Ferrysburg is a small lakefront city at the mouth of the Grand River where it meets Lake Michigan, bordered by Spring Lake to the east and Grand Haven to the south. It's one of the most geographically distinctive communities we build in — steep dune terrain, limited buildable lots, and high-end lakefront properties that demand careful structural design and an understanding of erosion and shoreline dynamics.
Because Ferrysburg is small and largely built out, most of our work here involves custom builds on the few remaining lots, major renovations of existing lakefront homes, and additions that expand a home's view or living space without disturbing the dune setting. The City of Ferrysburg administers its own zoning, and the steep terrain and lakeshore location often bring EGLE shoreline permitting into play.
We have built and renovated in Ferrysburg for over twenty years, and we bring the dune-construction experience and structural expertise that lakefront and hillside builds demand.
Ferrysburg's terrain includes steep dunes that make foundation design and access planning critical. We engineer foundations for slope stability and plan construction access before breaking ground.
Ferrysburg is largely built out, so new builds are rare and must make the most of a tight lot. We design for the constraints of the parcel rather than forcing a standard plan onto it.
Lake Michigan and river-mouth properties bring EGLE shoreline permitting in addition to City of Ferrysburg zoning. We coordinate both so the project stays compliant.
Ferrysburg's lakefront and dune properties face direct wind, spray, and erosion. We specify materials and foundation detailing built to hold up in that exposure.
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Learn MoreTwo decades building in West Michigan's coastal conditions — dune soils, lake-effect weather, and shoreline regulations.
We evaluate foundations, framing, and load paths before we build — so additions and renovations last.
Accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and a member of the NAHB and HBA Lakeshore.
Yes. We engineer foundations for slope stability and plan construction access before breaking ground. Ferrysburg's dune terrain demands this attention, and we have built in these conditions for over twenty years.
Yes. Many Ferrysburg projects are renovations and additions to existing lakefront homes — expanding views, adding living space, and modernizing systems while respecting the dune setting and shoreline regulations.
Lake Michigan and river-mouth properties in Ferrysburg often require EGLE shoreline permits in addition to City of Ferrysburg zoning approval. We coordinate both so your project stays compliant and on schedule.
Yes, on the limited remaining lots. Because Ferrysburg is largely built out, new builds must be designed for the specific constraints of the parcel. We design for the lot rather than forcing a standard plan onto it.
Gary Katt is Simply the Best if you want a builder you can trust with your home or your business ....The KattMann as his friends and clients call him ....has all the experience and shows up early and gets the job done with a reasonable and competitive fee for all his expertise... he is second to none.
Gary is a skilled craftsman, with an excellent team of sub-contractors. His work is of the highest quality, with competitive pricing. We are currently working with Gary on our forever new home. Gary has been our choice for several years. You will not be disappointed. A true professional.
Gary Katt is solid, knowledgeable and has assisted in remodeling/stand-alone projects. Very fair and always willing to assist. I've utilized Gary since 2009.
Gary has done numerous projects for us over the years. He is a very conscientious, hard worker and his assistant, Jim is a great compliment to his team. Additionally, Gary is a very kind person and interesting to speak with. You'll find that he's a pleasure to work with.
I had Gary at my house so many times. Each time I was always pleased with the results. He would let me know exactly what was going on. I was pleased will all the work done. Gary is the first person I call for everything to be done on my home. Dorothy Corradi
Great builder, great quality at a good price. Will definitely use again as work is needed.
Gary Katt is Simply the Best if you want a builder you can trust with your home or your business ....The KattMann as his friends and clients call him ....has all the experience and shows up early and gets the job done with a reasonable and competitive fee for all his expertise... he is second to none.
Gary is a skilled craftsman, with an excellent team of sub-contractors. His work is of the highest quality, with competitive pricing. We are currently working with Gary on our forever new home. Gary has been our choice for several years. You will not be disappointed. A true professional.
Gary Katt is solid, knowledgeable and has assisted in remodeling/stand-alone projects. Very fair and always willing to assist. I've utilized Gary since 2009.
Gary has done numerous projects for us over the years. He is a very conscientious, hard worker and his assistant, Jim is a great compliment to his team. Additionally, Gary is a very kind person and interesting to speak with. You'll find that he's a pleasure to work with.
I had Gary at my house so many times. Each time I was always pleased with the results. He would let me know exactly what was going on. I was pleased will all the work done. Gary is the first person I call for everything to be done on my home. Dorothy Corradi
Great builder, great quality at a good price. Will definitely use again as work is needed.
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