The Ohio Department of Development will soon begin accepting Fiscal Year 2026 applications for the Transformational Mixed‑Use Development (TMUD) Program, a competitive incentive program that provides tax credits to support mixed‑use development projects across Ohio.
The Department has updated the program webpage with key documents intended to help applicants prepare for the upcoming funding round.
FY 2026 TMUD Application Timeline:
- Application opens: 10:00 AM EDT on March 23, 2026
- Application closes: 4:00 PM EDT on April 22, 2026
The TMUD program provides a tax credit for eligible mixed-use developments to help finance new construction and/or improvements to vacant buildings. The program was substantially amended by House Bill 96, which took effect in September 2025. These changes should result in more awards, but make it particularly important for applicants to carefully review current program requirements, eligibility standards, and evaluation criteria before beginning the application process.
As a reminder, Argus Growth Consultants, Inc., a wholly owned consulting subsidiary of Bricker Graydon Wyatt LLP, can assist clients with TMUD application strategy and preparation. Our Argus Team is growing and now includes a professional with direct TMUD experience. Our advisory support is designed to help development teams navigate the application process by:
- Evaluating project readiness under current TMUD criteria
- Advising on application strategy and project positioning
- Application writing, assembly, and economic impact analysis
If you are considering applying during the FY 2026 cycle or would like to discuss how the recent program changes may affect your project, please contact Alan Schaeffer at aschaeffer@pselaw.com or 937.223.1130.
