-Recent growth has largely been in response to a slow moving expansion of Ellsworth Air Force Base. The multifamily boomlet has been a function of demand from service members who are on short rotations.
-I observed a fair number of established trailer parks in and around Rapid City. Although the snooty architect in me regards that type of dwelling with some skepticism, it's a critical component of a broad based housing stock. It also ties into the seasonal features of the area---which includes huge R.V. encampments in the Black Hills and spillover effects from the annual Sturgis biker rally.
A few more anecdotes about Rapid City:
-Recent growth has largely been in response to a slow moving expansion of Ellsworth Air Force Base. The multifamily boomlet has been a function of demand from service members who are on short rotations.
-I observed a fair number of established trailer parks in and around Rapid City. Although the snooty architect in me regards that type of dwelling with some skepticism, it's a critical component of a broad based housing stock. It also ties into the seasonal features of the area---which includes huge R.V. encampments in the Black Hills and spillover effects from the annual Sturgis biker rally.
Interesting stuff.
Sorry! I should have given you a hat tip in the post!