St. Elizabeth Redevelopment: From Blight to Bright Future

“This isn’t charity—it’s a shared investment in a thriving community. When people have homes, everything else works better: education, jobs, safety, belonging.” – Clint Nelson

Once a crumbling symbol of the past, the former St. Elizabeth Hospital site is now a cornerstone of Hutchinson’s housing future. Led by Interfaith Housing and made possible by ARPA funds, the site has been safely cleared and prepped for new workforce housing. Plans include 14–20 new homes for families and essential workers, designed in partnership with local builders and the City of Hutchinson. The project not only addresses the community’s housing shortage but also strengthens efforts to attract and retain talent.

By recycling materials from the demolition and prioritizing long-term affordability, this effort is setting a new standard for community-driven development—breathing life into an empty lot and hope into Hutchinson’s housing market.