Fairfield Homes Hosts Ribbon Cutting at Reserve at Hunter Trace

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 30, 2026
 

Lancaster, OH - Fairfield Homes, Inc., a full-service property management, development and construction company, is proud to announce the grand opening of Reserve at Hunter Trace, a high-quality, environmentally sustainable, and well-connected community near the Fairfield Heritage Trail bike path and just one mile from downtown Lancaster. All units in this brand-new affordable housing development for active adults age 55 and better will be reserved for residents at or below 60% of the area median income.

The ribbon cutting ceremony featured several public officials and partners, underscoring the significance of this new asset for the community, which was the first rural development awarded funding through the Ohio Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (OHLIHTC) Program. Speakers included:

• Jennifer Walters, President, Fairfield Homes
• State Sen. Tim Schaffer (R-Lancaster)
• State Rep. Jeff LaRe, (R-Violet Township)
• Don McDaniel, Mayor, City of Lancaster
• Bill Beagle, Executive Director, Ohio Housing Finance Agency
• Catherine Cawthon, President/CEO, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing
• Terrilynn Erskine, VP, Community Development Relationship Manager for Central Ohio, Huntington Bank
• Ben Goates, VP, Director of Originations, Churchill Stateside
• Tami Conrad-Zangmeister, Director of Legal Operations, Affordable Housing Trust of Columbus and Franklin County
• Stephanie Bosco, Director of Economic Development, Lancaster Port Authority

Following the ceremony, more than 100 guests were welcomed into the property for a light reception and tours.

"Seniors make up a significant and growing share of Fairfield County, with nearly one in three residents age 55 and older. That's not just a statistic; it's a call to action," said Jennifer Walters, President of Fairfield Homes, Inc. "Our commitment is to make sure those residents have access to homes that truly fit their lives by developing places where they can feel safe, connected, and at home in the community they've built. This investment in our local community will not only serve our older residents, it will strengthen the area’s long-term housing infrastructure and contribute to its economic vitality."

The Reserve at Hunter Trace features 95 one- and two-bedroom apartments designed to support independence, wellness, and social connection. Residents will enjoy lifestyle-supporting amenities, such as an on-site yoga and stretching studio; expansive community room designed for socializing, games and community activities; library; coffee bar; outdoor patio and lounge; and an on-site medical care center operated by Fairfield Community Health Center. The property meets sustainability standards under the U.S. Green Building Council rating system to ensure long-term environmental sustainability.

“The Reserve at Hunter Trace is another step toward creating community,” said Catherine Cawthon, President and CEO, Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing. “It offers thoughtful housing for aging adults, including quality design and services to support its residents. OCCH is proud to stand with Fairfield Homes today as we welcome residents home.”

The Reserve at Hunter Trace is the result of strong public-private partnerships and a shared commitment to expanding affordable housing opportunities in Fairfield County. Fairfield Homes is the developer and property manager. We are proud to bring together the following trusted partners to make the project possible: Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA), Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing (OCCH), Huntington Bank, Affordable Housing Trust of Columbus and Franklin County, Churchill Stateside Group, City of Lancaster, Lancaster Port Authority, Columbus Design Co., and Gorsuch Construction, Inc.
 
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Fairfield Homes, Inc. is a full-service property management company present in more than 113 communities with more than 4,700 units throughout Ohio and in neighboring states across the Midwest. We specialize in the development, construction and management of affordable, quality housing for low- and moderate-income households. Our portfolio includes affordable and conventional multi-family housing as well as senior housing. We specialize in HUD Section 8, Rural Development 515, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and combination properties. To learn more about Fairfield Homes, Inc., please visit fairfieldhomesohio.com.