State Funding Will Rehabilitate Supportive, Transitional, and Emergency Housing in Albany, Niagara, and Suffolk Counties
Supplements New York State's Ongoing Efforts to Address Homelessness and Expand Permanent Supportive Housing Options Across the State
The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced $6.1 million has been awarded to six projects that will rehabilitate and preserve 56 units, consisting of 184 beds, of emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing in Albany, Niagara, and Suffolk counties for individuals and families that have experienced homelessness.
“The combination of affordable housing and supportive services is the most effective tool we have in addressing chronic homelessness while ensuring all New Yorkers have an opportunity to live independently and thrive,” OTDA Commissioner Barbara C. Guinn said. “Under Governor Hochul’s leadership, New York State continues to make landmark investments to expand and preserve the supply of permanent supportive housing options across the state, recognizing that stable housing is the foundation for healthier lives and stronger communities.”
The grants—awarded through a competitive process by OTDA’s Homeless Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP)—are an important component of Governor Hochul's $25 billion comprehensive Housing Plan that will help create or preserve 100,000 affordable homes across New York State, including 10,000 with support services for vulnerable populations. The six projects awarded funding had been constructed with funding previously provided by HHAP.
The SFY 2027 State Budget includes a $153 million appropriation for HHAP, continuing the $25 million increase in funding from SFY 2026 that Governor Hochul secured for the stabilization of existing HHAP projects that meet certain criteria, to shore up the existing supply of supportive housing units. In addition, for several years, HHAP’s budget has included $1 million in funding set aside for emergency shelter repairs and that funding is again included.
The projects awarded funding include:
Long Island
Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) - $600,000 in HHAP stabilization funds to rehabilitate four single-family homes consisting of 17 beds of permanent supportive housing in Suffolk County for families that have experienced homelessness. The project proposes repairs to the interiors and exteriors of the homes, including new roofs, windows, siding, boilers, hot water heaters, kitchens, bathrooms, and pavement and driveways; upgrades to the electrical system and fixtures; repairs to the fencing and the removal of trees; and an operating and replacement reserve.
Support services provided to residents of these homes include case management, referrals, supportive counseling, and advocacy services as needed.
CHI - $1.35 million in HHAP stabilization funds to rehabilitate nine single family homes consisting of 36 beds of permanent supportive housing in Suffolk County for families that have experienced homelessness. The project proposes repairs to the interiors and exteriors of the homes, including new roofs, windows, siding, boilers, hot water heaters, kitchens, bathrooms, and pavement and driveways; upgrades to the electrical system and fixtures; repairs to the fencing and the removal of trees.
Support services provided to residents of these homes include case management, referrals, supportive counseling, and advocacy services as needed.
CHI - $750,000 in HHAP stabilization funds to rehabilitate five single family homes consisting of 15 beds of permanent supportive housing in Suffolk County for families that have experienced homelessness. The project proposes repairs to the interiors and exteriors of the homes, including new roofs, windows, siding, boilers, hot water heaters, kitchens, bathrooms, pavement and driveways; upgrades to the electrical system and fixtures; repairs to the fencing and the removal of trees.
Support services provided to residents of these homes include case management, referrals, supportive counseling, and advocacy services as needed.
Western New York
YWCA of the Niagara Frontier (YWCA) - $674,737 in HHAP stabilization funds for the moderate rehabilitation of Carolyn’s House, which provides 19 units/78 beds of transitional housing in Niagara County for women who have experienced homelessness and their children.
This building was originally constructed in 1915 and rehabilitated by HHAP in 2005. Proposed work includes repairing or replacing the roof, elevator, fire system, camera system, two 20-year-old boilers, and carpeting.
Support services provided to residents of these homes include individualized case management, referrals, legal advocacy, benefits assistance, employment enhancement, parenting assistance, financial literacy training, and life skills management.
Capital Region
Equinox, Inc. - $750,000 in HHAP stabilization funds to substantially rehabilitate five units/eight beds of transitional housing in Albany for youth who have experienced homelessness. Proposed work includes the substantial rehabilitation of the interior and exterior of the building, including installation of energy efficient mini-split heat pumps and heat pump water heaters; removal of old boilers, baseboard heaters, and abandoned piping; replacement of 36 windows and the roof; masonry repointing and brick repairs; lintel replacement; reconstruction of the basement access and foundation wall; installation of new LED exterior lighting and modernized security camera system; kitchen and bathroom upgrades; driveway and parking reconstruction to improve accessibility; rear yard and ramp replacement; and installation of rooftop solar panels.
Support services provided to residents include case management, referrals for health and mental health care, and assistance securing permanent housing.
Equinox, Inc. - $2 million in HHAP stabilization funds to substantially rehabilitate 14 units/30 beds of emergency housing at their domestic violence (DV) shelter in Albany for survivors of domestic violence who have experienced homelessness. The shelter was originally constructed in 1900 and rehabilitated by HHAP in 2006. This project proposes the substantial rehabilitation of the interior and exterior of the DV shelter. The scope of work includes restoring the integrity of the building envelope; addressing structural deficiencies; modernizing building systems; window replacement; repairing damaged stained-glass windows; roof replacement; sewer line and backflow system replacement; bathroom, kitchen. and laundry room renovations; replacement of flooring; wiring and lighting upgrades to improve security; replacement and renovation of the front entry door; and construction of a covered outdoor area for children’s play programming.
Support services provided to residents include wrap-around case management to assist in securing permanent housing, legal services, and referrals to counseling and health care.
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