housing
Rochester is opening six new ADA-accessible affordable housing units in the South Wedge as part of its effort to improve and expand public housing citywide. The Bond Hamilton Townhouses project focuses on high-quality design and inclusivity. A ribbon-cutting is set for Monday at 10 a.m. Six new affordable homes to be unveiled in Rochester’s South […]
Maryland Governor Pardons 7,000 for Cannabis Offenses As part of a Juneteenth clemency effort, Maryland Governor Wes Moore pardoned nearly 7,000 people convicted of misdemeanor cannabis possession and launched a $400 million homeownership program targeting underserved communities. The initiative expands on Moore’s 2024 order that cleared over 175,000 convictions. Tied to his broader equity agenda, […]
President Donald Trump’s proposed 2026 federal budget aims to cut rental assistance funding by 40%, a move critics warn could lead to a rise in homelessness. The plan would eliminate HUD oversight of programs like Section 8, replacing them with smaller block grants to states to design their own rental aid programs. States could add […]
The Rochester City Council has approved a proposal to convert the old tent city building into low-income housing. The project, located at the corner of Dewey and Lyell Avenues, aims to provide over 80 apartment units, specifically for Rochester’s veterans. Board President Miguel Melendez expressed optimism about the initiative. “I know that community members would […]
Looking for information on housing, social services, or mental health? Make sure you lock this date in your calendar for Saturday, August 20th. The Community Total Health & Wellness Fair will help anyone one in need of services provided by the City of Rochester and Monroe County. The fair will be at International Plaza 838 […]
Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $682 million in bonds and subsidies were awarded to create or preserve more than 1,600 affordable, sustainable, and supportive homes across the state. $70 million for Tailor Square in the city of Rochester. The project will convert the historic four-story manufacturing building home to Hickey Freeman into 134 affordable apartments, including […]
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 […]
Since the pandemic and prior to there has been a lot of discussion on housing in the city of Rochester. With rising rent, evictions, housing quality, affordable home options, and foreclosures people are left with more questions than answers. Rochester City Councils Kim Smith will be holding input sessions to address housing in the city. […]
There are a couple of bills that passed in the state Senate to help veterans who served in the military and in war zones. The proposals will help veterans and active duty military personnel better acclimate to civilian life. The bills include a property tax exemption for veterans who served in combat. There is also […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced during a COVID-19 briefing that she would not extend state eviction moratorium again. It will end on Saturday (01/15). The state is reopening its application portal for eviction protection and rent relief. While the state doesn’t have the money to provide more rent relief right now, people who apply will get […]
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