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Racine City Plans Housing Development on Former School Site

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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City officials in Racine plan to construct 34 homes on the vacant site of the former Giese Elementary School, which was torn down in 2022. The project received approval from the Racine Common Council, with Mayor Cory Mason leading the initiative. The development will consist of 11 single-story homes and 23 two-story homes, all with a minimum value of $350,000.

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The project will be financed through Tax Incremental District (TID) funds. Approximately $2.3 million from TID 31 will fund necessary infrastructure, including roads and utilities. An additional $1.7 million is allocated for a down payment assistance program benefiting city and Racine Unified School District employees.

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  • RacineCity undergoing development and tax base expansion
  • Cory MasonMayor of Racine and leader of the development initiative

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