Development Services

From Vacant Lot to Finished Home

Urban Community Development LLC supports individual home builds, scattered-site development, neighborhood infill projects, and multi-lot affordable housing initiatives — all on a repeatable model-based foundation.

  1. 01

    Lot Review & Feasibility

    Site visit, zoning, utility, and budget feasibility assessment.

  2. 02

    Design & Model Selection

    Match the lot, neighborhood, and buyer profile to the right home model.

  3. 03

    Budgeting & Construction Planning

    Detailed scope, cost estimates, and project timeline.

  4. 04

    Permitting & Approvals

    Coordinate municipal permits, inspections, and required approvals.

  5. 05

    New Home Construction

    Build to spec with experienced trades and quality oversight.

  6. 06

    Final Walkthrough & Community Placement

    Punch list, walkthrough, and handoff to the family or partner.

Partnership Initiative

The SLED Corporation Housing Initiative

In partnership with SLED Corporation (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit) and the City of Indianapolis Department of Metropolitan Development, Urban Community Development serves as the builder for a scalable affordable housing program leveraging the Vacant to Vibrant Program.

501(c)(3) Project Sponsor

SLED Corporation

Nonprofit mission-driven owner with access to city programs and donated lots; ensures long-term affordability and compliance.

Vacant to Vibrant Program

City of Indianapolis (DMD)

Donates city-owned lots and abandoned properties to qualified developers, reducing project cost by $20K–$40K per home.

Builder

Urban Community Development

Vertical construction and rehab execution. Proven affordable housing models and a scalable labor force for simultaneous builds.

Brokerage & Marketing

The Black Market

Pre-marketing during construction, MLS exposure, and community partnerships to accelerate exit.

Asset Management

TBM Property Management

Long-term rental management, compliance, and operational continuity for refinances.

Donated Land

Vacant lots and abandoned properties contributed by the City — reducing total project cost by $20K–$40K per home.

Scalable Builder Capacity

Multiple homes built simultaneously with controlled cost, schedule, and quality.

Pre-Marketed Exits

Marketing begins during construction to reduce days on market and accelerate sale or refinance.

Investor Outlook

A Practical Affordable Housing Development Opportunity

Investor capital is used strictly for vertical construction and revitalization, secured by first-lien mortgages, with a defined exit through sale or refinance.

Use of Capital
Vertical construction, renovation, site work
Land Cost
$0 (donated via Vacant to Vibrant)
Security
First-lien mortgage + promissory note
Target Return
12% on invested capital
Term
6 months or less
Exit
Property sale or refinance

Erickson Model

1,600 SF · 3BR / 2BA · 1-Story · 2-Car Garage

Construction Cost
$186,700
6-Mo Repayment (12%)
$209,104

Lower price point, fast cycle, first-time buyer focus.

Westbrook Model

1,800 SF · 3BR / 2.5BA · 2-Story

Construction Cost
$215,900
6-Mo Repayment (12%)
$241,808

Family-sized footprint, strong resale and refinance potential.

PeriodHomesCapital RequiredInvestor Profit (12%)
Year 120~$4.0M~$480K
Year 240~$8.0M~$960K
Year 360~$12.0M~$1.44M

Figures are drawn from current SLED Corporation model budgets and pro forma planning. Returns, timelines, and exits are targets — not guarantees. This information is summary only and does not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation to buy any security. Full investor materials are provided to qualified investors upon request.