Previous NSP Projects
Neighborhood Stabilization Program
Each of the communities that Mecca represents offers a unique scenario to the implementation of their NSP. Specifics of their NSP programs are as follows:
Kokomo, Indiana
- 14 single family home rehabilitations
- 10 of 14 homes sold to families earning 50% AMI or below
- Hired all local contractors to facilitate the rehabilitation
Elwood, Indiana
- 10 Redevelopment for-sale units
- 1 historic rehabilitation for sale unit
- 75% of the units are marketed for individuals or families earning at or below 120% of the AMI and the balance (25%) for individuals or families earning at or below 50% AMI
- Acquired properties include foreclosed, vacant and blighted properties within targeted area
Michigan City, Indiana
- 5 new construction single family homes
- Homes are slated for individuals with Section 8 Homeownership Vouchers from the Michigan City Housing Authority
Quincy, Illinois
- 9 rehabilitation
- 1 new contraction 4-plex
Chicago Heights, Illinois
- 9 new construction single family homes
Dolton, Indiana
- 5 new construction single family homes
- 3 rehabilitation single family homes
- 75% of the units are marketed for individuals or families earning at or below 120% of the AMI and the balance (25%) for individuals or families earning at or below 50% AMI
Richton Park, Illinois
- 5 rehabilitation single family homes
- 75% of the units are marketed for individuals or families earning at or below 120% of the AMI and the balance (25%) for individuals or families earning at or below 50% AMI
Mecca offers a significant amount of experience in the affordable housing arena, including implementation and planning efforts of the Neighborhood Stabilization Program.
