Rent and Utility Assistance Help Available
The Columbus Urban League and Impact Community Action have funds available to help residents that need assistance with rent and utility payments. For more information, contact the CUL at [email protected]; or call: 614-484-9111. To schedule an appointment for emergency assistance, contact Impact Community Action at 614-246-0019.
COVID-19 ASSISTANCE FROM THE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS FOR BUSINESSES IN COLUMBUS
COVID-19 SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE GUIDE
The COVID-19 Small Business Resource Guide provides employers and employees with a robust listing of resources that are available to help businesses as a result of COVID-19. Click here to access additional resources.
Director's Office
The Department of Development is responsible for code enforcement, economic development, housing, land redevelopment, neighborhood services and planning. Check out the link to a video for more information about the department.
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Code Enforcement
Our Mission: To improve the quality of life in Columbus neighborhoods through implementation and enforcement of the City's Housing, Zoning, Graphics, Health, Sanitation, and Safety Codes.
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Economic Development
The Economic Development Division assists local businesses and provides information to companies looking to expand or relocate in Columbus.
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Housing
The Housing Division serves Columbus by preserving and producing housing that helps build strong, distinct and vibrant neighborhoods. The Housing Division offers programs to assist homeowners, housing developers and rental property owners.
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Land Redevelopment Division and Land Bank Program
The Columbus Land Bank was established in 1994 to improve Columbus neighborhoods by returning vacant, abandoned and underutilized residential and commercial properties into productive community assets.
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Planning
The Planning Division is responsible for neighborhood planning, commercial overlays, board and commission (Downtown, University District and East Franklinton), historic preservation, annexation and public art.
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Residential Tax Incentives
The City of Columbus’ housing tax abatement program fosters private sector investment to build mixed income neighborhoods. Click the link for more information.
Tax Incentives