triangle and Wolf Creek); in the remaining years the program will operate citywide. Priority will be given to households earning 80% to 120% of the Area Median Income, with higher household incomes also considered. Funded repairs will be limited to structural and exterior needs only; structures must have received a "poor" rating by the Dayton Housing Survey. CountyCorp will administer the loans and associated work; the Dayton Home Repair Network is a cooperating partner. Watch for communications from the City of Dayton and CountyCorp regarding loan applications and other essential information. Issue 6 is a 0.25% earned income tax approved by Dayton voters in 2024.