A partnership announced Monday is working to build affordable housing for a family in Prince Albert, Sask.
This is the second home built through a partnership between Habitat for Humanity Prince Albert and Saskatchewan Polytechnic.
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The two-bedroom bungalow is being constructed by carpentry students at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. The partnership will provide applied education while supporting affordable homeownership options.
Once complete, the home will be moved to 726 17th St. W. It is projected to be ready for occupancy by September 2017.
“They are very excited to become homeowners, and grateful for the help of Habitat and our community.”
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The federal and provincial governments are jointly contributing nearly $56,000 towards the construction of the bungalow.
Adamson said the total cost will likely be in the $150,000 to $160,000 range with the remainder coming from prior builds’ mortgage payments and sales proceeds from ReStore.
She added that homes are sold to Habitat for Humanity families at a fair market value based on an independent appraisal. Each family contributes 500 hours to building their home or other houses for the non-profit organization.
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