JACKSON, MI – The city of Jackson acquired several foreclosed properties for future development.

In their Tuesday, May 27 meeting, the Jackson City Council voted unanimously to accept the 19 parcels through the Jackson County Treasurer. The city envisions these as suitable sites for the 100 Homes Program, according to a memo to city council.

On April 1, the Jackson County Treasurer foreclosed on 41 parcels within the city of Jackson for non-payment of 2022 and prior property taxes. The state of Michigan has first right of refusal for the properties, which the state declined, allowing the city to consider the parcels before tax auctions, according to the memo.

Jackson’s Department of Community Development determined that these parcels were desirable for development, especially for the ci

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