Akron also has a minor home repair program providing limited assistance to low income elderly or disabled homeowners citywide. Neighborhoods are selected using assessments of neighborhood conditions and US Census data. See The City of Akron's Commitment to Housing for more details. Akron's Community Development plan and budget are outlined in the Consolidated Plan and 5 year Strategy . This sets minimum standards for safe and decent housing.
Inspectors visit properties, identify violations and work with owners to correct problems.
If properties are so bad they can't be repaired, the city offers to tear them down at no cost through the Waiver Demolition Program . Garages, too, can be torn down at no cost. The City recognizes the need for new, affordable housing. The Urban Neighborhood Development Corporation contracts with local builders to construct quality homes on inner city lots. Akron also assists other non-profit Community Housing Development Organizations construct new homes.