The Zanesville Community Improvement Corporation

For more than 40 years, the Zanesville Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) has been dedicated to promoting economic development and revitalization within Zanesville, Ohio, and the surrounding Muskingum County area. The Zanesville CIC is a nonprofit organization established to spearhead strategic growth and improve quality of life. The CIC serves as a catalyst for revitalization through partnerships with local government, private investors, and community members to attract new investment, support existing enterprises, and redevelop underutilized or blighted properties.

The CIC focuses on a broad range of initiatives, including:

• Residential Development: Actively involved in the construction and rehabilitation of housing, the CIC works to address local housing needs by developing affordable, workforce, and market-rate homes. These efforts aim to improve neighborhood stability, increase property values, and attract new residents to the community.
• Commercial Property Development: The CIC plays a key role in developing and redeveloping commercial properties to attract businesses and create jobs. This includes preparing sites for retail, office, and commercial use, as well as supporting adaptive reuse of vacant or underutilized buildings.
• Public-Private Collaboration: As a key liaison between public entities and private investors, the CIC ensures alignment on community priorities and leverages resources to maximize impact.

Through its targeted programs and proactive approach, the Zanesville CIC plays a vital role in shaping the future of the community—building homes, creating business opportunities, and laying the groundwork for long-term economic prosperity. By coordinating public and private resources, the Zanesville CIC plays a central role in driving sustainable economic progress and community enhancement throughout the region.

For questions concerning CIC-owned properties, email alexis.buchanan@coz.org 

The CIC is governed under section 1724 of the Ohio Revised Code.

The Zanesville CIC is pleased to announce its first residential construction project at 418 Abington Ave. To schedule a tour, please call realtor Kurt Ragsdale at 740-704-1294.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                             The City’s weed and litter crew was instrumental in preparing CIC properties for rehabilitation.