Named after a pioneer physician in the Charlevoix County area, Conkle Development consists of twenty-six rental homes. The purpose of this program is to provide affordable rental housing to qualified, applicants who are a family as defined by HUD and low-income families to enable them to achieve economic independence and self-sufficiency. All homes are located within Boyne City.
Family-Based Homes Include:
- Two or three bedrooms
- Living room
- Kitchen with dining area
- Refrigerator and range
- Utility area with washer/dryer hook-ups
- A 5x10 storage shed
- Paved driveways and sidewalks
- Trash removal each week at no charge
- Many have fenced in backyards
- Centrally located fenced in playground
- Rents are based on income. Approximately 30 percent of gross household income is paid for monthly rent or a flat rent of $877 for a two-bedroom unit and $1246 for a three-bedroom unit. Water/Sewer provided. Tenants are responsible for paying remaining utilities, lawn care, and snow removal.
- Family Housing units are smoke-free. Designated outdoor smoking areas are addressed.
| # of People | Maximum Annual Income |
| 1 Person | $51,350 |
| 2 Person | $58,700 |
| 3 Person | $66,050 |
| 4 Person | $73,350 |
| 5 Person | $79,250 |
| 6 Person | $85,100 |
