New York City Department of Housing, Preservation & Development (HPD) has launched a housing lottery for units at 1169 River Avenue in Concourse, a 19-story mixed-use building in Concourse, The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY.

Designed by Aufgang Architects and developed by Community Access, an NYC supportive housing and social service non-profit, the structure yields 245 residential units. Available on NYC Housing Connect, HPD’s online portal, are 96 units for residents earning 60 to 80 percent of the area median income (AMI), ranging in eligible income from $31,852 to $132,400.

According to HPD, amenities include a community center, playground, bike storage lockers, a shared laundry room, green space, pet-friendly policies, common area WiFi, a gym, a party room, a recreation room, a business center, storage, an outdoor terrace, a concierge, a doorman, and an on-site resident manager. Units come equipped with energy-efficient appliances, air conditioning, smart controls for heating and cooling, and name-brand countertops and finishes. Rent includes gas for heating and hot water. Tenants are responsible for electricity.

At 60 percent of the AMI, there are 36 studios with a monthly rent of $843 for those with incomes ranging from $31,852 to $64,080; 11 one-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $1,065 for residents with incomes ranging from $39,875 to $72,060; and six three-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $1,482 for those on incomes ranging from $56,332 to $99,300.

Additionally, at 70 percent of the AMI, there are two studios with a monthly rent of $1,003 for residents earning incomes ranging from $37,338 to $74,760; and two three-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $1,760 for those with incomes ranging from $65,863 to $115,850.

At 80 percent of the AMI, there are also six studios with a monthly rent of $1,163 for residents with incomes ranging from $42,823 to $85,440; 17 one-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $1,465 for those with incomes ranging from $53,589 to $96,080; seven two-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $1,770 for residents with incomes ranging from $65,109 to $115,280; and nine two-bedroom units with a monthly rent of $2,037 for residents with incomes ranging from $75,360 to $132,400.

Prospective renters must meet income and household size requirements to apply for these apartments. Applications must be postmarked or submitted online no later than May 22, 2023.

A percentage of units are set aside for residents with a vision or hearing impairment (2%), mobility impairment (5%) and a preference for a percentage of units will go to New York City employees (5%) and Community Board residents (50%).

No deposits or application fees apply. More information is available on https://www.communityaccess.org/.

Once residents have confirmed they meet the requirements to apply for this lottery, they may apply directly online here. To request an application by mail, send a self-addressed envelope to 1169 River Avenue Owners LLC c/o Community Access Property Management 1022 Rev A James Polite, Bronx, NY 10459.

The building is being constructed through the Supportive Housing Opportunity Program of New York State Homes and Community Renewal and HPD’s Supportive Housing Loan Program. HPD officials said supportive housing is permanent, affordable housing with on-site support services to serve the needs of the most vulnerable New Yorkers, including the formerly homeless and disabled.

They said sixty percent of units are set aside for supportive housing for low income or formerly homeless individuals or families with special needs, who are referred by city agencies. The remaining 40 percent of units in the building are being made available to the public through the lottery. The units listed above are only those being made available to the general public.

Editor’s Note: Norwood News does not accept, process or refer any applications. For all inquiries, please liaise with NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) as follows NYC Housing Connect. 

Affordable Housing Lottery Helpline: 212-863-7990
Email: nychousingconnect@hpd.nyc.gov

For information on applying for affordable housing for people with disabilities, please submit accessibility inquiries to:
Phone: 212-863-6486
Email: accessibility@hpd.nyc.gov

HPD Housing Ambassadors
Email: ambassadors@hpd.nyc.gov

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