Governor David A. Paterson recently announced $31.4 million in funding for the modification, repair, and rehabilitation of 1,991 units of affordable housing for low-income families, senior citizens, and people with disabilities.
"At a time when many New Yorkers are affected by the economic downturn, we must ensure that our most vulnerable are protected and provided with the resources they need. This critical funding will provide affordable housing to thousands of New Yorkers statewide," Governor Paterson said. "I will continue to work to target our State’s resources in a way that provides relief to working families, who are struggling during the current economic crisis."
The $31.4 million in grants have been awarded to not-for-profit agencies and local municipalities. These funds will be used in rural, suburban, and urban communities, across every area of the State, to make necessary repairs and modifications to the homes of eligible low income households. A full listing of projects by region is included below.
Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) Commissioner Deborah VanAmerongen said: "The local governments and not-for-profit housing agencies receiving these grants help DHCR reach out to residents who most need our assistance. By working collaboratively, we can help senior citizens repair dangerous conditions in their homes and allow people with disabilities to make their homes safe and accessible, so they can remain in their communities and avoid unnecessary institutional care."
These $31.4 million in awards will be delivered through three DHCR programs:
A full listing of projects organized by region
is also available on the DHCR website (http://www.nysdhcr.gov).
