State Rep. Pauline Wendzel today announced a $1.5 million performance-based grant from the Michigan Strategic Fund has been awarded to Benton Harbor Flats LCC.

The Benton Harbor Flats project will renovate a vacant, two-story building located on 0.24 acres into a mixed-use development in downtown Benton Harbor. The completed project is anticipated to include sixteen market-rate residential apartments and two office suites.  In addition to significant interior rehabilitation activities, the project also includes the removal of existing metal façade materials with the goal of restoring the original brick façade, which is believed to be intact under the metal.

“I’m incredibly excited about this project,” Rep. Wendzel said.  “I want to specifically thank the Cornerstone Alliance, and Benton Harbor Flats LLC for their investment in Benton Harbor.  This project will create twenty-two jobs and serve as a catalyst for future development in the heart of Benton Harbor.”

For further information, please contact Rep. Wendzel at 517-373-1774 or via email at [email protected].