Bennington’s Haven development delayed by utility work

BENNINGTON, Neb. (KMTV) — A new mixed-use development in downtown Bennington is stalled while waiting on Cox Communications to relocate a power line.

  • The project, called The Haven at Bennington, will include two floors of commercial space, one floor of apartments and a lower level for parking.
  • Construction was originally scheduled to begin last June, but an early obstacle pushed things back.
  • “I was surprised when they said they was going to put a four story building in Bennington, which the highest one is maybe two. But other than that, I welcome the new business,” said one neighbor.

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:

Downtown Bennington is getting a new development project, but after a year of setbacks, its future timeline remains uncertain.

Longtime resident Ed Menard, who has lived in the area for more than 40 years, said the neighborhood is starting to show signs of new life…

Story continues

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS