Southeast Neighborhood Development outlines HOME application and plan for dozens more homes

Sep 15, 2026

Kelly Mergo, president of Southeast Neighborhood Development, told commissioners the nonprofit has completed 25 homes since 2019 and is including three tax-sale-acquired parcels in its 2027 HOME program application; HOME awards are expected in January, with an estimated development timeline of six to nine months after funding.

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Kelly Mergo, president of Southeast Neighborhood Development, presented the group's housing portfolio and plans during the Sept. 15 Marion County Commissioners meeting, telling commissioners the organization has completed 25 homes since 2019 and is pursuing HOME program funding for parcels acquired through previous tax sales.

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