A plan draws criticism from Harlem residents for projecting prices above the affordable range for a majority of community members.
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“The transformation of the former Lincoln Correctional Facility will expand affordable homeownership in Harlem with 105 units for working New Yorkers, creating opportunities for working families to build intergenerational wealth,” an ESDC spokesperson wrote in a statement to the. “ESD, in partnership with its development partner, remains committed to working with local leaders and to ensure this project serves the community and its needs.
At the hearing, Cleare and Smith criticized the use of AMI’s as a measure of affordability, due to it being significantly higher than the incomes of district residents. “I want to echo District Leader Smith’s testimony and urge the ESDC to halt any future action on this project until more community input is taken into account, and deeper affordability is finally promised.”
Several Harlem residents echoed Cogsville’s dissatisfaction with the ESDC, noting the organization’s lack of meaningful community engagement at the Jan. 23 hearing.
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