This program is designed to eliminate slum and blight by demolishing unsafe structures in efforts to enhance neighborhood revitalization for the safety of the citizens of Odessa. The City of Odessa Community Development Department welcomes citizen reports of unsafe structures. A business loan applicant is required to complete an application, which includes the development of a business plan and financial information projection for a minimum of 3-5 years.
Some homeowners are subject to repaying the amount or part of the amount of the repairs.
This depends on household income. Call office for additional information on Economic Development Loan Program. Christmas in April USA is the leading national volunteer organization that, in partnership with the community, repairs the houses of low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and disabled, so that they may continue to live in warmth, safety and independence. Odessa volunteers handle a wide range of repairs, including minor improvements such as patching and painting walls, replacing windows and doors, installing handicapped access ramps, and yard clean up and trash removal. Examples of major repairs include those involving electrical or plumbing systems, and roof and floor renovations.