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Commission approves ground‑leased senior affordable housing project at Union Congregational UCC site
Summary
The board approved county action that advances a partnership between Union Congregational UCC and Green Mills Group to develop 104 affordable senior units on church land under a 99‑year ground lease; presenters described the project as permanently preserving church land for senior housing.
Palm Beach County commissioners approved items that move forward a planned senior affordable housing project called “Peace Village,” a 104‑unit development to be built on land owned by Union Congregational United Church of Christ, where the church executed a 99‑year ground lease so the land remains church‑owned in perpetuity.
The board heard brief public comments from project developers and faith leaders before voting. Mitch Rosenstein of Green Mills Group said the firm is partnering with the church to build the 104 affordable units for seniors (age 62 and older) and that the church will retain ownership of the land via the 99‑year ground lease. Reverend Dr. Sheila Harvey, pastor of the church, told commissioners the congregation has chosen to use the property for ministry serving older adults in need.
Why it matters: The project is meant to increase affordable senior housing supply in the county and preserve church property for long‑term community use. The county approved the related agenda items (5C1 a–c) and a separate item to disburse bond interest for related affordable housing actions.
Board action Commissioner Weiss moved approval; Commissioner Flores seconded. The motion to approve the item(s) carried with a recorded vote shown as 5‑0 on the item as presented.
Ending: Staff will proceed with the next administrative steps to finalize agreements and any required ministerial actions; the developer and church representatives said they will remain available for follow‑up questions and permitting work.
