26-02-2025
Jackson City Council approves sale of historic Hayes Hotel to new developer
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The Jackson City Council has voted to sell the historic Hayes Hotel to , a property development company in Dayton, Ohio for $25,000.
According to a news release sent to 6 News, the $35 million renovation will include 109 apartments with a mixture of studio apartments and one and two-bedroom units, retail, restaurant, entertainment, and office spaces, and a fitness center for tenants and the public.
City officials say the city council approved the sale of the Hayes property to J. Jeffers & Co. back in April of 2022. The Milwaukee-based developer attempted plans to start construction after multiple extensions of the development agreement were authorized by the council. The city says that the extension expired on Dec. 31, 2024, and it was in talks with CollierGibson because they shared an interest in revitalizing the hotel.
'CollierGibson has presented a comprehensive and achievable project plan, resulting in a mixed-use facility that will contribute to the vibrancy of Downtown Jackson. We look forward to working with them on bringing new life to the historic Hayes property so it can once again serve the community,' said City Manager Jonathan Greene.
The historic hotel was built in 1926 and was functioning as a hotel until 1975. Consumers Energy then used the building for office space through 2003. The City of Jackson took control of the hotel building in 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
