The Shield
Overview
The Shield is a WHEDA-funded transitional housing development that includes both mixed-income and affordable housing. The Shield will be located on the Salvation Army of Dane County’s campus, next to the new Emergency Shelter.
A wide array of supportive services & amenities will be offered to assist residents, allowing them to stabilize their housing situations, increase their independence, & gain the tools/support that will allow them to break the cycle of homelessness or domestic violence.
The Shield has been certified as a Green Built project and credentialed by Focus on Energy.
Categories: Affordable Housing, Housing with Services, Multifamily
Tags: Sustainable Design
Location: 630 E. Washington, Madison, WI
Completion Date: Under Construction
Project Data:
Three-story building, including:
– 44 units, including 33 “set-aside” units for small families with special needs
Number of units: 44
Units per acre: 44
“It has been a great experience working with JLA. They are very thorough, professional, and well spoken. They have been a huge asset on getting approvals thru the City process and we look forward to working with them more.”
— Steve Wolters, Vice President Healthcare, Miron Construction
