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Housing Commission Overview

Sherry Necelis Director Allen Terrace/Housing 401 High St. Northville, MI 48167 Phone: 248-349-8030 Fax: 248-349-0259

The City of Northville Housing Commission was created by Northville City Council ordinance in 1970. The role of the Housing Commission is to set policy and provide guidance for the management of Allen Terrace. Allen Terrace is an apartment community for independent senior citizens aged 55 and over.

Allen Terrace, built in 1978, has 98 one-bedroom apartments and 2 two-bedroom apartments. No local, state, or federal funds support Allen Terrace. All operating, maintenance, and debt service expenses are covered by resident rents. Allen Terrace rents remain below market rate and include heat, electricity, and water and Wi-Fi Internet access. Building Authority Bonds financed the construction of Allen Terrace.

The Housing Commission consists of a five-member board appointed by the Mayor. Housing Commission staff includes the Housing Director, Maintenance Manager, Administrative Assistant, and on-call maintenance assistants. The Housing Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at Allen Terrace.

Section 8 Rental Assistance

The Northville Housing Commission DOES NOT administer the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program.  Read more about Section 8 here. 

 Mission Statement

To provide housing and related services in an efficient and professional manner with compassion and fairness.