Two single mothers on the southeast side of Mansfield will get help with home repairs through a new Richland County Land Bank initiative.
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What’s next for former Ocie Hill site? Land Bank discusses next steps after project fails to secure funds
Richland County Land Bank Executive Director Amy Hamrick said she hasn’t given up on plans for an affordable senior housing complex on Mansfield’s north end.
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Land bank moves forward on scattered site affordable rentals
MANSFIELD — It’s been decades since specific pockets of Mansfield’s North End have experienced a new housing development. That may change with the construction of new rental housing units on 63 scattered sites throughout the city. The Richland County Land Bank board took the next step in that process during a special meeting on Friday. […]
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State denies tax credit for affordable senior housing at Ocie Hill, OKs Third Street project
Efforts to build affordable housing for seniors at the site of the former Ocie Hill Neighborhood Center hit a roadblock this week.
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Land bank to pursue scattered site development contracts with Columbus-based Woda Cooper
MANSFIELD — The Richland County Land Bank board will likely vote next week on a tentative sales agreement to sell more than 70 residential lots across Mansfield to a Columbus-based affordable housing developer. The agreement would grant Woda Cooper Companies the exclusive right to purchase up to 76 parcels to build single-family homes and duplexes […]
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Wrecking ball is next: State awards $1 million grant to demolish former West Park Shopping Center
The Richland County Land Bank has been awarded $1 million from the state to tear down the former West Park Shopping Center.
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Richland County Land Bank receives 60+ applications for home rehab grants
MANSFIELD — Windows with scratched or chipping paint. Aging siding and old gutters. A time-weathered front door with bent, warped hinges. These aren’t just signs off an old home or items on an improvement wish list. In some cases, they could be harboring lead — a heavy metal that can be toxic and harmful to […]
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Richland County Land Bank could receive $400k more Lead Safe funding from state
The Richland County Land Bank may receive more state money to help homeowners update properties and reduce lead exposure.
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Richland County Land Bank cuts ribbon on renovated courthouse offices
The Richland County Land Bank cut a ribbon on Tuesday afternoon to celebrate newly renovated offices on “L1” at the county courthouse.
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WestingHOUSE: Community festival to celebrate Mansfield site’s future
The Richland County Land Bank, in partnership with the Leadership Unlimited Class of 2026 and local leaders, will host A WestingHOUSE Party on June 13.