Single & Multi Family Housing

Fayette County Local Development Corporation (FCLDC) is the Urban League's housing development initiative. FCLDC was selected as the designated Community Housing Development Organization and it continues to build and renovate units for low to moderate-income families in the heart of Lexington. FCLDC partners with Community Action Council and V & D Construction in an effort to safely and efficiently build multiple units.

By using this approach we are not only aiding in the economic development of our minority contractor, but also teaching a skill to high school dropouts who are participating in the Young Builders Challenge program. This program assists the students in preparing for their GED while also learning the construction trade. This initiative increases a student's employment opportunities and economic earning potential. Still, this approach aids in increasing property values in the area and has an even greater impact on the families who no longer have to live in substandard, overcrowded housing units.

HOMEOWNERSHIP

HOMEOWNERSHIP FCLDC is currently building four additional homes in the new Rain Garden Way located off of Georgetown Street across from Community Action Council. These lots were donated by the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government.

RENTAL UNITS

FCLDC has 27 affordable single- family units located in the inner city. There are also 24 multi-family units located on Elm Tree Lane just behind the Lyric Theatre. Also, a new development, the Russell School Development will result in 27 additional units for seniors aged 55 and older.

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Norman Franklin

For more information Contact: 859-254-6212 Norman@ullexfay.org 148 DeWeese Street Lexington, KY 40507