On June 4, our design team joined Beacon Communities, Soldier On, and state and local officials to celebrate the completion of 35 Broadway, a new 67-unit affordable housing community in Menands, NY. More than half of the homes at 35 Broadway are reserved for veterans experiencing homelessness, with on-site supportive services that help residents rebuild their lives and regain stability.
“Our investments are creating more homes across the state and ensuring our most vulnerable populations, especially those who have served our country, have the opportunity to find an affordable, secure place to live,” said New York Governor Kathy Hochul. “The new 35 Broadway development is a perfect example of our comprehensive approach to addressing the housing crisis in New York. We are bringing new homes to the Capital Region and providing veterans experiencing homelessness access to the services needed to stabilize their lives.”
Apartments at 35 Broadway are available to households earning up to 60 percent of the Area Median Income. There are 35 supportive apartments reserved for veterans experiencing homelessness eligible for services. Support services provided on-site include case management, medical care coordination, mental health and addiction service coordination, legal services, workforce placement, and financial education.
The fully electric building features electric heat pumps for heating and cooling, energy recovery ventilation for improved indoor air quality, energy-efficient appliances, and electric vehicle charging stations. There are landscaped seating areas, a community gardening area, a contemplation garden, and an on-site columbarium to honorably house the remains of resident veterans who pass on without family.
The project was co-developed by Beacon Communities and Soldier On, a non-profit organization that will provide support services. SWBR provided architectural design services for the project.
Read the full New York State announcement here: https://bit.ly/3ZUSDi8