Legacy Building in Bay City honored with Governor's Award for Historic Preservation

BAY CITY, Mich. – Bay City’s historic redevelopment The Legacy was honored as one of seven preservation projects in Michigan awarded with the prestigious Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation.

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Aside from the project in Bay City, other communities represented include:

• Battle Creek
• Detroit
• Kalamazoo
• Leland
• Manistee Township
• Ypsilanti
  

The rehabilitation of the former Crapo Building into The Legacy allowed for new residents and businesses to move in.

The Legacy added more than 67 construction jobs, and provided an immediate economic impact of more than $3.75M in direct benefits to the local economy, according to the developer.

“It’s an honor to have the opportunity to recognize the recipients of the Governor’s Awards for Historic Preservation,” said Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist. “These projects are the result of partners coming together and demonstrating the resiliency, tenacity, innovation, and long-term commitment that truly define our state and our residents.”

“The core of what we do is at the intersection of preservation and community revitalization, and The Legacy is one of the best examples in our development portfolio that bridges history with modern-day adaptive reuse,” said Jenifer Acosta, Principal of Acosta Real Estate & Development. “To be recognized for all of the recovery work that went into this project is a tremendous honor, and a testament to the comprehensive value that historic buildings bring to our community.”

“Historic resources and archaeological sites tell us about the past and help us define Michigan’s unique identity. Their preservation is vital to Michigan’s present and future as they contribute to vibrant communities and our understanding of the past,” said Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer Martha MacFarlane-Faes. “Each year during National Historic Preservation Month the Governor's Award program gives us an opportunity to recognize standout historic preservation efforts across the state, exemplifying the collaboration and deep impact preservation can have in Michigan communities. This year’s diverse group of awards has inspired additional preservation activity and economic investment, and illustrate projects that represent preservation best practices.”