Queens court to become affordable housing
August 26, 2009 11:00AM
89-14 Parsons Boulevard, Dermot's Drew Spitler
The former home of the Queens family court at 89-14 Parsons Boulevard in Jamaica is in the process of receiving a $194 million renovation, which will transform the library-turned-courthouse into 346 units of affordable housing and retail space. Drew Spitler, vice president of development group Dermot, which is overseeing the project, said that his company will preserve the building's original facade, while creating a space that uses 14 percent less energy. The hope is that the building will not only provide housing to low- and middle-income families, but will also create construction jobs in the neighborhood. "We're hoping it's a catalyst for further development," Spitler said. The first round of lotteries for the space will begin this fall. [NYDN]
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Ciera Padgett
This is nice & Affordable for the Jamicia Queens
Comment #1 Posted By: Ciera Padgett 09/19/09
Kelly
Where can I go to find out more details about this?
Comment #2 Posted By: Kelly 11/04/09
JOYCE COPELAND
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT IS THE INCOME RATE? I WAS DENIED AND I WOULD LIKE ANOTHER CHANCE TO APPLY. I AM SUFFERING WITH OBESITY AND I LIVE UP SIXTEEN STEPS AND HAVE NO RAILS IN MY BATHROOM. I WENT INTO CARDIAC ARREST IN 2009 AND I WAS UNABLE TO WALK FOR AWHILE. I HAVE A DEFIBULATOR IN MY CHEST AND I WALK WITH MY CANE AND I WOULD LIKE TO BE IN AN ELEVATOR BUILDING. SO PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT THE INCOME RATE IS. THANK YOU. I CAN BE REACHED AT 115-07 SUTPHIN BLVD., JAMAICA, NY., 11434. MY PHONE IS 718-529-5876. JOYCE COPELAND.
Comment #3 Posted By: JOYCE COPELAND 01/06/10
Anonymous
when will they post the lottery listings i would like to know it
Comment #4 Posted By: Anonymous 01/07/10
Anonymous
I would like to know when the lottery will be available.
Comment #5 Posted By: Anonymous 01/08/10
Anonymous
I would like information about the lottery, and what is the income rate for a single adult with no family looking for a one bedroom.
Comment #6 Posted By: Anonymous 01/13/10