Columbus City Council authorized the Department of Development to convey two vacant land bank parcels (879-881 Old Leonard Ave. and 893 Old Leonard Ave.) to Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio. Habitat for Humanity-MidOhio plans to construct two new single-family homes on these parcels under the Moderately Priced Housing Initiative. The parcels were acquired through the Land Reutilization Program and are being sold at fair market value, exempting them from competitive bidding. The total sale price for both parcels, including processing fees, is $16,147.00. The emergency declaration was requested to expedite the transfer to allow construction to begin in August 2025. This action is critical for finalizing construction contracts and meeting the scheduled August 2025 closing and construction dates.