In December 2021, MDG announced the closing of $490 million in financing to preserve and rehabilitate Williamsburg Houses, a 1,620-unit public housing complex in Brooklyn. The renovations of Williamsburg Houses will comprehensively improve the site, while simultaneously providing necessary social services support and property management. First built in the late 1930s and originally called the Ten Eyck Houses, the property is in desperate need of extensive repairs which will be carried out by MDG. Rehabilitation work will include upgrading all apartments and common areas; modernizing building facades, elevators, security, and heating systems; and abating environmental hazards such as lead-based paint.
In addition to all property improvements, the PACT program will provide Williamsburg Houses with energy and sustainability improvements and will help to address the specific needs of the property identified by residents. Wavecrest Management is now responsible for the day-to-day operations at Williamsburg Houses, including rent collection, maintenance requests, leasing, rental renewals, and more.
The property spans 20 residential buildings, and is bordered by Bushwick Avenue, Scholes Street, Leonard Street, and Maujer Street in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood. Additionally, the property is an official New York City Landmark and was added to the National Register of Historic Places this past year.
In partnership with Saint Nick’s Alliance and Grand Street Settlement, two local nonprofits with deep ties to the community and a commitment to serving New Yorkers, social services will be provided to all residents of the complex, including senior services, skills training and job placement programs, educational opportunities, and more.
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