Flats on Felty Apartments

The Flats on Felty Apartments project in Rochester, MN, showcases Elcor Construction’s ability to deliver a complete site work and underground utility package for a large-scale residential development. This 234-unit apartment complex required careful coordination, experienced crews, and reliable execution across multiple phases of heavy civil construction. Elcor completed work on the project between January 2024 and May 2025, providing earthwork, excavating, underground utilities, and related site preparation services. For a project of this size, proper site development is essential to the long-term success of the property. Before vertical construction can move forward, the land must be prepared to support buildings, utilities, drainage systems, roads, parking areas, and other infrastructure. Elcor’s scope included earthwork, sanitary sewer, watermain, storm sewer, a stormwater detention system, and building foundations. Each of these components plays an important role in creating a safe, functional, and durable apartment community. The earthwork portion of the project helped shape the site and prepare it for construction. This includes moving and grading material to establish proper elevations, support drainage, and create a stable base for future improvements. Accurate grading is especially important on multi-family developments because it affects water flow, building access, pavement performance, and the overall usability of the site. Underground utility work was another critical part of the Flats on Felty Apartments project. Sanitary sewer, watermain, and storm sewer systems must be installed with precision to ensure dependable service for residents and long-term performance for the property owner. These systems are largely hidden once construction is complete, but they are some of the most important pieces of infrastructure on any residential development. The stormwater detention system also supports responsible site management by helping control runoff during rain and snowmelt events. In a developed area, stormwater must be managed properly to protect the property, nearby infrastructure, and surrounding areas. By incorporating storm sewer and detention components into the site work, the project helps reduce drainage concerns and supports a more resilient finished development. Elcor Construction’s work on Flats on Felty Apartments reflects the company’s experience with complex residential and heavy civil projects throughout Rochester and Southeast Minnesota. From excavation and utility installation to grading and foundation-related site work, the project demonstrates Elcor’s ability to help move a development from raw site conditions toward a finished, buildable property. Once complete, the Flats on Felty Apartments will provide new housing opportunities while relying on the strong infrastructure foundation built during the site work phase.