Michigan Real Estate News

Timely  |  Relevant  |  Informative

Long-Term Solutions Address Needs of Detroit’s Homeless

/in , /by

The Pope Francis Center broke ground on a Bridge Housing Campus that will provide 40 studio apartments as temporary shelter to people for 90-120 days. During that time, the project will offer social and job-preparation services and comprehensive medical care that addresses physical, psychological and addiction needs. The project is part of a long-term plan to  solve the root causes of  chronic homelessness in Detroit by 2030.  People who stay in the studio apartments will transition to permanent supportive housing. The facility is scheduled to open mid-2023. Construction will begin in early 2022. Mayor Duggan sees this project as a potential national model.

 

 

Asphalt Facility Proposed for Detroit’s Former Farmer Jack Headquarters

/in /by

The old Farmer Jack Headquarters in northwest Detroit may soon be the new home of an asphalt mixing facility. The Pontiac-based company, Asphalt Specialists, is proposing the $1.5 million plant. The company currently employees more than 100 employees, including truck drivers and maintenance. The plant would add 40-50 jobs. The plant would include an office and scale house for measuring 3,000-4,000 square feet of product. A dust collection system would collect 98-99% of the odors.

 

 

 

Corktown Apartment Tenants Have Water and Heat Restored

/in /by

Tenants of Corktown’s Victor Attar Court apartments have had their water and heat restored over the weekend. They were previously told they would have to relocate because of health and safety concerns. The building’s owner received 22 tickets amounting to $13,142, according to the city’s Buildings, Safety, Engineering and Environmental Department. The apartment residents were notified last week that if the landlord did not restore heat and water and bring the building up to code, they would have to vacate the building. Real Estate developer Emre Uralli is listed as the trustee of 1324 Porter Street Trust, the entity that bought the property when it was in foreclosure. Uralli claims he was unaware of the heating issues and the tickets. They’ve since met with inspectors and cooperating with them.