AIA SWM - Building Tour of Mt. Zion – The Legacy Senior Living

This is a new construction project nearing completion in 10/ 2026. It is a 70-unit, 2 building senior living facility in Kalamazoo, MI. Welcome to: BuildingTour of Mt. Zion – The Legacy Senior Living Date: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:00 pm Location: 128 East Frank Street, Kalamamazoo, MI 49007 Project Info: The Mt Zion Senior Living project which is called The Legacy is a new construction project nearing completion in October of 2026. It is a 70 unit, 2 building senior living facility in the historic Northside neighborhood of Kalamazoo, Michigan in a which has been a historically Black and under served population. The North building is seeking to become a PHIUS certified facility, and includes resident amenities such as a community gathering spaces, communal kitchen, and a barber/hair salon along with the 36 units for independent seniors. The South building, which is designed to be a National Green Building – Silver facility, hosts 34 units and includes a temperature controlled “4 season porch”. The site boasts EV charging capabilities, as well as photovoltaic solar panels with onsite battery power on both buildings and the carports. The site is all electric and located near essential services including the Ecumenical Senior Center, the Family Health Center, and public transit. The senior housing project will offer a range of rent for residents earning between 20-80% AMI. Continuing Education Learning Units: 1.5 HSW (Pending Approval), remember to sign the AIA SWM attendance sheet. Personal Protection Equipment: Is not required. Parking: Street parking is allowed on Frank St. and N. Edwards