Trek Proposes 94 Residential Units in North Point Breeze
The development group plans to build apartments and duplexes on a 4.5-acre site near the Homewood bus station.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Apartments
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Trek Development Group has submitted plans for a 94-unit residential project in Pittsburgh's North Point Breeze neighborhood. The proposed development, located on a 4.5-acre site, is currently zoned for industrial use and sits across from the Homewood station.
Why it matters
The project represents a potential shift in land use for the city-owned property, aligning with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh's goal to find the highest and best use for the site.
The plan includes five apartment buildings and four duplexes supported by 85 off-street parking stalls. The project site is currently owned by the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh.
The players
Trek Development Group
This is a real estate development firm that focuses on residential housing projects and community revitalization efforts.
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
This is the city's economic development agency responsible for managing public property and facilitating housing and commercial growth.
The details
The development will be executed in three phases, beginning with 43 units in the initial stage. The project is situated on McPherson Boulevard, providing direct proximity to the Martin Luther King Jr. East Busway.
Timeline
The Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a hearing on November 12, 2026.
Trek Development Group plans to apply for federal tax credits in 2027.
Construction is scheduled to begin in April 2028.
The project is expected to reach completion by summer 2029.
Culture Shift
The proposal reflects a growing trend of repurposing underutilized urban industrial land into high-density residential housing near public transit hubs. This transition seeks to leverage existing infrastructure like the East Busway to create sustainable, transit-oriented neighborhoods.
Residents living near McPherson Boulevard can expect future construction activity following the planned April 2028 start date. The addition of 94 units near the Homewood station may influence long-term local traffic patterns and transit usage in the North Point Breeze area.
The takeaway
This development highlights the ongoing effort to convert industrial land into active residential space in Pittsburgh. Interested residents should monitor upcoming zoning meetings to stay informed about how the site's transformation could reshape the neighborhood landscape.
What happens next
The project will face a zoning hearing before the Pittsburgh Zoning Board of Adjustment on November 12, 2026.
Further reading
For more information on local housing trends, visit the Pittsburgh Apartments section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TribLIVE.
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