Columbus Metro Guide · Last verified Apr 12, 2026
17 local programs from county, city, utility, and regional sources for Columbus area homeowners. 17 currently open and accepting applications.
These are county, city, utility, and regional programs specific to the Columbus metropolitan area. They're in addition to Ohio's statewide programs and federal credits that all homeowners can access.
| Program | Administrator | Value | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Cincinnati Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate | Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance / City of Cincinnati | Up to $1,500 | Open | Official |
| City of Cleveland Weatherization Tax Credits | City of Cleveland | Up to $3,200 | Open | Official |
| Cuyahoga County Homestead Exemption | Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer | Up to $700 | Open | Official |
| Hamilton County Enhanced Homestead Exemption for Disabled Veterans | Hamilton County Auditor | Up to $1,600 | Open | Official |
| Hamilton County Homestead Exemption | Hamilton County Auditor | Up to $800 | Open | Official |
| Lucas County Enhanced Homestead Exemption for Disabled Veterans | Lucas County Auditor | Up to $1,600 | Open | Official |
| Lucas County Homestead Exemption | Lucas County Auditor | Up to $800 | Open | Official |
| Columbia Gas WarmChoice Weatherization (Cleveland) | Columbia Gas of Ohio / GLCAP | Up to $8,000 | Open | Official |
| Cuyahoga County Home Weatherization Assistance Program | Cuyahoga County Dept of Development | Up to $8,000 | Open | Official |
| MORPC Home Weatherization Program | Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission | Up to $8,000 | Open | Official |
| AEP Ohio Residential Energy Efficiency Rebates | AEP Ohio | Up to $1,200 | Open | Official |
| Dominion East Ohio Gas Furnace Rebate | Dominion Energy Ohio | Up to $400 | Open | Official |
| Dominion East Ohio Gas Water Heater Rebate | Dominion Energy Ohio | Up to $400 | Open | Official |
| FirstEnergy Community Connections (Illuminating Co) | The Illuminating Company (FirstEnergy) | Up to $2,000 | Open | Official |
| FirstEnergy Illuminating Company Appliance Rebates | The Illuminating Company (FirstEnergy) | Up to $500 | Open | Official |
| FirstEnergy Ohio Community Connections (Toledo Edison) | Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy) | Up to $2,000 | Open | Official |
| FirstEnergy Ohio Smart Thermostat Rebate (Toledo Edison) | Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy) | Up to $75 | Open | Official |
Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer
Up to $25,000 shielded from market value for seniors 65+, permanently disabled, 100% disabled veterans, and surviving spouses
Must be 65+ or permanently disabled (income ≤ $41,000; Social Security excluded) OR 100% disabled veteran (no income limit)
Apply by Dec 31; 2026 applications open
Hamilton County Auditor
$58,000 reduction in taxable property value for 100% service-connected disabled veterans
Must be 100% service-connected disabled veteran with VA letter or DD214; no income limit
Hamilton County Auditor
$29,000 reduction in taxable property value for seniors 65+ or permanently disabled with income ≤ $40,000
Must be 65+ or permanently disabled; own and occupy as primary residence on Jan 1; 2024 MAGI ≤ $40,000; Social Security excluded
Apply by Dec 31
Lucas County Auditor
Enhanced exemption for 100% service-connected disabled veterans or surviving spouses of first responders killed in line of duty
Must be 100% service-connected disabled veteran with VA documentation or surviving spouse of first responder killed on duty
Lucas County Auditor
$29,000 reduction in taxable property value for seniors 65+ or permanently disabled with income ≤ $41,000
Must be 65+ or permanently/totally disabled; own and occupy as primary residence; total income ≤ $41,000; Social Security excluded
Apply by Dec 31 of application year
Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance / City of Cincinnati
Up to $1,500 for energy efficiency improvements through Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance
Must be Cincinnati homeowner; must receive Home Performance with ENERGY STAR energy assessment
City of Cleveland
Tax credits and incentives for energy-efficient home improvements for Cleveland residents
Must be Cleveland resident homeowner
AEP Ohio
Rebates for geothermal heat pump ($1,200), water heater ($400), heat pump (up to $300), smart thermostat ($75), pool pump ($350), clothes washer ($40)
Must be active AEP Ohio residential customer
Dominion Energy Ohio
$400 rebate for natural gas furnace with 96%+ AFUE; max 2 per house
Must be Dominion Energy Ohio residential gas customer; 96%+ AFUE; licensed contractor; apply within 90 days
Dominion Energy Ohio
$75 rebate for gas storage water heater or $400 for heat pump water heater
Must be Dominion Energy Ohio residential gas customer; max 2 per house; licensed contractor required
The Illuminating Company (FirstEnergy)
Free in-home energy evaluation and improvements for income-eligible customers
Must be Illuminating Company customer at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines
The Illuminating Company (FirstEnergy)
Rebates for ENERGY STAR appliances: $50-$500 per item; enhanced rebates for low-income
Must be Illuminating Company residential customer; enhanced rebates for customers ≤ 200% FPG
Funds limited
Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy)
Free in-home energy evaluation and improvements for income-eligible customers
Must be Toledo Edison customer at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines
Toledo Edison (FirstEnergy)
Rebate for smart thermostat purchase for Toledo Edison residential customers
Must be Toledo Edison residential customer
Funds limited; subject to change without notice
Columbia Gas of Ohio / GLCAP
Free home weatherization including insulation, air sealing, furnace/water heater repair or replacement for income-eligible residents
Must be Columbia Gas customer; household income ≤ 150% of federal poverty guidelines
$70 million in funding over 5 years
Cuyahoga County Dept of Development
Home weatherization services for income-eligible Cuyahoga County residents including energy audits, insulation, appliance replacement
Must be Cuyahoga County resident; income ≤ 200% federal poverty guidelines
HEAP applications accepted July 1 2025 - May 31 2026
Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission
Free weatherization services including furnace/water heater repair or replacement, insulation, air sealing, and appliance upgrades for income-eligible Franklin County residents
Must be income-eligible Franklin County resident; owner-occupied home; call 614.621.1171 to schedule
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