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The State Of Affordable Housing During The COVID Crisis In Harlem

By Jerrod Delaine All housing has been affected by the COVID-19 Global Health pandemic, with New York being the epicenter of how it can spread and bring a city to a complete stop.Continue reading

In Marcus Garvey Village A “Supportive Housing” Project Grows In Harlem

According to a recent press release from Harlem-based developer Carthage Real Estate Advisors, construction is progressing at Marcus Garvey Village.Continue reading

Defining Affordable Housing From Harlem To Hollywood

Last week we posted the article The City’s ‘Unaffordable’ Affordable Housing Program In East Harlem, according to a recent study by Harvard University, 10.9 million renters (one in four) spend more than half of their income on housing. Continue reading

The City’s ‘Unaffordable’ Affordable Housing Program In East Harlem

Five apartments are up for grabs through the city's affordable housing program in a new building in East Harlem, but only for those making at least $75,000 a year.Continue reading

NYC Council Hearing To Expand Climate Mobilization Act While Safeguarding Affordable Housing

Members and staff from WE ACT for Environmental Justice will testify in front of the New York City Council today in support of Intro 1947.Continue reading

City Planning Commission Approves Plans To Expand Lenox Terrace In Harlem

The Olnick Organization has received approvals from the City Planning Commission to construct five new towers within the Lenox Terrace housing complex in Central Harlem. Continue reading

de Blasio Administration To Create Units Of Affordable Housing For Homeless Families

The de Blasio Administration announced today that it is entering the second phase of the City’s plan to convert more cluster buildings into permanent housing for homeless New Yorkers from Harlem to Hollis.Continue reading

Sustainable Developments Lead To Regeneration And Greater Affordability In Harlem

A combination of investment in old properties and the development of new sustainable projects is revitalizing the streets of Harlem. Continue reading

City Finances Record Number Of Affordable Housing For NYC’s Most Vulnerable Populations

Mayor de Blasio today announced that the City financed 25,299 affordable homes in Fiscal Year 2019, and a total of 135,437 affordable homes since 2014, Continue reading

Finding An Affordable NYC Apartment Just Got A Bit Easier From Harlem To Hollis

It’s been seven years since the city’s Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) launched Housing Connect, a portal that has made it easier—in theory—for New Yorkers to apply for affordable apartments in buildings across the five boroughs.Continue reading

Poll Shows, Almost Half Of NYC From Harlem To Hollis Can’t Afford To Live Here

The Big Apple's steep cost of living could soon drive many New Yorkers out of the state, a new poll suggests reports Patch. Continue reading

HCCI And Others Close On New 100% Affordable Senior Victory Plaza In Harlem

Camber Property Group, Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement, Inc. (HCCI), NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and NYC Housing Development Corporation (HDC) today closed on construction financing to build Victory Plaza, a 136-unit, 100 percent affordable building for seniors.Continue reading