New Affordable Housing Proposal for Near West Side
CHN Housing Partners has announced its intention to seek funding for "Near West Side Homes," a new residential development project spanning approximately 65 land parcels in Ward 14. The notice of intent, filed as Communication 803-2026, outlines plans to apply to the Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) for multifamily funding to support the creation of approximately 65 single-family, lease-purchase homes.
What's in the file
According to the letter from Mark E. Whipkey, Chief of Asset Management at CHN Housing Partners, the project involves a "scattered site" development of new construction homes. The proposed financing for these units is expected to include:
- Federal and Ohio Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
- OHFA's Housing Development Loan and Multifamily Bond Programs
- A first mortgage
- City of Cleveland HOME funds
The document notes that the City of Cleveland has the right to submit written comments or objections regarding the project's impact on the community to the OHFA within 30 days of the notice's mailing date.
Who may be affected
- Clark-Fulton and Stockyards neighborhoods: The development will be located within these areas, specifically bounded approximately by W 58th Street, Seymour Avenue, W 11th Street, and Woodbridge Court.
- Ward 14: The project encompasses approximately 65 land parcels within this ward.
- CHN Housing Partners: Serving as the developer, general partner, contractor, property manager, and property manager for the project.
Status and timeline
- May 29, 2026: The notice of intent was dated in the communication to the Clerk of Council.
- July 11, 2026: The communication was officially introduced to City Council.
The record currently lists the status of this communication as "Agenda Ready."
Residents can verify these details by reviewing the official record for File No. 803-2026 through the City of Cleveland Legistar website.
Key facts
- Number of units
- Approximately sixty-five (65)
- Ward
- 14
- Land parcels
- approximately 65
Source record
- File
- 803-2026
- Type
- Communication
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- July 10, 2026