Housing/Community Development
Mt. Vernon Manor, Inc.
A long-vacant rowhome and two adjacent vacant lots offer Mt. Vernon Manor Community Development Corporation (CDC) the opportunity to combine new CDC offices and community space with affordable housing options. A recessed “front porch” and glass storefront will draw residents into the CDC’s offices, which include community flex space and a community room accommodating 100. A separate entrance with an elevator makes the affordable apartments above accessible. A renovated rowhome next door provides another affordable housing choice.
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Infill development fits with existing buildings on the block
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A rear terrace does double duty as a performance space and fire egress for the community room
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A sliding screen secures the office entrance at night
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The development site: two lots and a vacant rowhome
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The size of the apartments above the offices can increase with the addition of a fourth floor
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Plans for the renovated rowhome
