About S&S Development Group

Minority-owned. Detroit-focused. Mission-driven.

OUR STORY

Formed in 2005 by Owner and Principal Sauda Ahmad-Green, Esq.

S&S Development Group was formed in 2005 by Owner and Principal Sauda Ahmad-Green, Esq. S&S Development Group is a leading minority-owned real estate development firm specializing in multifamily commercial real estate investments, affordable and equitable housing, sustainable development, community development, and neighborhood revitalization in the City of Detroit.

Driven by a mission to advance equitable growth and environmental stewardship, S&S integrates renewable-energy systems and high-performance energy-efficiency strategies across its affordable and market-rate portfolio. From geothermal heating and cooling to enhanced building-envelope performance, our developments are designed to reduce carbon footprint, improve long-term operating performance, and provide healthier, more resilient living environments for residents.

With a commitment to excellence and innovation, S&S provides a comprehensive suite of services that meet the diverse needs of its clients and stakeholders—ensuring financially sound projects that deliver lasting community impact, environmental responsibility, housing affordability, and inclusive economic opportunity.

MEET THE PRINCIPAL

Sauda Ahmad-Green, Esq.

Founder & Principal

Building Communities. Strengthening Neighborhoods. Creating Opportunity.

Sauda Ahmad-Green, Esq., is Founder and Principal of S&S Development Group, LLC, a Detroit-based real estate development company specializing in mixed-income housing, affordable housing finance, sustainable development, and neighborhood revitalization. Over nearly two decades, she has led the transformation of underutilized properties into vibrant residential communities while advancing innovative solutions that improve affordability, strengthen neighborhoods, and create lasting economic opportunity.

A native Detroiter and licensed Michigan attorney, Ahmad-Green founded S&S Development Group in 2005 with the vision of reinvesting in neighborhoods through thoughtful, community-centered development. Her work reflects a deep understanding that successful redevelopment extends beyond constructing buildings — it requires creating places where residents can thrive while preserving community identity and expanding access to quality housing.

Her signature development, the Merrill Place neighborhood revitalization initiative, exemplifies this philosophy. Beginning with the rehabilitation of Merrill Place I, Ahmad-Green transformed a long-vacant property into quality townhomes before undertaking Merrill Place II, a $12 million mixed-income multifamily community completed in 2026. Located in Detroit’s historic Virginia Park neighborhood, where she was raised, the development provides high-quality housing while incorporating geothermal technology that eliminates heating and cooling costs for residents — an innovative approach that demonstrates how environmental sustainability can directly improve housing affordability.

Ahmad-Green has become known for successfully structuring complex public-private financing involving Low-Income Housing Tax Credits, municipal and state funding, community development financial institutions, private investment, renewable energy incentives, and innovative tax credit strategies. Her developments illustrate how layered financing and creative problem-solving can expand housing opportunities while maintaining long-term financial sustainability.

In addition to her development work, Ahmad-Green serves as a licensed attorney, providing a unique combination of legal, financial, and development expertise that allows her to guide projects from acquisition through stabilization. Her multidisciplinary background enables her to navigate the complex legal, regulatory, financing, and construction issues associated with large-scale real estate development.

RECOGNITION

Her leadership has earned recognition from Crain’s Detroit Business, the Detroit Free Press, FOX 2 Detroit, Model D, and numerous civic organizations. In 2026, Merrill Place II attracted national attention when former Vice President Kamala Harris visited the development to discuss affordable housing, sustainable building practices, and the financing challenges facing community developers.

Today, Ahmad-Green continues expanding the Merrill Place neighborhood redevelopment initiative while leading new mixed-income and sustainable housing developments throughout Detroit. Through every project, she remains committed to proving that equitable development can strengthen neighborhoods, improve quality of life, and create enduring community wealth for future generations.

OUR UNIQUE APPROACH

What Sets S&S Apart

S&S Developments’ unique approach to real estate development sets it apart in the industry. S&S prioritizes:

The Transformation

of vacant, obsolete, declining property and land into safe, quality housing in the City of Detroit. The effort focuses on providing rental property for families at mixed income levels, including very low, low, moderate and market.

The Construction

of compatible new and infill housing.

Reinvestment

in and developing area residential, commercial and retail property and businesses to revitalize the neighborhood's economic base.

Sustainability and Innovation

Embracing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices to create eco-friendly and energy-efficient developments that stand the test of time.

Community-Centric Design

Focusing on the needs and desires of the communities we serve, ensuring our projects enhance the quality of life and foster a sense of belonging.

Collaborative Partnerships

Building strong relationships with local authorities, investors, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution and shared success.

S&S Development Group, LLC

Minority-owned real estate development, headquartered in Detroit since 2005.