Breaking ground in Brandon tomorrow, Habitat for Humanity and Hillsborough County herald the start of a new affordable housing community. Dubbed Windhorst Commons and located at 205 W. Windhorst Rd., the development will feature 23 homes specifically aimed at aiding those making 80 percent or less of the Area Median Income. It’s a concerted effort to rebuild and fortify in the wake of Hurricane Milton’s destruction.
On the heels of devastation, Michelle Range alongside her family, who is slated to receive one of the homes, stands as testament to resilience. Having lost nearly everything in the hurricane last year, inclusion in the project offers a tangible beacon of hope. Hillsborough County reports that all properties will be fitted with hurricane shutters, anticipating future calamities with cautious optimism.
The project’s financial backbone consists of a substantial county-led funding initreportsiative, with $1.4 million allocated for home construction within Windhorst Commons. An additional $600,000 is earmarked for essential infrastructure, laying the groundwork for a community designed to endure. The celebratory event, commencing at 10 a.m., invites the press to engage in interviews and capture firsthand the stories of those like Range, who are finding a new start…