Building Boom!

A few years ago, the kids wanted a pool so we became social members up at Birchwood. The pool was fun, but the price went beyond where it made sense. But we have stayed on the email newsletter list. The other day something caught my eye and made me chuckle.

While we in Harbor Springs are struggling (like so many communities) with the issues of rising home costs and short-term rentals combining to push working folks out of town, Birchwood is announcing a "Building Boom." The home prices aren't particularly affordable to most, but 40 new homes means 40 new neighbors. Overall, that is great!

I often misunderstand irony. But I think given the interest a few very vocal residents of Birchwood have had on our zoning (and about every other city policy) it may very well be ironic that developers will unleash a "building boom" on their neighborhood, while they argue for restricting growth in Harbor Springs.

If you have questions or comments, I am sure there will be an upcoming series of Town Halls and Open Houses, likely broadcast on an impeccably run Zoom connection, where you too can help shape the exciting and booming future of Birchwood!

(Okay, this was meant to be a bit tongue-in-cheek and poke a little fun. No offense is intended to the good folks of Birchwood. It is a great place to live and some lovely people call it home. Best of luck to our neighbors!)