Description
The City of Greenville is seeking a qualified developer/builder to partner in the development of high-quality, affordable, single-family homes as part of the City's 50-in-10 Affordable Housing Initiative. The selected developer will be responsible for designing and constructing homes that meet the City's design expectations and affordability requirements. The homes must be stick-built, have a minimum of 1,200 square feet, and meet all applicable local building codes and energy efficiency standards. The developer must also provide a marketing plan and approach for identifying eligible buyers, as well as a plan for complying with affordability covenants.
Some key points to consider:
• The City has identified vacant, City-owned parcels available for development.
• The developer will be responsible for all site-related improvements necessary to support construction.
• The final method of land disposition will be determined by the City in coordination with the selected developer.
• The City reserves the right to waive certain permitting fees associated with the project.
• The developer must provide a detailed development plan, including unit mix, floor plans, construction timeline, and trade names.
• The developer must also provide a financial plan and proof of financing capacity, as well as a marketing plan and approach for identifying eligible buyers.
• The City aims to provide job training opportunities through its partnership with the North Carolina Homebuilders Association Construction Training Program.