The affordable housing lottery has launched for Starhill, a 14-story residential building at 1600 Grand Avenue in Morris Heights, The Bronx. Developed by Services for the UnderServed and Bronx Pro, with design by Marvel Architects, the structure yields 326 residences. Available on NYC Housing Connect are 125 units for residents at 30 to 80 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $24,446 to $134,160.
Starhill at 1600 Grand Avenue in Morris Heights, The Bronx via NYC Housing Connect
Amenities include a shared laundry room, gym, media room, recreation room, children’s playroom, outdoor terrace, elevator, and security guard. Units come equipped with intercoms and energy-efficient appliances. Tenants are responsible for electricity.
At 30 percent of the AMI, there are 13 units for incomes ranging from $24,446 to $50,310.
At 40 percent of the AMI, there are 13 units for incomes ranging from $33,532 to $67,080.
At 50 percent of the AMI, there are 15 units for incomes ranging from $42,618 to $83,850.
At 60 percent of the AMI, there are 14 units for incomes ranging from $62,058 to $100,620.
At 70 percent of the AMI, there are 13 units for incomes ranging from $57,429 to $117,390.
At 80 percent of the AMI, there are 57 units for incomes ranging from $64,115 to $134,160.
Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than July 30, 2024.
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When one exits the smaller roof bulkhead, where does one walk? Can you step on the solar panels? Many of the usual 6-story non-fireproof buildings cannot have panels because of the 6-foot clear perimeter around the roof required by the fire department and the walkways from the stairs to roof fire escapes.
That’s just a rendering you know. I’m sure the panels will comply with code.
I didn’t know that about solar panels not possible on so many older apt buildings.