Final Outcome Report Date: 5/30/2019 The Final Outcome Report must be submitted at the same time as the Final FSR by the Grantee. Grant #: HDF-2017-1180-NEP-03 Grant Begin Date: 7/1/2017 Grant End Date:5/31/2019 Grantee: Northern Homes CDC Contact: Jane MacKenzie Phone: 231-582-6244 Email Address: [email protected] Fax: 231-582-6274 Questionnaire Project Results Summary This project improved the playground at Maple Village Apartments, a LIHTC development that was built in 2003-2006. With the grant extension we added a slide to the playground, built a dog park and community gardens. (SAMPLE RESPONSE) As a result of the NEP in Smithvale neighborhood, property values will increase. What indicators were used to measure results? Results were measured through the installation of equipment. Prior to starting the project the residents were surveyed regarding which playground equipment they wanted and what additional projects they would like to see. The residents selected the playground equipment, benches, and dog park and community garden. (SAMPLE RESPONSE) Home sale prices in the neighborhood. How were the indicators measured? All equipment has been purchased and installed. (SAMPLE RESPONSE) Compared the average sale price at the start of the NEP to the average price at the end of 2- 1/2 years. What were the findings of the measurements including baseline data? Old playground equipment was removed and new was installed. (SAMPLE RESPONSE) Average sales price in the beginning was $61,000; at the end was $67,000.