The city planning commission will consider the proposal Monday night. Building official John Saari said the development may help ease the city's shortage of affordable housing. The upscale apartments will be in two-story buildings with a view of Lake Cadillac.
Plans are to have individual, outside entrances for all apartments.
They will have fireplaces and some likely will have their own garages or carports, according to Gene Zimpleman, one of the developers. The developers learned that there is a need in Cadillac from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The developers also are building housing projects in South Haven, Grand Haven and Norton Shores. Saari said he has heard from people who would like to move into a more plush apartment, but have difficulty finding one available in Cadillac. Bill Tencza, president of the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce, agreed.