Who We Are

The Mahoning County Land Reutilization Corporation, known as the Mahoning County Land Bank, was created with a clear and urgent mission: to acquire vacant, distressed and abandoned properties and return them to productive use through rehabilitation, demolition and greening. Today, our goal remains simple but powerful – create cleaner, safer and stronger neighborhoods throughout Mahoning County.

Since its founding, the Land Bank has evolved from performing mostly blight-removal work into serving as a catalyst for revitalization, housing growth and economic development. Today, the Land Bank serves as a connector and coordinator between partners at the local and state levels, grounded in the belief and motto:

Every property has promise. We unlock the potential.

We’re growing Mahoning County’s appeal, vitality and economic strength by our ability to provide a unique suite of services designed to unlock the potential of distressed, abandoned and tax-delinquent properties. To date, this work has positively impacted more than 10,000 properties through property transfers, new home construction, home rehabilitation, demolition, brownfield cleanup, land clearing and beautification efforts.

The Land Bank has generated almost $79 million in economic impact over the last 15 years. This includes contracts with local companies and service providers that support local employment and generate significant tax revenues. Our collective impact is far greater in terms of neighborhood improvements, stabilization, reinvestments and overall appeal.

Our Mission

The Land Bank helps residents, businesses, investors, local governments and community development partners reclaim, renew and repurpose distressed, abandoned and tax-delinquent properties into productive, tax-paying assets that strengthen neighborhoods and support economic growth across Mahoning County.

Our Impact

Following decades of job and population losses and the foreclosure crisis, Mahoning County was left with thousands of neglected, debt-laden parcels that reduced nearby property values and increased maintenance costs for cities, townships and villages. Working in partnership with local governments, community organizations and residents, and backed by state-funded programs, we have completed more than 2,000 demolitions since 2012.

These cleared properties have been transformed into public and private green spaces, sites for new construction and other productive reuse opportunities that stabilize neighborhoods and support reinvestment.

With the bulk of large-scale demolition now complete, we recently shifted into a new phase by expanding our focus on new home construction, home rehabilitation and other initiatives that increase affordable housing options.

At the same time, we are advancing commercial redevelopment by restoring former industrial sites and helping attract new businesses to Mahoning County.

Under Ohio law, county land banks may also accept donated properties, renovate residential and commercial buildings, assemble land for development and manage properties while they await redevelopment.

As a result of this work, we help expand housing options, create jobs, stimulate investment and increase tax revenue. These efforts lift property values, encourage residency and support local businesses, all while being environmentally friendly.

Most importantly, we’re lifting Mahoning County in terms of attracting investments, businesses and residents, all of which are critical for the growth and future of our region.

As we celebrate 15 years of successes in 2026 and share our future endeavors, we want all our partners and constituencies to fully understand who we are today, where we are heading and why supporting our efforts makes a huge difference from border to border of Mahoning County.

Our Leaders

We are governed by a nine-member board of directors representing both the public and private sectors. Day-to-day operations are carried out by a professional staff of eight, led by an executive director who oversees the implementation of our policies and programs.

Our Partners

County land reutilization corporations are organized under sections 1724 and 5722 of Ohio Revised Code.

We invite you to learn more about our programs and initiatives and tell us how we can assist you. Visit our Contact page or call us at 330-259-1040.