HOUSING
Housing Assistance
We have several programs to help you with your housing needs, from repair to finding a place to live, contact us today for more information.
CHIP
Community Housing Improvement Program (CHIP) provides housing repair and rehabilitation services to eligible residents within targeted areas in the county.
Home Weatherization
Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) is an energy assistance program designed to reduce energy costs for low-income individuals and families.
Sycamore Glen Single Family
Sycamore Glen is a 36-unit housing development located in Greenfield, Ohio in Highland County.
Your Rights Under the Fair Housing Act
Highland County is committed to equal housing opportunity for all. As a recipient of CHIP and other housing funds, we follow the Fair Housing Act, which protects individuals from discrimination in housing based on:
- Race or Color
- National Origin
- Religion
- Sex
- Familial Status (e.g., having children under 18)
- Disability
We proudly affirm that fair housing is not just a law—it’s our promise to the community.
What Fair Housing Means for You
Whether you are applying for home rehabilitation, energy assistance, or rental help, you have the right to:
- Be treated fairly and respectfully
- Request accommodations if you have a disability
- Receive services without language, income, or identity barriers
- Report concerns without fear of retaliation
Need Assistance or Want to Report Discrimination?
If you believe you’ve been discriminated against in any part of the housing process, please contact:
Highland County
Fair Housing Coordinator: Ashleigh Willey
Phone: 937-393-1911
Email: awilley@co.highland.oh.us
Website: https://www.co.highland.oh.us
You may also file a complaint directly with:
- Ohio Civil Rights Commission – https://civ.ohio.gov
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – https://www.hud.gov/fairhousing
- Local Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) – https://www.hud.gov
Learn More
Download our Fair Housing Guide (PDF) www.hud.gov/sites/documents/fheo_booklet_eng.pdf
Fair Housing Rights & Responsibilities (PDF) — https://civ.ohio.gov/wps/wcm/connect/gov/347243b7-669b-4529-b703-a8c38b7fff13/Fair+Housing+2023.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
Access CHIP Application and Eligibility Info – not available at this time.




Hillsboro
HCCAO - Highland County Community Action Organization, Inc.
Address: 1487 N High St, Ste. 500 Hillsboro, OH 45133-8496
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Phone: 937-393-3458
Fax: 937-393-7707
Greenfield
HCCAO - Highland County Community Action Organization, Inc.
Address: 1300 Jefferson St. Greenfield, OH 45123
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Phone: 937-981-9718
Fax: 937-981-0118
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