In partnership with Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri offering affordable housing options for Veterans and their families
Mountaintop Homes is a new construction community in Mt. Vernon, Missouri, under development by O’Reilly Development Company and in partnership with Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri (CCSOMO). Aptly named, the development pays homage to the town and the 11.4 acres on which it sits north of Highway I-44 and adjacent to the Missouri Veterans Commission. The goal of this community is to provide a means to a better life through safe, affordable, and inclusive housing. Mixed-Income families and Homeless/at-risk Veterans alike will prosper in a diverse and inclusive environment fostered by CCSOMO with access to their extensive resources and community connections.
Development Characteristics
Mountaintop Homes utilizes both Mixed-Income and Income-Targeting strategies to provide a truly diverse and integrated community. It consists of forty-two (42) residential townhomes for rent with a mix of two- and three-bedroom units. Eight (8) units will be set aside for Veterans and their families who are at risk of homelessness. The set aside units include five (5) two bedroom/1 bath units and three (3) three bedroom/2.5 bath units. The community’s funding comprises both Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and State LIHTC support for thirty-four (34) designated affordable housing units.
The Mountaintop Homes development will construct three (3) residential buildings and one (1) office/community building totaling 42,808 square footage. The residential buildings will be designed in a two-level townhouse model with a modern aesthetic nestled among the office/clubhouse and community space/playground to provide a purposeful, community focused space. All units will be similar in design and amenities. Unit amenities include fully equipped kitchens, ceiling fans, large closets, washer/dryer equipment, and either wood or wood vinyl laminate flooring throughout. Residents will be responsible for electricity, and the property will cover water, sewer, gas, and trash.
Mountaintop Homes is purpose driven. Housing that is impactful to the broader community and vulnerable individuals involves more than just physical structures. Quality housing provides a central place for a person to be connected within their community and fosters a sense of belonging. Mountaintop Homes will offer a variety of supportive services to residents at all income levels and has a robust and specific strategy to aid Veterans and families who are homeless or are at risk of homelessness. They will receive targeted assistance to develop the skills needed to fully engage in their lives and contribute to the greater community.
Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri will provide an on-site Housing Resource Coordinator who will work to identify needed resources for clients, as well as needed programming that will educate and encourage all the residents on a path out of poverty. Supportive services and case management will be provided to assist extremely low-income clients in developing a Housing Stability Plan and goals for self-sufficiency. The Housing Resource Coordinator will provide clients access to housing stability case management, rental and financial assistance, and supportive services, including aid in attaining mainstream benefits, employment opportunities, and community resources to achieve stability in housing.
An on-site Housing Resource Coordinator will break down many of the barriers that research shows keep low-income families from accessing needed resources and services. Examples of barriers include transportation, childcare, access to mental health services, and lack of trust.
Mountaintop Homes is Green. The project will meet the requirements of the NAHB National Green Building Standard. The green practices include lot design, preparation, and land development; resource, energy, and water efficiency; indoor environmental quality; and operation, maintenance, and building and owner education.
CONTACT MOUNTAINTOP HOMES
1516 South McCanse
Mt. Vernon, MO 65712
Phone | 636-527-2003 (HRM Services LLC)
Managed By | HRM Services LLC
