Saturday’s rain did not dampen the spirits of the Knox officials and Starke-Pulaski Habitat for Humanity volunteers who broke ground on their next project. Hope McIntire and her 5-year-old daughter Raelynn will occupy the new home at the corner of Prettyman and Delaware Streets once it’s built.
McIntire says Habitat officials told her the last house they constructed took about three months. The time frame will depend on how many volunteers turn out to help and whether the weather cooperates.
McIntire applied to be a Habitat for Humanity homeowner back in January. After she was chosen, she was able to pick out a floor plan and features that will best meet her needs. McIntire is also required to contribute 250 hours worth of “sweat equity” as part of the program.
“I’ll be here as often as they’re building, working on anything that’s needed to get this house,” she said.
McIntire adds she’s looking forward to being in her own home and knowing it’s a permanent place to stay
Local Habitat for Humanity Volunteers have built a total of five houses in North Judson, Winamac and Ripley.
Visit http://sphabitat.org/ for more information about the project
