Building Stronger Communities

Franklin County Land Bank

Revitalizing our community by transforming vacant and distressed properties into safe, affordable homes.

The Path to Homeownership View Properties

Revitalizing Our Community

We seek transformation of vacant, blighted properties into safe, livable homes, improving neighborhood stability and property values.

Expanding Affordable Housing

By rehabilitating and selling homes at reduced costs, we create homeownership opportunities for local workforce families.

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Boosts Our Local Economy

Our restored properties generate revenue for local businesses, supports our local contractors, and brings homes back on our tax rolls.

What We Do

The Franklin County Land Bank plays a vital role in strengthening communities by transforming vacant, abandoned, and tax-delinquent properties into safe, affordable homes. By rehabilitating blighted properties, the Land Bank not only improves neighborhood stability but also expands homeownership opportunities for low- and moderate-income families. These efforts help reduce crime, increase property values, and support local economic growth by returning homes to the tax rolls and creating jobs for contractors and service providers. Through strategic partnerships and community-driven initiatives, the Franklin County Land Bank is making a lasting impact, fostering vibrant, thriving neighborhoods for generations to come.

Acquires Vacant and Abandoned Properties

We identify and secure tax-delinquent, blighted, and distressed properties to prevent further decline.

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Renovates and Restores Homes

We work with local contractors and community partners to rehabilitate properties, making them safe and livable.

Strengthens Neighborhoods

We remove unsafe structures and revitalize properties to improve community appearance and property values.

Workers rennovating affordable housing for the Franklin County Land Bank in New York State.

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Provides
Affordable Homeownership

We sell homes at reduced costs to income-eligible buyers, helping families achieve stable housing and become productive neighbors.

Partners with Local Organizations

We collaborate with municipalities, nonprofits, and developers to support long-term community revitalization.

Return Properties to Productive Use

We place renovated homes back on the tax rolls, generating revenue and fostering economic growth in Franklin County.

The Path to Home Ownership

The Franklin County Land Bank provides a clear and affordable path to homeownership for individuals and families looking to invest in their future. Through the rehabilitation of vacant and distressed properties, the Land Bank offers these homes at below-market prices to income-eligible buyers.

Prospective homeowners begin the process by reviewing available properties, meeting eligibility requirements, and completing an application. By making homeownership more accessible, the Franklin County Land Bank helps create stable households, stronger communities, and a brighter future for residents across the county.