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Macon‑Bibb Affordable Housing Fund commits $1.2 million to five‑home project in South Macon
Summary
The Macon‑Bibb Affordable Housing Fund said it is committing $1.2 million to build five for‑sale homes in a South Macon neighborhood, combining land‑banked lots, local builders and community engagement; county and city officials called the work part of broader efforts to combat blight and stabilize neighborhoods.
Natalie Boyette, executive director of the Macon‑Bibb Affordable Housing Fund, announced at a South Macon event that the Fund is committing $1,200,000 to a five‑home development intended for sale to qualified buyers. "This development of 5 homes … represents $1,200,000 of funding committed from the affordable housing fund," Boyette said, adding that most of the money is expected to return to the fund when the homes are sold and be reinvested in future projects.
Boyette described the Fund’s mission as providing flexible financing to support affordable housing development and to prevent shortages across Macon‑Bibb County. She said the Fund currently holds five active loans with local organizations, naming Infill Housing, Habitat for Humanity and Historic Macon as long‑time partners.
"The Land Bank Authority has been an incredible partner, picking up dozens of lots in this area so that we can…
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