July 3, 2024

City Leaders and The Brooklyn Community Celebrate $36 Million Dollars of Deeply Affordable Homes for Older and Formerly Homeless New Yorkers

Brooklyn, NY – The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and IMPACCT Brooklyn, the nonprofit dedicated to fostering flourishing communities and supporting local businesses in Central Brooklyn, in partnership with today, cut the ribbon on the 811 Lexington Avenue Senior Residences, a transformative project located at the former Mars Fudge and Fruit Company site in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn.

Situated on a 15,500 square foot lot, the 811 Lexington Avenue development offers affordable living for older New Yorkers, with 64 units, including a super unit, of deeply affordable housing specifically designated for older adults at risk of homelessness. The $36 million investment underscores the commitment to addressing housing insecurity among older adults in the community.

"The 811 Lexington Avenue Senior Residences exemplify how our city can build communities that respect and support older New Yorkers at risk of homelessness," said Deputy Mayor for Housing, Economic Development and Workforce Maria Torres-Springer. "I want to thank IMPACCT Brooklyn and all of the partners for bringing this project to life and providing such a wonderful model of deeply affordable and supportive housing."

"Converting an old parking lot into a life-changing, beautiful building is a win for everyone and that's exactly what we did at 811 Lexington," said NYC Commissioner of Housing Preservation and Development, Adolfo Carrión Jr. "These sixty-four homes are designed to meet the needs of older New Yorkers, providing affordable, safe housing that allows aging in place and fosters a sense of community without the worry of being displaced or forgotten. Thank you to IMPACCT Brooklyn and all the partners that made this project possible."

The new four-story, 63-unit senior housing complex is a testament to the collaboration between IMPACCT Brooklyn, HPD, and the Northeastern Conference of Seventh Day Adventists (NCSDA). Notably, 20 units are designated for seniors at risk of homelessness, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for Central Brooklyn’s most vulnerable community members. IMPACCT Brooklyn will provide case management and additional support services to residents.

All units are affordable to households with incomes ranging from 0% to 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI), ensuring that the most vulnerable residents have access to safe and stable housing. This range of affordability targets a broad spectrum of low-income individuals and families, providing them with an opportunity to live in a supportive and sustainable community.

The building amenities will make 811 Lexington Avenue Senior Residences a comfortable and convenient place for seniors to call home. The development offers a multi-purpose community room, laundry facilities, outdoor parking, a rooftop recreation room, a landscaped garden, a 24-hour building superintendent, a common courtyard, a bike room, and a social services office.

“No New Yorkers, and especially not our older adults, should have to fear that they won’t have a beautiful and safe place to call home,” said Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso. “The opening of 811 Lexington will provide much-needed affordable units as well as the amenities and social services that will allow our older adults to age in place comfortably. Thank you to IMPACCT Brooklyn, HPD, and the many other partners who brought this vision to Bed-Stuy.”

“Having witnessed this exciting project since the groundbreaking, the ribbon-cutting ceremony is a proud moment in IMPACCT Brooklyn's long history of community service. 811 Lexington Avenue Senior Residences embody our commitment to providing affordable, safe, and supportive housing for our seniors, ensuring they continue to be a vital part of our community.” says Yvonne I. Cummings, Board Chair, IMPACCT Brooklyn.

“For six decades, IMPACCT Brooklyn has prioritized the needs and prosperity of Brooklyn's diverse communities. The opening of 811 Lexington Avenue Senior Residences continues IMPACCT Brooklyn’s mission to advocate for affordable housing and create supportive environments where all residents can thrive.” said Diana Breen, Interim Executive Director, IMPACCT Brooklyn.

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About New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development

The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation’s largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is to promote quality housing and diverse, thriving neighborhoods for New Yorkers through loan and development programs for new affordable housing, preservation of the affordability of the existing housing stock, enforcement of housing quality standards, and educational programs for tenants and building owners. For full details visit www.nyc.gov/hpd and for regular updates on HPD news and services, connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @NYCHousing. 

About IMPACCT Brooklyn

IMPACCT Brooklyn, formally known as the Pratt Area Community Council, is a community development corporation committed to helping residents build and sustain flourishing communities in Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Bedford Stuyvesant, Crown Heights, and Prospect Heights. IMPACCT Brooklyn works hand-in-hand with community members to preserve and develop affordable housing, promote commercial revitalization, strengthen local businesses, create homeownership opportunities, protect tenant rights, and prevent home loss. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @iIMPACCTBROOKLYN or visit our website impacctbrooklyn.org for the latest company news.