MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Holladay Properties is paving the way for additional modern industrial space options with the planned construction of the Aldridge Building, 6101 Cleveland Ave., directly west of the Haskell Building.

The tax abatement approval moves the project to its next steps, said EDCMC Executive Director Clarence L. Hulse.

“Holladay continues to invest in our city and county, and this space will provide a facility to attract new light manufacturing/assembly businesses and bolster our competitive edge,” Hulse said.

The speculative 54,000-square-foot flex industrial building is designed to accommodate one to four tenant spaces with potential for 6,750 square-foot suites. The Holladay team is also planning for the base building to have a total of eight dock bays, four drive-in doors and independent storefront entrances. Other features include LED lighting for the interior and exterior, ESFR fire protection system, 24 feet clear height, 130 feet deep truck corridor hi-lite and six-inch reinforced concrete slab floor.

“The more than $5 million investment creates another page in our marketing portfolio to bring in new business and create jobs in the industrial arena,” said Michigan City Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch.

Holladay Properties Vice President – Development Ryan Kelly said next steps for the project are finalizing construction plans and diving into the permit/approval process with a goal to break ground in November 2025.

“Most businesses need immediate access to space when it comes to occupancy requirements. The Aldrige Building will position Michigan City to be able to respond and capture those businesses that might otherwise have located to nearby markets,” Kelly said. “The Aldridge Building will provide a Class A facility that will appeal to a variety of businesses that require warehouse, light manufacturing/assembly, showroom and/or support office space.”

Kelly said Holladay sees the direction of Michigan City’s momentum and the team seeks to be a vital part of the process.

“Holladay believes in Michigan City and LaPorte County as evidenced by the various real estate development investments we have made over the past several years. We believe in the community, and we believe in the leadership,” he said. “We recognize the lack of industrial product available today and the impact this has on attracting and retaining the industrial segment of the economy.

“So, it is important to us to help fill that void and serve a small role in attracting new businesses, and ultimately, new employment opportunities for the community.”