2139 St Rt 125 Amelia, OH – Over 15 acre site in Monroe Township, OH

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

When completed, the 15+ acre property located at 2139 State Route 125 in Amelia, Ohio, known as Veterans’ Village, will feature 19 apartment units (16 – 1 Bedroom Units and 3 – 2 Bedroom Units), greenspace, and a community clubhouse. The Village will fill a critical need in the region, offering housing opportunities to homeless veterans or veterans at risk of being homeless. All units will be required to maintain Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and be LEED Certified, which means the buildings will not only be comfortable for occupants, but also energy efficient. Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) owns the land and is leasing it to its non-profit company, Clermont Housing Corporation (CHC), which serves as the project developer.  CMHA will manage the day-to-day activities at the property.

THE BENEFITS OF THE HUD-VASH PROGRAM: Donald Lionberger – Veterans Village Monroe

PROJECT COST

The project’s projected cost is $10.6 million and represents a true public-private partnership layering resources from the State of Ohio, Clermont County, private debt, grants, sponsor equity, and private donations.

PROPOSED TENTATIVE TIMELINE   

Spring 2026                            Construction Begins

Fall 2027                                  Construction Ends

HOUSING UNITS  

All 19 units are subsidized using HUD-VASH (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing) project based vouchers, meaning residents will only pay 30% of their Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) towards rent. Utilities will be paid by CMHA. The units will be ADA compliant and can be modified to become wheelchair accessible. The units, which are under a 20-year rental subsidy contract, will house only veteran families referred by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which is a requirement of the HUD-VASH program.

COMMUNITY CENTER AMENITIES

• On-site property management  
• Additional office space for visiting clinical/social services  
• A computer/media space for the public
• Kitchen area / all purpose room for large gatherings & events
• Inclement weather center that can sustain tornado-strength winds 
• Community warming/cooling center
• Covered outdoor area & raised garden beds
• Broadband Access
• Financial Literacy Courses  
•  On-site clinical services provided by the V.A.

PROPERTY AMENITIES

• Security and Camera system
• Off-street Parking & Private Entrance 
• Broadband Access 
• Resident Rental Reporting to Credit Bureaus

ONGOING FUNDRAISING EFFORTS

Fundraising efforts are ongoing to support additional capital needs for the project and furnishings for the units. Should you or your organization be able, Clermont Housing Corporation greatly appreciates your tax-deductible donation to the project. To donate, scan the QR code below, or visit www.clermontmha.org.

 LEGACY GIVING

You can also make a meaning impact to low-income families in Clermont County for years to come by including Clermont Housing Corporation (CHC) in your will or estate planning. If this is something you’d like to explore, contact Alicia Morlatt at 513-732-6010 x 222 or by email amorlatt@clermontmha.org.