Fennville Development
Coming 2028
Located in the City of Fennville, this groundbreaking project represents much more than building one or two homes. The vision is to create an entire neighborhood where local individuals and families can put down roots, build connections, and truly belong.
Location: Fennville, MI
Scope: 15-17 Homes
Property Type: Single Family Homes & Townhomes
Goal: Start Building in 2028
NEW - Coming 2028
Fennville Development
A Neighborhood Built Around Connection
A new neighborhood of affordable Habitat homes is coming to Fennville, made possible by a gift of three acres of land from local resident Lynn Kirkaldy. Her donation honors a promise she and her late husband made to give back to the community they called home.
Located within walking distance of downtown Fennville, the development will provide opportunities for local families and essential community workers to put down roots and build a future in the community they serve. Through this generous gift, Lynn is helping turn a longtime dream into a lasting investment in Fennville's future.
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Homes will be thoughtfully arranged around shared green spaces designed to bring people together.
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Front porches and kitchens will overlook a common yard, creating a place where neighbors can connect and parents can watch their children play.
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We also envision building a shared community space, such as a professionally designed playscape created in partnership with the Outdoor Discovery Center.
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The property is located within walking distance to local schools and downtown Fennville.
Project Timeline
01
Pre-Development | Current Status
Site plan concepts and architectural drawings for the proposed neighborhood.
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City Approval | Next
Submitting our application to the City of Fennville for approval.
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Infrastructure | Goal: Late 2027
Site work and infrastructure begin.
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Home Construction | Goal: 2028
Building begins on the first homes.
Ways to Get Involved
Contribute Financially to the Project
Give today toward predevelopment work or make a gift toward the future development costs to construct the homes and shared spaces that will bring this neighborhood together.
Help Us Raise Funds
Host a fundraising event, start a giving circle, or organize a collection among friends, family, or coworkers on behalf of the Fennville Development. Introduce us to neighbors, businesses, or organizations in the Fennville area who would want to be a part of this project.
Volunteer
Lend your time and skills during planning and join us onsite once construction begins.
"Why do I volunteer with Lakeshore Habitat? Because at the end of the day I know I have helped someone move closer to their dream of homeownership.”
LAKESHORE HABITAT VOLUNTEER
Why This Work Matters Now
Across Ottawa and Allegan counties, the cost of housing continues to rise, placing increasing pressure on working households. For many families, daily life means choosing between paying for housing or covering essentials like food, healthcare, transportation and childcare.
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of new homes exceed $400,000 to purchase
Data from the Ottawa County Housing Needs Assessment (Bowen National Research, 2025) shows the great need. Communities in Allegan County, including Fennville, face this same regional pressure—hardworking families priced out of stable, affordable homeownership close to where they already live and work.
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