Grants Fund Rehabilitation of Historic Properties in Calumet
What happened
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation provided a $1.1 million grant through its Revitalization and Placemaking program to support the rehabilitation of two historic properties in downtown Calumet. Additionally, the Michigan State Housing Development Agency provided a $700,000 grant for the project. The total anticipated capital investment for the redevelopment is approximately $3.68 million.
Why it matters
The funding supports the redevelopment of two buildings on Calumet’s 5th Street into seven residential apartments and three commercial spaces. This investment is part of the ‘Bring Back Calumet’ Initiative, which Jeff Ratcliffe is directing.
Who's involved
- CalumetVillage receiving the investment and rehabilitation funding
- Michigan State Housing Development AuthorityProvided a $700,000 grant for the rehabilitation project
- Jeff RatcliffeDirecting the 'Bring Back Calumet' Initiative
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- CalumetSpeculative
New residential and commercial development could increase local investment.
- Michigan State Housing Development AuthoritySpeculative
The Michigan State Housing Development Agency might see its funding segment utilized for this specific housing rehabilitation project.
- MichiganSpeculative
Michigan might see regional revitalization supported by state funding via the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.
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The entities involved
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Calumet
village in Houghton County, Michigan, United States
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Michigan State Housing Development Authority
agency of the state of Michigan, United States
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