New Hoosier Heights subdivision opens 33-lot Phase 1 near Tell City

Developers behind Hoosier Heights have opened reservations for Phase 1 of a new subdivision just outside Tell City, offering roughly 33 lots and a portfolio of customizable floor plans built by JK Forever Homes. The project packages turnkey building services and financing partnerships intended to lower barriers for first-time buyers and households seeking new construction.

The first phase represents a modest but meaningful increase in new-home inventory for Perry County, where resale listings have been limited in recent years. Adding roughly three dozen buildable parcels should expand options for families who have struggled to find move-in-ready housing locally. Over time, new supply can help moderate pricing pressure, especially if later phases bring more lots to market.

Economic effects will be immediate as well as long term. Construction activity will generate short-term jobs for local contractors, tradespeople and suppliers, and new homeowners will increase consumer spending at area businesses during and after the build cycle. Once occupied, new properties will add to the local property-tax base, which supports county services including schools and public safety — a key consideration for municipal budgets and school planning.

Public and private actors are coordinating on the development. Local economic development partners including PickPerry, PCDC and SWIDC are involved in infrastructure and financing discussions, signaling that roadwork, water, sewer and permitting are being managed with public input. That coordination matters because infrastructure expenses and timelines often determine how quickly lots move from reservation to shovel-ready status.

City and county officials will need to grapple with several practical questions as construction proceeds. Road access, utility extensions and stormwater systems will require permits and funding. School capacity should be monitored if households with children move into the new subdivision. Officials and developers will also need clear timelines for inspections and service extensions so buyers know when homes will be complete and habitable.

For prospective buyers, the developer’s turnkey approach and financing partnerships aim to simplify the process: buyers can reserve a lot, choose a plan and move toward a finished home without coordinating multiple contractors. That model tends to appeal to first-time buyers and downsizers who prefer predictable schedules and costs.

The project won’t instantly change Perry County’s housing market, but it is a concrete step toward expanding local supply and broadening choices for residents. Our two cents? If you’re thinking about a new-home purchase, check reservation details and financing terms sooner rather than later; if you’re a local official, prioritize utility and school capacity planning now so the neighborhood can plug into county services smoothly.