Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2
National Trust Neighborhood Stabilization Consortium
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is submitting an application (NSP Application No. 479203576) to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for $100 million to be used for the acquisition, financing, and rehabilitation of 1048 abandoned and/or foreclosed units of affordable housing. The National Trust intends to create the National Trust Neighborhood Stabilization Consortium, a partnership of preservation and community development organization, developers, and financial institutions joining forces to stabilize and redevelop historic neighborhoods and properties impacted by the foreclosure and housing crisis.
Pursuant to the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Neighborhood Stabilization Program 2 (Docket No. FR-5321-N-01) under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for the purpose of assisting in the redevelopment of abandoned and foreclosed homes, HUD is making $1.93 billion available by competition to eligible states, units of local government, non-profits, and consortia of non-profits. The deadline for submission is July 17, 2009.
Our Strategy
The National Trust for Historic Preservation provides leadership, education, advocacy, and resources to save America's diverse historic places and revitalize communities.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is a private, nonprofit membership organization dedicated to saving historic places and revitalizing America's communities. The National Trust seeks to provide leadership by employing a variety of preservation-based community development solutions to address the issues of vacancy, abandonment and foreclosure affecting historic districts, neighborhoods, and properties, across the country. Many of these neighborhoods and properties are already transit-oriented and provide an excellent opportunity for the redevelopment of affordable housing that can also be green and energy-efficient.
The National Trust, through its National Trust Neighborhood Stabilization Consortium (NTNSC) will employ a two-fold single-family and multi-family strategy.
Working with local preservation organization and local community development organizations, the NTNSC and its local partners have identified HUD qualified census tracts and neighborhoods that meet HUD's criteria for vacancy and foreclosure. Through local partners, these organizations (listed below) will acquire and rehabilitate vacant or foreclosed single-family homes and convert them to affordable homeownership opportunities. Local organizations are strategically choosing properties that will have an impact in historic neighborhoods and will employ green and energy efficient construction techniques to the maximum extent possible.
National Trust Community Investment Corporation (NTCIC), a for-profit subsidiary, will serve as the lead in coordinating investment and development in key vacant and/or foreclosed multi-family historic properties. NTCIC and the National Trust Neighborhood Stabilization Consortium have identified developers and financial institutions committed to redeveloping difficult to redevelop property and convert anchor buildings to affordable rental housing. The NTCIC will seek investors and assist in the application and syndication of Low Income Housing (LIHTC), New Markets (NMTC), and Historic tax credits while the National Trust Loan Fund, a CDFI, will leverage loans and lines of credit. In addition, the National Trust will leverage $3 million from the Fannie Mae Foundation for the production of affordable housing units.
Several projects with their partners have been identified in qualified census tracts (please see links below). Additionally, NTNSC seeks to target NSP 2 funds to key anchor buildings or signature projects in highly impacted neighborhoods by identifying potential property that meets the following profile:
- NSP Needs Factor Index with an average of 18 and above;
- Vacant or foreclosed property;
- Eligible or registered National Register property or National Register District;
- Nationally-recognized for-profit developers of affordable housing in historic buildings;
- Properties that can use multiple tax credits (LIHTC, NMTC, historic);
- Affordable and mixed-income housing potential;
- Nationally recognized investors.
Our Partners
The National Trust Community Investment Corporation (NTCIC) is the for-profit subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. NTCIC's focus is on projects that have a strong economic revitalization impact on the surrounding community. Its primary business is investing in certified rehabilitation projects that qualify for federal and state historic tax credits and the New Markets Tax Credit, where applicable. NTCIC has been awarded $280 million in New Markets allocations since 2003. NTCIC has placed more than $249 million in 55 properties ranging in total development cost from $500,000 to $105 million and has also pioneered the "twinning" of historic tax credits and New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC's). By providing equity to the rehabilitation of landmark commercial properties, NTCIC helps revitalize downtowns and business districts nationwide. NTCIC will be a key player in providing gap financing and equity for difficult to develop projects.
Founded in 1998 by a group of committed citizens, the mission of Historic Saint Paul (HSP) is to preserve, protect and enhance the historic character of Saint Paul neighborhoods. Historic Saint Paul works in partnership with private owners, community organizations, and public agencies to leverage Saint Paul’s cultural and historic resources as assets in economic development and community building initiatives. The work of HSP is focused on achieving: strong vibrant communities for people of all income levels; a preservation ethic that promotes the maintenance and reuse of existing buildings and neighborhoods; sustainable urban development; and quality future design. Historic residences, commercial buildings, and neighborhood landmarks – including those in distressed neighborhoods – are viewed as assets rather than liabilities. Historic Saint Paul works through four program areas to achieve its mission: neighborhood preservation, advocacy, cultural heritage, and education. HSP and its partner, the Greater Frogtown Community Development Corporation, seek $2 million to acquire and rehabilitate 30 units of affordable housing.
Greater Frogtown Community Development Corporation (GFCDC) was originally created in 1995 to address the large number of vacant lots, vacant houses and community disinvestment that plagued the neighborhood from the late 1960s through the early 1990s. GFCDC works to create and preserve quality affordable housing and economic opportunities in the Frogtown, Capital Heights, Rice Marion and East Midway areas of St. Paul. GFCDC's mission is to take a comprehensive approach to community development by emphasizing affordable housing development for low- to moderate-income residents and leading in economic development and community building activities that will improve the strength of the community and the image of the Frogtown neighborhoods. GFCDC has strategically replaced vacant or distressed homes and empty lots with 52 new housing units and 8 rehabbed housing units. Additionally, 39 homes were developed in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity and 12 housing units were developed through collaboration with Builders Outreach Foundation and other partners. GFCDC's loan programs have also preserved existing affordable housing stock by helping nearly 390 low-income families. GFCDC has helped channel more than $35 million dollars into the Greater Frogtown community since its inception.
Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation
Since its founding in 1964 as a nonprofit historic preservation organization, Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation has become nationally recognized for its pioneering work in restoring historic neighborhoods without dislocating residents and for making historic preservation projects economically viable and self-sufficient. PHLF has developed a diverse portfolio of projects in the neighborhood revitalization, downtown regeneration and economic development, Main Street, neighborhood residential and facade grant programs, adaptive reuse, and real estate development among other areas. A nationally-recognized organization, PHLF has received many awards over the years for its outstanding work and its contributions to the City of Pittsburgh and the region. PHLF seeks $3 million for acquisition and rehabilitation of 43 units of affordable housing.
New Orleans Neighborhood Development Corporation
The New Orleans Neighborhood Development Collaborative (NONDC) is a non-profit community organizing, community planning and development organization, focused on revitalizing the Central City neighborhood. For the last ten years NONDC has concentrated on increasing the production of quality affordable housing and asset-building for low-income families through homeownership. Nationally recognized for its efforts, NONDC partnered with the National Vacant Properties Campaign and proposed changes to the City's code enforcement, tax-adjudicated and blighted process to more efficiently return properties to productive use. To date, NONDC has been a partner in the transformation of at least 25 vacant and decaying properties into quality affordable housing accessible to existing residents of the Central City neighborhood. NONDC and its partners, Operation Comeback, Providence Community Housing, Neighborhood Housing Services, Gulf Coast Housing Partnership, Sustainable Environmental Enterprises, and the Goodwork Network, seek $3.5 million for the acquisition and rehabilitation of 30 properties to convert them to affordable homeownership opportunities.
Eagle Point Enterprises and its affiliates, collectively called The Eagle Point Companies, are dynamic and multifaceted owners, developers, managers and investors in affordable, multifamily housing nationwide. With its expertise, experience, access to capital and relationship with large institutional investors, The Eagle Point Companies are actively involved in various housing-related ventures nationwide. The Eagle Point Companies seek to acquire, rehabilitate, and redevelop 105 rental units of affordable housing in Lewiston and the Hathaway Mill in Waterville, Maine.
Based in New Orleans with offices in St. Louis, Missouri, HRI Properties (HRI) is a full-service real estate development company and a national leader in the adaptive reuse of historic structures. HRI’s mission is to revitalize cities by creating diverse, vibrant and sustainable communities. Founded in 1982 by Edward B. Boettner (1933-2000) and Pres Kabacoff, HRI is dedicated to the pursuit of rebuilding neighborhoods and recreating entire communities. HRI has completed 40 large-scale projects, including 3,631 apartment units, 3,051 hotel rooms, office and retail space, with a total funding value of $1.07 billion. Credited with transforming New Orleans’ Warehouse District into a vibrant community, HRI has earned numerous national awards for its restoration projects and community service. HRI’s work includes projects located in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Houma, New Iberia, Shreveport and Hammond, Louisiana; Fort Worth, Texas; Omaha, Nebraska; and St. Louis, Missouri; Jackson, Meridian, and Gulfport Mississippi; Richmond, Virginia. HRI Properties seeks to acquire, rehabilitate, and redevelop two properties in New Orleans, LA and Meridian, MS for a total of 48 units of affordable rental housing.
Nationally recognized for its achievements in urban development and historic preservation over the last 25 years, The Alexander Company has undertaken the development, finance, design, restoration, construction, and management of over 250 projects, new and historic. The Alexander Company specializes in urban infill, new construction, brownfield revitalization, and historic preservation. The Alexander Company seeks to acquire, rehabilitate, and redevelop 412 rental units of affordable housing in Davenport, Iowa and St. Louis, Missouri.
A Cleveland real estate development and management firm, The Ferchill Group is recognized for the reuse, restoration and expansion of buildings and properties in cities working to renew their image. With more than 25 years of experience, The Ferchill Group has acquired, developed or redeveloped $1.3 billion in real estate assets – including office buildings, full-service and limited-service hotels and residential projects – in Cleveland, Akron, Buffalo, Detroit, New York and Pittsburgh. The Ferchill Group seeks to acquire and rehabilitate the Schulze Baking Company Building in Chicago, Illinois and convert the building to 88 units of affordable housing.
Forest City Enterprises, Inc., a $11.7 billion publicly traded real estate company, is principally engaged in the ownership, development, acquisition and management of commercial and residential real estate throughout the United States. A NYSE-listed real estate company based in Cleveland, Ohio, its portfolio includes interests in retail centers, apartment communities, office buildings and hotels throughout the United States. Established in 1920, Forest City operates under three strategic business units: commercial, residential and land development. Forest City Enterprises seeks to acquire and rehabilitate two properties in New Haven, Connecticut for conversion to 272 affordable rental housing units.
Comment Form
Submitted by MA Hernand at: August 13, 2009
I am writing to endorse of the Schulze Bakery renovation project. Developing a multi use building and renovating the historic property seems like a great way to add vibrancy to the community. Additional rental housing is badly needed and finding ways to attract businesses to the south side of Chicago through a business incubator positively benefits the community. The indoors farmer's market would be an excellent addition to the south side of Chicago. Who wouldn't want to be a part of a project that actually adds value to the day to day lives of those who live in it? Restaurants, office space, farmer's market (love this!) and a way to attract local businesses is the way to do it. I fully support the Schulze Bakery project and hope that the development of this space comes to pass.
Submitted by R'Mel C. at: August 5, 2009
When I was a very small child living on 56th an Perry in 1967, there would be nothing like the smell of coming out the front door and smelling fresh bread baking. If you were on the expressway coming from the north you'd pass the stench of the stockyard first which was over a mile away from the expressway. then you'd hit 55th street and smell the bread baking. My mother said that there were several other small bakeries in the area which lent itself to the powerful fragrant aroma. I'm overjoyed that Shultze will live again; so to speak. The blue and white terracotta was always very beautiful. I'm so glad that this is a south side landmark that didn't get away! Unlike the Palm Tavern.
Submitted by Rhonda McFarland at: August 4, 2009
On behalf of everyone at the Chicago Community Loan Fund, I am writing to support the rehabilitation of the Schulze Baking Company into 88 units of much-needed Chicago affordable rental housing. This project will provide long-lasting benefits to the community by making a great deal of housing affordable to working families and adding to the neighborhood's local business and farming initiatives. Chicago needs more projects just like this one!
Submitted by JDC at: July 21, 2009
The Schulze bakery project in Chicago is a wonderful project, please include it in any benefits obtained through this grant.
Submitted by Why? at: July 16, 2009
Schulze Bakery project is needed in our community. I support any effort to preserve history and neighborhoods and especially this project with its multi-use and out reach to the community.
Submitted by Cara at: July 14, 2009
I enthusiastically support the NTFHP's application for NSP2 funds. By providing financial support for the Schulze Bakery, the Federal Government in partnership with the National Trust and locally based developers will provide hope and optimism to the community and its residents.
Submitted by Pwash_19 at: July 14, 2009
The Schulze Baking Company development, Chicago, IL, will be vital to the community in which it serves. Particularlly the commercial develop and retail offering would greatly benefit the community. I hope to see it come to reality.
Submitted by Lenny at: July 14, 2009
Please support the Schulze Bakery Project. The cummunity would truly benefit from the proposed commerce. This project would solve 2 critical issues in building a strong community; 1. Grocery Store, and 2. Commercial Businesses that will provide a better work environment.
Submitted by tt at: July 13, 2009
Please ...support the redevelopment of the historic Schulze Bakery Building. Let this project serve as the catalyst to help restore and revitalize the Washington Park community.
Submitted by Andre at: July 13, 2009
The Shultz bakery has the potential to be a the gateway and cornerstone of a community that is going through a revolutionary transformation. The impact of this would change the entire dynamic of the neighborhood. it is vital that this project is completed and is successful
Submitted by Ms. H at: July 13, 2009
When the members of a community have a vested interest in community projects the success of that project has a greater chance of succeeding. Our communities need projects that will create jobs and provide affordable housing for residents because we are the ones living in these communities. These are the vehicles needed to stablize debilitating communities and encourage young people to take pride in themselves and their community. I fully support the efforts of this project to economically and socially stabilize this community.
Submitted by Deb at: July 13, 2009
I live in a neighboring community near the Schulze building. Over the years the crime in my community and other communities has increased and become a national media topic. Affordable housing in these communities are extinct especially in the zipcode of the Schulze building. It saddens me that as revitalization occurs in certain neighborhoods only those that have the financial means can live there. Those that don't have the means live in areas of crime and detoriating neighborhoods which becomes an incubator for youth and crime. I support the efforts being made to have the Schulze Bakery building provide affordable housing to that community. The location is in an ideal location. It's conveniently located to public transportation and a main expressway. It's near a historical public park, a major university and is close distance to Lake Michigan. This community is in need of having the Schulze Bakery of being rehabilatated into affordable housing units.
Submitted by J H at: July 13, 2009
As a resident of a south side Chicago neighborhood, it would be great to see the Schulze Building restored. It will help to rebuild and stabilize the community's economy and confidence in property value. This will be an excellent restoration project.
Submitted by Mary at: July 13, 2009
I live about a mile from the Schulze Baking Company Building in Chicago. The building is phenomenal and will be a real neighborhood treasure once rehabbed. The neighborhood desperately needs new business development, housing, and general rehabilitation of dilapidated structures. I'm sure this will be a real catalyst.
Submitted by goodmaab at: July 13, 2009
Parkmerced, SF California is slated for a total-tear-down of the garden apartments, it is essential rental housing in SF, and the tear-down is non-sustainable, the need to rehabilitate the entire community is required. www.tclf.org Marvels of Modernsim, Landscapes @ Risk 2008. (proposal is at www.parkmercedvision.com they promote it as "0-carbon" but the total environmental waste is enormous. The need to make preservation and sustainability synonymous is esential...
Submitted by ELMDC at: July 13, 2009
The rehabilitation of the Schulze Bakery will enhance the community tremendously by serving the needs of new and exising residents. Being located right by the Dan Ryan Expressway and CTA transit this location is great for all of the ventures that have been proposed. The farmers market would be ideal, greatly needed by this on the rise community. We fully support the redevelopment of the Schultze Bakery Building and would love to see this Historic Building known by mostly all Chicagoans serve a great purpose.
Submitted by aw at: July 12, 2009
The Schultze Building was a key business in the black community. During the 1950's, my father owned a small tailor/cleaning operation near the Green Line on 55th Street. I remember walking to my dad's business on 55th and smelling the fresh sweet bread and pastries the bakery would cook throughout the day. The bakery had a discount store where community residents purchased fresh diary products. It also was a huge employer. I believe it fell on hard times during the 80's or 90's and an African American purchased the company, but he could not restore it to profitability. The bakery was a godsend to many low income families during its hey day. It is a very large facility, It takes up a city block. I hope you are successful in your endeavors to use the building for housing. Its within 10 minutes walking distance of Washington Park, and a half block from the Dan Ryan and the Red Line, and is served by the CTA. This is an excellent location for housing.
Submitted by Lake Park resident at: July 12, 2009
As a Lake Park resident for thirty years it always hurt my heart to drive out of lake park heading to the Dan Ryan Expressway and witness the despair of the Schulze Bakery building. I am in complete support of the development of the building to provide jobs and revitalize the community.
Submitted by ACA at: July 11, 2009
ACA My family and our community of professionals, educators and believers support the efforts for the Shulze Baking Company development. What’s more we are dedicated to continuing this support with our financial, social and political capital. We know that the success of this project will be an important part of the economic and social resurrection of an area that currently lacks vitality but certainly not potential.
Submitted by csm at: July 11, 2009
The Schulze Bakery Company restoration provides an opportunity for the old to embrace the new and thereby change a community. The concept for housing and community services in a historic setting is artistic and realistic in a space that lacks color and beauty today. I do hope it happens. This project fills the need for housing and preservation. The two belong together.
Submitted by Bubba at: July 11, 2009
Please help preserve the Schulze Bakery Company building in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago. The people who are currently working to rehab the buidling have the best interests of the community at heart and will preserve the character of the original building while serving the needs of the surrounding area. We need this project!
Submitted by tricia at: July 10, 2009
My family and I support the re-development of Shulze Baking Company, it was visted by us frequently when my father was alive and I hope to see it make a difference in many other lives. P. Watkins
Submitted by LS at: July 10, 2009
It is my pleasure to write in support of the Shulze Baking Company project, which is designed to preserve a wonderful historic building and bring much needed jobs and economic development to Chicago. It is a well-developed and important project for the Washington Park neighborhood and a great example of how historic resources can be a spur for community change.
Submitted by Shannon at: July 10, 2009
Schulze Bakery project is a wonderful project for the upbringing of a historic landmark. With the location 5 blocks from the proposed Olympic Stadium if when Chicago is awarded the Olympics for the 2016 Olympic Games and is also a less than a mile from the University of Chicago, and President Obama's Chicago home, it would help restore not only the value and beauty of the neighborhood, but the city itself. More housing and shoppping areas to this area will be an added asset to it's surroundings.
Submitted by SBCBR at: July 10, 2009
I support the Schulze Bakery redevelopment! Revitalizing the neighborhood, bringing jobs to the community, awesome rentals, saving a historical site.. Here! Here! FANTASTIC! I love that the community can see this vision and is ready to be even more involved. Thank you for allowing our comments on supporting the Schulze Bakery project in our neighborhood.
Submitted by swtpotato at: July 10, 2009
The Schulze Bakery project is definetely needed in this community and is well over due! I'm proud to see that our residents welcome this revitalization for the community and with this one, more will come! Let's welcome this positive change. I thank you 55th & State Redevelopment/The Ferchill Group for seeing this vision and bringing it life!
Submitted by D. Cheatham at: July 10, 2009
The Schulze Bakery project is definitely needed in the Chicago land area for many reasons. One to continue the revitalization effort in the area, two to brings jobs and opportunity to the neighborhood and three to provide housing for the not only the community but to The University of Chicago as well. It is a win win for everyone!
Submitted by D. Howes at: July 10, 2009
The Schulze Bakery project is something that will enhance Chicago emmencely. I am in full support of this project. It will provide many opportunities for the community such as jobs and improved economic stability. I look forward to seeing such improvements in the community.
Submitted by Dreams Come True at: July 10, 2009
The Ferchill Group's Schultz Bakery project will be the exact anchor the community needs. I understand from an economic standpoint this can work miracles; however, from a social issue the community benefits exponetially too. Please approve the application so everybody wins!!!
Submitted by morgangue at: July 10, 2009
I remember the smell of bread from Schulze Bakery wafting in the air down near my grandfather's house on LaSalle Street. I remember sopping Alaga syrup with their Butternut bread. The plan to redevelop the site would hugely affect the surrounding community in a very positive way. Housing, jobs, a project that is emerging directly from the community by people in the community. We need it and Our Black Ancestry totally supports it.
Submitted by Steve M at: July 10, 2009
The Schulze Bakery project would be a desperately needed boost to this historic neighborhood.
Submitted by WPCC at: July 10, 2009
As the President and CEO of the Washington Park Chamber of Commerce. I give my full support of Schulze Bakery being being revitalized. It will become a vibrant part of the community. The people of the community deserve change and expect it.
Submitted by Olympic Dreaming at: July 9, 2009
I can imagine it now...Summer 2016...walking out of my loft apartment at the historic Schulze Bakery Building, down Garfield Boulevard, where I stop at a local coffee shop for a latte, then stroll over to the Stadium to watch the US capture the Gold! The bright white terra cotta of the bakery gleaming in the setting sun, and a cool lake breeze at my back.
Submitted by LEK at: July 9, 2009
The Ferchill Group's Schultze Baker project creates a much needed community anchor to provide residential, retail and commerical facilities. This redevelopment of this site provides catalyst for adjacent development, becomes the centerpiece for Garfield Boulevard and the surrounding area, as well a source of revenue generation, job creation and business development. The restoration of this terra cotta building can become the motivation and model for others to do so.
Submitted by Paula Robinson at: July 9, 2009
The Black Metropolis National Heritage Area Commission is proud to support the Redevelopment efforts of the Schultze Baking Company Building in Chicago. It will be a great model for adaptive re-use of a historic site that features mixed-use and Transit Oriented Development at its best. As we salute the Daniel Burnham and his Boulevard System this property is a signature property on Garfield Boulevard. The restoration efforts have already inspired the Bronzeville Community Development Planning & Design Center to began a campaign for the restoration White Terra Cotta Buildings within Chicago's Southside. The Schulze Building being the grandest.
Submitted by Heather at: July 9, 2009
I urge HUD's support of the National Trust's application for program funding. The rehabilitation of the targeted properties is important to every city and state in which they are located. Schulze Bakery in Chicago is an excellent example of an vacant anchor building in the Washington Park neighborhood that, if rehabilitated, would be a catalyst for revitalization of the entire area. It occupies an entire city block - filling that block with people, residences and businesses is a proven revitalization model. It would be money well-spent, which is far more than can be said of a lot of the other stimulus dollars. Good luck to the National Trust.
Submitted by RTB at: July 9, 2009
It is exciting to see the National Trust taking the lead in this project. I can't think of a better way to spend stimulus dollars, since this investment will produce jobs as well as housing in historic buildings. Experience shows that this kind of revitalization improves the entire neighborhood.
Submitted by Elissa at: July 9, 2009
I'm thrilled at the prospect of the Trust revitalizing old mills in Maine, and hope the project can become a prototype for mills across the rust belt and New England's former manufacturing towns. Kudos to the Trust for preserving the old in a time when there is such emphasis on new urbanism!
Submitted by Rahsaan at: July 8, 2009
Having grown up less than 10 blocks from the Schulze Bakery, it would be tremendous to have such an historic property be the center point for the economic redevelopment of that area. Its location, history and need all support how this project can have a multiplicative effect on the community.
Submitted by LMH at: July 8, 2009
The Schultze Bakery will revitalize the Washington Park neighborhood of it's rich history and distinct character. As a resident of this community, it will be nice to have some convenient businesses "next door". I support this project because it can provide some residents in the neighborhood jobs.
Submitted by leslie at: July 8, 2009
I support the the Schulze Bakery project, it would be a wonderful enhancement to Chicago and the neighborhood.
Submitted by tru at: July 8, 2009
Submitted by tru at: July 8, 2009 Schulze Bakery. I participated in a neighborhood cleanup about a month ago spearheaded by the developers for the Bakery. I was impressed by their committment to the neighborhood and wowed by the beauty of the building. I support!
Submitted by gwsn at: July 8, 2009
Schulze Baery. I support! Revitalize this historic neighborhood. What a greeting to visitors as they enter from the west, Dan Ryan Expressway, the Metro and CTA. What a bbom for the neighborhood and commercial district. I support!
Submitted by abc at: July 8, 2009
Schulze Baking Company & the Ferchill Group. The Bakery has the potential to be the anchor of all new development in this historic neighborhood. The CTA el station is just to the eat of the Bakery... it is the original site of the Columbian Exposition railway. What a beautiful boulevard. We suppor this!
Submitted by trs at: July 8, 2009
Schulze Baking Comany & The Ferchill Group. I support this. Garfield Boulevard has been the grand boulevard of the southside going back to the great migration to the north from the south. The "Butternut" Bakery has always been a wonderful landmark and still is. To now have the opportunity to bring it to life again is exciting and the right thing to do.
Submitted by psn at: July 8, 2009
Schulze Baking Company & the Ferchill Group. Yes! I grew up in this neighborhood and smelled the baking of fresh bread everyday. This building is beautiful inside and out and the Palace of the Southside of Chicago. Yes! Let's do it!
Submitted by Digital at: July 8, 2009
Expressing my support specifically for the Schulze Bakery project. As a resident of Chicago's South Side, this huge facility that takes up a full city block would be a boon to economic and residential needs faced by this community.
Submitted by Jahad at: July 8, 2009
The Schulze Bakery sounds like an excellent project!! I lokk forward to seeing it in the neighborhood!
Submitted by Jazmyne at: July 8, 2009
I could not be in more support of the Schulze Bakery project! I know that it would be very well received in our neighborhood!! We certainly need this type of change!!
Submitted by Lesley at: July 8, 2009
What a wonderful contribution to the Washington Park neighborhood the Schulze Bakery would be!!
Submitted by Nicole at: July 8, 2009
I would LOVE to see the Schiulze Bakery project develop into all it has planned. I live in the neighborhood and I know this project would be a tremendous asset to our community. The project is impressive to say the least!
Submitted by cardyn39 at: July 8, 2009
Will these funds be available for Texas properties too? We have many historic gems in our small community and owners/non-profit corporations are struggling with maintaining the properties. The restoration of those historic sights is beyond their means. I believe it would be a wonderful program if it is available to EVERYONE, not just the large cities, and not just in the North.
Submitted by Arron Fulbright at: July 8, 2009
The renovation of The Schulze Baking Company Building will turn a hidden Gem back into a viable vehicle for families, the community, and educational growth while keeping the environment in mind with all of the sustainable plans for the renovation and there after. THIS PROJECT IS A MUST FOR THIS COMMUNITY AND IT NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT!
Submitted by Christine at: July 8, 2009
I support the Schulze Bakery project b/c it will help the affected Chicago neighborhoods greatly.
Submitted by krashid08 at: July 8, 2009
The Schulze Bakery is a dynamic project that will have a positive impact within Washington Park community. I am a strong advocate of the project's benefits to the community. But for the support of local agencies, the benefits of this project on the Washington Park community may not be realized.
Submitted by Dominic at: July 8, 2009
The Schulze Bakery project should be a high priority. It encompasses all of the best that the preservation movement can accomplish. Social benefit to provide much-needed facilities to a forgotten piece of Chicago, preservation and economic use of a magnificent piece of architecture, and a start to the return to glory of one of the once finest boulevards in Chicago's Emerald Necklace. This project needs to happen.
Submitted by SEH at: July 8, 2009
I am a big supporter of the Schulze Bakery revitalization project. It wil attract alot of public interest for the Olympics as well as bring others to the which will support all business in the area to Chicago's South Side.
Submitted by writing lady59 at: July 8, 2009
I want to know if these funds also cover properties in other states? AR and MS for example? A non-profit owns a property that was listed as a historic site, but needs extensive renovation. It woould greatly help in revitalization of the community. How can you help?
Submitted by RAW at: July 7, 2009
Revitilizing Schulze Bakery is critical in helping to stabilize the community where the history is rich and the potential great. The project will provide necessary housing access to residents in need of affordable housing and deserve options.
Submitted by Mell Monroe at: July 7, 2009
As President of the Grand Blvd neighborhood in Chicago- BARCC- www.thebarcc.org, myself and our board members including 2000+ community participants fully support the Shutze Bakery project for affordable housing rentals.
Submitted by Jon at: July 7, 2009
The Schulze Bakery restoration would be an excellent way to transform a past neighborhood landmark into a future focal point for a revitalized Washington Park. The area has been overlooked by economic growth of the past 30 years, and this project would be a catalyst for additional private investment in the neighborhood.
Submitted by Badia at: July 7, 2009
The restoration and rehabilitation of the Schulze Bakery building in the Washington Park neighborhood could be the biggest and most needed transformation to take place in this community in the past five decades. Located immediately west of the Hyde Park area (home to University of Chicago and President Barack Obama), Washington Park has, for too long, been marginalized and deemed irrelevant. The proposed development would breathe new life into this community and function as a source of pride, stability, and opportunity for its residents.
Submitted by L.Rosul at: July 7, 2009
What a great way to help revitalize the South Side of Chicago and celebrate its historic heritage. This is a great opportunity to create change and promote growth in the area. The Schulze Bakery building would be perfect for mixed use occupancy. I am in full support of this project.
Submitted by Igweta at: July 7, 2009
This project will not only help revitalize the WP neighborhood with a business incubator, farmers market etc but also help restore the monument that is the Schulze Bakery building.
Submitted by JAB at: July 7, 2009
I am a big supporter of the Schulze Bakery revitalization project. It will be a great and positive addition to Chicago's South Side.
Submitted by E. Balla at: July 7, 2009
I am truly looking forward to seeing the Schulze Bakery project coming to fruition. The neighborhood and the city can all stand to see this revival.
Submitted by Nikki B. at: July 7, 2009
I drive by Schulze Bakery on a daily basis, and I imagine something better for the area, something that will lift spirits and give hope to the residents in the area. A change in environment can change the way residents view themselves and the area.
Submitted by Alexander Polichuk, A.I.A. at: July 7, 2009
I am in a full support of the project. The Schulze Bakery complex would be an anchor project in the Washington Park community. Revitalization of this beatifull landmark building would drasticly improve the neighborhood and will provide new short and long-term jobs and opprtunities.
Submitted by J.Williams at: July 7, 2009
The area around Schulze Bakery is in dire need of a project of this magnitude. This will help in numerous and far reaching ways and it's a project that doesn't typically get done on the south side of the city. It would be great to see this come to completion.
Submitted by KHJ at: July 7, 2009
This contingency would be most suited for The Schultze Bakery Project as it would begin the much needed economic recovery for the community while subsequently invoking a new vitality in it's people. I'm in full support of this initiative!
Submitted by jjw at: July 7, 2009
The Schultze Bakery Project sounds like a perfect candidate for Neighborhood Stabilization funds. Redeveloping an historic building in this location for mixed-use is just what the area needs. And with the Olympics coming, it would be a great show-piece for Chicago!
Submitted by M.Brock at: July 7, 2009
I am extremely excited about the vast array of possibilities that such a project will bring to this area. It's completion will create a new cornerstone in the community while creating much needed job opportunities for area residents. I'm sold on the vision set forth by this project.
Submitted by pp at: July 7, 2009
The Schulze Bakery Project is something that would reinvigorate that neighborhood in so many ways. The building is an icon in the community - seeing it modernized, redeveloped, and returned to its proper status in the community would be a great thing.
Submitted by Rajesh K at: July 6, 2009
This is a fine set of projects, but I do think that Chicago stands up above the others. The Ferchill plan seems more likely to make a lasting impact in the neighborhood both by the project itself and by affecting local areas. There's a greater chance to move the needle int he neighborhood in and around the SBC building.
Submitted by Paula at: July 6, 2009
As an attorney, and civil rights activist, I fully support the Schulze Bakery Project. The project is designed by people who are truly visionary in seeing a project that will have a huge impact on the surrounding neighborhood, create much needed jobs, and provide a revitalized business district.
Submitted by Chicago Hope at: July 6, 2009
I am in full support of the Schulze Bakery Project. Born and raised in Chicago, I have seen the city change and grow. We need this opportunity in our communty! This project will provide jobs, housing, and improved economic status to the people of Chicago. When people hear about this project the feel hopeful about the future!!!
Submitted by Historic Preservation Please! at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze project could benefit greatly from stimulus funds...but what will happen to the building if stimulus funds are not received? Does the National Trust for Historic Preservation have any resources available to help this project in the event stimulus funds are not granted for the project? A few years ago there was a program to save historic resources, including an art center in Bronzeville- maybe we can do the same here!
Submitted by Steph at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Bakery Project will enable job creation to a community in need. With an opportunity to host the 2016 Olympics the development will provide plenty of opportunities to a community desperate for hope. I am in complete support of the National Trusts’ Application for the Schulze Bakery Project. In addition, by providing affordable houses, an indoor farmers market, as well as office space and restaurants the project will increase property values providing more revenue for the city of Chicago. In my opinion it is crucial to approve the project for further funding in order to continue the mission and mandate of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Submitted by Mrs. Thomas at: July 6, 2009
I have been a resident of the Washington Park area for 25 years. The development of the Schulze Bakery project will finally be the driver to restoring the community I love and adore. The Ferchill Group is the best candidate to restoring this historic community back to the roots in which it was started.
Submitted by MJ at: July 6, 2009
I am in full support of the The Ferchill Group's National Trust's Application for the Schulze Baking Company. It is imperative this area is developed and this group is the ideal choice.
Submitted by SBH at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Baking Company Building is in need of a local developer that understands the value of revitalizing the area. This area has been deprived of development and the development of the Schulze building will ignite other developers to step-up too.
Submitted by TNT at: July 6, 2009
I support the application of The National Trust for Historic Preservation to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for NSP2 without reservation. The Schulze Baking Company Building site encompasses an entire block in the Washington Park neighborhood of Chicago, IL. The redevelopment of this historic structure will not only create both temporary (construction) and permanent jobs, it will also provide much needed transit oriented, quality affordable housing in an area that has experienced years, if not decades, of disinvestment. Additionally, the development of a year round indoor farmer's market will address the area's designation as a "food desert" by providing the resident's of Washington Park high quality nutritional food options year round. Lastly, because of its scale and prime location at the intersection of major north/south and east/west thoroughfares, the development will anchor the community and act as a catalyst for the continued redevelopment of Washington Park and it adjoining neighborhoods. Accordingly, I can think of no better way to utilize federal stimulus funds than by supporting this development and I commend the National Trust for Historic Preservation for having the vision to include this development and its team as a part of the National Trust Neighborhood Stabilization Consortium.
Submitted by ktgsmokey at: July 6, 2009
I applaud and fully support the Trust's proposal regarding the historic Schulze Bakery in Chicago. It represents not merely an historic architectural restoration, but the restoration aspirations of a critical inner city neighborhood, and is a powerful opportunity to create jobs, housing, retail and urban stimulus with long-term benefits.
Submitted by Jess at: July 6, 2009
I support the development of Schulze Bakery Building in the Washington Park.
Submitted by Joshua Schwartz at: July 6, 2009
I am writing in support of the proposal submitted by The Ferchill Group to redevelop the Shulze Bakery on the South Side of Chicago. The Shulze Bakery is beautiful and historic property right on Garfield Blvd. It is also located in a blighted neighborhood desperately in need to help to right itself. I can think of no better use of federal dollars then for community based redevelopment projects like this one. Thank you.
Submitted by Pam at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Baking Co. building rehab is a great use of Neighborhood Stabilization funds - restores a beautiful old building, significantly enhances the neighborhood, and provides needed housing & jobs. I strongly support this project.
Submitted by Taya at: July 6, 2009
I emphatically support the Schulze Bakery revitalization project. I believe that it will provide an anchor to a community. This project will serve as a catalyst to the neighborhood, with or without the 2016 olympics. The indoor farmers' market will give local residents access to fresh fruits and vegetables, which are certainly lacking in neighborhood grocery stores.
Submitted by jes at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Bakery Project is a great revitalization project for the city and the local area. This is an architecturally significant historic building and I commend this group for finding a secondary use that will enable it to continue to thrive.
Submitted by Beasley Academic Center Alumni at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Bakery building in Chicago, IL is truly a landmark building and the surrounding community badly needs a beacon of light in a community that has been devastated by resident displacement. I attended grammar school 3 blocks north of the Shultz bakery and I can remember going to the bread store for an after school snack. I think the location is such a bridge and gateway between U of C and the surrounding community. It would be exciting to see these two worlds converge and share at a farmers market that is rumored to be coming at the Shultz building. Best Wishes
Submitted by EMJ at: July 6, 2009
I passionately support the National Trust's Application for the Schulze Bakery Project and believe it will be a wonderful asset to a community that is currently underdeveloped. The swift development of this project will really breathe new life into the community. It will be a beautiful structure and an anchor for revitalization in the neighborhood. Good luck on the approval!
Submitted by Karl at: July 6, 2009
The Schulze Bakery building is a key landmark in a critical neighborhood. Redevelopment would transform the building as well as the surrounding community. I am in full support of the application.
Submitted by eclectic resources at: July 6, 2009
I grew up two and a half blocks from the Schultz Bakery. We always loved when the breeze blew in from the west carrying the sweet smell of bread and sweets baking. We were also impressed by the sheer beauty and size of the plant. Such care to design a functional building with beutiful tiles and designs to rival any other of its period. It deserves to be preserved for future (much needed) housing and for the design and historical significance.
Submitted by Supportive Northsider at: July 6, 2009
I wholeheartedly support the Schulze Bakery Project in Chicago, IL. The benefits to the local community are numerous and REQUIRED to recharge the momentum of growth in the area. It's the perfect anchor to spawn many more projects of the like to maintain the historic integrity of the Bronzeville community while introducing new diversity and commerce to the area. This would be an absolute home run for Chicago!
Submitted by Vicki at: July 6, 2009
I support the Schulze Baking Company project in Chicago. This wonderful terra cotta structure is one of the few remnants of a once vibrant neighborhood, and with redevelopment may be the catalyst for its rebirth.
Submitted by JK at: July 6, 2009
I beleive the Schulze Bakery Project will help revitalize the area by providing housing and other resources desparately needed in this community. This project is being developed by some very worthy individuals who continue to give back to their community. As the high school principal of one of the developers I take great pride in sharing my comments because I know this project was not developed for financial reasons. It was developed to serve its community and as an expression of giving back. I hope this organization will give the necessary funds to continue with this project.
Submitted by KS at: July 6, 2009
I am writing to express my support of the National Trusts' application for the Neighborhood Stabilizaton Program. In particular I support the work being done in Chicago at the historic Schulze Bakery, as it will help to stimulate growth in this under-developed neighborhood.
Submitted by Long Time Washington Park Resident at: July 6, 2009
I am fully supportive and hopeful that this project will come in to fruition Not only will this project help revitalize the historic neighborhood---but also re-instill a sense of neighborhood pride in its residents and residents of Chicago as a whole.
Submitted by J Brown at: July 6, 2009
I would like enthusiastically add my support for the NTHP and specifically the Shultze Bakery project. I will play an integral part in helping revitalize Washington Park. I firmly believe this project will serve as a economic and social hub for the neighborhood.
Submitted by Rahman Irvin at: July 6, 2009
As a resident of Bronzeville and a recent graduate of The University of Chicago, I fully support the effort to redevelop and revitalize the Schulze Bakery and its surrounding area because of its ability to drive economic stabilization for the neighborhood, inspire continued development, and set a new standard for how the private sector and the NTHP can create lasting change. The Schulze Bakery is an amazing architectural sight to behold and has significant historical meaning to the can-do spirit of American industry, as the Schulze Baking Company renewed America's faith in the US food industry after the meat and food packing scandals of the 1900's. Nothing could be more fitting for America than to have the Schulze Baking Company building be, once more, used as a beacon of light that renews Americans' faith in the strength of our country and our ability to create thriving Mecca from simple sticks and bricks. I look forward to NTHP working with The Ferchill Group and its development partners and the Bronzeville Community to fulfill the NTHP motto of "helping people protect, enhance and enjoy the places that matter to us".
Submitted by W Walker at: July 6, 2009
I would like to strongly voice my support for the Schulze Bakery project currently under review by the Ferchill Group. I believe this project would be of great economic impact for the citizens in the area and could start a revival of the surrounding area. This area has historically been under developed and under represented in economic development.