Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Affordable Housing Complex on Buffalo’s East Side

Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini

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FILE – New York Governor Kathy Hochul speaks about investments in microchip manufacturing in upstate New York at Onondaga Community College, October 27, 2022, in Syracuse, NY (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex , File)

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday announced the completion of the $19 million Olympic Avenue Apartments for low-income households.

Apartments are affordable to those earning 60% or less of the area median income.

Located in the former Public School 78 in East Buffalo, the once-vacant building now contains 46 apartments. Forty-three apartments have one bedroom and three have two bedrooms. In total, eight units are specifically intended for people with disabilities who will have access to on-site support services.

The development will provide free internet as well as energy-efficient lighting, heating and air conditioning. The apartments also feature new sidewalks, lighting, a playground and a community garden.

“This project exemplifies New York’s creativity in transforming underutilized properties into much-needed housing,” Hochul said in a statement. “Our continued investments in East Buffalo improve affordability, strengthen our communities and increase housing opportunities for all.

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