Norman Towers, an affordable housing community in Monroe, MI, features 109 bright and spacious homes offering independent living options for seniors. The historic property was originally constructed in 1918 as a boarding school and later became the only military boarding school in the State of Michigan. The substantial renovations preserved the historic features of the building while incorporating amenities for modern living. Cinnaire Solutions worked with the development team to make the vision for revitalizing the historic landmark a reality. Financing was provided by Cinnaire, MSHDA, the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis (FHLBI), and Insite, a division of Chemical Bank.

Norman Towers recently completed a conservation project to restore the ceiling which had been damaged from a roof leak. The restoration project was led by Ron Koenig, an architectural conservator who specializes in the conservation of historic architectural materials. Click here to read the feature story in The Monroe News.

Michigan Business Network previously reported on the project -The landmark Norman Towers building in March 2019, shortly after it celebrated 100 years in 2018. 

“Norman Towers provides a great opportunity for seniors to live and enjoy Monroe,” said Mayor Robert Clark. “The City of Monroe and the Monroe City Council commend MSHDA, the sisters at IHM, Cinnaire, and project partners for making this project possible.”

“We couldn’t be prouder of this preservation and renovation,” said Sister Margaret Chapman, IHM Sisters. “Norman Towers is now beautiful and affordable choice living for seniors in Monroe. May it continue to welcome new life for many years to come!”