Projects in Shawano, Rhinelander, and Eau Claire aim to address local housing needs and rising workforce demands
MADISON, WI. DEC. 26, 2024 – A new chapter is beginning for a formerly vacant building in Shawano’s downtown.
Heather Pahl, co-owner of Martin Jewelers, 148 S. Main St., is repurposing the building into a renovated space that combines residential and commercial uses. The renovations add character to the historic building, but perhaps more importantly, they address the city’s need for additional housing.
“Employees in Shawano can’t find housing and are living out of town and commuting in,” Pahl said. “In order to bring back that vibrancy downtown, second-story housing is critical.”
As communities across Wisconsin struggle to meet local housing needs, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is providing grants to assist a wide range of projects – from small apartment renovations to large housing developments...
Heather Pahl, co-owner of Martin Jewelers, 148 S. Main St., is repurposing the building into a renovated space that combines residential and commercial uses. The renovations add character to the historic building, but perhaps more importantly, they address the city’s need for additional housing.
“Employees in Shawano can’t find housing and are living out of town and commuting in,” Pahl said. “In order to bring back that vibrancy downtown, second-story housing is critical.”
As communities across Wisconsin struggle to meet local housing needs, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) is providing grants to assist a wide range of projects – from small apartment renovations to large housing developments...
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