In partnership with Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri, offering affordable housing options for Veterans and their families
Mountaintop Homes is a newly constructed community in Mt. Vernon, Missouri, developed by O’Reilly Development Company 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 Interstate 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 can 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 are 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 constructed three (3) residential buildings and one (1) office/community building, totaling 42,808 square feet. The residential buildings are 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 are 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 are responsible for electricity, while the property covers water, sewer, gas, and trash services.
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 offers 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 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 provides an on-site Housing Resource Coordinator who works to identify the necessary resources for clients, as well as programming that educates and encourages all residents on a path out of poverty. Supportive services and case management is provided to assist extremely low-income clients in developing a Housing Stability Plan and goals for self-sufficiency. The Housing Resource Coordinator provides clients with access to housing stability case management, rental and financial assistance, and supportive services, including aid in accessing mainstream benefits, employment opportunities, and community resources to achieve housing stability.
An on-site Housing Resource Coordinator breaks down many of the barriers research shows that 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 meets 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 | 417-316-9269
Website | Mountaintop Homes
Managed By | HRM Services LLC
