GREENFIELD, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — The mixed-use housing and Franklin Community Coop project at the former Wilson’s building has recently been awarded a combined nearly $4 million from the state’s Community One Stop for Growth program. The project received grants through the Site Readiness Program as well as the Underutilized Properties Program.
Rural Development Inc., Greenfield – $100,000
Rural Development Inc. will use this grant toward due diligence activities of 156-186 Main Street Greenfield redevelopment efforts.
The Community Builders Inc., Greenfield – $848,789
The Community Builders Inc. will use this grant for site preparation work of the Putnam Site, which will support 61 units of affordable housing.
The Community Builders Inc., Greenfield – $2,763,260
The Community Builders Inc. will use this funding towards the structural reinforcement of the Putnam building for affordable housing in a mixed-use building.
Franklin Community Cooperative, Greenfield – $250,000
Franklin Community Cooperative will use this funding towards the structural reinforcement of the Green Fields Market building to expand its flagship grocery store.
