Tropic Construction Corp.
We build quality, enduring, affordable housing in the Chicago metropolitan area..
Established in 1993 as a subsidiary of HHDC, Tropic Construction uses superior products to build communities and strengthen human capital. Our work supports the development of an economic environment that helps communities to flourish.
Our Expertise
Tropic Construction has proven experience building a wide range of projects, including rental housing, condominiums, single-family homes, specialized medical facilities, schools, offices, commercial space, and solar panel systems.
Quick Facts
- Completed over 3,600 units of renovated or newly constructed housing units.
- Tropic’s staff brings over 100 years of combined experience.
- Portfolio includes more than $120 million in construction projects.
- Prominent clients include CHA, HACC, IFF, LISC, IHA, and University of Chicago.
Our Goals
Tropic Construction delivers greater control over the construction process, providing a vehicle to increase the business of minority contractors, and creating employment and training opportunities for neighborhood residents. This is achieved by:
- Meeting affordability goals while ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget.
- Hiring workforce from the communities where its projects are located.
- Creating business opportunities for minority and women-owned subcontractors.
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