expansion: “The Home Builders Association estimates that 9,000 new homes will be built in Clermont County over the next ten years.” For instance, in Batavia, two major projects are being implemented to transform the area. “One development is adding 850 homes,” says Painter. “Another, on 169 acres annexed by the village of Batavia along Airport Road, is planning to build close to 800 homes.” These projects include a mix of single-family homes and multifamily units. McClintick talks about the growing importance of multifamily housing in Clermont County. “We’ve completed four or five deals this year that provide sales tax exemptions on construction materials for multifamily projects,” he explains. With single-family homes in short supply, demand for apartments, townhomes, and duplexes is rising rapidly. “Just in Union Township, the three or four projects we worked on are bringing more than 1,500 new multifamily units to the area,” he says. For Clermont County leaders, it’s about more than just building homes—it’s about creating housing opportunities for residents at every stage of life. McClintick puts it plainly: “From a housing perspective, we want to provide stages of housing for every phase of life. Whether it’s a starter apartment, a family home, or a downsized condo for empty nesters, we’re making sure there are options.”This thoughtful approach ensures the county can retain residents as their needs and circumstances change, supporting a stable and thriving community. Clermont County’s housing strategy is as much about foresight as it is about responding to current demand. With the region snowballing and Cincinnati’s urban areas nearing full development, Clermont is stepping up as the next frontier for residential growth. “Companies are approaching us regularly with plans for new housing,” says Painter. “The investment we’re seeing in single-family and multifamily developments is unlike anything we’ve seen before.” 113 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 12 CLERMONT COUNTY, OH
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