What you need to know The City of Union approved a zone change this week for a proposal from Fort Mitchell-based Drees Homes that will result in the development of 135 residential units off Hathaway Road near Old Union Road. The commission voted 3-1 in favor of the proposal at Monday’s meeting, with Mayor Larry […]
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Drees Homes names new Midwest regional president
Fort Mitchell-based Drees Homes, one of the largest homebuilders in Greater Cincinnati, has announced the appointment of a new executive to lead its Midwestern market. Scott Drees, the great-grandson of founder Theodore Drees, was named Midwest regional president, overseeing divisions in Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis. “I’m honored to step into this role […]
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Drees Homes withdraws 377-unit Union development proposal
What you need to know Fort Mitchell-based homebuilder Drees Homes has withdrawn a zone-change application it submitted to the Boone County Planning Commission for a 377-unit suburban development near Union. In March, Drees Homes submitted an application to the planning commission, looking to rezone an 185-acre area along the west side of U.S. 42, between […]
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Drees Homes expands into Columbus
Fort Mitchell-based Drees Homes announced its expansion into Columbus, becoming the third market in Ohio for the Northern Kentucky homebuilder. According to a company news release, Columbus was an appealing market because of its nearly one million residents, a growing economy and a strong corporate presence from technology giants like Intel, Google, and Microsoft. “The […]
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New 77-unit Drees subdivision moves forward in Alexandria
Plans to build 77 new single-family homes on Riley Road moved forward on Tuesday despite resident concerns over traffic, wildlife and density. Drees Homes is looking to build a subdivision on approximately 37 acres on Riley Road, north of Apple Blossom Lane in Alexandria. At a June 17 meeting, the Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously […]
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Drees Homes announces new southeast regional president
Fort Mitchell-based Drees Homes, one of the largest homebuilders in Greater Cincinnati, announced the hiring of a new executive. Randy Mickle is joining Drees as the company’s new southeast regional president after the retirement of longtime executive Dave Hausfield. Mickle previously served as a division president of Miami-based homebuilder Lennar. As the newly appointed Southeast […]
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Drees Homes acquires Texas-based builder
Northern Kentucky home builder Drees Homes announced last week the acquisition of San Antonio-based home builder Monticello Homes. “We are thrilled to announce our expansion into San Antonio and welcome Monticello’s employees to the Drees team,” said Drees Homes President Tim Terrell in a press release. “This move represents a significant milestone for our company […]
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Building Industry of NKY announces new officers and directors
The Building Industry Association of Northern Kentucky has announced its new officers and directors for 2025, who are committed to advancing the association’s mission and addressing the region’s housing and construction challenges.
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Triple Crown in Union set for expansion
Union’s Triple Crown community will expand thanks to a recent zone change approval from Boone County. After Fort Wright-based Triple Crown Developers and St. Elizabeth Healthcare requested a zone change that would allow for the subdivision to expand, the Boone County Fiscal Court approved it during last week’s meeting. The land in question is located […]
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Water, water everywhere: flooding, development and housing in NKY
Drees Homes is planning to build a 261-home development on 120.5 acres of land in unincorporated Kenton County, which has raised concerns about flooding and infrastructure, and a resident is hoping to sell her property to Drees.
