Affordable Housing

Practical Legal Counsel for Affordable Housing Development

Affordable housing projects require the successful coordination of legal, financial, regulatory, and public-sector stakeholders. MJBennett PLLC advises developers, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, investors, lenders, and housing agencies in structuring affordable housing developments that create long-term community impact while maintaining financial viability.

From acquisition and financing through regulatory compliance and project closing, we help clients navigate the unique legal and business challenges associated with affordable housing development.

Representative Services

  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) transactions

  • Community Land Trust (CLT) developments

  • MSHDA financing

  • HUD-assisted housing programs

  • Layered financing structures

  • Development agreements

  • Public-private partnerships

  • Land banking and property acquisition

  • Long-term affordability restrictions

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Governance and nonprofit advisory services

Affordable Housing Experience

Mark J. Bennett has represented developers, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and community-based organizations in affordable housing and neighborhood revitalization initiatives throughout Michigan.

The firm's experience combines practical development knowledge with legal counsel, allowing clients to structure projects that balance financing requirements, regulatory obligations, and long-term community objectives.

Whether developing workforce housing, permanent supportive housing, mixed-income communities, or innovative ownership models such as Community Land Trusts, MJBennett PLLC provides practical guidance throughout every stage of the development process.

Representative Project Experience

Our affordable housing experience includes:

  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) developments

  • Community Land Trust (CLT) initiatives

  • Mixed-income residential communities

  • Public-private redevelopment projects

  • Neighborhood revitalization

  • Multifamily housing

  • Historic rehabilitation

  • Brownfield redevelopment

  • Municipal housing initiatives

Let's Discuss Your Affordable Housing Project

Whether you are pursuing tax credits, public financing, land assembly, regulatory approvals, or innovative ownership structures, MJBennett PLLC provides practical legal counsel designed to help affordable housing projects move from concept to completion.

Contact MJBennett PLLC today to discuss your project.