Monroe Township — The Clermont Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) announced the latest development in the Veterans Village project and facilities. An official groundbreaking ceremony will occur on June 30 at 10 a.m., signaling the final stretch of Clermont County’s newest resource for affordable veteran housing.
In recent years, hundreds of Ohio veterans have experienced homelessness and underemployment following their service to the country. According to Veterans Affairs (VA), roughly 20% of the overall homeless population resides in unsheltered conditions, with veterans making up roughly 12% of the local adult homeless demographic in regions like Southwest Ohio.
Many municipal and nonprofit organizations have worked tirelessly to identify high-risk veterans struggling to find housing, medical treatment, and other services that help them transition back into civilian life. CMHA is one such entity dedicated to helping homeless veterans find quality housing without putting them into unclenching debt.
The Veterans Village in Amelia is a community project that includes 19 multifamily units (16 – 1 Bedroom Units and 3 – 2 Bedroom Units) and a community clubhouse for veterans. These modern facilities will be able to accommodate both individual veterans and small families, depending on their circumstances.
Subsidized housing solutions at Veterans Village aim to reduce the risk of homelessness among the local population and include reasonable accommodations to help them access additional resources for wellness and improved quality of life.
As part of this commitment, inspectors and designers have covered much of the groundwork prior to residency. Reviews of the property ensure that each unit meets Housing Quality Standards (HQS) and the Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Certification, which organizers plan to obtain before its expected completion in 2027.
CMHA plans to own the land and sign a 30-year ground lease with the Public Housing Agency’s non-profit company, Clermont Housing Corporation, which will manage day-to-day activities.
Floor layout for a unit in Veterans Village.
The organization broke ground on May 4, 2026, beginning the multi-year construction process. CMHA will hold an official ceremony on June 30, inviting the community to come support this life-saving housing project.
The HUD-VASH program, a collaboration between the Department of Housing & Urban Development and the VA, supports the project with wraparound services, a financial literacy course, and more.
“Our vision for the Veterans Village is to bring these supports together on one site, creating a strong community where veterans help each other rebuild their lives,” said Alicia Morlatt, the executive director for CMHA.
Original 2023 estimates for the project came in at around $7.5 million. However, inflation, tariffs, and regulatory expenses, including a move from Franklin Township, increased the cost to around $10 million.
Mapping Veterans Village.
Despite cost increases, vocal support from veterans has helped maintain enthusiasm for the project across Monroe Township. It has also contributed to donations and grants that cover nearly 80% of the cost.
“For a guy to be able to get his life back together and to get housing up there, it’s going to help a lot of veterans,” U.S. Army veteran Daniel Lionberger said. “There’s a lot of veterans up there with problems, and there's a lot of veterans that would probably take help if they knew how to get it and could get it.”
Public grants and donations include:
Individuals or organizations interested in supporting construction and services for the Veterans Village facility can contact Alicia Morlatt at amorlatt@clermontmha.org.
Connect Clermont is proud to provide news that supports the Agenda For the Future 2035 mission to improve affordable housing for Clermont residents. As zoning and development across the county continue to expand, it is up to the local community to ensure these projects protect and improve quality of living for everyone.
The actions of Clermont County residents and nonprofits toward improving housing accessibility in Ohio have contributed to a near 5% decrease in homelessness since 2023.
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