City of Cocoa Breaks Ground on Workforce Housing Development in Michael C. Blake Subdivision

New subdivision provides affordable housing for Cocoa’s essential workers, including first responders, nurses and teachers

BREVARD COUNTY • COCOA, FLORIDA – The City of Cocoa, in partnership with Lennar Homes, officially broke ground on January 16, on a new workforce housing development in the Michael C. Blake Subdivision.

The project follows the approval of a development agreement with Lennar Homes to construct 32 workforce housing units, expanding access to affordable homeownership opportunities for very low, low, and moderate-income professionals.

The development is designed to serve essential members of the community, including local firefighters, police officers, nurses, and teachers, helping ensure that those who serve Cocoa every day can live close to where they work.

City leaders, Council, representatives from Lennar Homes, and members of the community gathered to celebrate the milestone and recognize the collaborative effort behind the project.

“Homeownership is the foundation of the American Dream, and Lennar is committed to building attainable homes for more families through innovative collaborations like this,” said Brad Miller, Division Manager for Lennar.

“Together with the City of Cocoa, we are honored to invest in the future by helping people build generational wealth and strengthen their communities.”

“Workforce housing plays a crucial role in supporting economic development by ensuring our essential workers can live close to where they work,” said Mayor Michael C. Blake. “This project reflects our commitment to putting people first and investing in the future of our city.”

Deputy Mayor Alex Goins echoed that sentiment, emphasizing the importance of proactive leadership.

“Having forward-thinking city staff and a committed City Council makes projects like this possible,” Goins said.

Both Mayor Blake and Deputy Mayor Goins represent District 1, which includes the Michael C. Blake Subdivision, underscoring their shared dedication to the community they serve.

The City of Cocoa, along with the Diamond Square Community Redevelopment Agency, remains committed to prioritizing citizens, expanding housing opportunities, and continuing to build a sustainable, thriving community for all.

The City of Cocoa is a community of 19,041 located in the heart of Brevard County along the Space Coast of Florida. Incorporated in 1895, Cocoa is one of Brevard County’s original communities. The City of Cocoa has a Council/Manager form of government where the Council, made up of elected officials, makes policy decisions, and the staff, led by the City Manager, implements them.

Cocoa is also a Regional Water Utility System that serves a majority of the residents in Central and North Brevard County. The mission of Cocoa’s government is “To enrich the quality of life for our unique and diverse community by delivering Professional, Responsive, Innovative, Dedicated and Exceptional public services!” Serving our community with P.R.I.D.E.

Visit our website at www.CocoaFL.gov.

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