A ribbon-cutting ceremony on February 4th marked the grand opening of The Landing at Spring Lake, Michigan’s first passive house-certified multifamily housing project. Developed by nonprofit Samaritas, the pioneering project features 53 one- and two-bedroom apartments affordable to residents earning 30-80 percent of the Area Median Income ($24,690 to $65,800). Eight of the apartments will be reserved for members of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, and eight additional units will be designated for families with Grand Rapids Housing Commission vouchers.
Joining Samaritas for the celebration included Chesapeake Community Advisors, Pinnacle Construction Group, Mercantile Community Partners, the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians, and IFF – all of which helped to facilitate the $16.4 million project. IFF provided a $2.3 million loan to Samaritas via the Michigan Affordable Housing Loan Program.
“IFF believes that everyone deserves the right to safe, affordable, high-quality housing and is committed to providing capital and resources to make this a reality for all communities,” said Chris Uhl, executive director for IFF’s Eastern Region. “We are proud to have played a role in developing The Landing at Spring Lake by providing financing for the project through the Michigan Affordable Housing Loan Fund and working alongside so many committed partners, including Samaritas and Ottawa County, to bring to life a vision for more affordable housing in Western Michigan.”
In addition to high-quality affordable homes, residents at The Landing at Spring Lake will benefit from amenities that include community spaces, wellness programming, and a digital learning hub. Each apartment also features energy efficient appliances, an in-unit washer/dryer and dishwasher, individual thermostat control, and more. Passive House certification ensures that the building operates with superior energy performance, reducing costs for residents while contributing to environmental conservation efforts.
“Affordable housing is essential to building strong communities,” said Dave Morin, CEO of Samaritas. “This project represents a commitment to sustainable living, inclusivity and economic stability, which is desperately needed not only here in Spring Lake but across Michigan. That’s why Samaritas is committed to launching similar projects throughout the state.”
To see a video and photos from the ribbon-cutting ceremony, scroll down.
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