Kalamazoo Approves $350,000 for Recovery Housing Project

The new 48-unit development aims to provide stable housing and support services for those overcoming substance use disorders.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:33am

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An abstract, out-of-focus photograph of a residential neighborhood, with blurred houses, trees, and streetlights in warm, soft colors, conveying a sense of community and home.The Kalrecovery project aims to provide a supportive, community-based environment for those in recovery, helping residents rebuild their lives.Kalamazoo Today

The city of Kalamazoo has approved an additional $350,000 in funding for the Kalamazoo Recovery Housing project, or Kalrecovery, bringing the city's total financial support to over $1 million. Kalrecovery will be a 48-unit substance recovery housing development in the Edison neighborhood, featuring one-bedroom apartments, two- and three-bedroom units for families, and on-site services like counseling, medication-assisted treatment, and vocational training.

Why it matters

The Kalrecovery project aims to address a critical need for affordable, supportive housing for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders in the Kalamazoo area. By providing stable housing combined with comprehensive recovery services, the development hopes to give residents the best chance at long-term sobriety and reintegration into the community.

The details

The Kalrecovery development will be located at 333 E. Alcott St. in Kalamazoo's Edison neighborhood and will feature three buildings: a three-story elevator-serviced building with 36 one-bedroom apartments, two-story walk-ups with 12 two- and three-bedroom units for families, and shared amenities like group therapy spaces, counseling offices, walking trails, community gardens, and a play area. Residents will pay no more than 30% of their income in rent, with all utilities included. Over 40 hours of on-site services will be provided weekly, including substance use and mental health counseling, medication-assisted treatment, vocational training, and peer recovery support.

  • In December 2025, the city approved a payment in lieu of taxes agreement for the Kalrecovery project.
  • The construction timeline for the Kalrecovery development has not been announced yet.

The players

Kalamazoo Recovery Housing project (Kalrecovery)

A 48-unit substance recovery housing development being built in Kalamazoo's Edison neighborhood, designed to provide stable, affordable housing combined with on-site recovery services.

Edison Community Partners (ECP)

The real estate development firm coordinating the Kalrecovery project.

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)

Providing project-based vouchers to help make the Kalrecovery housing units affordable for residents.

Integrated Services of Kalamazoo

One of the local partners that will be providing the on-site recovery services at Kalrecovery.

Kalamazoo County

Providing funding support for the Kalrecovery project through the Kalamazoo County Housing Millage and American Rescue Plan.

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What’s next

A construction timeline for the Kalrecovery development has not been announced yet.

The takeaway

The Kalrecovery project represents a significant investment by the city of Kalamazoo to address the critical need for affordable, supportive housing for those recovering from substance use disorders. By combining stable housing with comprehensive on-site services, the development aims to give residents the best chance at long-term sobriety and successful reintegration into the community.