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Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan is constructing three new homes on Bedford Street, aimed at providing affordable housing for local families. With a completion target of October 2025, the project will replace abandoned structures and includes a rigorous qualification process for potential homeowners. The initiative underscores community support and aims to foster stability within the neighborhood.
Alpena – Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan is making strides in community development by constructing three new homes on Bedford Street, with an expected completion date set for October 2025. The properties, located at 307, 317, and 321 Bedford St., are situated close to Ella White Elementary School and aim to provide affordable housing to qualifying local families.
Construction officially commenced on April 18, 2025, beginning with foundation work. Once completed, the homes will offer low-income families the opportunity for homeownership through affordable mortgage options. The initiative comes after the prior structures, built in the 1920s and 1930s, were deemed abandoned and beyond repair, necessitating their demolition.
Prior to demolition, the Alpena County Land Bank received significant support from the State Land Bank in Lansing, which allocated $500,000 toward the acquisition of the properties and to conduct environmental studies. These studies revealed contaminants in the original buildings, underscoring the need for their removal before any new construction could begin.
To qualify for one of the new homes, potential residents must undergo a rigorous qualification process. This includes proving their eligibility for an affordable mortgage and contributing “sweat equity,” which involves participating in various stages of the construction process. Two of the homes, located at 317 and 321 Bedford, will feature three bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room, a kitchen, a one-car garage, and both front and back porches. The third home at 307 Bedford will be smaller, offering two bedrooms and is specifically designated for a retired teacher who has not previously owned a home.
Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan’s Executive Director underscored the long-lasting impact that homeownership can have on families and individuals within the community. The project marks a significant effort not just to provide houses but to foster stability and a sense of belonging among residents.
The excavation work at the construction sites is managed by Dave Marchlewski, while the actual building process is overseen by Bryan DeCare Masonry. Modular homes for the two larger properties are supplied by Ritz-Craft Corporation based in Jonesville, while the smaller unit at 307 Bedford is designed using traditional stick-building techniques. This mix of construction methods reflects Habitat’s commitment to providing quality homes suited for the needs of their future occupants.
Throughout the project, Habitat for Humanity has collaborated with local officials, including Montiel Birmingham, the Director of Planning, Development, and Zoning for Alpena. This partnership highlights the importance of community engagement and support in ensuring that such housing projects not only meet the structural needs but also fit well within the neighborhood landscape.
As the construction progresses, interested individuals or families looking for more information about Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan or the selection process for the new homes are encouraged to visit the organization’s website or contact their office directly.
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Additional Resources
- The Alpena News: Construction Progressing on Three Habitat Homes
- WBKB 11: Habitat for Humanity to Build Fifty Affordable Houses
- The Alpena News: Habitat for Humanity Building Three New Homes
- Wikipedia: Habitat for Humanity
- The Alpena News: Hillman Family Moves into New Habitat Home
- Google Search: Habitat for Humanity construction 2025
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