Governor Hochul Announces Completion of $72M Affordable and Supportive Housing ...

Governor Kathy Hochul announces the completion of Bedford Green House II, a $72 million affordable housing development in the Bronx created by multiple state and federal agencies.

This 17-story development delivers 116 affordable apartments for families and seniors in Fordham Heights, with 70 units providing supportive services for formerly homeless residents. The building includes a ground-floor medical clinic offering community health services and features energy-efficient design meeting LEGO Gold certification standards. Part of Hochul's broader $25 billion housing initiative, this project represents continued efforts to address New York's housing crisis through multi-generational affordable housing solutions.

• Features 55 senior apartments and 70 supportive housing units with on-site medical services and occupational therapy • Includes accessibility features for mobility, hearing, and visual impairments plus community amenities like library and rooftop garden • Funded through complex partnership including federal tax credits, state bonds, and local government contributions • Supports Governor Hochul's goal to create 100,000 affordable homes statewide under her five-year housing plan