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Bradford Today
By the People, for the People
Affordable Homes Coming to Bradford Pool Site
Developer gets green light to build 20 new units on former parking lot.
Apr. 9, 2026 at 4:40pm
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A new affordable housing development will transform an underutilized public space in Bradford, bringing much-needed residential options to the city.Bradford TodayThe city of Bradford has approved a plan by Breck Homes to construct 20 new affordable housing units on the site of a former swimming pool parking lot. The development will transform an underutilized space next to the Bowling Pool into much-needed residential properties.
Why it matters
Bradford has struggled with a shortage of affordable housing options, especially in the city center. This new project aims to address that need by repurposing an existing public space into new homes that will be accessible to lower-income residents.
The details
Breck Homes, a local real estate developer, received approval from Bradford officials to build 20 new affordable housing units on the site of the former Bowling Pool parking lot. The vacant lot will be transformed into a multi-unit residential complex featuring a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom apartments.
- The Bowling Pool closed in 2023 after decades of operation.
- Breck Homes submitted their development proposal in late 2025.
- City council voted to approve the project in April 2026.
The players
Breck Homes
A local real estate development company based in Bradford that specializes in affordable and mixed-income housing projects.
Bowling Pool
A public swimming pool facility that operated in Bradford for over 50 years before closing in 2023 due to budget constraints.
What’s next
Construction on the new affordable housing units is expected to begin in the summer of 2026, with an anticipated completion date in early 2027.
The takeaway
This project represents an innovative approach to addressing Bradford's affordable housing crisis by repurposing underutilized public land into much-needed residential units. It demonstrates the city's commitment to providing more equitable access to housing for lower-income families.
