On Nov. 10, 2026, Orion Construction joined Renovare Development, Harbor Habitat for Humanity, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and local and state leaders, to cut the ribbon for Mercy Harbor, formerly called “Project T,” a new affordable housing project in Benton Harbor. It is located on the former Mercy Hospital site.
Mercy Harbor includes new two- and three-bedroom homes, with down payment assistance available for qualified buyers. The first phase includes 28 homes in 14 duplexes, along with a pocket park and energy-efficient features.
“Only this time, instead of hospital rooms, there will be living rooms. Instead of patients coming through doors, there will be families coming home,” said Erin Hudson, executive director of Harbor Habitat for Humanity during the ribbon cutting ceremony.
Located on Union and Agard avenues near Pipestone Street, the project focuses on the area’s “Missing Middle” individuals, those families whose earnings are between 60% -120% percent of the area median income (AMI). Project T underscores Harbor Habitat for Humanity’s commitment to building strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter.
Orion Construction is the general contractor for the project.
“Orion is honored to partner with Harbor Habitat for Humanity on this transformative project for Benton Harbor,” said Brad Walsh, President of Orion Construction. “Our team is proud to help deliver high-quality, sustainable housing that will provide lasting benefits for families and strengthen the community for years to come.”
In the Media:
Moody on the Market: Ribbon cutting Tuesday for Mercy Harbor, formerly known as Project T, in Benton Harbor
WNDU: Mercy Harbor welcomes first families at former Mercy Hospital site in Benton Harbor
Herald Palladium: Mercy Harbor makes debut with ribbon cutting in Benton Harbor
MLive: Former Southwest Michigan hospital site to become 77 workforce housing units
