Construction has begun on La Olazul, a 13-story affordable and supportive housing development at 1940 Jerome Avenue in Mount Hope, The Bronx. Developed by Vaya Development and Westhab, the $81 million development will yield 115 units, including 69 supportive apartments, along with approximately 8,500 square feet of ground-floor commercial space.
The Pearl, a new 270-unit affordable housing development, has completed construction and yesterday celebrated its ribbon cutting at 475 Bay Street in Stapleton, Staten Island. Developed by BFC Partners and Selfhelp Realty Group, the 12-story building boasts 138 apartments specifically reserved for formerly unhoused seniors with on-site supportive services, as well as retail space. It was designed by GF55 Architects, and cost approximately $155 million to build.
Below-grade work is progressing at 265 Weirfield Street, the site of a five-story residential building in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Developed by Weirfield Residence LLC, the property is situated on two adjacent lots, 263 and 265 Weirfield Street, for a total width of approximately 40 feet.
A $75,000 grant was recently issued for renovations to a group home for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities located at 999 Bushwick Avenue in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Funding was facilitated by State Senator Julia Salazar to Services for the UnderServed, the organization that operates the group home. Renovation work will include the installation of a new ADA-compliant ramp, a widened side entrance, and a renovated bathroom.
New renderings have been revealed for AVE Hamilton Green, a two-tower residential development at 25 Cottage Place in White Plains. Developed in partnership between RXR and Korman Communities, the project consists of the 12-story 25 Cottage and the 26-story 5 Cottage, and will yield a total of 477 residential units. The property is located on the site of the former White Plains Mall.
