affordable housing

Monroe County executive’s plans to address the Rochester’s housing crisis with a four-pronged plan. Monroe County is using $7.8 million from  the American Rescue Plan to fund it.  During a the press conference, Monroe County Executive Adam Bello’s  plan has the following four programs: The housing search navigator and after care program.  These navigators will help […]

The Freedom Plaza proposal in New York City introduces a groundbreaking architectural concept featuring two skyscrapers connected by a cantilevered “skybridge,” complete with a rooftop infinity pool. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), this megaproject located just south of the United Nations headquarters will encompass four high-rises, including two hotels within the 615-foot-tall towers, residential […]

An executive action announced by Governor Kathy Hochul hopes to help address the housing crisis. Gov. Hochul said too much time will be wasted if the state waits until next year’s session to address the issue: “New Yorkers need houses built now. We’re going to start driving down the cost because guess what, it is […]

Interfaith Impact of Rochester Presents A Zoom Briefing  Affordable Housing: A Human Right? How Are We Doing?  Sunday March 19th 2023 at 2 pm  The Panelists: Jerome Underwood – Action For a Better Community, Inc. CEO and President Robin Wilt – Real Estate Broker Ritter Singh – Communications Organizer, Housing Justice For All Demond Meeks […]

State and local leaders unveiled the completion of a $30 million, 112-unit, affordable housing development on Rochester’s Inner Loop near East Avenue. The development will offer inclusive and affordable housing on East Avenue along the Inner Loop, consisting of a five-story, 112-unit, apartment building. Included are 35 units set aside for elderly residents and 20 units […]

New affordable housing is in the works thanks to Conifer Realty breaking ground. Rochester First reported: “Neighbors used a sledgehammer to break down a ceremonial wall yesterday on Manhattan Square Drive. Conifer Realty has already made upgrades to apartments in the Southeast Towers and work is now beginning at the Savannah Tower.” Regional VP Development, […]

The old Wambach’s site is being examined as potential for a new affordable housing project. There would be many steps to go through with the town of Irondequoit and the re-zoning process. If all goes through the housing would be geared towards hospital workers like nurses assistants, sanitation workers, and food service workers. According to […]