Residential Real Estate News Summary
1st Quarter 2008
Canandaigua - Preliminary plans calls for 374 apartments and townhouses, with small stores on 67,000 sq. ft. The housing would sell for about $250,000. An additional $140 will go towards renovation and 21,000 sq. ft. of new commercial space for Parkway Plaza. (12/4)
Pittsford - Ketmar Development is interested in building The Cottages at Malvern Hills, 27 homes on a 23 acre parcel between Mendon Road and West Bloomfield Road. There is no set timetable for the development. (12/5)
Rochester – Construction on the Charlotte Square project should begin in 2008. Local building trades are lending developers $10 million to fund the 40 high end condos in the East End. Charlotte Square Condos will be priced between $220,000 – $400,000. Construction will needs for the project will create 40-50 jobs. The condos could generate $420,000 in annual tax revenue for the city. A possible second phase of the project is likely for a smaller parcel of land in the area, appraised at $160,000. (12/19)
Irondequoit – Providence Housing plans to break ground this Spring to build a 45-unit Senior Housing complex. A $450,000 low interest loan will be granted to Providence Housing Development Corp. to support the affordable senior housing project. Apartments are expected to open early 2009. (1/10)
Brighton - Anthony Costello & Son Development would like to build a residential community sough of Route 590, adjacent to the Erie Canal. Referred to as The Reserve, will include 350 units on 63 acres of land. (1/2)
Fairport – The former Fairport Market could be replaced with Tow Path Park, a new housing complex. The proposal includes 22 rental apartment units and 11 condominiums on a 1.62 acre lot, fronting the Erie Canal. Currently the space is being leased by Industrial Development Agency, who purchased the parcel for $400,000 from the village a year ago. Developers are hoping for an open date before the end of 2009. (2/7)
High Falls – The ground breaking ceremony was held Wednesday for the $ 17.8 million Mills at High Falls project. New plans for the project includes 67 one and two bedroom apartments, rent ranging from $600 - $1,000, along with 2,550 sq. ft. commercial space, half of the size in the original proposal. The city is investing $2.4 million, other funds will come from the state tax exempt bonds and tax credit equity. Plans for townhouses may return in the 2nd phase of the project. (2/7)
Greece – Autumn Woods was demolished earlier this year to make room for the Lehigh Park apartment complex. Construction is closer to getting started on building the 16, two-story building to house the 128 apartment unit . The approval for the final site plans is in order before construction can begin. (2/13)
4th Quarter 2007
Brighton – Plans are in place to construct a residential community of more than 300 living units on 63 acres south of Route 590. It would be built next to the Erie Canal, with an access road off of South Clinton Avenue, and several apartment buildings would be a short walk from the canal. (9/19)
Irondequoit – The Lighthouse Pointe project may not get off the ground due to a lack of funding to clean up the contaminated area, and the developers are currently suing the state for funding. RSM’s plans to build 48 condominiums in the area may be unsuccessful due to the neighbor’s complaints that the condos would ruin their view of the lake, further more the Planning Board is having trouble envisioning the condominiums fitting on only 6 acres of land. (9/10)
Rochester - Local churches from Rush, Henrietta, Chili and Spencerport are looking to raise money to build a Habitat for Humanity home in Rochester. They will need to raise $65,000. (10/17)
Brighton – A proposal is being considered for a new housing project just beyond interstates 390 and 590, on an open field off of South Clinton Avenue. The neighborhood would have 336 housing units on 63 acres. The plan would leave 40 percent of the site as green space. Current plans include building heights 75 ft. above grade, Brighton only allows 40 feet. The project is causing conflict for local environmentalists who are unhappy with the decision to build a housing complex in that area. (10/29)
Henrietta – A housing project for RIT students, a $72 million Park Point project, is scheduled to be complete by August. It will feature an array of apartments and a retail development. (11/13)
Victor – Beachland Consulting LLC wants to renovate an 1800’s cobblestone schoolhouse and build two structures of 7,000 and 5,400 square feet on a triangle-shaped two acres at the corner of High Street, High Street Extension, and Route 96. The property would have to be rezoned by the Town Board from residential to planned development district. With a 3-2 vote, the town decided that the application was complete, starting a formal review process. (11/14)
Victor – The Town Board has voted to accept an environmental report as complete for the Bluestone Creek proposal. Bluestone Creek calls for a tract of patio homes and apartments on 75 acres between Old Dutch and Wangum roads. The Town Board will have to approve a zoning change from industrial to residential. (11/14)
Victor – The DiMarco Group will propose, Fishers Ridge, the 750,000 sq. ft. development for a nearly 100-acre lot on Route 96. Plans will include a mix of homes, stores, restaurants and a hotel. (11/14)
Rochester – Approval from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is expected sometime in the next few weeks for the redevelopment plan of Rochester’s River Park Commons. Conifer Realty LLC wants to tear down the four low-rise buildings at the complex, which now includes 402 units of affordable housing, and rebuild with 100 residences. Eighty of the residences would be market-rate residences and twenty of them would be subsidized housing. (11/23)
Perinton – Longwell Builders LLC is waiting for the last board approval before breaking ground this spring on Stonebrook, a 45-acre, mixed-use development. Stonebrook will be constructed on Loud and Thayer roads. Plans include 52 townhomes, 32 patio homes, four single-family homes and a commercial building with space for up to seven retail and service tenants. The units will list between $250,000 and $290,000. (11/23)
3rd Quarter 2007
Morgan Managements – Morgan Managements has closed on 6 apartment communities for $47 million. The complexes include 990-unit Waverly Woods in Webster, 184-unit King Court in Irondequoit, 290-unit Glenbrook in Gates, 116-unit Lake Vista in Charlotte, 40 unit Brighton Gardens in Brighton and West view Commons in Gates. (5/3)
Finger Lakes – Bluestone Creek will hold a meeting to inform the residents of its intentions for the 75 acre lot adjacent to Fisher Park. The plans include 100 patio homes, 120 apartments in 6 buildings and a 20,000 sq. ft. college center. Upon completion, the project would total 286,000 sq. ft. The site would first need to be rezoned from industrial zone. (5/29)
Farmington – Glacier Lakes Resorts has proposed a $78 million, water park project. The project includes a 70,000 sq. ft. in-door water park, two hotels, a conference center, a restaurant, fitness center, spa, arcade and a gift shop on Route 332. In the future, the developers would also request and additional 350,000 sq. ft. to build stores, restaurants and a theater along the same route. The plan would be revisited by the Planning Board on July 18. If approved this summer, construction could begin in November. Glaciers Lakes could open spring of 2009. (6/7)
Manchester – The Village of Shortsville will
occupy 3.5 acres of town land to build 24 low-income apartments. The
$3.8 million project will include 3 buildings on the east side of
East Avenue, one building will include 12 two-bedroom units, the second
building will have 8 one-bedroom units, and the last building, 4 three-bedroom
units. Upon funding approval, the construction will begin no later
than October. (6/11)
Henrietta – Autumn Woods will soon undergo
redevelopment. Mark IV plans on building new upscale apartments for
senior citizens and couples. The new project, now called Leigh Park
Apartments will consist of 16 two-story apartment buildings, housing
eight apartments. The rent would range from $850 – $1050 per
month. Mark IV is also requesting rezoning for sections of the area,
to allow for multi-residential buildings, currently it is zoned single
family. The new site plan must be approved by the town’s Planning
Board before construction can start. (6/13)
Greece – Unity Health System is planning an expansion of its senior housing complex off Long Pond road. The $21 million project includes a new assisted living center, the addition of 30 new units, a 20 apartment memory care unit, 40 unit enriched living center, a media center and computer rooms, chapel and community room. Construction on the project is expected to being in 2008. The project will be completed in 2010. (6/29)
Rochester – Rochester will receive about $300,000 in grants to assist funding for three affordable housing projects. The South Wedge Planning Committee will oversee a $75,000 grant for rehabilitation of houses in urban neighborhoods, Housing Opportunites Inc. received $87,515 for the Mildred Johnson Estates development project, the Marketview Heights Association will receive $140,000 to help low income homebuyers with closing costs and down payments. (7/4)
Rochester – Fernwood Park, Norton Village and Ramona Park will undergo renovations beginning in November. The $26 million renovation project includes some remodeling, new bathrooms, kitchens, lighting, painting, etc. Community centers will be added at each site over the next two years. (7/10)
Bayside Proposal - The Penfield Town & Planning Boards will hold a joint meeting to hear developer Richard Gollel’s plan to build 16 buildings, featuring 32 townhouses and 36 condominiums on Woodhaven Drive. (7/27) Richard Gollel will unveil his plan to build town houses and condos ranging from 1,700 sq. ft. to 3,000 sq. ft. at 41 Woodhaven Drive. The condos or townhouses could cost up to 250,000 or more. Plans will go to the Boards August 9. (7/28)
Henrietta - Legacy at Erie Station will open July 15. About 24 of the 96 apartments will be complete. The remaining 72 will open through out the summer. Studio apartments, one and two bedroom apartments are available. Rent will began at $1,420 per month. There will be an on-site fitness center, library, beauty salon and barber shop in addition to other features. Once the project is completed about 30 new jobs will be added. (7/11)
Manchester – Plans for a 72-unit apartment complex are on hold until a more extensive environmental review can be performed. John Barry of Four Clovers, Inc. wants to build nine two-story apartment buildings on 14 acres. The land is bordered by a baseball field, a park, federally protected wetlands, and houses along State Street. More than four acres would be set aside as open space. The two-bedroom units would rent for $700 to $750 per month, and would not be federally subsidized. (8/8)
Penfield – A housing development planned for the south end of Irondequoit Bay has neighbors worried about traffic and environmental problems. The plan is to construct 16 duplex buildings and a three-story, 36 condominium buildings off of Empire Blvd. and Woodhaven Drive. (8/10)
Downtown Rochester –Tenants are moving to new developments along the Genesee River and former commercial buildings, renovated into loft-style apartments. 582 housing units have been added downtown since 2000, for a total of 2,434. Two-thirds of those are market-rate units and one-third are subsidized. The vacancy rate for the market-rate apartments was 6.6% earlier this year, which is up about 1% from a year earlier. 105 new units are under construction and 125 have been proposed. (8/31)
Greece – A senior-housing subdivision could be built in Greece. The Arena Development Company wants to build the Long Pond Cove subdivision at 1103 Long Pond Road. The 4.2 acre parcel would hold 10 one-story and Cape Cod-style duplex buildings. (8/30)
1st Quarter 2007
Manchester – Rochester’s Cornerstone Group LTD. received 125 applications for 20 apartments in Shortsville Meadows that were built in 2005. Now they are looking to add another 24 apartments across the street on East Avenue. In order for the apartments to get sewer and water service, the 3.5 acres that is currently in Manchester, would have to be annexed into the village of Shortsville. If all goes according to current plans, construction would start in September with an opening goal of summer 2008. (12/15)
Churchville – Churchville Housing Group begins construction in May on senior housing complex. Construction includes 33 one-bedroom apartments in one 29,398 square foot, two story building. Construction costs $3.9 million. Completion of complex projected for February of 2007. (12/15)
Brockport – State of New York embarks on a $18.2 million construction project. Plans includes construction of eight two-story apartment buildings and one community building on 89,400 square feet of land. Start date scheduled for March 2006, with a completion date of June 2007. (12/15)
4th Quarter 2006
Pittsford – Ted Spall, of Canterfield Development Corp. and Bridleridge Farms LLC, recently proposed a housing development geared toward horse owners on a 19 acre lot just north of Mendon Ponds Park. The second phase calls for 62 homes on 79 acres of land, and work isn’t expected to begin for another six to eight years. (10/25)
Henrietta – The Urban League of Rochester has received a $2.2 million grant from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development that it will use to build a 20-unit housing complex for middle and low-income seniors. The proposed site is located on East River Road, and the one-bedroom apartments are expected to be available by late 2007 or early 2008. (11/2)
Home Properties – Rochester based Home Properties Inc. has paid $67.1 million for a 469 unit apartment complex in Glen Burnie, MD. (11/30)
Honeoye Falls – Maggie Brooks announced the first affordable housing complex to be built in the village of Honeoye Falls, which will also be the first in the area designed with the visually impaired in mind. The 40-unit complex, Seneca Place, will be made available through a partnership among county and village officials, owners Conifer Realty LLC, and the Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired-Goodwill Industries, on a five-acre site on Pine Trail off West Main Street. Construction on the $5.3 million project is set to begin in the spring and should be completed in a year. Funds are being provided from various sources including the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal, the county’s HOME program, a federal Community Development Block Grant, and the Federal Home Loan Bank of NY. (12/7)
3rd Quarter 2006
Greece – The Grecian Gardens Apartment complex was purchased by an entity of Houlihan Parnes/iCap Realty Advisors for $9.3 million. (6/27)
Greece – Ben-Fall Development is planning a subdivision on 74 acres south of Peck Road and east of Manitou road. Stonewood Manor would include 35 single-family detached houses and 29 single-family attached townhouses. (7/27)
College Campus – Monroe Community College is adding a 366-bed residential complex by fall 2007. Finger Lakes Community College also expects to add new student housing this year, accommodating 350 students (7/31).
Natapow – Morgan management LLC has purchased five residential properties from Natapow Realty Corp. The negotiations have included a Penfield property for $2.7 million, a Spencerport property for $4 million, and a property on Dewey Ave. for more than $5 million. Natapow president states that the firm has no plans at this time to sell its remaining 400 residential units, or its commercial portfolio. (8/4)
Home Properties – Rochester based real estate investment trust, Home Properties Inc., is selling it’s upstate New York rental housing properties, numbering 4,567 units, to focus on expanding in high growth regions in eastern states. Corporate headquarters will remain in the area, and local employees should not be affected. (8/4)
Penfield – Wegman Cos. Inc. (unrelated to the grocery store chain) has received approval from the town of Penfield for construction of a 59 acre townhouse complex on State Road. The development will include 124 townhouses, a clubhouse and pool, but keep about half of the property as open space. The company purchased the property for $1.1 million, and took out $5 million in building loans for the project. Wegman Cos. Is also working on an expansion of their assisted-living facility, the Landing, in Clarkson. (8/18)
Perinton – Aristo Development Inc. is constructing a 22-house project on 10.6 acres along the Erie Canal. The Canal Grove project began in spring and is expected to take another two and a half years to complete. The homes will start at 2,000 square feet and range in price from $300,000 to $450,000. (8/25)
Greece – Developer Forest Creek Equity Corp.
is proposing a mix of patio homes and townhouses off of Janes Road
by 390. The Regency Park subdivision on about 65 acres would consist
of 67 patio homes, 56 2-unit town homes, and 108 four-unit town homes,
selling for around $150,000. (9/14)
2nd Quarter 2006
Perinton – Housing developer, A & D, is proposing a rezone of five plus acres at the intersection of Turk Hill and Pittsford-Palmyra roads for a new development. The Planning Board supports building homes on this site, but not as many as A & D wants. The concern is due to the area containing wetlands that may be prone to flooding. A & D said that it needs to build 12 homes to make the project feasible, but the Planning Board states that there must be benefit to the town overall. Planning Board Chairman will discuss with the Town Board which will decide whether to rezone. (3/16)
Henrietta – Housing Opportunities Inc. is looking to build an 88-unit complex on Lehigh Station road. The project has been unfinished for over 2 years due to a previous developer backing out. Area residents are concerned over the possibility of the new development offering low-income housing, but the town supervisor states that it’s not up to the town to pass judgment based on subsidy issues. (3/22)
Rochester – Groundbreaking of Carlson Commons launches phase II of the largest revitalization housing project in the cities history, and will add 77 affordable homes to the Plymouth-Exchange St. area. The combined efforts of California-based equity investor, WNC & Associates Inc., and the Rochester Housing Authority will improve living conditions for approximately 600 people over a 3 phase project. The 3 phases total a cost of $28 million, of which Carlson Commons comprises $15.2 million. (3/31)
Natapow – In pursuit of new ventures, Natapow Realty Corp. is selling the majority of its residential properties. Morgan Management LLC will soon have purchased 1,628 rental units, formerly owned by Natapow. Continuing to hold a substantial commercial portfolio, Natapow currently retains a little over 400 residential units. It appears that the decision to downsize the residential side of the business is based on the family’s desire to simplify and allow the individual members more freedom. (3/31)
Perinton – Anco Development has received approval from the town Planning Board to add a private drive to an area that is now an empty lot on Emerald Hill Circle. The private drive leading to a newly proposed subdivision was opposed by residents of Emerald Hill Circle, but approved by the board. (4/13)
East Rochester – The last undeveloped site in East Rochester will see construction begin in June. Wells Landing will be a new residential development spread over 20 acres off of Route 31F, and will include 80 town homes and 13 homes. At the time of this article there were more than 150 potentially interested buyers that had to wait until June, when orders would be taken. East Rochester officials did not want to have rental units there, and the developer, Robert Nuccitelli, didn’t either. Everyone is taking extra precaution to ensure that no environmental contamination takes place in the construction. (4/14)
Victor – S&J Morrell Inc. is proposing a development that would include a 226 unit housing tract on 75 acres between Old Dutch and Wangum Roads, near Fishers Park. The property is zoned for light industrial and commercial use, but would need to be rezoned for planned development by the Town Board if this new housing plan is to go through. Concerns expressed at the Board Meeting included the density of the housing and the impact on a nearby intersection. The project, currently called Blue Stone Creek at Fishers Park, will be formally presented to the Victor Planning Department shortly, and includes 100 apartments, 115 patio homes and 11 single-family homes. (4/25)
South Bristol – Ketmar Development Corp. is proposing a 20 home project off of Seneca Point Road, including two possible variations. Ketmar had to revise the original plan due to a settlement with a group of residents. The updated plan has the 47-acre property divided into 20 lots, half of the original plan, 5 docks, each with four boat slips and space for 5 moorings. There is a lot of concern surrounding the steep cliff that the site is located on, the possibility of erosion, and ensuring the necessary drainage. There will be ongoing discussion on this project between the company and the DEC. (4/25)
Downtown Development – The city has chosen development companies for two projects in downtown/east end districts. Christa Development Corp. will be working on 1.25 acres of city-owned land on Charlotte St. behind the Little Theatre. The Charlotte property is slated for a townhouse project, but some environmental issues must be addressed before moving ahead. The second project has been assigned to Plan Architectural Studio P.C., involving the renovation of a three-story building on South Ave. near the former Brickyard bar. The development of the building would include commercial space on the first floor and residential second and third floors. Negotiations are in the works for other area properties. (5/5)
Canandaigua – Wegman Companies Inc. has pulled a proposal for 154 townhomes on Parrish St., temporarily until the town changes the zoning regulations on the property. At that point, the land would need to be rezoned to accommodate the proposed number of homes. (5/8)
Canandaigua – S&J Morrell Inc. will have to wait a bit longer for the zoning decision on the property for their proposed Middle Cheshire Road subdivision. The town board voted to change density from one-acre to two-acre minimum lots, indicating that S&J might have to revamp their plans altogether. (5/17)
East Bloomfield – Residents of the growing Kelly’s Landing subdivision sent a letter to the town board complaining that they have been left out of meetings regarding further development of their neighborhood. In response, Code Enforcement Office has stated that the referenced meeting is routine in any project, and not subject to the Open Meetings Law of the state. The developer, Fred Haeflien, is looking to build a 1,900 foot road connecting 10 new homes to Fish Brook Run. So far, this portion of the development had not yet been approved. (5/19)
1st Quarter 2006
Brighton – A local construction company has asked the Town of Brighton to rezone land on Elmwood Avenue in order to build an apartment complex. Plans are to build 10, 2-story buildings with six units each and another 12, 2-story units with 8 units each. The current zoning would need to be changed from low-density residential to medium to high-density in order to begin building. The zoning was approved after the developer agreed to designate 16 acres of wetlands to the town along with other conditions. The complex should be completed in 2 years. (2/15)
Canandaigua – A subdivision has been proposed to the City and Town for 73-home development on 50 acres which straddles both municipalities. 39 of the homes will be built within the town of Canandaigua portion, while 34 homes will be built within the city limits. A joint public hearing will be held regarding various conflicting issues regarding plowing, drainage, and water. The proposal calls for 2 clustered subdivisions with homes on 1/3 of an acre. (1/23)
Greece – Plans were approved by the Planning Board to build Hawk’s Landing, a 16 homes subdivision on 20 acres north of Frisbee Hill Road. The homes will be clustered in order to preserve open space which will be conveyed to the Town. Area neighbors will be able to tap into the water and sewer lines running to Hawk’s Landing and have water runoff cut by 30% with a new drainage system. (12/22)
Mendon – A housing subdivision received preliminary site plan approval from the Town Board for an 87-acre parcel off of Pittsford-Mendon Road. Mendon Green will have 54 lots on 34 acres with the remainder 53 acres left open. The ranch and cape cod-style single-family homes will target empty nesters and be from 1,800 to 2,400 square feet. The new homes will be priced from $300,000 to $450,000. (12/22)
Mendon – The Town Board voted to enact a 6 month building moratorium on new applications for development after a unanimous decision. The Comprehensive Plan was written in 2000 to help preserve the town’s unique characteristics. A moratorium will allow town officials to update its Comprehensive Plan and incorporate recommendations by committee into town zoning and planning codes. The town could extend the moratorium if needed. (1/25)
Palmyra – The Willow Landing affordable housing complex located on the former Palmyra Airport is expected to be completed in the spring with 40 units available. One, two and three bedroom apartments will be available to qualifying families which include a community building. A second phase for 24 units was approved by the Town Planning Board, but no plans to build have been finalized. (2/21)
Perinton – Under new zoning restrictions, the first set of plans were submitted to the Town Board for a 42.5 acre development in the middle of three developed neighborhoods. The plans call for 16 single-family homes, 87 town homes and 10,000 square feet of commercial space on Route 31. Through a lengthy process, the project would give the public the exact blueprint of the development before getting approved. The new restrictions will give the developer and town the ability to work out every issue before a vote and calm neighbors fears. (12/29)
Perinton – After revising their drawings, developers submitted modified plans to build 18 patio-style homes on Pebble Hill Road to the Town Planning Board. The concept plan was approved that included a new design and home layout on the 10.37 acre parcel. A 3.5 acre parcel will be donated to the town for open space and a new storm water management system. (3/9)
South Bristol – The Town Planning Board issued expansion approval to Bristol Harbour for a two phase building project. Plans include 30 duplexes and 3 single-family homes located between Cliffside Drive and Seneca Point Road. Starting prices for the homes will be $350,000. Currently, Bristol Harbour has 310 residences which include condominiums, single-family and patio homes, and townhouses. (2/9)
South Bristol – An agreement has been made between the developer of Seneca Point Landing and a group of neighbors that had brought a lawsuit against the project last fall. Instead of 40 homes on 40 acres, the development will have 20 homes on 20 acres, with the remaining 20 acres undeveloped. The waterfront will have 20 dock slips and 5 buoys as opposed to 40 docks. The project will be subject to a lengthy environmental review by the DEC before building can begin. (2/28)
West Bloomfield – The Town Planning Board has put the development of Tower Lakes Estate on hold after the developer started work before receiving any permits. Two ponds have been dug on the 75-acre subdivision before getting approval from the DEC. Public hearings and a road dedication for the subdivision have been put on hold by Town officials until the permits from the DEC and US Army of Corp Engineers are complete. (3/6)
4th Quarter 2005
Brighton -The Legacy Senior Living Communities, built and owned by Mark IV Construction, opened their latest senior housing complex in Henrietta, Legacy at Clover Blossom. Mark IV has made the senior living facilities 20% of their business, and expect that to increase to 50% in five years. There are projects in various stages in Chili, Victor, Greece and Henrietta to build Legacy senior living facilities, meanwhile the company is scouting Monroe County for additional property. Mark IV was ranked 2nd in the area as a leading home builder with more than 200 units built in 2004. (10/28)
Canandaigua - Five housing proposals are before the Town Planning Board for a total of 324 homes and one168-unit apartment development. 50 acres on Routes 5 & 20 between Parrish Street Extension and Middle Cheshire Road is the site of proposed 154 single-family homes; another 61 homes are proposed for 61 acres on the east side of Middle Cheshire Road between Foster and Wyffels Roads. The subdivision will be clustered with 41 acres left as undeveloped. The Planning Board is still working with builders on 2 proposed subdivisions in the Town. The 71 homes on West Lake Road include a clubhouse and private marina and are seeking variances; and a public hearing is scheduled for a 38 lot subdivision on Brickyard Road. The 168 apartment complex proposed for Buffalo Street Extension is also scheduled for a public hearing. (12/12)
Greece - A proposal was submitted to the Town Board to build a senior citizens housing development on 17 acres on the corner of Latta and Flynn Road. The property is currently zoned agricultural and would need a multiple-family zoning in order to build the 26 duplex townhomes. The 52-unit senior housing units would sell for $130,000. Area neighbors thought the property should be changed to a low-density single family development. (11/23)
Greece - A proposed subdivision near Frisbee Hill Road has local residents concerned about water drainage after a catch basin was installed improperly, which has caused flooding on the road. Hawks Landing will place 16 homes on 20 acres with 7 acres being donated to the town for open space. The donation allows the builders to cluster the homes and permanently preserve the open space. The developer has promised that the project will help the drainage situation. (11/24)
Henrietta - The town board voted to rezone 185 acres next to Belfry Golf Course to residential making it possible for the new subdivision to move forward. The outline is for 235 homes located on 185 acres around the golf course. Developers believe that the housing development will make the fledging golf course viable after years of financial troubles. The project goes in front of the Town Planning Board for further approvals. No start date has been set. (12/14)
Irondequoit - A developer has proposed a 12-house subdivision on a 23 acre parcel in the Seabreeze neighborhood which has local residents upset. The property consists of steep slopes and wetlands between Durand-Eastman Park and Trelawne Drive. Only 3 acres of the property is viable for the development with a one-lane road for access, which would be widened and include water and sewer lines. Neighbors are upset about the serious impact the construction would have on the area and would like to see the property kept as open space. The Planning Board delayed decision until the DEC reviews the site's wetlands. (11/29)
Perinton - Plans for the first phase of a large subdivision will be presented to the Planning Board for 216 acres on Monroe-Wayne County Line Road and Wakeman Road. Preliminary approval for the whole subdivision was given back in August, but each of the seven stages needs final approval from the town. The first phase will be 26 patio homes on 109 acres, of which, 89 acres will be donated to the town for open space. Included in the open space will be trails which will connect Crescent Trail to the Trails of High Acres. (11/23)
Rochester - RIT and Living Communities LLC are building a senior living community on the former site of the RIT's Racquet Club apartments. Demolition of 23 RIT buildings is expected to be completed by the end of October. The complex will be 38 acres and include 70 cottage-style homes located within the RIT campus. The homes will sell for $165,000 to $196,000 and available by next summer. The project also includes 80 apartments with rent starting at $1850. Residents will have access to a variety of RIT services, activities and classes at a reduced cost. (9/30)
South Bristol - A Supreme Court judge imposed a halt work order on the controversial Seneca Point Landing development in response to a lawsuit filed by local residents. The developer had superseded the approval process by dividing up the 47 acres to build 20 homes allowing each home and 30 boat slips on a steep hillside. Court papers submit that the lots lack the required 100-foot width and also meet the subdivision definition and should be subject to DEC review. (10/23)
3rd Quarter 2005
Canandaigua - Two Canandaigua developers received preliminary approval for proposed subdivisions located in the northeast section of the city. Both subdivisions will be building homes in Canandaigua Classics and will eventually be connected by roadways. Grande Meadows East will have 66 single-family patio homes on 18 acres off of Stewart Place. The patio homes are attached homes geared towards couples without children. Covington Place will have 57 single-family homes on 26.5 acres off of DeSeyn Drive. Several conditions must be met by each builder before final approval can be obtained. (7/28)
Farmington - The 470-home subdivision being proposed for 300 acres off of Route 332 has been postponed again by the town Planning Board. Auburn Meadows needs to obtain updated agreements to purchase land from 3 property owners in order to continue. If approved by the Town Board, the subdivision will be built in phases over 10 to 15 years with homes ranging from patio-style to larger, upscale homes. (7/7)
Henrietta - The Town Board rezoned 45 acres on the corner of East Henrietta and Erie Station Road which will allow for multiple housing units. A new senior complex has been proposed, and will include a two-story building with 96 apartments for independent living and another 29 buildings with 104 townhouses. Construction would begin this fall and open in the spring of 2006. The complex, called Legacy at Erie Station, will also include a fitness facilities, music rooms, library and hair salon. (7/27)
Hilton - Federal funding will help build affordable housing for seniors on Keith Lane. Owner, Unity Health Services, is building a 69-unit complex for adults 55 years old and older. The $7.2 million project will be completed sometime in 2006. Each apartment will be complete with a full kitchen, air conditioning and a patio. The apartments will also have an emergency call system. Unity Health operates 3 senior housing communities in Monroe County. (8/18)
Hopewell - Public water will be available to 101 homes later this year after the Town received a federal grant and loan to pay for the project. A total of 33,000 feet of water main will be installed on several rural roads for a total of $1.2 million. Homeowners can expect to pay an additional $642 per year which does not include the one-time hook-up charge. (3/30)
Indian Land Claim - 25 years after filing a lawsuit for lands lost 200 years ago, a three-judge federal appeal court threw out the $248 million Indian Land Claim ruling from 2000. The Cayuga Indians had won a decision in 2000 to reclaim their 64,000 acres at the north end of Cayuga Lake. The appeal decision was based on another court action by the Oneidas, an Iroquois nation, seeking lands in Oneida County. The ruling sited that too many years had passed for the Oneidas to gain control over the land. (6/29)
Penfield - The Town Board has reviewed a proposal for a town home development near Irondequoit Bay. The property would need to be rezoned for planned unit development and in exchange, the developer has offered to purchase property to expand LaSalle's Landing, a park adjacent to the town homes. Plans are for 120 townhouses on 22 acres on Woodhaven Drive. The property is currently vacant and overgrown. Plans are still in the conceptual stages. (8/4)
Perinton - Preliminary approval was given for the development of 216 acres between Monroe Wayne County Line Road and Wakeman Road for 155 homes. The builder included the donation of 90 acres of land to the town for open space, which will eventually connect the Trails of High Acres and Crescent Trails system. The development will be built in 7 phases and include patio-style homes and single-family homes. Final approval is needed before work can begin. (8/4)
Perinton - A subdivision was approved by the Planning Board east of Sunnybrook Lane. Local residents had concerns about water run-off and the number of new homes. A revised plan has been submitted by the builder with an additional access road, fewer homes and rerouting the storm water. The plans include 23 patio-style homes priced in the mid to upper $200,000. (8/11)
Pittsford - A developer has proposed building 32 homes on one of the last undeveloped pieces of land in the Town of Pittsford. The town board has already approved initial plans for the 48-acre site, formerly known as the Aldridge Farm. The next phase will be reviewing the grading, sewers and utilities, while trying to preserve the pastoral landscape and wetlands. (9/7)
Rochester - The first phase of the $28 million revitalization of the Kennedy public housing site is ahead of schedule and should be completed by April, 2006. Homes are being built on 33 vacant city lots and 6 homes have been rehabilitated in the South Plymouth and Exchange Street area. The multi-level plan also includes the renovation of The Kennedy Tower, an 80-unit senior citizen high rise; and demolishing the 76-unit Olean complex. The second phase of the project includes the rebuilding of the Olean complex with 77 apartments. In the end, 144 families will be placed in the homes. (9/2)
Rochester - The city approved the plans for the development of 1.5 acres to build 6 carriage-style homes behind the Tudor mansion at 1475 East Avenue. The six homes will mimic the mansion and surrounding neighborhood. Each home will be 2,500 to 3,000 square feet and cost upwards of $450,000. Building should begin this year. (8/19)
Shortsville - An apartment complex is being built in the village that will offer housing to lower income families and seniors. Shortsville Meadows is a $2.2 million development that will be built on East Avenue. Two buildings will have one and two bedroom apartments available for families with incomes between $23,000 and $28,000. Senior citizens rent rates will be calculated according to a federal housing expense guideline. The complex is expected to be completed by next spring. (7/14)
South Bristol - The proposed subdivision that was withdrawn in June because of zoning problems and local resistance has been revised. Ketmar Builders stepped through a loophole and has found a way to build 20 homes and 30 boat slips on Seneca Point Road without Planning Board review. Originally, plans were submitted for 37 homes and 38 boat slips, that would have needed a planned development district designation. At that time, residents had protested the proposal and Ketmar scrapped the plans. With an additional 10 acres, and new boundaries for 5 parcels, the project can move forward without a Planning Board review. Approval does have to come from the DEC for a State Environmental Quality Review before building can begin. Homes will have a minimum of 3,000 square feet and cost between $250,000 and $500,000. (7/26)
2nd Quarter 2005
Canandaigua - A home being built on West Lake Road will be torn down after being in violation of setback and height requirements codes. The 4,250-square foot house is 28 feet, 9 inches high and sits 30 feet from the lake and 52 from the road. The allowable height limit is 25 feet and setback should be at least 60 feet. Neighbors had alerted the zoning officer who found the house to be in violation. (3/16)
Canandaigua - In a City Council vote, it is now required that all new single-family homes will have garage set backs of 12 feet from the front of the house. After months of debate, the new law will make for safer and attractive neighborhoods. A number of new subdivisions are being proposed which will be affected by the setback law. Canandaigua Classics has room for 150 homes and another developer is eyeing property near Bristol Street which could generate close to 80 new homes. (4/8)
Canandaigua - Town homes that were approved in 2003 by the Town are waiting for approval from the State to incorporate its homeowner's association. The Fallbrook Meadows, a 34 unit town home community, is being developed on 7.5 acres along Route 364. Site preparation has been started and approval from the state is expected by the end of May. (5/3)
Canandaigua - A large subdivision has been pitched to the Town of South Bristol for an upscale housing community on the west side of Canandaigua Lake. A 37-acre parcel located on Seneca Point Road near Bristol Harbor Golf Course would include 37 homes. The development would have access to Canandaigua Lake and lake frontage along with boat docks for each homeowner. The proposal is under review by the town planning board. (5/6) The proposed Seneca Point Landing was withdrawn as local residents opposed the development. The attorney hired by lakefront owners argued that the subdivision only had enough space for 11 boats under the local laws. The plans called for a 38-slip marina. Developers will submit revised plans at a later date. (6/15)
Canandaigua - A Rochester developer is working with town and city officials on a 50 acre subdivision near Bristol Street and Routes 5 & 20. The property is situate in both municipalities. The 71-home subdivision would be a "cluster" plan with homes on lots smaller than 1/3 of an acre. The close building lots allow for a large common area for the subdivision. The developer is required to present their environmental and traffic studies before submitting their application. (5/26)
Fairport - The Fairport Baptist Home has expanded its senior living facility with 69 unit complex offering enhanced care options. The new facility offers one and two bedroom apartments with services including meals, laundry, personal care and 24-hour security. One bedroom apartments with services will cost $2,400 per month and the two bedroom will be $2,800 per month. The complex is scheduled to open in May. (3/24)
Fairport - Neighbors of a proposed 26-home subdivision brought up their concerns at a Planning Board meeting as the developer presented its project. "Canal Walk" would be built on 12.4 acres off Sunnybrook Lane featuring homes starting in the upper $200,000. The neighbors were worried about the water run-off and increased traffic. The Planning Board asked the developer to work with the town's Conservation Board for drainage and change the access road to Garden Circle. (4/28)
Farmington - A Rochester developer who proposed building 500 homes on 300 acres 2 years ago will be submitting preliminary plans to the town for approval. Auburn Meadows will be located west of Route 332 and be built over the next 10 to 15 years. The planning board must grant final approval for the first phase to begin. The developer has all ready received approval from the State DEC for sewer lines, and from the DPW to move the intersection of New Michigan Road and County Road 41 to the east. Plans also call for the developer to donate 50 acres to the town to use as a park. (4/27)
Greece - The Town Board rezoned two properties to make way for senior housing developments. A 10.5 acre parcel on Kirk Road was welcomed by its neighbors when rezoned from industrial to residential. The property on Maiden Lane originally included 26 townhouse duplexes, or 52 homes, on 7.5 acres. The project was scaled back by 25% to 39 dwelling as area neighbors opposed the density. Both complexes now need site plan approval from the Planning Board. (3/17)
Greece -The Town Planning Board approved preliminary plans for a subdivision located east of North Greece Road. Birkdale Park will have 75 homes on 42.99 acres. Final plans will need to be reviewed by the town board before construction can begin. (4/14)
Macedon - A subdivision has been proposed for a 41-acre parcel on Route 31 and Wayneport Road. Plans call for 47 homes, with smaller lots on the north end and larger lots closer to Wayneport Road. The developer has requested a zoning change for to allow for the different size lots. So far, the parcel meets the town's requirements for the zoning change. (5/31)
Mendon - A group of property owners dropped its lawsuit against Mendon Green, a proposed 54-lot housing development at 838 Pittsford Mendon Road. Neighbors had fought the Town and builders over density and rezoning part of the 87-acre parcel, which requires a building lot size minimum of 5 acres. Property owners had given up their fight because of the expense involved. The builder can now proceed with site-plan approval. (4/14)
Palmyra - A 5.8 acre parcel was rezoned by the Village Board so an upscale senior housing project proposed can gets its construction plans underway. The property on East Foster Street could house a building with 36 apartments, three separate buildings or an L-shaped building with a patio in the back. Each unit will have 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with living and dining areas. (5/8)
Perinton - A proposed subdivision off Aldrich Road is on hold until officials can determine the exact wetland boundaries. The Planning Board is concerned after finding the property under water at the end of March. Aldrich Glen Subdivision will be 31 homes on 18 acres with lots ranging from 1/3 to ¾ of an acre. Plans are now with the town's Conservation Board for review. (4/14) Preliminary plans were approved by the town board after the developer made changes to the layout of homes. The plans have a total of 44.8 acres with 25 acres being donated to the town for a park area. A more detailed map identifying the wetlands is still required. (6/2)
Perinton - A housing development has asked for preliminary approval from the planning board for 11 single-family homes to be built off of Kreag Road. Custom patio homes will be from 1,300 to 1,600 square feet and range from $275,000 to $425,000. Area residents attending the planning board meeting concerned about storm-water drainage and traffic. The developer plans call for a new storm system along with retaining walls to obstruct vehicle headlights. The planning board granted the preliminary plans. (6/9)
Perinton - A builder received the Town Boards assurance in a vote regarding the results of an environmental study showing that building on their site would not have a negative impact. Preliminary plans have not been submitted for approval of 155 homes on 216 acres off of Monroe-Wayne County Line Road and Wakeman Road. (6/9)
Pittsford - A proposed housing development received approval of its concept plans for 32 homes on 48 acres on the old Aldridge farm. The property is located at the northeast side of Calkins and Pittsford-Henrietta Town Line Road. Two more approvals from the town are needed before work can begin. (6/15)
Rochester - After 5 years of development and delay, Corn Hill Landing will be opening one of the apartment buildings. The $20 million project is a mixed-use space of retail and luxury apartments. The apartments range from $600 a month studio apartments to 3 or 4 bedroom apartments for $2,000 per month. The development includes a Market Square for retail, underground parking for tenants and boat docks available along the Genesee River. Completion of the whole project is expected to be December 2005 or January 2006. (3/30)
Rochester - The City is looking taking requests for proposals for the development of city owned property on Charlotte Street, behind the Eastman Theatre. The 1.25 acre parcel was cleaned up after an environmental review and the city would like to create 22 two-bedroom townhouses. Units could range from $175,000 to $250,000 per unit. The townhouses will have a row building appearance with an open floor plan and exterior patios and garden areas. (4/22)
Rochester - Land that has sat vacant for more than a year is now being developed into a $28 million housing project. Originally slated to begin construction last year, the Rochester Housing Authority has begun the first phase of 28 housing units on Ford Street. The project also includes the renovating of Kennedy Tower, an 80-unit high-rise, and building another 77 housing units. Phase one should be complete in the fall of 2006. (5/4)
1st Quarter 2005
Chili - The Planning Board finally approved phase 6 of the Park Place subdivision off of Union Street. Quorum couldn't be reached at prior board meetings, but the vote gave the go-ahead for an additional 29-lots to be built. Park Place is a 10-phase project which began in 2001. Construction of phase 6 could begin in June or July of this year. (3/9)
Greece - A proposal came before the Town Board to rezone 10 acres on Kirk Road from industrial to planned residential. Developers hope to build a 26 duplexes for senior living. The homes would range from 1,000 to 1,200 square feet. Kirk Road Villas rent would be between $900 and $1,100 per month. (12/23)
Greece - A proposal to build 50 senior townhomes off of Stoney Path Lane will need rezoning if the project is to be approved. Units would range between 1,200 and 1,500 square feet and sell for $140,000. The housing development is to be situate on 7.81 acres. If single family homes were built, only about 17 would fit. Residents have attended a public hearing concerned about density of the project and drainage. (1/20)
Palmyra - The Planning Board approved site plans for a 64-unit apartment complex to be built on the property formerly owned by the Palmyra Airport. Phase I will cost $4,400,000 and include five buildings and 40 apartments. Phase II will construct 3 buildings with 24 apartments. The developer will buy 9.55 acres for "Willow Landing" and the remaining 26 acres of the airport's property will be subdivided for building lots. (2/23)
Palmyra - Neighbors of a proposed senior housing complex have asked the Village Board not to rezone a 5.8 acre parcel to allow construction. The land is currently zoned for single-family homes and would need a variance to allow multi-family homes. A 2-story, 36-unit upscale apartment complex for people 55 and older has been proposed. Other concerns were traffic, water flow, noise and lighting. (3/9)
South Bristol - Plans for a new development were submitted to the Town Board for 41 single-family homes on Seneca Point Road. The homes of would be situate on 37 acres bought by the developer and have lake rights. Lots would range from 1/3 to one acre with 2,500 square foot of living space. The Planning Board must approve plans before building can begin. The developer hopes to get all its approval by late spring. (1/13)
Victor - A subsidized 65-unit senior apartment complex is being proposed for property off of High Street and Lane Road. Victor Senior Apartments, LLC will be situate on a 28-acre parcel and have 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Plans call for a single building to be built on a 7.5 acres with entrances on both roads. (3/1) go to top
4th Quarter 2004
Gates - A subsidized senior housing development, St. Jude's Apartments, on Lyell Avenue has begun construction of 40 additional apartments that could be completed by next fall. The $3.6 million project was funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The St. Jude's Apartments are available to seniors 62 and older with income of $20,600 or less. The apartments measure 600 square feet with one bedroom, living room, kitchen & bath. (10/22)
Greece - Plans for a subdivision were approved by the Town Planning Board for development of 42.7 acres located in North Greece. Chatham Estates plans include 31 upscale cluster homes with large areas of open space and wetlands. Homes will be sold for $400,000 and be placed in a circular subdivision with one entrance. The open space will be placed in a permanent conservation easement and remain forever wild. (10/28)
Greece - Plans were recently approved by the town Planning Board for a $32 million renovation of Orchard Place, a 47-acre, 550 unit housing complex. Renovations to the interior will include new bathroom fixtures, windows and appliances. The exterior plans call for new roadways and sidewalks, a fitness trail, playground and pavilion, plantings, new light poles, security cameras and a security guard. The apartment buildings will also be converted to gas heat. Officials of the complex are working with RTS to add a new bus stop near the complex. (11/4)
Greece - Plans for building the proposed Raspberry Pass subdivision will proceed even though area neighbors had voiced their opposition. The subdivision is located near North Greece Road and connect to Raspberry Patch Drive. Plans call for 26 homes on 18.5 acres and will cost $280,000 and consists of 2 cul-de-sacs. (11/11)
Henrietta - A new subdivision was proposed for 484 homes near the Riverton Golf Course. Berkshire Park would be located between Scottsville-West Henrietta Road and Moore Road on 308 acres. The homes would range from $120,00 and $200,000 and the whole subdivision would be constructed in 8 phases over the next 8 to 10 years. (11/14)
Perinton - Two projects in front of the Town Planning Board have been given the go-ahead after some public resistance. The Golden Phoenix apartment project will covert the existing 12-room motel into 5 apartment units in two phases. The second project, a subdivision off of Kreag Road near Route 31, subdivides the property into 14 building lots. Neighbors were concerned about the density of homes and storm water runoff. The Bentley Park Subdivision plans received preliminary site plan approval except for density. All 14 lots currently proposed may not be approved. (122)
Rochester - The former Harry Forman building on St. Paul was sold for an undisclosed amount. The new owners wants to spend $1 million to renovate it into a mix of apartments and retail space. The three-story building will have a third floor loft, second floor apartments and ground level retail. A city loan of $250,000 will help with the renovations. All renovations should be complete by the fall of 2005. (12/3)
Victor - Mark IV Construction submitted a proposal to the Planning Board for a subdivision on Gillis Road that includes 180 townhouses and a 9-hole golf course. The townhouses would be clustered in several buildings and would be designed for senior citizens and empty nesters. The townhouses would be 1,500 to 2,000 square feet and cost between $175,000 and $225,000. Area neighbors were on hand to voice their objections to the development. The Planning Board must now decide to accept the plans as complete. (10/20)
3rd Quarter 2004
Canandaigua - A plan to build a 60-unit condominium complex across from Kershaw Park was introduced to the City Council by a Bloomfield developer. The 5.5 acre parcel on Lakeshore Drive includes plans for parking on the first floor and exclusive penthouses on the 6th floor. The condos would cost an average of $300,000. City Council had hoped for retail and office space on the first floor which is part of the city's vision for Lakeshore Drive. Formal application has not been submitted and the City urged the developer to get involved with a private study for future development of Lakeshore Drive. The plan was later rescinded by the owner, who now has the property up for sale. Asking price per acre is $300,000. (7/21)
Canandaigua - Two parcels of vacant land on Lakeshore Drive are about to change hands. A 6.7 acre parcel at the corner of Lakeshore Drive and Muar Street has an accepted purchase offer and plans to subdivide. Another lot at 10-12 Lakeshore Drive will be ready to close once environmental issues are worked out. Both parcels are owned by the Boyce-Fargo family. (8/6)
Chili - The Town Zoning Board upheld its decision in a request to overturn their ruling that rejected the plans for a senior housing development near the Chili Center wetlands. The plan proposed a senior housing development on a 36 acre site which drew determined opposition from town residents concerned about the wetlands within the site. The Zoning Board also rejected the plans because of lack of compliance with the town's Planned Neighborhood zoning provisions. (6/24)
Greece - A subdivision plan was submitted to the Town Board which would put 31 cluster lots on 42.7 acres off of North Greece Road. Chatham Estates subdivision will be an upscale development offering homes for $400,000 and up. Eight acres of wetlands are included in the plans which would be turned over to the town to manage. A number of variances would have to be issued as the lots sizes are purposely non-conforming. (8/12)
Henrietta - Town Board officials have decided to sue First Niagara Bank over a partially built senior housing development, Autumn Woods, on Lehigh Station Road. A letter of credit for $178,600 was issued by the bank which assured the town funds would be available if the builder failed to finish the project. Negotiations are underway between the First Niagara and town officials. (9/15)
Rochester - The vacant Artcraft Optical building has a preliminary contract for purchase from a developer that wants to renovate the building into a mix of lofts and office space. Plans are for office space on the first 2 floors with 48 rental lofts on the top 5 floors. The renovations could cost upwards of $4 million and would begin in 2005. (7/24)
Rochester - The Medical Arts Building located on Alexander Street has been rehabilitated into an energy efficient mixed-use complex and was the featured attraction at the Energy 2004 workshop. Flower City Management bought the building in 2002 and started a $4 million renovation which should be complete by next summer. The top five floors house 31 residential units and the bottom five will be commercial space. A geothermal heating, venting and air conditioning system has been installed which is 75% more efficient than gas furnaces. This is the first building in the region to be registered on the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. (8/13)
Webster - The first phase of a $46 million senior living development is expected to be completed within a year by St. Ann's Community. The "Cherry Ridge" project is located off Ridge Road on 41 acres and will consist of 55 cottage homes, 71 apartment units, 51 assisted living suites and 24 Alzheimer units. This is one of the most ambitious developments to go up in Monroe County, although there are no specific plans for phase two or beyond. 70% of the units in the project's first phase have been sold. (9/3)
2nd Quarter 2004
Canandaigua - City officials will compromise with Ward I residents over the proposed rezoning which would have allowed homes to be built on smaller lots. Two developers have proposed 130 new homes in neighboring developments and requested rezoning in order to have their projects proceed. Residents of Ward I voiced concerns over traffic, safety, property value and drainage from a nearby wetland. The City Council voted to allow some, but not all, of the smaller lots the developers requested. The next step is to address the request by Cayer Builders to build single-family attached homes which would require rezoning. The City Council is considering revamping how it zones for residential development as attached housing is popular among baby-boomers. (4/29)
Canandaigua - A 16.9 acre trailer park located on Saltonstall Street has been sold to a land-holding company from Michigan. The Canandaigua Mobile Home Park sold for $1.82 million and includes about 87 privately owned mobile homes. This was the third trailer park to be sold in Canandaigua in a six-week period. Two of the parks are located on the lakefront and sold for $1.6 million, combined. One owner has plans to build condominiums on the trailer park situate across from Kershaw Park. (5/30)
Canandaigua - A Fairport builder purchased the property of Rockcastle Florists on the corner of Gibson and Charlotte Streets. Rockcastle's three commercial greenhouses that have stood for seven decades will be torn down. Newcastle Home Construction Corp. of Fairport plans to build 5 custom homes on the property. The homes will range from 2,400 to 2,600 square feet and starting costs will be around $260,000. (5/23)
East Bloomfield - The Town Board of East Bloomfield and the developer of Kelley's Landing moved to strike a deal to repair the road running through the subdivision. Fish Brook Run has been down to a single lane due to improper drainage and paving. A new road base, grading and drainage will be part of the work to rebuild the damaged roadway. The developer will also seek approval from the Town for the next phase of development for another 50 new homes for the area. (5/2)
Finger Lakes - Demand for lakefront properties in the Finger Lakes remains high as property values continue to rise. Canandaigua Lake property values increased 54% from 1999 to 2003, the median price in 2002 to 2003 was $341,000 to $525,100. Area listings show that fewer lakefront properties are being put up for sale, which also impacts the rising property values. The shift from a vacation home to a year-round homes is a significant factor in the market's low supply of lake shore properties. (5/14)
Greece - The Planning Board approved the Richland Townhomes project which will put 59 townhouses on 11.84 acres between West Ridge Road and Maiden Lane. The upscale townhomes will be one story ranging from $150,000 to $250,000. The buildings will have a cedar style siding and the development will have street lights and carriage lights on each building. A homeowner's association will be enacted to maintain the common area. The land was zoned for townhomes in order to help ease the major commercial development nearby. (3/25)
Henrietta - Town Board members unanimously approved a 9 month moratorium on new residential development south of the thruway. Officials will use the time to consider changes to zoning and the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to try and deal with the major influx of residential construction. The moratorium will not affect developments all ready submitted to the town. Residential development has spread steadily from the highly developed area north of the thruway to the south which is still mostly rural. In the past year about 500 acres of farmland has been turned into residential housing. (4/28)
Henrietta - The first phase of a new apartment complex, Erie Station Village, has been designed after 18th and 19th century New England and New York Towns. Built on 25 acres of green space, the village offers 155 apartments, lofts and townhouses with a mix of styles from farmhouse, barn and brick rowhouses. A planned 2nd phase of construction includes 150 more units with a daycare center and convenience store. Additional approval from the Town is needed to begin the seond phase which might begin in a year or more. (6/8)
Macedon - A proposed development for Erie Meadows has been submitted to the Planning Board for approval. The 98 acre housing tract is located between the Town Hall and Drumlin Drive. Drawings show the general layout of 123 single family homes which would start at $150,000. (5/4)
Mendon - Ryan Homes has proposed an upscale housing development for the northeast corner of Mendon that would need zoning changes to be approved. Ryan wants to build 64 homes on 87 acres east of Route 64. Zoning laws in Mendon require homes north of the thruway have a lot size minimum of 5 acres. The homes to be built would be single story Cape Cods and have an average selling price of $350,000.00. Neighbors and residents spoke out saying that the development could set a precedent in the town. They argued that changing the zoning laws would allow others the same privileges.(3/18)
Naples - The developer of a proposed 16-home development next to Resevior Creek Golf Course had a study done that proved that the village waterworks had enough capacity to serve the new homes. The builder now has to get the 47-acre parcel rezoned from agricultural to planned unit development, outline environmental issues and test home sites for septic systems. (5/23)
Perinton - A proposal has been withdrawn by Gabrielli Bros. Corp. for the application to develop 33 homes on Garden Drive. The number of homes requested was 10 more than the town would have allowed on the 12.5 acre parcel. The proposal had brought out more than 100 residents in opposition. (5/3)
Pittsford - A developer wants to build a 32-house tract on 48 acres which is located in a portion of the former Tinker-Aldrige farm on Calkins Road. The farm is part of Pittsford's original Greenprint plan. Part of the farm is also located in the town of Henrietta and is known as Tinker Nature Park. The park is home to a nature center and a historical museum. Pittsford applied for land preservation grants, but was turned down. A number of residents attending the Pittsford Planning Board meeting urged the board to proceed with caution or flat-out deny the proposal. At a Town Board meeting in June, the Calkins Road property was taken off the market and the proposed housing development was dropped. (4/14 & 6/2)
Rochester - After three years, the first phase of the downtown Temple Building rehab is complete. The top floor has 26 units which have all been rented. Improvements included in phase one were underground parking, a renovated elevator system and a retail section added to the main entrance at a cost of $5 million. Phase 2 of the rehab has begun and will cost $1 million. The fourth and thirteenth floor will be revamped to include lofts and a combination of penthouse units. (4/2)
Rochester - Christa Development has started the construction of The Sagamore on East, a 7 story condominium, retail and office space at 130-160 East Avenue. The 107,000 square foot building will be of laid brick and stone in a neoclassical style. The $15 million project and will house 23 condos ranging in price from $350,000 to $600,000. All 23 condos have been sold. (4/23)
Rochester - Construction of a $20 million residential and retail project got underway 9 months after officials broke ground. The Corn Hill Landing secured $15.8 million in financing from HUD, which took longer than expected. Plans include 127 apartments and 29,000 square feet of retail and office space on Exchange Boulevard. Apartment rents will range from $650 for a studio to $1,550 for a 3-bedroom unit. (5/20)
Rochester - A portion of the former St. Mary's Hosptial has been converted into affordable senior living apartments which will open in August. Unity Health Systems will open 33 apartments for low-income seniors in the former professional office wing of the old hospital. Named after Dr. Edward Mott Moore, a chief surgeon from 1858 to 1888 at St. Mary's, Moore Park Senior Apartments offers 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Tenants will be picked through a lottery system of qualified applicants. (5/2)
Rochester - City officials announced the plan to redevelop River Park Commons by Conifer Realty LLC. River Park is an apartment complex with a high-rise tower and four low rise buildings on Mount Hope Avenue. Long considered an eyesore, River Park was built in 1974 with flat roofs and electric heating. It was designed to house a large number of low income homes. The plan calls for renovating the high-rise building and demolishing the low rise buildings. The project costs are estimated between $30 and $35 million which could begin within a year. (5/29)
Victor - Construction has begun on a 50 unit senior housing complex called Framark Place located 2 blocks from Main Street. The new complex will cost $3.8 million and include 34 one bedroom and 16 two bedroom apartments. Rent will start at $495 for a one-bedroom and $640 for a two-bedroom. The building should be completed by early December. (4/22)
1st Quarter 2004
Canandaigua-- Two housing subdivisions for the southern portion of the Town of Canandaigua are being reviewed by the Town Planning Board. A 230-lot subdivision proposed by Morrell Builders, off of Middle Cheshire Road, is seeking to connect the proposed roadway to Wyffels Road which was not included in the original plans submitted last fall. Fox Ridge subdivision is seeking approval of its final phase of 29 lots off Butler Road. Fox Ridge homes range from $300,000 to $1 million. (3/14)
Farmington-- A&D Development Inc. has submitted a proposal to build 450 single-family homes on 300 acres on a tract west of Route 332. The plan calls for several phases of building over the next 10 to 15 years. Construction of the first few phases would be single-family homes ranging from $170,000 to $225,000. A&D has asked the town to consider adopting "incentive zoning," which means the parties would negotiate density and lot sizes in exchange for amenities paid by the developer which wouldn't normally be required. Such amenities, for example, A&D has donated 3 acres for a satellite station of the Farmington Fire Dept. Also, the developer is donating 14 acres of parkland and would preserve wooded areas.
Greece-- Two townhouse developments are being proposed in the town of Greece. A 59-unit complex will be located on North Avenue called Richland Townhomes, and the Villas at Fieldstone is a 100-unit complex on North Greece Road. Construction of townhomes has steadily declined since 1992, with figures fluctuating in recent years. 199 townhome units were built in 2001, 112 in 2002 and 99 in 2003. Richland Townhomes has area neighbors concerned about drainage problems and have petitioned against the project. The area has been plagued with water pooling from poor drainage. Other neighbors opposed the project altogether saying the undeveloped area served as a buffer for homes from the commercial development in the area. Homes being build would sell between $150,000 to $180,000. The Planning Board has asked to see a more detailed site plan with detailed landscaping. Wegman Family LLC was brought before the Greece Planning Board for cutting down 90% of the trees on property being developed for Villas at Fieldstone. A 22.46 acre parcel has been slated for 100 units out of an area of 60 acres of woods. An engineer working on the project said the developer contacted the town and said that some trees would be cut down for surveying purposes. If the townhome project is approved, most of the trees would have had to been cleared in order to begin work. (3/11)
Greece-- Home construction has begun in the Woods on the Canal Path, an upscale subdivision in Greece. The Ridgeway Avenue property is filled with rolling hills and a man-made pond. The proposed development will have 30 homes on 22 acres with asking prices that would reach almost $1 million per house. (2/3)
Irondequoit-- Residents of Kennedy Circle are submitting petitions to the Town Board of Irondequoit against rezoning 11.5 acres of undeveloped land in their neighborhood. A 145-unit apartment complex has been proposed for the property on Densmore Road. The Town Board would have to rezone the land from single-family to multi-unit residential. The plans for the development will be reviewed by the Planning Board. Recommendations for rezoning will then be made to the Town Board. The project calls for more units than currently allowed by town law, and the builders would have to apply for an area variance. The developer has since withdrawn its plans and requests for variance. (01/14)
Rochester-- 2003 house sales set records for the number of sales and dollar value, according to the Realtors Association. A reported 12,136 homes sold in an 11-county area beating 1999's record of 12,003. The dollar value of sales was a record $1.48 billion, which is 5.6 percent higher than 2002's record. Sales were up 20.9 percent in December from 2002 pushing record levels of year end totals. The median price for the area was $102,000, up 6.4 percent from 2002. Home buyers are shopping for the best interest rates and consider housing a safe investment. The Realtors Association predicts that 2004 will be another strong year for home sales.
Victor-- A new housing tract, Dorchester Park, on the west side of Brace Road, received approval from the Victor Planning Board. Phase One will begin in April with the building of 29 homes. The subdivision will be clustered, although the lots are larger than average, ranging from a ½ acre to 1 ½ acres and more than 50% of the land will be preserved in two parks. The new homes will range from $245,000 to $500,000. (2/25)
4th Quarter 2003
Canandaigua-- A developer's plan to build 228 homes above Canandaigua Lake has area residents concerned about the size of the development and the preservation of its open space. Morrell Builders met with Town officials and also hosted a public information meeting to unveil the project. The unnamed subdivision, situated on 253 acres, will boast 228 residences on 124 acres with the remaining land used for parks, hiking trails and nature observation. Single-family and condominium style homes will range from $180,000 to $600,000. The developer hopes to start work next fall.
Canandaigua-- Rural Opportunities, Inc. wants to tear down five run-down buildings near the old Thompson Hospital on North Main Street to build low income housing. The old boarded up buildings have been vacant for 5 years with little hope of renovation. The project would consist of 10 two and three bedroom town homes. 80% of the building would be financed by low income housing tax credits and federal money.
Canandaigua-- Developers and the city are planning 2 projects that will have new homes located within Ward 1. Cayer Builders will be building 15 new homes in the northern portion of Canandaigua Classics Subdivision called Grande Meadows. Cayer is also planning to build 31, 2-unit town homes on vacant land west of Steward Place. Homes by Diamond will build 75 single family homes in the southeast corner of Canandaigua Classics, with homes in the $175,000-$250,000 price range. Both builders are satisfied with a proposed street grid that needs to be approved by the city and would have to be followed by the developers.
Chili-- The proposed construction of Vista at the Links includes a 27-hole golf course, 193 luxury homes, a restaurant and clubhouse on 430 acres. The developer has been pushing the Town Board to make an impact declaration along with final site plan approval even though the DEC had raised some concerns. Many residents were denied access to the letter and once it was read the vote was tabled. The DEC letter noted the 7.92 acres of wetlands that would be affected by the project and that the site needed several sites filled.
Chili-- A request to rezone 36 acres of land was approved by the Town Board for a proposed retail/residential development called Chili Meadows. The proposal, for property located at 741 Paul Road, entails 3 retail stores, apartment buildings and single-family homes. The vote enables the developer to seek site plan approval by the Town Planning Board. Area residents are concerned that the development could worsen flood problems and encroach upon some 6 acres of wetlands.
East Bloomfield-- Residents at the Fish Brook Run's subdivision have been complaining to the builder and Town about their failed septic systems and soggy leech fields. Improper drainage has also caused the subdivision's road to cave-in and crumble. Builder Fred Haeflein will work free of charge to remedy the problems that plague the new subdivision. Lakeside Engineering is taking responsibility for the failed septic systems and is also involved in the repairs.
Naples-- The Reservoir Creek Golf Course wants to build 16 homes in a plan submitted to the Naples Town Board. A 47 acre parcel next the golf course would be developed for cluster homes, hiking trails and roads. The land was zoned for agriculture and has been rezoned to planned unit development. Final plans by the developer will be submitted at a later date. Hopes are to break ground this spring.
Rochester-- $16 million from a coalition of lenders boosted a city program that buys and redevelops vacant and foreclosed properties in the city. The Rochester Housing Development Corp. will use the money to buy and sell 185 homes in the city over the next 30 months. Formed in 2001, the Corporation has spent $9 million in the selling of more than 100 city homes. Generally, the Corporation buys a house for $10,000, puts in a new kitchen, bath and roof. A city family with an income of 80% of the median income can purchase a home for $45,000 to $65,000.
Rochester-- A developer is proposing to take vacant city-owned property and invest $100 million into a "world class waterfront destination." Charlotte Harbour Group has condominiums, apartments, and townhouses included with streets, parks and plazas in their plans situated on 10 acres where the Genesee River and Lake Ontario meet. Construction could start early next year.
Rochester-- Housing units for two State Street building are planned by its new owner, Singer Real Estate, L.P. The properties located at 139 and 155 State Street are to be converted into 18 market-rate housing units. Both buildings are four stories and plans for the conversion are still in the works. One tenant has taken the space formerly occupied by the Bangkok restaurant. Sue's Downtown Diner opened October 20th with $25,000 in improvements and equipment. The restaurant is situated in a 3000 square foot area and can seat 98 customers.
Rochester-- An vacant motel was demolished in the city's south wedge neighborhood to make way for a for a residential and retail complex. Downtown Motor Lodge was closed by the city in 1997 due to repeated reports of drug dealing and prostitution. The neighborhood has been trying to redevelop the area for the last 8 years. Planners and developers hope to build a six-story structure which could begin as soon as next year.
Rochester-- A $3.2 million plan from Unity Health System will turn part of the former offices at St. Mary's Hospital into 33 low-income apartments for senior citizens. The plan includes 30 one-bedroom and three two-bedroom independent living apartments. Rents will vary between $360 to $435 per month. Support services for health care will also be available with an additional fee.
Rochester-- Christa Development Corp. has leased 37 acres on East River Road from R.I.T. and plans to build a $20 million senior housing complex. The site is located between R.I.T.'s boathouse on the Genesee River and two student-housing buildings. Rivers Run will be built at the Racquet Club apartment site with 70 homes and 80 independent-living apartments. The river-edge area will be used as a park for residents' use. Patio homes will rent for around $2,500 and the apartments will range from $1,850 to $2,200 a month. Services will include housekeeping, groundskeeping and transportation to and from the R.I.T. campus. Christa will have access to the college's databases full of names of alumni and retirees to use in their marketing strategies.
Rochester-- The Granite building co-owners are thinking of converting the top floors into loft-style housing. The developers working with the co-owners are planning five to six units located on each of the buildings top four floors. The 12-story building is located at 130 East Main Street, across the street from the Hyatt Regency hotel. The building dates back to 1890 and is assessed for $5 million. Nearly half of the Granite building is empty. Harris Beach occupied the top seven floors before it moved in October, 2001 to Perinton, leaving offices only on the sixth and seventh floors. A proposed transit center on Main Street and Clinton Avenue could revitalize the neighboring area.
3rd Quarter 2003
Henrietta-- Plans for a new housing development on Jefferson Road are getting thumbs-up froma nearby neighborhood association for an effort to clean up a barren area. The Planning Board is considering a proposal by development firm Hanania Inc. to build a 70-unit patio home subdivision just off Surrey Hill Way in the barren fields. Named, Locust Hill Meadows, the project would be set on an L-shaped wedge of land between Jefferson Road to the south, the Belmanor neighborhood to the west and Surrey Hill subdivision to the east. The project has met some objection from residents and board members, claiming removing the barrier between two existing subdivisions is not a good idea. A new proposal for the project is expected to be submitted in August. Cost of the project was not disclosed. (7/16)
Henrietta-- Town officials have reacted positively to the proposed Rivers Run senior living complex on RIT's property, but are withholding a special use permit until an environmental study has been completed. The proposed complex is an assisted living facility with 70 single-story cottages and 80 one- and two-bedroom apartments. Since the property is owned by RIT, it is exempt from local property taxes, however, the senior living complex would not be. Christa Development vice president Patrick Tobin said the intention is to maintain the theme already established in the area they will be leasing from RIT and keeping with the concept of the boathouse currently there, hence the name Rivers Run. Rents are projected to run from $1,750 to $2,300 a month; cottages may run from $2,400 to $2,500 per month. Residents questioned whether this was affordable housing and town officials believe all types of senior living are needed in Henrietta and this specific complex is assisted living. Financing and dates have yet to be set. (7/23)
Perinton-- The state has given preliminary approval to The Northfield, a joint venture between Fairport Baptist Homes and Family Services of Rochester. Two more state boards must clear the senior housing project for it to receive final approval. The state took another step in the form of a $6 million state loan for project construction. The proposed project is a state-licensed enriched housing facility that will provide full tenant services, including three meals per day, recreation programs, housekeeping, laundry, transportation and on-site 24 hour staffing, located on Nine Mile Point Road. Consisting of 69 units at an approximate cost of $2,200 a month, 14 of the units are scheduled to be subsidized for low-income residents, with cost based on the ability to pay. Fairport Baptist Homes also took a step forward to help science - selected to participate in the National Nursing Home Quality Initiative, the Fairport nursing home is one of 100 in the state to participate in the study of ways to improve conditions for patients who suffer from chronic pain and pressure ulcers. (7/31)
Rochester-- A new housing development, the largest of its kind in the city in more than 20 years, Newcroft Park, is set for construction to start in June. The development, consisting of 22 single-family houses that will sell at market price, will be built on six acres off Atlantic Avenue, once a contaminated industrial site. The city spent more than $4 million to clean the land the homes will be built on. Exact sale prices have not been set, but the estimated rates are significantly higher than the $59,000 median sale price for the city home in 2002. Homes could be ready by spring. (6/27)
Rochester-- According to a new survey released by the Rochester Downtown Development Corp. (RDDC), downtown housing is downright hot, indicating a vacancy rate for housing downtown is 3.5 percent - below the national average of 5.7 percent. There are 77 units currently downtown and 93 more under construction. Developer of one of the loft projects, Jim Costanza believes the demand will continue for the next few years. Paul Foti, vice president of Mark IV Construction agrees the resurgence will continue and the company has plans to start construction on the 125-unit Cornhill Landing complex on the Genesee River later this summer. RDDC's survey represents more than 2,000 units in High Falls, Cornhill and downtown, both rentals and owner-occupied, with 280 more in various stages of development. (7/10)
Rochester-- A proposed townhouse project to be built behind the Todd Estate, 1475 East Avenue by is faced with opposition and concerns from nearby neighbors and the Landmark Society of Western NY. Flower City Management wants to build eight large and high-priced townhouses behind one of the mansions, which it owns. They are interested in raising the carriage house in the back yard of the mansion to make room for two sets of four townhouses, costing at least $250,000 each. The townhouses would include private entrances and two-car garages, according to John Billone Jr. with Flower City Management. Flower City still needs approval from the city. Peter Siegrist, director of preservation services with the Landmark Society and a consultant to the preservation board has raised several concerns about the project, including the loss of green space and the carriage house. The 1100 Park Avenue Homeowners Association opposes the project, stating its too large for a small piece of land. The city Planning Commission and Preservation Boards are holding meetings to discuss this project. (7/21)
Rochester-- Construction on the $2.75 million townhouse project on Gibbs Street is heading into the home stretch. Seven of the nine new townhouses are sold - a sign, the projects developer says, of continuing strength in downtown housing and a possible precursor to further development. The new townhouses come with a hefty price tag starting at $275,000 and two owners have already moved in. The Grove Place neighborhood is home to several similar projects Macon Chaintreuil has planned over the past 20 years. Chaintreuil's partner, Craig Jensen, believes their project will make way for more moderately priced homes in the future. (8/30)
2nd Quarter 2003
Farmington-- A&D Development Inc. is proposing 525 single-family homes for 300 acres that border the abandoned railroad right of way on a tract west of Route 332. According to Ernie Ackerman, A&D co-owner, pending all necessary approvals, construction will being sometime next year and development will take place in several phases, spanning 10 to 15 years. The first phase will be 125 lots sized from a quarter of an acre to roughly half an acre each adjoining Townline Road for a selling price starting at $250,000. Ackerman hopes to rezone the remaining 200 acres into a planned development district because he is proposing a mixed-use development - building $170,000 single-family homes and 53 executive homes or patio style homes. The approval must be obtained from the Town Board. A planned development district allows developers to get environmental studies completed and a site-plan approval and allows for development according to market demand. (5/02)
Palmyra-- Sermar Management Corp. in conjunction with development consultant Edemere Development is proposing a $3.3 million purchase and renovation of what is commonly known as the Garlock Building at 22 Church Street. According to Mark Sertl, vice president of Sermar Mgmt., market studies indicate there is a high demand for affordable senior housing apartments in the area. He also commented they have a waiting list for their 24-unit Vienna Place. A second phase is also proposed for about a dozen cape cod units to be built on vacant land east of the building also intended for low-income seniors. Renovations on the old Garlock building are expected to begin in late fall and construction on the new cape units possibly in 2005. (3/18)
Penfield-- Restaurateur's, Mario and Danny Daniele, have purchased 10 acres at 1440 Empire Boulevard in Penfield, hoping to build a gated community of luxury condominiums similar to those found in Florida or the Caribbean and also include some commercial space. The estimated cost of the project, still in the research phase, is $23 - $27 million, with about $20 million going toward the condos. Each unit would be between 1,500 to 2,500 sq. ft. and sell for an estimated $500,000 to $700,000. The gated community would have a tennis court, pool, boardwalks and beautiful landscaping. The commercial area would be separate from the gated community. Construction must still be approved by the town and isn't likely to begin for another one to two years. (5/10)
Rochester-- Conifer Realty LLC purchased the Keeler Park Apartments at Seneca Manor Drive from Victoria Park Housing Corp. for $18 million. The Rochester-based company plans to spend about $3.2 million by the end of this year to improve the high-rise. (4/16)
Rochester-- Two of Rochester's oldest public housing projects will be demolished as part of a multiyear, $27 million plan to build new houses in the Plymouth-Exchange neighborhood. The overall goal is to supplant some of the city's most obsolete public housing with new houses, duplexes, triples and more green space - and to integrate public housing with affordable housing units. The project would be completed in phases and is expected to start as early as this year, with a collaborative effort of the Rochester Housing Authority, Providence Housing Development Corp., Rochester's Cornerstone Group Ltd., and the city of Rochester. 35 homes at the Kennedy Townhouses will be demolished, possibly this year, and replaced with 28 single-family houses, duplexes and triples. Other homes would be built on vacant lots throughout the southwest with an expected cost of $7.5 million. As the second phase, a portion of the Olean parcel would be set aside for the construction of 17 single-family houses through the city's Home Expo program in 2004 or 2005. The estimated cost is $2.5 million. The Housing Authority also wants to build 22 other houses in the neighborhood, costing $2.4 million. Finally, the interior and exterior of Kennedy Tower will be renovated. The improvements include expanding the parking lot, installing a new elevator and building a community room. The cost is expected to be $2.7 million. The project is contingent on Providence and Cornerstone Group receiving state tax credits. A 700-page application was submitted to the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal and a decision is expected around August. (4/17)
Rochester-- After a yearlong delay, city officials are hopeful that a federal program to sell hundreds of vacant HUD properties will be reinstated by July 1. Under this program, Asset Control Area Program, known as "ACAP", allowed municipalities and non-profit developers to purchase HUD-owned properties within designated areas at a discount. The program was widely considered the most promising effort to date by Rochester officials to get control of city properties that HUD takes over through foreclosures - in less than two years, they were able to sell 553 houses, the majority to owner occupants. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development suspended the program last March after an internal review found problems with its administration. Now HUD is attempting to restart the program with new rules; the city must rehabilitate certain properties before they are sold. Fewer properties will be purchased because the ACAP revitalization territory has been redrawn. The council is expected to vote on legislation authorizing the city's participation to the revamped program this month. (5/13)
Rochester-- In the past 75 years, the temple building at 14 Franklin Street has been a church, a nightclub, a World War II aerial lookout and offices. Now there are plans for the downtown building to be converted into a much-desired living complex, with penthouses, loft apartments, underground parking, shops and even a steakhouse. Renovations that began three years ago to convert part of the office building to 50 apartments and three floors of offices are now in their final stages and tenants are moving in, according to Jim Costanza who has owned the building with four of his siblings for 20 years. (6/12)
1st Quarter 2003
Gates-- A Gates church has been awarded $3.1 million to build a senior housing facility despite opposition from the town supervisor. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development granted funds to St. Jude Church to build a 40 unit senior housing apartment building near its Lyell Road site. Plans for the senior housing call for 30 one-bedroom and one two-bedroom apartments. An additional 20 apartments may be incorporated into the plan using other funding. The church will need permit approvals from the town to build the facility. (1/7)
Rochester-- Christa Development unveiled plans to build a complex of condominiums in the East End that might rival the pricey digs seen in NYC. Christa is expected to begin construction this summer on a $15 million East Avenue project that will feature high-end retail stores, professional offices and 23 condominiums that are expected to sell for $350,000 and $600,000 each. The "Sagamore on East" will offer easy access to the cultural district, secure parking a full time concierge at the door. The project will be constructed on a long, narrow slice of land owned by the Cultural Center Commission with a loan from the Commission of $1.5 million from a reserve fund. It is also setting aside parking spaces for a fee in the East End Garage. Christa will finance the remainder. (2/12)
Rochester-- Winn Development met with city officials to discuss its interest in acquiring the 6.1 acre property at 185-405 Mt. Hope Avenue, just north of the Ford Street Bridge. Winn is interested in purchasing two in-city affordable housing complexes and River Park Commons is one of them they have set sights on for refurbishing and redevelopment. The company hopes to finalize their purchase by the end of June and complete redevelopment by 2004. Winn typically invests anywhere from $50,000 to $100,000 per unit in upgrades, and for River Park which has 402 units, that could mean a total long term investment of $20 to $40 million. (2/7)
Rochester-- A $1.8 million loft project is under way near Geva Theatre, the first loft development in downtown's Washington Square Park area. The five story 40,000 sq. ft. building at the corner of Capron Street was so appealing to Patrick Dandrea of American Site Developers LLC, that he decided to buy it and transform it into 13 lofts, including a fifth floor penthouse suite where he and his wife will live. With offices and retail shops occupying the first floor, there are plans for three two story lofts, each 1,000 to 2,000 sq. ft. Construction is expected to begin this summer and be completed by next spring or early summer. Asking prices are undetermined at this time, yet there is already a waiting list. (12/22)
4th Quarter 2002
Brighton-- New-Mark Development Inc. seeks approval from the Planning Board to build a 221-unit senior living complex on Clover Street, called The Legacy at Mercy Park. If the board approves the plan, crews will start construction in the spring. The plan was first proposed in 1995 and since then, the development company has revised its plans at the request of neighbors, cutting the size of the project, adding green space, proposed a second entrance off Blossom Road and other design changes. The project consists of 39 townhouses on the 30-acre site, a two-story building with 115 independent-living units and 67 assisted living units. Monthly rents are reported to range from $1,500 to $2,500 per month, including rent, medical care, activities, transportation and cleaning services. The complex is slated to open in the fall of 2004. (11/20)
Canandaigua-- Ground has been broken and graders and bulldozers are clearing the site for the expansion of the Old Brookside housing development, located just west of the city line on Buffalo Street Extension. Long-range plans include 172 single-family homes and 168 other apartments; only 31 lots have been approved thus far for the initial phase of the project. Developers are still seeking approval from the county and town for the proposed 168-unit apartment complex; each building will have eight units. Cost of the homes will be dictated by the first 10 to 15 people who buy homes when they are completed in late spring. (9/24)
Fairport-- According to village officials, efforts to turn the Crosman Center on East Avenue into a low-income senior housing complex are on time and on budget and the developer started receiving applications for residents to occupy the complex in mid-November. Rents for folks who are participating with the Section 8 program will pay 30% of their monthly income; those ineligible or not participating will pay the $380 or $455, which includes all utilities except electric - estimated to be around $15 per month. In order to qualify for occupancy, a prospective resident must be 62 or older with an income not exceeding $19,200. Two-person qualifications require one member of the couple being 62 or older and combined income must not exceed $21,950, including social security benefits. Bill Durdel, owner of Baldwin Real Estate, said he expects the income caps to be adjusted upward as the median income of the area increases. (9/19)
Greece-- The Town Board voted unanimously to rezone the 710 Latta Road property that the historic, 100-year old Yates-Thayer mansion rests on from single-family residential to multiple-family residential-senior citizens. Despite concerns by the Historical Society about preserving the property as a whole, the barn and tenant house will be removed from the property, as the barn was not the original structure according to reports. Colson and Colson Construction Co. wants to build a two-story, 115-unit facility for senior citizens on the parcel to be operated by Holiday Retirement Services, an Oregon firm. Holiday expects to rent the suite-style apartments to seniors who are not yet ready for nursing assistance. (9/19)
Greece-- The planning Board unanimously approved Masi Enterprises' final map of the first two sections of The Woods at Canal Park subdivision to be built on 22 acres at 2825 and 2839 Ridgeway Avenue. Neighbors are concerned construction will destroy their goldfish ponds and town engineer, John Gauthier said at a town meeting that no one can guarantee whether they have water or not and blamed the recent drought and failing siphons for the water problem the neighbors are experiencing. 30 luxury homes costing $400,000 to $800,000 each are planned and since approved, work will begin on the first 14 lots. (10/24)
Greece-- Canal Place on Mule Path Circle is a sprawling canal-front development consisting of 40 apartments strictly for low-income families - the fist of its kind in Greece. The commonplace townhouse-style buildings are upscale and will blend nicely with the rest of the community, according to Esther Thullen, director of tenant services for the Rochester-based Housing Opportunities. Rents will be determined on family incomes; they will pay either 30% of the household's gross income or a developer-designated base rent, whichever is higher. Neighbors have been assured residents will take pride in the townhouse apartments and Housing Opportunities will manage the property, following regulations for accepting candidates. (11/21)
Henrietta-- Construction on the 64-unit Autumn Woods senior living facility located on Lehigh Station road, between Matthews and Fields Lumber and Florendin Drive, has been on hiatus for the past six months, due to the bank pulling out of the financing deal. Tony Meleo of Country Estates Homebuilders reported he is now in final negotiations with a different bank and if all goes well, construction could be finished by this time next year. (9/18)
Hilton-- Unity Health System is interested in building an apartment complex for senior citizens in the village - the first Unity complex of its kind built outside Greece. Unity officials will soon submit plans for a $4.8 million, 49-unit affordable apartment complex off Route 259 behind the Unionville Station subdivision. Unity Health operates independent and assisted-living complexes next to Park Ridge Hospital and another location off Island Cottage Road. The company received an 11-acre gift from Anthony and Cornelia Cortrone, who developed Unionvillage Station's patio homes; the land donated was worth $385,000 according to reports. The two-story building will have one and two-bedroom apartments with rents of about $595 per month. Unity hopes to open in 2004. (11/30)
Perinton-- Residents in the Hamlet of Egypt feel the character of their neighborhood would be jeopardized if an apartment complex were to built at the Ranney farm, a 40-acre property at the intersection of Mason Road and Route 31. The proposal on the Ranney property is for 186 apartments and a second proposed development , nearly across the street on Mason Road is 23 single-family homes. A third proposal is south of Route 31, off of Thayer Road and calls for a mix of residential and commercial property. All of the proposed projects require rezoning by the town board and residents say that is where they would like to stop the Ranney development. Before rezoning, the town is required to get input/advisement from the planning board. Once the planning board reviews the proposals and forwards their findings to the town board, a decision may then be made whether they will consider rezone or not. A December planning board meeting is expected. (11/14)
Rochester-- SWBR Architects is providing design services to Providence Housing Development Corp. for St. Andrew's Apartments on Buffalo Road. The $1.2 million project includes 12 independent residential apartments for adults with special needs, all of which will be grade level and handicapped accessible. Construction is expected to begin in November and be completed in April, 2003. (11/11)
Rochester-- In April, 1999, city officials and developers announced plans to build a major housing and retail complex along the Genesee River in the Corn Hill neighborhood and was to be completed by July, 2002. More than three years later, construction of the $20 million waterfront project that includes luxury apartments, offices and retail space is expected to start in October or November. Mark IV Construction, the developer, blames the delay on a petroleum spill at the site, a complex application process to receive financing from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and a complicated new state building code. Upon clean up of the petroleum spill, Mark IV is planning to construct 127 one, two, three and four-bedroom apartments just south of the Interstate 490 bridge over the river. The development will also include a 6,000 sq.ft. restaurant. (9/17)
Rochester-- An award of $4.8 million in state funds and federal tax credits for eight local affordable housing projects was announced by NY Secretary of State Randy A. Daniels at a ceremony held at a large lot on Brower Road, near Culver Road - a location for one of the projects. Rural Opporunities Corp. will receive $1.8 million in state funds and $459,885 in tax credits administered by the state to help build the project. The county contributed funds - including $400,000 -- to the project Rural Opportunities is heading up. The seven other projects funded are Unity Senior Housing, St. Andrew's Apartments, Brooks Village, Heritage Christian Home, Whalen Road Apartments, Lynn's Place and Seldon-Square Phase II. (10/16)
3rd Quarter 2002
Canandaigua-- Elm Manor Home for Adults has closed due to financial strains, according to owner Bob Hurlbut. The facility received $27 per day per client from Social Security insurance which did not meet insurance and staffing needs. Elm Manor Nursing Home took on two clients and others went to Hornell, Penn Yan and Rochester. Hurlbut said the nursing home would not be negatively affected by the closing although it is undecided at this time what to do with the facility. One option may be to expand the nursing home, Hurlbut said. (8/02)
East Rochester-- Developer, Nine Associates LP presented the Town-Village Board with a conceptual plan for a development with 80 townhouses and 14 single-family homes on 18 acres of town property located behind Country Club Plaza, off Fairport Road that was previously used as well fields. The proposal also includes a 12,000 sq.ft. commercial building on Fairport Road. The townhouses ranging in size from 1,000 to 1,600 sq.ft. will range in price from $120,000 - $1155,000, while the 1,300 - 2,000 sq.ft. single family homes will range in price from $140,000 - $175,000. If the Town-Village Board approves the concept, Nine Associates will have at least a years worth of approvals to seek and complete a state-mandated environmental impact review and traffic study. If all approvals are granted, the developer will buy the land for $325,000. (6/9)
Fairport-- Conversion of the Crossman Building in downtown Fairport into an affordable senior housing complex is on track to being completed by Thanksgiving, according to developers and Village Administrator, Ken Moore. The complex will house 21 apartments and is nearly half complete, according to Baldwin CEO Bill Durdle. The Crossman Building, which used to be a school was also used as a home to Perinton recreation programs. The building sat unused for six years until the transfer of ownership to Baldwin Real Estate in March in exchange for $50,000 and the promise it would be used to provide affordable senior housing. (7/18)
Gates-- The Town Board approved a zoning change from single family to multi-family for the 10.4 acre parcel of land on the south side of Lyell Road, west of Elmgrove Road, for the proposed Elmgrove Place affordable housing project. The project is designed for families with incomes ranging from $18,000 - $30,000 and would include a community and administrative building. A quarter of the townhouses would be two-bedroom units and the remainder would be three-bedroom units. Housing Opportunities Inc.will begin work on Elmgrove Place in 2003, pending additional funding for the project. They have already received $6 million according to Allen Handelman, development specialist for the nonprofit company. Site plan approval is required from the Planning Board. (7/4)
Greece-- The Town Board could be close to deciding whether or not to rezone 710 Latta Road, the parcel of land an Oregon firm is eyeing for a senior-living facility. The 100-year old historic Yates-Thayer mansion is located on this property and has caused concern with neighbors and the Greece Historical Society. The historical society had expresssed an interest in having the property as a whole, including the barn and tenant house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A spokesman for the Curry Brandaw architectural firm indicated Holiday Retirement of Oregon would be willing to incorporate the mansion into its plans but also indicated the plan did not include the barn or tenant house. (8/02)
Penfield-- Baywinde Senior Living Community, an $18 million project, has opened. The campus-style complex on Kidd Castle Way off Bay Road near the Webster town line includes 14 patio apartments, 78 assisted-living apartments and 22 of the latter are reserved for Alzehimers patients. The apartments rent anywhere from $1,395 to $2,195, a price that includes meals, laundry service and other amenities. Public officials have praised the project indicating the project as an investment in the community. About 70 people are employed at Baywinde. (7/02)
Rochester-- Ground was broken on the $2.75 million Gibbs Street townhouse project and the first of the units could be ready for occupancy by late winter, early spring. At a starting price of $275,000, buyers have already placed deposits on four townhouses designed by Macon Chaintreull. ((8/02)
Rochester-- Richard Chiarenza purchased Hale Manor apartments at 1045 Lake Ave for $830,000. He plans to spend more than $300,000 to renovate the apartments as they turn over -adding new carpet, boilers, appliances and new roofs. With these changes and renovations being made, rents will increase as well; one-bedrooms for $460 and two-bedrooms for $525-both up $80 per month from their current rates. Another change the second-time owner of this property will make is the name, which is now Summit Manor. (8/20)
Rochester-- City Council's Housing and Community Development Committee approved the city's $550,000 purchase of the former office building and warehouse on Charlotte Street, behind Chevy Place, to make way for a housing development. The total cost for the acquisition, demolition and cleanup could reach $790,000. By promoting the construction of about 49 residential units on the site, the city stands to earn a substantial return in property taxes, according to Thomas Argust. The city received three bids from developers to transform the site into market rate housing, officials said. (8/23)
Rush-- The town Planning Board unanimously recommended against rezoning the 27 acres of property at Routes 251 and 15; property Rush Associates LLC proposed for a strip mall and 144-unit senior housing complex. The Board's decision was based on lack of clearly defined plans and not providing access to the site from Route 251. Some board members and residents are speculating this new plan is not sincere and to be a ploy - if the retail stores do not make it, they fear expansion of the Dorschel car dealship will move in. Richard Dorschel is owner of the car dealership which was originally proposed for this property. He is also a principal of Rush Associates LLC. Before the board votes on the rezoning request, an environmental impact survey must be done. No dates have been set. (7/31, 8/15, 9/4)
2nd Quarter 2002
Brighton-- The Urban League of Rochester Economic Development Corp. has submitted a proposal to build a 10-unit affordable senior housing complex in west Brighton. The proposed complex would be built on an undeveloped 1.1-acre lot on the west side of West Henrietta Road, between Southland Drive and Furlong Road. For construction to begin, the lot would require a zoning change from single-family residential to high-density residential. The proposed housing would include 10 apartments for seniors age 62 or older. The application is co-sponsored by Unity Health. (6/12)
Canandaigua-- Kravetz Realty Inc. has purchased Fingerlakes Manor Apartments from Home Properties for $7.9 million. The 155-apartment community consists of 11 buildings on 12 acres with a mix of one and two bedroom units renting for $600 to $910 a unit. Fingerlakes Manor is the 16th property the Pittsford-based firm manages. Kravetz has a portfolio of 1.4 million sq.ft. of residential and commercial property locally. (4/19)
Chili-- The Town Board has approved rezoning a 430-acre site for construction of a 27-hole golf course and approximately 200 houses adjacent to Black Creek. Ballantyne Development LLC was seeking to rezone properties on Archer, Paul and Ballantyne roads from residential single-family, light-industrial and agricultural conservation zoning districts to a planned residential zoning district. Plans for the proposed Black Creek Golf Club include 1,600 to 1,800 sq.ft. town/patio homes starting at $150,000. The project could be built without the zoning change, but the change could simplify the approval process as the project moves to the Planning Board for consideration. (5/19)
Clarkson-- Rural Opportunities, a nonprofit agency has received the necessary town approvals to begin construction on Phase 2 of Seldon Square, an apartment complex for moderate to low income families. The 36-unit section will cost approximately $2.5 million and take about 10 months to complete. The town rezoned the site from commercial to residential to allow for Phase 2 and also gave Rural Opportunities some property tax relief. Phase 2 will be built behind the existing four-building complex. Phase 2 layout contains four buildings with 10 units each in two buildings, 12 units in one building, and four units in the fourth building. There will be space for tenant storage and a maintenance garage. The apartments are targeted for families of four that earn between $26,450 and $31,740. The monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment would be between $475 and $538. Sunset Center Drive will be extended about 400 feet to connect the two phases. (4/18)
Clifton Springs-- The Zoning Board of Appeals has granted Clifton Park Associates, LLC a special-use variance to proceed with the next phase of its building plan. Clifton Park Associates, owners of Ashton Place, an assisted living community for seniors which opened off Kendall Street in late 1998, plans to construct additional duplexes across from the two-story apartment building. Ashton Springs still needs final concept drawing approval by the Ontario County Planning Board. The village Planning Board will then set any final regulations based on the county's recommendations. Cayer Builders has been selected to build the patio homes. (4/16)
East Rochester-- The Village Board has approved the concept plan to build 80 townhouses and 14 single-family homes on an 18-acre property behind Wegmans Plaza adjacent to Marsh and Fairport roads. Nine Associates, a Fairport Developer, will now have to obtain preliminary site plan approval before construction can start. In addition to residences, the project also calls for commercial construction of three acres of land, to be built where the village's former water plant stands. Nine Associates plans to buy approximately 31 feet of vacant land from resident Hal Kemp to widen an existing road to 50 feet for an entryway to the development. The drive would connect to Fairport road. Single-family homes would range in size from 1,300 to 2,000 sq.ft. and sell for between $130,000 and $200,000. Townhouses would be either one or two stories and vary between approximately 1,100 to 1,600 sq.ft. They are expected to sell for between $110,000 and $160,000. Residences would be owner-occupied and the owners would belong to a homeowners' association. The association would pay for services to maintain the property including lawn cutting, landscaping and snow removal. (6/9, 6/18)
Farmington-- Developers of two proposed low-cost apartments for seniors still need to obtain government funding and town approval before construction can begin. The larger of the two projects, a 50-unit, two story complex would be built by Rochester Cornerstone Group and Providence Housing Development Corporation on 5.8 acres on the west side of Route 332 just south of its intersection with County Road 41. Called Hogan Meadows, it would accommodate those 55 and older with incomes between $14,000 and $21,000. Monthly rents would range from $357 to $497, including heat and could not be increased without state approval. Residents would pay for electricity, telephone service and cable. Another Rochester-based firm, the non-profit Housing Opportunities Inc., would build a 24-unit apartment building for seniors with incomes under $19,500 on the east side of Elizabeth Way on eight acres owned by Victor businessman Primo DeFelice. Rents for the Elizabeth Way apartments would depend upon the tenant's income. The projects need a federal grant from federal Department of Housing and Urban Development and permanent federal rent subsidies. Developers of both projects will seek to negotiate PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) agreements with the town. (6/17)
Greece-- Masi Enterprises Inc. of Greece has proposed building 30 luxury homes on 21.9 acres of land at 2825 and 2839 Ridgeway Avenue. The development's homes would cost $400,000 to $800,000 and be known as The Woods at Canal Path. The proposal would require that an 80-foot swath of trees be cut down to make way for a road into the development. The parcel is already zoned residential and includes all of the old Fuch's estate (deeded to the Park Ridge Foundation) plus other lands acquired off Ridgeway Avenue. A spokesperson for Unity Heath System, which runs Park Ridge, stated the foundation sought to sell the property because it wasn't suited for any hospital use. (6/13, 6/20)
Greece-- Holiday Retirement Services Inc. wants to build a two-story, 115 unit facility for senior citizens on a 7.85-acre parcel of land at 710 Latta Road which houses the historic 110-year-old Yates-Thayer mansion, a barn and tenant house. The facility would have seniors living in suite-style rooms with meals, transportation and housekeeping provided. In order for the proposal to move forward, the town board needs to approve rezoning the parcel from single-family residential to multiple-family residential-senior citizens. The property, although considered historically significant, is not listed on the town, state or national register. (6/25)
Henrietta-- Konar Properties plans to build a $16 million upscale apartment and townhouse complex on a 75-acre site near West Henrietta Road and Erie Station Road. The initial phase of the development calls for 200 units, including a significant portion of two-bedroom townhouses. The units are expected to rent for between $800 to $1,200 a month. The site work is expect to cost upwards of $2 million and units will average $70,000. In addition to the acreage set aside for the housing development, Konar Properties has another 170 acres available for development at the site. The company plans to sell off parcels or build and lease facilities. A future phase could include commercial space, such as a convenience store and day-care center. The new housing development would be adjacent to the Erie Station Business Park which Konar Properties started developing in 1999. The park has a 30,000 sq.ft. office building, two buildings owned and occupied by ADT Security Services Inc. and a 60,000 sq.ft. warehouse finished a year ago. (5/24)
Penfield-- Heritage Christian Home is planning to build a group home for six people at the corner of Five Mile Line and Whalen roads. The front of the 3,800 sq.ft. ranch home will be on Whalen Road, although the address is listed at 1957 Five Mile Line Road. The five-acre property belongs to the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation. Heritage Christian Home will build on a little bit more than an acre, and lease the property from the church for 50 years. An existing house at the corner will remain standing until a decision is made whether to demolish it. The group home will be a newly constructed home on the same parcel of land. The house will be single-story with a two-car garage and will cost more than $200,000. (6/18)
Penfield-- The town has approved a special-use permit for a new senior living facility to be run jointly by Fairport Baptist Home and Family Services of Rochester. The project will provide 61 apartment units geared toward enriched care of the elderly. The apartments will be located north of the Baptist Home on Nine Mile Point Road and will cost between $2,000 and $2,300 a month. (4/4)
Rochester-- The former Downtown Motor Lodge, boarded up for the past five years, was sold to Flower City Management, a local development company. The Downtown Motor Lodge is located at the northern tip of the South Wedge on South Avenue near the Inner Loop. Development plans are not set, but according to the city's commissioner of economic development, they will probably include construction of market-rate apartments as well as space for commercial tenants. City officials closed the 105-room hotel in 1997 after receiving 1,200 calls to police the year before. (3/29)
Victor-- Fairport Developer Piero Forgensi wants to build 12 homes on 40 acres of land bordering Valentown Road on the west side of County Road 9. The development would include 20 acres of undeveloped land between the homes and the county road. The project, called Hawk Haven, would be adjacent to the Falcon's Nest subdivision that recently received final approval from the Planning Board. The project conforms to the town's density plan that calls for no more than one home on every three acres in the outlying parts of town. The Hawk Haven homes would include 3,000 sq.ft. of space and be of contemporary design. The cost of the homes would start at $350,000. (4/2)
1st Quarter 2002
Batavia-- The Genesee Valley Rural Preservation Council, a not-for-profit group is seeking preliminary site plan approval to build a senior citizens apartment complex. The council wants to develop a 32-unit "congregate" facility for low-income, elderly adults who can live semi-independently. The cost of the project is estimated at $2.2 million. GVRPC has a purchase option on a 4 ½ acre parcel on West Main Street. The Town Planning Board would have to approve a preliminary site plan and the Town Board would have to voice support for the congregate facility in order for Genesee Valley to apply for grants and a mortgage. Genesee Valley would also seek a 15-year payment in lieu of taxes agreement with the town. It would reduce property taxes by 50% in the first year, then raise them on a sliding scale until it reaches 100% in the final year. Genesee Valley made a similar proposal to City Council in December. The organization had hoped to build a congregate apartment building nest to another Genesee Valley facility, a senior complex on Park Road. Genesee Valley's city proposal was opposed by the city Housing Authority, which runs 400 Towers, a senior citizens' complex. (2/12, 3/21)
Brockport-- Developer Donald Hibsch plans to begin clearing the land for the first phase of a planned 64-unit housing project off East Avenue. The 22.8 acre site, called McCormick Place, still needs final approval from the state. The project must be approved by the New York State Canal Corp., a subsidiary of the New York State Thruway Authority, because it will border the Erie Canal. Approval is also needed from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation because federal wetlands are involved. A tributary of Brockport Creek runs through the area. Hibsch agreed to build a bridge over the creek onto East Avenue as an access road during construction. The proposed entrance to the new development will be off East Avenue. (1/6)
Canandaigua-- Ontario County has approved plans submitted by developer Richard Struzzi, of Rochester-based Home Properties to build between 28 and 32 houses in the Old Brookside housing development. The homes would be built on a new road to be called "Vista Lane." The road would be an expansion of an existing road called Old Brookside Lane, built when the project began in the 1970s. The county's approval is a necessary first step because the project is within 500 feet of a municipal boundary and because the county is part-owner of the city sewer plant. The city may give final approval for sewer service because the new line to the development would accommodate some homes in the city, taking pressure off the existing sewer line on Baker Drive. The City Council originally opposed the project until the developer agreed to a second entrance off West Avenue and a change in the design of its sewer line. (3/7)
Fairport-- After more than five years of vacancy, the Crosman building will be given to the Brighton-based Baldwin Real Estate Corp. in exchange for $50,000 and the guarantee that the building will be turned into an affordable 21-unit senior housing complex. Baldwin Real Estate was awarded $194,000 per year, for ten years, in federal tax credits by the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal. Those tax credits can now be sold to large corporations with tax liability in exchange for capital with which to rebuild the Crosman building. The Greater Rochester Housing Partnership has contributed $1 million in construction financing, the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York has contributed a $134,000 loan, and the county of Monroe HOME program has supplied $450,000 in loans. In addition, the village of Fairport has approved a PILOT agreement (Payment In Lieu of Taxes) that will keep the project's taxes at a flat $5,000 for a 30-year period, saving an estimated $20,000 annually. The Fairport Urban Renewal Agency has also secured project-based rental assistance for 10 of the 21 units. Those occupying one of the 10 apartments which are rent supported will pay 30% of their adjusted monthly income in rent. The remaining single bedroom apartments will cost $385 per month, including heat and hot water, and the remaining double-bedroom apartments will cost $420 per month. (1/10)
Farmington-- Developer Mark Epling of Pooler Enterprises in Victor has submitted a proposal to build a cluster of single family houses along County Road 41. The proposal calls for 80 parcels to be placed on 42 acres on the south side of County Road 41 just west of County Road 8. An additional 38 acres would be left undeveloped. The smallest lots in the proposal would be 15,000 square feet, or about half an acre and the largest lots would be about 20,000 square feet. Lot sizes would average 260 feet deep and 100 feet wide. In addition to the 38 acres, a rectangular piece of land in the middle of the development would be undeveloped. The rectangular land would border 23 of the lots. The homes would cost approximately $150,000 and would add $3 million to the Farmington tax base. (1/13)
Farmington-- Rochester developer Carmen Laviano has received preliminary approval on a 106-acre development of businesses, single-family and senior housing on the west side of Route 332. Laviano's project called Carmen Commons, would bring 57 single-family homes north of Mountain Ash Drive on about 21 acres, with lot sizes ranging from 13,600 square feet to 27,500 square feet. The homes would likely sell from between $130,000 to $170,000. Plans also call for up to 65 senior townhouses or apartments, and up to 380,000 square feet of commercial business on land across Route 332 from the Farmbrook subdivision. The residential development could be completed within three years. Laviano wants to begin construction of 13 single-family homes by mid-to-late summer. (3/14)
Farmington-- Housing Opportunities Inc., a not-for-profit developer wants to build a 32-unit apartment building for senior with incomes under $20,000 and a 32-unit townhouse complex for seniors with income between $15,000 and $32,000. Both buildings would be on the east side of Elizabeth Way on eight acres owned by Victor businessman Primo DeFelice. The land is zoned for multi-family use. Housing Opportunities would buy the eight acres before construction begins, probably in 2004. Rent for the townhouses would be in the range of $400 to $500 per month. Rent for the apartments would vary based on occupants' income. (2/15)
Greece-- Housing Opportunities Inc. has received approval to begin construction of townhouses at Canal Place. The Rochester-based, nonprofit developer plans to break ground for the construction of 40 low-income townhouses at the end of March. The complex will be built along the Erie Canal on a 6.2 acre plot, east of Long Pond Road, between the canal and the Gates-Greece town line. The construction will cost about $4.6 million. The layout consists of 10 buildings with four town homes each for family's with an income range of $18,000 to $32,000 a year. (2/14).
Greece-- The town is proposing to rezone 830 acres of land from industrial to residential on properties that stretch between Manitou and North Greece roads, North Greece and Flynn roads, and Kirk and Island Cottage roads. The move is an integral part of the town's plan to eradicate all industrial lands north of West Ridge Road and allow low-density housing in the largely rural northwest. The town zoned the land industrial because a railroad ran straight through the properties. The rail line has not been used since at least the late 1970s. (3/1)
Irondequoit-- Passero Associates, P.C., acting as agent for Rural Opportunities Inc., has asked the Town Board to rezone two parcels of land on Brower Road so it can build a 75-unit senior complex on the site, which is near St. Cecilia's Church. In 1998, the town's Planning Board rejected a proposal by the Turkish Society of Rochester to build a mosque on the same site. (1/21) The Planning Board has granted preliminary site plan approval for a 64-unit independent living facility for seniors Brower Road. The Town Board rezoned the parcels of land from single-family residential to multi-family senior housing in March. At least 13,000 or 25% of Irondequoit's 52,000 residents are age 62 or older. (3/27)
Livonia-- The town's Joint Planning Board is reviewing preliminary drawing for two proposed subdivisions, a 64-lot subdivision off Longview Boulevard and for an 80-lot subdivision off Shelly Road. The board asks property owners to reveal what could be built on the land if fully developed. The developers are currently only seeking approval for a 16-lot subdivision off Longview Boulevard, part of the Cambridge Heights community; the Shelly Road project is currently only for up to nine lots. According to recent census data, Livonia's population grew 7.9% from 6,752 to 7,286 from 1990 to 2000. (1/26)
Macedon-- The Planning Board has approved a proposed 56-unit senior citizen apartment complex to be located on 5.1 acres of land behind Macedon Commons. The $4.3 million project was proposed by Providence Housing Development Corp., a nonprofit organization affiliated with Catholic Charities of the Rochester Diocese. Providence has asked the Town Board for tax abatements from the town to offset the cost of the rental of the units. Providence will apply for $1.9 million in state funding and raise money through low-income tax credits to build the complex. The project will include 46 one-bedroom apartments and 10 two-bedroom units. Tenants would be over 55 years old and their income must be no more than $18,500 for a single tenant or $21,150 for a couple. Rents would range from $265 to $540 per month, depending on income. (3/5)
Penfield-- Mark Crane, owner of the Mark's Pizzeria chain, has proposed converting the former church at 2107 Five Mile Line Road into eight apartments. The church building, dedicated on June 29, 1843, was last operated by Crossroads Antique and Crafts Cooperative, which went out of business a year ago. Part of Crane's plan includes removing the stain glass windows, which would be donated to the town or a historical group. The building code requires the removal of the windows because occupants would not be able to open them in case of an emergency. (3/5)
Penfield-- The town Planning Board has approved a 10-lot, 9.7 acre subdivision at 1420 Scribner Road proposed by Pridemark Homes Inc. The land is owned by Jacob and Gladys DeVuyst. (1/15)
Rochester-- Costanza Enterprises plans to spend between $3.5 million and $4 million on renovating the Temple Building to include penthouses, apartments, offices and a restaurant. The Costanza family has owned the 14-story building since 1983. Under the plan, the lobby will be renovated to accommodate a restaurant. Floors 2 and 3 will be turned into units for people who want to live and work at the same address. Apartments will be constructed on floors 4 through 7 and on the top floor. Floors 8 through 13 are approximately 80% occupied with offices. Those floors may be renovated into apartments if office occupancy drops. The basement will be turned into a tri-level garage that will accommodate about 75 vehicles. The entire building will be wired with optical cable, which can accommodate high-tech communication and security systems. Construction is expected to begin within the next month. The interior demolition began 18 months ago. Apartments should be available this summer or fall. Rent is expected to be about $1 a square foot, with apartments ranging from 900 to 1,450 square feet. (2/1)
Rochester-- North East Area Development will partner with the city to market up to 13 new homes in the Webster Avenue-Grand Avenue area. City Council is expected to approve the sale of nine city-owned parcels on Webster and Grand for the Home Expo program. In addition to the Beechwood neighborhood, houses will be built on another 11 city-owned properties scattered throughout Rochester. Those sites have not been finalized. (3/18)
Victor-- The Planning Board has granted final approval to developer Mauro Polidori to build 19 homes on 57 acres of land on the west side of County Road 9, just south of the Monroe County line. Construction, which includes an access road into what will be the Falcon's Nest development from the county road, could begin within two months. The development complies with the town's density overlay district, which stipulates a maximum of one unit per three acres of land in the most rural parts of town. Lot sizes range from 1 ½ to 6 acres. Homes in the upscale subdivision will cost more than $400,000. (3/3)
Webster-- The town Planning Board is reviewing a proposal from Legacy Development to modify the 17-year-old plan for Willow Point on the Bay, a complex of townhouses on Bay Road. Developers want to move the individually lotted townhouses closer to Bay Road and away from wooded slopes leading down to the Irondequoit Bay. Legacy hopes to build 72 more units in all. The Willow Point project has become the subject of some controversy because of a related proposal to build a dock on the bay with room for 99 boats. (2/19)
4th Quarter 2001
Brighton-- NewMark Development has submitted a proposal to build 220 senior housing units on a 32-acre site next to Mercy High School, 1437 Blossom Road. Neighbors are asking the town to consider the negative effects the project would have on traffic and the overall environment of the neighborhood. The town will consider the petition before voting whether to rezone 18.5 acres on the site to accommodate the project. The Sear Brown Group has been working with NewMark to develop the site. A developer would likely build single family homes at the site if the Mercy Park proposal is rejected. (12/5) The Town Board has approved the rezoning of 188.5 acres where the Mercy Park complex is proposed. NewMark wants to build 220 senior housing units on a 32-acre site at 1437 Blossom Road. Planning Board approval is still needed. (12/19)
Perinton-- The Planning Board rejected developer Pittsford Homes proposal to build duplexes along Route 31. The proposed duplexes, which would be located along a stretch of Route 31 across from Lollipop Farm and abutting Mason Valley Subdivision received concept approval in 1999. No steps were taken to secure further approvals. Since that time, the hamlet of Eqypt has been declared a historic district and the town has written a new comprehensive plan. Pittsford Homes is working with the Historic Architecture Commission on a new proposal for single family homes. (12/20)
Victor-- Pioneer Corp. has submitted a new proposal for 48 acres in the Drumlins neighborhood. The Cortland-based developer originally proposed a townhouse rental complex. Pioneer's new plan calls for 154 units spread out in two, three and four unit buildings with basements. The units will be for sale to private owners instead of for rent. The Drumlins building site has been the subject of frequent lawsuits in the nearly two years since Pioneer first proposed a rental complex. (11/30)
Webster-- The Town Board has revised the towns zoning and building laws to allow one-story patio homes to be 1,500 square feet in size. The board also scaled back minimum lot sizes required from 11,000 square feet to 9,000 square feet. Patio home developers will also be required to leave 50% of the land involved in projects undeveloped. (12/20) go to top
3rd Quarter 2001
Avon-- The village has approved a 158-unit housing complex to be built on Route 20A just west of the Tops supermarket and McDonald's, behind Pepper-mint's Restaurant. The project by Mascot Inc. of Rochester includes constructing 16 apartment buildings with 128 units, five townhouses with 20 units and 10 single-family houses. The village also approved the project's site plan and rezoning the land from agricultural and general business to a planned residential development district. In addition to housing, Mascot wants to build a 20,000 square-foot commercial building, which would be used for offices and stores. That will require separate approval, however. Construction is scheduled to start in the middle of July and expected to take three to four years to complete. (6/30)
Brockport-- Developer Donald Hibsch, is seeking Planning Board approval for Havenwood Meadows Subdivision proposed for a 22.8 acre site off East Avenue and extending to the Erie Canal. The 64-unit proposal is the first housing development request under the village's cluster zoning law adopted by the Village Board in January. The Planning Board has approved the concept plan for the project. The cluster zoning law allows smaller lot sizes for single-family homes, 6,000 square feet minimum compared with 10,000 square feet. Home prices would start at about $125,000. (9/20)
Chili-- Developer Bernard Iacovangelo, president of Forest Creek Equity Corp., submitted plans to the Planning Board for the Park Place subdivision, a 302-unit housing development to be built opposite Black Creek Park. House sizes and lot sizes will vary, but plans call for about 5% of the houses to sell for $109,900, about 75% for $130,000 to $150,000 and about 20% for $150,000 to $250,000. Iacovangelo expects to build and sell the houses within six years. He expects to begin construction sometime next year. Iacovangelo acquired the Union Street parcel last fall in anticipation of the placement of a 24-field, $4.5 million soccer complex on the site. Local opposition to the plan led to consideration of other sites. (8/16)
Farmington-- Florida West Land Corporation wants the Town Board to rezone approximately 35 acres of a 47-acre property from business use to multi-family use to build high-end rental housing. The development would back up to two existing subdivisions, Creek Pointe Estates and King's Village. It would be located on the west side of Route 332, south of the CVS Pharmacy on Route 96, and north of County Road 41. West Land's plans call for up to 25 buildings with eight units each - about 200 apartments. The units would be two-bedroom and targeted at empty-nesters, retired couples and young professional couples. Estimated beginning rents would range between $750 and $800. Half of the units would have attached garages. (8/29, 9/9)
Livonia-- JAM of Niagara Inc. of Lewiston, Niagara County, bought six acres through a court-ordered auction for $751,000. It originally bought the land from the estate of Joseph J. Vitale in 1999 for $678,000. The western New York development company plans to build townhouses on the coveted lakefront parcels. Called Lakeview at Sand Point, the development would include townhouses that would cost from $150,000 to $250,000. The project received approval from the Livonia Joint Planning Board last fall. (7/27)
Rochester-- Arnold Industries Inc. chief operating officer Robert Cheney closed on the Kirstein Building, a 56,000 square-foot former factory at Andrews Street and Bittner Street that has been vacant since 1995. He plans an ambitious $4 million to $5 million renovation to turn the structure into an upscale loft-apartment building with a sports bar in the basement. According to publicly filed records, Cheney acquired the Kirstein Building in May 2000 for $310,000 and on the same day signed a $400,000 mortgage on the building with Upstate Bank. Cheney recently presented his plans for the building to the Rochester Downtown Development Corp. and received positive reviews. (6/29)
Webster-- The Town Board has agreed to rezone 41 acres near the corner of Ridge and Five Mile Line roads to "high-intensity residential" removing a hurdle for a senior citizen complex proposed for the site. The Irondequoit-based St. Ann's Community has proposed building 176 apartments, 68 cottages, 100 assisted living units and 120 skilled nursing beds at the site. The project would be located just west of the Two M's Family Restaurant, 888 Ridge Road, and south of a Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse proposed for Five Mile Line Road. St. Ann's next step is to seek Planning Board approval. St. Ann's had originally proposed building near Baytowne Plaza but it could not come to terms with the owner of the land there. (7/23)
Webster-- An upscale housing complex, dubbed Coastal View, has been proposed for 4,058 feet of Lake Ontario shoreline east of Ninemile Point Road. The 114-acre site overlooks the lake from 30-foot bluffs. Developers hope to include 83 homes and 387 "patio homes." Starting at 2,200 square feet each, the homes would resemble townhouse units but be detached. Hegedorn Associates, an arm of the company that owns the Hegedorns grocery on Ridge Road, and its partner, Aristo Development Inc., hope to begin site work as soon as this winter. (7/25) go to top
2nd Quarter 2001
Henrietta-- Konar Enterprises, a Rochester-based developer is proposing to build 360 townhouses at Erie Station Business Park over the next several years. The developer is seeking to rezone approximately 60 acres at the park, from single-family residential to multi-family residential. Prelininary plans call for the village-style, two-story brick buildings to be named Erie Station Village. The apartments will primarily be two-bedroom units. The developer plans to construct the complex in three phases. Each phase would include building 120 units. If approved, the first phase of the project wold begin in 2002, with the first apartments opening in the spring of 2003. The proposal is part of an overall plan for the business park which calls for developing large warehouses, business buildings and residential properties over 185 acres of land. (5/23)
Pittsford-- The Rochester Friendly Home plans to build a senior-living complex at Clover Street and Tobey Road. The plans have been revised since the original proposal, submitted nearly six years ago never went forward. The complex, to be called Cloverwood, has a total of 223 units, including 88 independent-living apartments, 65 patio homes, and 70 enriched living apartments. A 120-bed nursing home has been dropped from t he project. The Town Board will hold a public hearing to review the proposal on May 1st. (4/25) Several senior citizens voiced their support for the proposed Cloverwood Senior Living complex. The Town Board is expected to vote on the proposal by June 5th. A spokesman for the Cloverwood project said Cloverwood is being marketed to potential residents this summer. He anticipates it would take a year to get the necessary financing and project approvals. If all goes smoothly, construction could begin the summer of 2002 and be ready for opening by summer or fall of 2003. (5/1,5/9)
Pittsford-- The Planning Board is reviewing a proposal submitted by the Sisters of St. Joseph to build a new mother house on French Road. The proposal calls for a two-story facility of approximately 150,000 square feet on a 59-acre parcel on the north side of French Road between Allen's Creek and the French Road entrance to Nazareth College. Developers want the board to use the town's Incentive Zoning Law to rezone to allow a multiple-resident structure. The Sisters are offering to build a $110,000 storm water maintenance facility, place 23.5 acres in a permanent conservation easement and protect and 8-to-10-acre oak opening. If the land is rezoned and the project approved by the Planning Board, the motherhouse will not only be the congregation's administrative center, it will also house 150 sisters in 20 nursing care beds, 20 special care beds, 40 assisted living beds and 70 independent living beds. (4/3)
Rochester-- The old Sacred Heart Academy at 8 Prince Street is being renovated by the Billone family. Plans call for 61 brand-new luxury apartments with lofts, fireplaces, and dishwashers. The interior will have exposed-brick walls, spiral staircases, original maple floors, and large windows. The Billone family, who owns Flower City Management, bought the 1850s building in January 2000. The family plans to call the building, Chapel Hill apartments. (4/17)
Victor-- The Planning Board has postponed a decision that will determine whether the proposed Belleville subdivision will have to undergo a rigorous environmental review. The 76-unit subdivision proposed on 76 acres in east Victor, meets all zoning laws and density requirements of the overlay district passed last year. Under the overlay district, residentially zoned land may only have a density of one house per acre. (3/30)
Webster-- St. Ann's Community is proposing to build a senior citizen complex 888 Ridge Road across from Webster High School. The 41-acre campus would include 176 senior citizen apartments, 68 cottages, 100 assisted living units, and 120 skilled nursing beds. The nonprofit corporation asked the Town Board to rezone the land to allow the project. The land currently is zoned primarily for retail. The proposal calls for a service entrance on Five Mile Line Road and the main entrance on Ridge Road. (4/23) go to top
1st Quarter 2001
Brighton-- NewMark Development Inc., the developer of the proposed Mercy Park housing project behind Our Lady of Mercy High School has scaled back his proposal. NewMark will reduce the number of apartment buildings from two to one and increase the amount of green space. The revised plan calls for 11 single-family homes, 30 townhomes, and one apartment building with 203 units. Eliminating an additional apartment building means that 78% of the parcel will reserved for green space. The project is critical to the Sisters of Mercy, who agreed to sell 32 acres to NewMark six years ago as a way of raising money for their ministries. The sale, which would bring $750,000 to the sisters, can't go through until Brighton approves the project. (2/19)
Canandaigua-- The city has filed a lawsuit against the town over the proposed Old Brookside housing development on the town-city border. The suit calls for a halt to decisions and actions of the town Planning Board in connection with the proposed 152.2-acre subdivision. The project's environmental impact on the city is debate. The city has some say in the project, as the subdivision's proposed 177 single-family homes, about 50 senior apartments, and 168 other apartments would be hooked up to city sewer and water services. (3/23)
Chili-- Mark IV Construction Co. is seeking a zoning change from neighborhood business to multiple residential on a 27-acre site southwest of the intersection of Union Street and Chili Avenue. The developer has submitted preliminary plans for The Parklands at Chili, a 256 multiple-unit housing development. Preliminary plans call for 64 one-bedroom and 128 two-bedroom rental units, with an additional 64 senior-citizen rental units. The private-entrance units would have no common hallways. Rents would range from $800 to $950 for the one- and two-bedroom apartments. Senior rental rates for units including housekeeping and food preparation will range from $1,300 to $2,300,depending on level of service provided. The complex would have more than 400 parking spaces. A dedicated road is planned to run through the complex and connect entrance/exits on Union Street and Chili Avenue. (2/8)
Chili-- The Planning Board has approved the proposal to construct the 61-unit Union Square Senior Apartment Center on 4.9 acres of vacant land between Attridge Road and Union Street. The plan to create the senior citizen housing unit was submitted by the Providence Housing Development Corp. Since 1996, The Planning Board has required that construction of a road connecting Union Street with Union Square Boulevard be completed prior to the site being further developed. Rochester's Cornerstone Group Ltd., which is working with Providence to develop the senior apartments, asked the Planning Board to revise its 1996 requirement. In addition to building a road connecting Union Street and Union Square Boulevard, the state Department of Transportation is requiring that the Cornerstone Group make sewer and traffic lane improvements to a 1,850-foot section of Union Street. The Cornerstone Group stated the road construction may not happen until a state project to upgrade the Union Street/Buffalo Road intersection commences in 2003 or 2004. Although the 61-unit building far exceeds zoning density laws the Planning Board granted final approval to the plan. Providence Housing Development, which is affiliated with Catholic Charities, will seek a variance from the Zoning Board. (2/16)
Dansville-- Conifer Realty LLC, a Rochester based developer, has proposed spending $8 million to convert the 122-room brick building known as McFadden Castle into an assisted living facility for the elderly. The mansion has been vacant since 1972 and eventually was taken over by the county because of unpaid taxes. Conifer wants to purchase the 41-acre estate and use low-interest loans from the state, along with state and federal tax credits, to lure investors into renovating the building. The proposal depends on approval from the New York state Division of Housing and Community Development. The proposed housing complex would have 53 apartments for people age 55 and older with varied incomes. Rents would range from $360 to $850. Medical attention and meals would be available. (1/15)
Farmington-- The Oakwood Company, the developer of the stalled Fairdale Glens Apartment complex has lost the project site land to foreclosure and has been sued by Geneva Housing Authority. Nearly 45 acres off Route 96 near Hook Road will be sold at public auction next month. A judgment of foreclosure against Oakwood for failure to pay a $325,000 mortgage was handed down in state Supreme Court. Geneva Housing Authority has also filed suit to recoup nearly $93,200 in attorney fees it incurred on the project. According to town records, the assessed value of the vacant land is $139,600. All taxes on the land are paid. The developer proposed a 104-unit apartment complex for low-to moderate-income families. Plans for Fairdale Glens Apartments received Planning Board approval with more than 200 conditions, but the financing was rejected by the Town Board. (2/9)
Greece-- Sortino Builders is proposing to build up to 90 homes on about 30 acres of land at the southeast corner of North Avenue and Maiden Lane. The builder is requesting that the town rezone the 30-acre parcel from Single-Family 2 to Single-Family 3, a move that would allow the developer to build 12 more houses at the site. If approved, the total number of houses could increase from 78 to 90. The houses would range from 1,200 to 1,400 square feet and cost between $135,000 to $200,000. (1/28) The Town Board approved a zoning change for 30 acres at the southeast corner of Maiden Lane and North Avenue from Single-Family 2 to Single-Family 3. The rezoning will allow the developer, Sortino Builders, to build 90 houses at the site. (3/1)
Henrietta-- Forest Creek Equity Corp. has withdrawn their plans to build 40 single-family homes near Karen Lee Drive. The developer cited fierce opposition from neighbors regarding green space and environmental issues as the reason for his withdrawal. Forest Creek had offered to pay the town $200,000 for the 25-acre parcel. The town wanted to sell the land to help offset the cost of the $2.6 million public works building under construction next to the Town Hall on Calkins Road. (2/6)
Irondequoit-- NewMark Development Co. Inc. wants to build a 96-unit senior citizen housing complex on a residential section of Norton Street. The two-story building would be at 2662,2670,2700 Norton Street, between Densmore and Helendale roads, and would require tearing down at least one home. Details about the complex, in terms of what kinds of services would be offered, are unknown. Preliminary site plans have not been submitted yet. After Planning Board review the Town Board must consider changing the land's zoning from Single-Family Residential to Multi-Family Residential. (1/9)
Ogden-- Developer Gary Inzana received Town Board rezoning approval for his proposed 20-apartment senior citizen complex at Union Street (Route 259)and Ogden-Parma Town Line Road. The Board rezoned the four-acre parcel from residential to senior citizens housing. The number of units was reduced from 24 in three, single-story buildings to 20 in two buildings. The entrance was moved to Union Street from Ogden-Parma Townline Road near the Taylor Elementary School entrance. A larger area has been designated for the storage of drainage water. (3/2)
Rochester-- The city is planning to build up to 45 homes through this year's Home Expo program. About 28 homes a year have been constructed through the program. Home Expo is target at moderate-to middle-income home buyers. The program provides grants of up to $20,000 to reduce the cost of a home. Prices range from $66,000 to $76,000. Some buyers qualify for an additional $6,000 for down payments and closing costs. Each home buyer will be responsible for a minimum personal investment of $2,000. A buyer must live in the home for at least 10 years or pay at least a portion of the grant back to the city. Last year, the city built 22 homes in one subdivision, Anthony Square off West Main Street. This year, prospective buyers will be able to choose from 287 lots scattered across the city. Eight models will be built on Troup Street across from Anthony Square. Construction will start in the spring. The $960,000 program is funded with a combination of city, state and federal funding. The city received a $500,000 grant from the state Affordable Housing Corp. City Council is scheduled to approve the sale of land and agreements with developers in the program. (2/12)
Rochester-- Developer Peter Willard plans to convert the seven-story, 70,000 sq.ft. Artcraft Building, located at 89 Allen Street, into loft apartments. The project is a joint effort between Artcraft Optical and the developer. Artcraft Optical Corp. plans to relocate its operations. The Artcraft Building, which dates to 1905, could be ready for occupancy next fall. The exact layout and prices of the market-rate rentals are yet to be determined. (12/17)
Victor-- Pride Mark Homes wants to build a 37-home subdivision on 112 acres, south of Boughton Hill Road and east of Brace Road. Homes at the proposed development, called Stonebridge, would sell for between $250,000 and $450,000 and would be built on lots of a minimum of three-quarters of an acre, and as large as 1 c acres. Victor requires new housing subdivision to have at least 50% green space. (3/8) go to top
4th Quarter 2000
Gates-- The Town Board approved a request by the Episcopal Church Home to rezone a nearly 11-acre plot needed to build a senior housing complex from residential to multipurpose. The plan consists of an on-premise gift ship, beauty salon, chapel and gardens along with 70 single-occupancy assisted living units and 19 single or double occupancy cottages, a change from the 67 one-bedroom and four two-bedroom apartments originally planned. The church hopes to break ground on the $8.5 million project in April. (12/6)
Greece-- Woodcreek Development Corp. has received approval from the Planning Board for an extension of its Forest Glen subdivision called Forest Glen North. The subdivision, will be built north of Latta Road and northwest of Flynn Road and Whispering Pines Circle, and consists of 113 lots on about 69.4 acres. The average size lot in the project is about half an acre. The homes in the subdivision will be part of the Hilton school district and will be priced between $115,000 to $195,000. (11/16)
Greece-- The Planning Board approved revised site plans for a new senior-citizen housing complex on Mt. Read Blvd. The complex, which includes a combination of assisted and independent living units, will be built on a seven-acre parcel at 3330 Mt. Read Blvd., between Maiden Land and Stone Road. The project calls for two, two-story wood-frame buildings with a total of 96 units. A one-story community building will be built between the two residential buildings. The complex will offer meals, transportation, and other services for seniors. It is expected to be open by next September. (9/28)
Greece-- The Planning Board has approved Horizon Homes application to build a housing development of 123 lots on 72.1 acres north of Latta Road and east of North Greece Road. It will be called Field Stone Estates. The homes in the development will be part of the Hilton School district and will be priced between $115,000 to $195,000. The Field Stone Estates subdivision will be built southwest of the Forest Glen North Estates subdivision. (11/16)
Greece-- Woodland Village, a new senior-living community operated by Unity Health Systems is starting to move residents into the new facility. Woodland Village, located next to Park Ridge Hospital, consists of 122 one and two bedroom units. The complex is the newest addition to The Villages at Park Ridge, which includes two other senior-living complexes. (9/28)
Henrietta-- West Town Village, located at 60 Hendrix Road off Thruway Park Drive, is affordable rental housing for independent seniors. The development of West Town Village was a collaborative effort between many public and private partners. To finance the $5.7 million project, Providence Housing obtained a low-interest, 30-year loan of $1,770,000 from the New York State Housing Trust Fund. The New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal approved low income housing tax credits for the project. Monroe County provided a $350,000 loan to the project. The Greater Rochester Housing Partnership and Chase Manhattan Bank provided construction financing. The Enterprise Social Investment Corp. of Columbia, Md., is providing equity as is Providence Housing. The project contractor was LeCesse Construction Co.; the architect was SWBR Architects, P.C.; and the engineer was SEA Consultants, LLC. The project consists of 43 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom apartments for seniors age 55 and older who have incomes at 50% or less of the area median income. Maximum income for an individual is $18,350 and $20,950 for a couple. Rents range from $355 to $445, depending on family size and income. Providence Housing, a not-for-profit corporation affiliated with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester, develops, finances and manages housing for individuals and families in the 12 counties of the Diocese of Rochester. (12/13)
Penfield-- Developer Richard Gollel & Cos. Inc. is close to submitting a proposal to build a 190-unit complex of upscale apartments at 1440 Empire Boulevard, a 27-acre bayside parcel east of the Bounty Harbor Marina. Town officials say Gollel is considering spending $15 million to $20 million on the project. (12/8)
Rochester-- Mark IV Construction is moving forward with plans to build a complex of apartments, shops and offices along the Genesee River called Corn Hill Landing. The project site is on Exchange Boulevard directly south of the Trop Howell Bridge. It will feature 125 market-rate luxury apartments. The units are expected to cost from $895 a month for a studio to $1,400 a month for a three-bedroom deluxe loft with a waterside balcony. The commercial end of the project consists of 15,500 square feet of space (100% preleased). Office space will account for ~ 20,000 square feet. The project, expected to take 18 to 24 months, will feature four buildings connected by enclosed bridges. Mark IV is expected to invest more than $15 million in the project. Construction is scheduled to begin in the spring. (9/29) Canal Landing is a partnership between Mark IV, the city, and New York State Canal Corp. The state recently completed construction of the flood wall and public walkway south of the Court Street Dam. The cost was about $1.64 million. The city is spending about $2.7 million to prepare the site. The project is one of the first steps in developing the stretch of the Genesee River that connects downtown to the Erie Canal. (10/1)
Webster-- St. Ann's Community is proposing a three-phase project that when completed, would consist of an assisted-living facility, an Alzheimer's disease care facility, and an independent-living facility with patio homes. In total, the project calls for 295 apartments on 26.4 acres of land at 1994 Empire Blvd. Developers hope to receive preliminary approval by December, with construction beginning sometime in the spring. (9/21) go to top
3rd Quarter 2000
Brighton-- NewMark Development, the developer of Mercy Park, a proposed senior-living project has submitted a draft environmental-impact statement to the town for review. NewMark's proposal calls for a 295-unit retirement community on Clover Street. The development would consist of 11 single-family homes, 39 town homes, 95 independent-living apartments, and a 150-bed enhanced-care facility. The project would be built in two phases, with everything but the enhanced-care facility built in phase I. The complex would be built on 32 acres currently owned by the Sisters of Mercy. NewMark is asking the town to rezone 18.5 acres of the property from residential to residential high density. The Sear-Brown Group, the developer's consultant, prepared the environmental impact statement. In the statement, Sear-Brown indicates that there will be no significant impact on traffic, utilities, or drainage. The entire project could be affected by a proposed one-year moratorium on development on selected parcels in the town. The town is in the middle of a comprehensive-plan update. If enacted, the moratorium would prevent the approval of site plans and building permits. Regardless of the outcome of the project, the Sisters of Mercy need to sell the land in order to keep viable the order, which includes the all-girls Our Lady of Mercy High School. (6/7)
Canandaigua-- California-based developer Cantwell-Anderson wants a 40-year lease to convert two empty buildings at the Canandaigua VA Medical Center into low-cost apartments. The developer would convert buildings 36 and 37 in the Fort Hill Avenue complex into as many as 223 apartments that would serve mostly veterans. The company is associated with USA Vets, a non-profit veteran support organization that has taken on similar projects out west. VA officials will submit a business plan for the housing operation to their headquarters in Washington, D.C. Approval is expected in October, and congressional notification of the approval could take place between October 2000 and March 2001. The final draft of the lease is public record, as the owner of the property is a federal agency. Cantwell-Anderson has hired Rochester-based Chait Studios as its architect. (8/11)
Greece-- Woodcreek Development Corp. has proposed an extension of its Forest Glen subdivision called Forest Glen North. The subdivision, which would be built north of Latta Road and northwest of Flynn Road and Whispering Pines Circle, would consist of 113 lots on about 69.4 acres. The average size lot in the project is about half an acre. (9/6)
Greece-- Horizon Homes, Inc. is seeking Planning Board approval for a housing development of 123 lots on 72.1 acres north of Latta Road and east of North Greece Road. It would be called Field Stone Estates. The proposed Field Stone Estates subdivision would be built southwest of the proposed Forest Glen North Estates subdivision. The average size lot in the project is about half an acre. (9/6)
Greece-- The Planning Board granted preliminary site plan approval to Housing Opportunities Inc. for a housing project that will put 40 low-income townhouses along the Erie Canal. The plans call for 10 four-unit, one and two-story buildings and a one-story community center on 6.2 acres east of Long Pond Road between the Greece-Gates town line and the Erie Canal. The homes are being targeted to families with annual income of around $20,000. Construction is expected to begin next spring. (9/6,9/7)
Greece-- Rural Opportunities Inc, a Rochester-based nonprofit organization, will build a $4.5 million senior housing complex at 1311 Long Pond Road. Ada-Ridge Court will include 49 one-and-two-bedroom units intended for lower and fixed income seniors. The state Division of Housing and Community Renewal recently pledged $1.5 million to complete the project. Other funding will come from the county and federal-aid programs. The town approved the project about three years ago, but a lack of funding stalled the project. Rents on the apartments at Ada-Ridge would range from $400 to approximately $600. Construction may begin as early as September. (7/6)
Macedon-- Home Properties of Rochester presented to the Planning Board a new proposal expanding the planned community of Gananda by 325 acres. The most recent plan includes 621 homes in the area between West Walworth and Hance roads, a 7,000 square-foot health center and physical therapy facility, and a bank on the corner of Gananda Parkway and Canandaigua Road. The developer will give the town $500 for every house built in the proposed area to purchase additional undeveloped land or buy land development rights. Home Properties needs the Town Board to rezone the 325 acres from its current residential/agricultural label to one of residential, commercial and light industrial. The Town Board referred the rezoning request to the Planning Board for review. (6/8) go to top
2nd Quarter 2000
Canandaigua-- Construction is underway on Ferris Hills at West Lake, a senior housing community overlooking Canandaigua Lake. The facility is affiliated with F.F. Thompson Health System and will be located less than a mile from its hospital. The complex will have 84 "independent living" apartments, as well as 48 "enriched living" apartments. There are six apartment sizes ranging from 605 square feet to 1,350 square feet. The smallest apartment involves a $69,000 refundable deposit, 10% of which is required at reservation, with the remainder paid upon moving in. There is also a $1,295 monthly service fee that covers utilities, (1) daily meal, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, and activities. Amenities will include private dining rooms, a lounge with a balcony overlooking the lake, a beauty and barber shop, a library with computer access, a convenience store, a deli, and a fitness center. Of the 57 acres comprising Ferris Hills at West Lake, only about 14% will be developed. 65% of the independent living units are reserved. (4/6)
Egypt-- Pride Mark Homes Inc. is asking the town to rezone a 40-acre site along Mason Road near Pittsford-Palmyra Road from "residential B" to "apartment". The rezoning change would allow Pride Mark to build a 150-unit complex on the site. The development plan calls for 30 buildings: 11 duplex units that would be built along the perimeter of the site, and 19 structures that would each contain six to eight apartment units. The site would include a clubhouse, pool, and tennis courts. A 100-foot buffer is planned to preserve nearby wetlands. The two-family duplexes will be one story with two-car attached garages. The apartment buildings will be two-to-three stories high and have one-to-two car attached garages with separate entrances, patios and mixed masonry exteriors. Rents would range from $750 to $1,200. (3/23,5/4)
Gates-- The town is considering two plans for senior citizen housing. The Rochester-based Episcopal Church Home submitted plans for an assisted-living complex to be built on a 9.5-acre site on Buffalo Road. Plans for Gates Senior Housing, the temporary name give to the church home's 71-unit residential complex, include 67 one-bedroom and four two-bedroom apartments, an on-premises gift shop, beauty salon, chapel and gardens. The church home asked the board to rezone the property from residential to multiple residence. In addition, Rochester Christian Church submitted plans to build Bethany Village, a 52-unit project that would, for the most part, house members of the congregation. The 10-acre complex would feature a 6,500 square-foot commons area for activities and social events. The project needs Town Board and Planning Board approval. (4/5)
Greece-- Developer, Max Farash received planning board approval for the proposed Courtyard Lanes Apartment project. The plans call for five two-story apartment buildings, with eight 1,100 square-foot units a piece, to be built on a 4.5-acre parcel located south of English Road and east of Dewey Avenue. The town is requiring the developer to build a wooden fence along the border of the property and to replace any trees and shrubbery affected by the construction. Construction is expected to begin in May and will take about eight months to complete. (3/16)
Greece-- The Whitney Group, a Rochester-based development firm has proposed building an 80-house subdivision near Canal Ponds Park. The Canal Side Estates development is planned for about 80 acres just south of the park. The houses are expected to cost between $200,000 and $350,000 according to preliminary plans. Planning board will consider approving the plan after an environmental review of the area is completed. (3/16)
Greece-- The construction of a senior citizen assisted-living facility at Park Ridge Hospital will be paid for with a $20 million county bond. The funding was approved last week by the County of Monroe Industrial Development Agency. Construction of the two-story, 122-unit assisted-living facility began late last year. It is expected to be completed by September. Town officials approved the project in September 1998. Park Ridge applied for the county funding in April. (5/25)
Greece-- The Planning Board is considering a preliminary proposal by Woodcreek Developers to build 116 houses on about 70 acres off Flynn Road. About six acres would need to be rezoned from industrial to residential to make way for the proposed subdivision, called Forest Glen North Estates. The developer is currently seeking site-plan approval for the project. (5/25)
Greece-- Horizon Homes, Inc. is proposing to build 124 houses on about 70 acres off North Greece Road, just north of Latta Road. The proposed Field Stone Estates subdivision would be built southwest of the proposed Forest Glen North Estates subdivision. The Planning Board is currently reviewing drainage issues related to the development. (5/25)
Henrietta-- The Town Board rejected developer PDM Construction's application to rezone a 29-acre parcel on Jefferson Road for a proposed apartment complex, consisting of 41 duplexes and 82 apartments. The town stated that application was inadequate for the board to give approval. Issues such as pending construction on Jefferson Road, traffic flow, and other matters were not properly addressed. (5/24)
Pittsford-- Developer Mascot Inc. is proposing a 33-home subdivision on one of the highest rated parcels of land within Pittsford's 1,800-acre greenprint area. The 48-acre parcel of land is owned by John and Carol Aldridge and is located at 1585 Calkins Road, near Pittsford-Henrietta Townline Road, just before the Henrietta border. The Aldridge property is located within 600 acres of Greenprint land that is not protected by development rights. The town bought development rights for the rest of the greenprint-1,200 acres of farmland-for $9.9 million a couple of years ago. The Sear-Brown Group is designing the proposed houses. (4/5)
Rochester-- The Cultural Center Commission is considering two proposals for the property it owns on East Avenue adjacent to the East End parking garage. The Cultural Center Commission is a joint city and Monroe County agency established in 1979 to enhance the East End cultural district. The commission also owns the East End garage. Robert Doucette, of Syracuse, and local developer Steven Natapow have both submitted plans that include multi-level luxury apartment complexes with ground-floor space for retail shops and offices. Doucette's plans call for a six-story building with 50 two-bedroom apartments. The entire building would be wired for high-speed Internet connections and for security. Natapow's project would involve the Cultural Center Commission's site and property across Scio Street, part of which is occupied by Milestones nightclub. The building would have five or six stories and include 150 apartments with office and retail space on the ground floor. A bridge across Scio Street would connect the two wings of the complex. It also would include high-tech perks such as high-speed communication systems. (5/1)
Sweden-- Crystal Ridge Development submitted plans for an 803-unit community consisting of apartments, townhouses, single-family houses and senior citizen duplexes. The $100 million housing development would be built on 291 acres south of Route 31, off Lake Road. Crystal Ridge Development would boost the town's population by an estimated 2,200 people, or 25%. Construction could begin in 18 months and is expected to take 20 to 25 years. (4/14)
Victor-- The Planning Board has rejected Pioneer Corps'., application to build 154 upscale apartments off of Rawson Road. They stated it is incomplete because there is no agreement with the village to provide sewer service if it's built. Plans for the upscale complex include 22 apartment buildings housing up to eight apartments each with garages, a clubhouse, and pool. The apartment rents would range from $800 to $1,300 per month. The complex would be located in the existing Drumlins subdivision between two tracts of single-family homes. Approximately 55 clustered town homes are also in the subdivision. (4/7,4/26) The Pioneer Corp., developer of the Drumlins is suing the village of Victor to try to get sewer service to the project. The village maintains that the system already is operating under a state Department of Environmental Conservation consent agreement to occasionally exceed limits, and that the apartment complex would overtax the system's limited capacity. (4/26)
Victor-- The Town Board approved a zoning change for 10 acres on High Street so that a developer can open a senior housing complex. U.S. Homes Corp. intends to build a 144-unit complex, called The Park Crescent at Victor, for independent seniors, seniors who need medical care, and seniors with Alzheimer's disease. U.S. Homes Corp. plans to start constructing the first 96 apartments this fall, to open in the fall of 2001. More apartments are planned for 2002. (3/14) go to top
1st Quarter 2000
Canandaigua-- Home Properties of New York Inc. announced that issues have been resolved regarding a proposed housing project along Buffalo Street Extension. The existing Old Brookside proposal calls for 177 homes, 160 apartments, 48 senior apartments and 33,000 square feet of commercial/office use on 137 acres of land between Buffalo Street Extension and Routes 5 and 20. Those numbers will be revised when the preliminary site/development plans are submitted to the Planning Board in a few months. Phase I of the project now calls for construction of 26 single-family homes, at an average cost of $125,000, and possibly as many as one-third of the 168 apartments that are now proposed for the development. (12/30)
Egypt-- Pride Mark Homes Inc. of Rochester is proposing an "upscale community" called Tuscany Village off of Mason Road near Broadmoor Trail. Pride Mark Homes would have to get approval to rezone part of the 40 acres it plans to build on from its current Residential B zoning. Pride Mark is proposing 10 duplexes and 19 two-floor apartment buildings. The project would have a total of 148 units as well as a community center, pool, tennis court, exercise facility and business center. The duplexes would fit under the Residential B zoning classification, the apartments require apartment district zoning classification. The two-family duplexes would have two bedrooms. The apartment buildings would include a mix of one, two or three bedrooms as well as one or two attached garages. Rents would range from $750 to $1,200. (2/3)
Greece-- Guiliano Development Corp., has sold the land at Fetzner Square to Al Spaziano & Companies for an undisclosed sum of money. The Rochester-based developer plans to go ahead with the previously approved apartment complex. The Town Board approved the development, which included a plan for 12 two-story apartment buildings, with 148 apartments and 52 townhouses. The 15-acre parcel of land was rezoned from single family homes to multi-residential housing in July 1998. Construction of the complex is scheduled to begin this spring. (3/9)
Greece-- The Whitney Group, a Rochester-based development firm has proposed building an 83-house subdivision near Canal Ponds Park. The Canal Side Estates development is planned for about 80 acres just south of the park. The houses would be built on approximately 1.5-acre lots, and are expected to cost between $200,000 and $350,000 according to preliminary plans. The developer is planning to start construction as early as this spring. A formal application is expected to be submitted to the town this week. Planning Board approval is required before the project can move forward. (3/2,3/9)
Greece-- Residents are prepared to take legal action to stop the construction of new townhouses and an elderly-living center next to Carriage Glen Apartments. According to preliminary plans submitted to the town, the development, being proposed by Bierworth-Riedman Homes Inc. and Wegmans Companies, would include a two-story, 115-unit senior citizen assisted-living facility and 18 new townhouses. The project is planned for approximately four acres west of Long Pond Road, between English and Mill roads. The land is zoned for single-family houses and would require the Town Board to approve a zoning change for the parcel before the project moves forward. (2/10)
Penfield-- Construction will begin this spring on the Baywinde Senior Living Community, located on a 18-acre site between Bay Road and the Irondequoit Bay, across from the Wegmans Food Markets store. The $12 million senior citizen complex will consist of a total of 212 units, including 78 assisted-living units, 120 independent-living units, and 14 patio homes. The developer, Planning Plus LLC, will be required to plant trees near the edge of the property on top of 6-foot high mounds. The town rezoned the site from single-family housing last year to allow construction of the complex. The site will include two main buildings plus seven smaller duplexes. (2/6,2/24)
Perinton-- Health Care Holdings Corp. has submitted a proposal to the Planning Board to building a nursing home near the intersection of routes 250 and 441. The complex would be situated on a 14-acre site at the southwest corner of Penfield Plaza, near the Wegmans Food Markets store. The complex could include an 81,300 square-foot senior living complex with 140 beds and 40,000 square feet of office space that could be used for doctors' offices. (2/28)
Rochester-- The city of Rochester has begun the construction phase of the Anthony Square Development Project. The 7.4-acre parcel, bounded by West Main, Reynolds and Troup streets, will be developed into a new residential community in southwest Rochester. (2/3)
Victor-- The Pioneer Corp., a developer from Cortland, will make its first formal presentation to the Planning Board to build 154 apartments on 37 acres on Rawson Road not far from the village. Plans for the upscale complex include 22 apartment buildings, housing up to eight apartments each with garages, a club house and pool. The apartment rents would range from $800 to $1,300 per month. The complex would be located in the existing Drumlins subdivision between two tracts of single-family homes. Approximately 55 clustered town homes are also in the subdivision. (2/28)
Victor-- Rochester developer U.S. Homes is seeking the town to rezone 10 acres so it can build 144 independent and assisted-living units aimed at mid-market pricing on High Street. It would be Victor's fourth senior housing project. (2/10) go to top
4th Quarter 1999
Canandaigua-- Thompson Health is building a $18.5 million senior living complex. The 132-unit complex called Ferris Hills at West Lake is located between West Lake and Middle Cheshire roads. It is slated to open in the first quarter of 2001. In addition, Chrisanntha Inc. is building a 108-unit senior complex called Quail Summit on Parish Street Extension near Routes 5 and 20. The construction company plans for residents to move into the apartments in fall 2000. The complex also includes units for early stage dementia and Alzheimer's patients. (11/19)
Fairport-- The Fairport Baptist Homes, located at 4646 Nine Mile Point Road, is requesting 1.4 acres on East Whitney Road be rezoned from single-family residential to the multifamily residential zoning needed to build senior apartments. Fairport Baptist Homes hopes to build three duplexes on the site. The proposed apartments would house independent seniors 65 or older and would include 2.5 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, dining space, bathroom, attached garage and small patio space. Rent would range from $1,500 to $1,700 a month. The Village Board has scheduled a public hearing to give residents a chance to comment on the proposed project. (9/29, 11/10) The application to rezone the parcel on Whitney Road received Planning Board and Village Board approval. As part of the approval, the Village Board voted on a conditional law, stating that the rezoning is only approved for the development planned by Fairport Baptist Homes. (12/15)
Farmington-- Oakwood Companies received Planning Board approval to build a proposed 104-unit complex with a low-interest loan from the Geneva Housing Authority. Oakwood obtained the loan to build Fairdale Glens Apartments, an affordable housing for low to moderate-income families at the 45-acre site off Route 96 near Hook Road. (11/5, 12/7) The Town Board turned down funding approval for the Fairdale Glens Apartments. The Board decided Oakwood Companies should develop the land with other developers, without financial incentives. In addition, they questioned the need for more rental housing in the Farmington area. (12/8)
Farmington-- Farmington Builders has submitted an application to the Planning Board to build a new golf course and senior housing on approximately 285 acres of farm and open land. The land is located on Route 96 between Payne Road and County Road 8, and borders the Lehigh Valley Railroad tracks to the north. Plans indicate that there could be up to 100 senior housing units. In addition, golf course features included a driving range, pro-shop, future pavilion area, snack shop, and parking spaces for more than 400 vehicles. Farmington Builders want to use cluster zoning, which requires giving back something to the town such as open space. (12/9)
Farmington-- A purchase offer has been accepted for the two-story home at 246 Mulberry Drive. The proposed group home for men with developmental disabilities is one of 10 residences the Ontario ARC plans to open over the next two years. Ontario ARC, a nonprofit organization that serves over 700 developmentally disabled people and their families in Ontario County, will open five homes this year with grants from Gov. George E. Pataki. State funding is a $30,000 grant for each resident to be used toward the purchase price of the home. Between $150,000 and $175,000 is available to open the Farmington home. Ontario ARC will also apply for additional grants to open five more group hones by April 2001. Each home will provide housing, meals, companionship, and 24-hour supervision for four to six adults. (11/5)
Greece-- Lifetime Assistance Inc., has submitted a proposal for turning an existing house at 70 Brandon Circle into a home for six developmentally challenged adults. According to the plan, a clinical staff would offer 24-hour services to the residents. Currently, approximately 20 group homes are in Greece. This is the fourth group home proposed in the town in the last two years. (12/16)
Henrietta-- Providence Housing Development Corp. broke ground on affordable housing for seniors called West Town Village. The center will be located between Thruway Park Drive and West Henrietta Road and will be a two-story building with 43 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom apartments. The building will also offer consultation rooms, a lobby and lounge area, management office, meeting room, a small public kitchen, library, laundry room, and a crafts room. West Town Village will serve seniors age 55 and older at 50% of the area median income. The maximum income for an individual would be $17,700 and $20,250 for a couple. Construction is expected to be completed by October 2000. Providence has obtained a low-interest, 30-year loan of $1,770,000 from the New York State Housing Trust Fund. The New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal has approved low-income housing tax credits for the project. Monroe County is providing a $350,000 loan to the project. The Greater Rochester Housing Partnership and Chase Manhattan bank are providing construction financing. (11/10)
Penfield-- Chrisanntha Inc., developers of Ellison Heights Senior Apartment complex, have received Planning Board approval to build their proposed 8-story towers between Penfield and Old Penfield roads. The revised plan calls for building one seven-story and one eight-story structure, with a total of 199 units and 24 townhouses. Debate over the project dates back to 1997. (10/20)
Penfield-- The Planning Board has received the recently -completed environmental impact statement of the proposed Mayer Farm subdivision. Plans for the subdivision, located on the east side of Five Mile Line Road, just north of Plant Road, call for 170 homes on the 110-acre site. The main concerns regarding the development are drainage and traffic. The draft was only one of many steps needed to obtain Planning Board approval. (12/1, 12/15)
Perinton-- The developer, Michael Kieffer of Blackwatch Trail, has submitted plans for a 13-lot subdivision on 7.4 acres, called Farm View, located just south of Mill Road. Pending Planning Board approval, Kieffer plans to buy the 7.4 acres of property from Anthony Cerame. (9/15)
Pittsford-- The Town Board is recommending that a group home for developmentally disabled adults be located at 148 Mendon Center Road. The group home would be operated by the Easter Seals Society of Monroe County and would house six developmentally disabled men. Due to the increase in the number of group home applications, officials have instituted a new policy of asking agencies to make a PILOT (pay-in-lieu-of-taxes) payment totaling what would be paid in town, school and county taxes. According to the town assessor, the taxes paid annually on the Mendon Center Road home are $2,355.99 for school, $372.50 for town, and $786.20 for county. (12/15)
Rochester-- The apartment building, located at 615 Clarissa St., is ready for occupancy. The three story, 50-unit senior citizen complex is part of the $7 million Frederick Douglass Village. The village also includes 23 single-family homes. The federal Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $3.7 million to the senior citizen complex, including $800,000 to subsidize the rents. Unity Health Systems will mange the complex for two years, after which the Frederick Douglas Housing Fund Development Corp. will take over. To qualify to live in the complex you must be at least 62 years old and have a yearly income of no more than $17,700. Residents must also be self-sufficient. Each apartment contains one bedroom, a living room, kitchen, and a large bathroom. (11/29)
Sweden-- Residents are concerned over Crystal Ridge Development, a proposed $100 million planned community to be built on nearly 300 acres of Lake Road. The 800-unit residential complex would boost the town's population an estimated 2,200 people or 25%. The development would comprise 456 apartment units, 116 townhouses, 193 single-family homes, and 38 senior citizen duplexes build over a 20-to-25- year period. The developer, Al Spaziano, submitted plans to both the Planning Board and Town Board for approval. Construction is at least one year away. (11/18) go to top
3rd Quarter 1999
Fairport-- William Durdel is interested in buying the 113-year-old Crosman Center with plans to convert it into senior citizen apartments. Durdel's purchase of the building will depend on whether he receives tax credits from the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal. The building, owned by the village of Fairport, was last occupied by the Perinton Recreation and Parks Department. (6/16)
Gates-- The Town Board has voted to reconsider the Rochester Christian Church's application to rezone a 10-acre, church-owned site at the rear of the church from a single-family designation to multiple-family so it can build the two-story, 52-unit senior citizens apartment building. If the Town Board approves the rezoning, the Planning Board will then review the plan. The Zoning Board will look at the new plans and determine whether zoning variances are needed. (7/10, 8/11)
Geneseo-- Construction on the $2.5 million townhouse development, April Meadows, will start next spring on Meagan Drive in the village. April Meadows will comprise 24 three-bedroom townhouse units, aimed at families with incomes between 38 and 60 percent of the area's median. Median income for a family of four in the area is $50,000. The project received a $1.1 million grant as well as $188,000 in tax credits. (7/15)
Greece-- The Planning Board approved a senior-living community proposed for 3330 Mount Read Blvd. Newmark Development Co. plans to build the Crescent Park assisted-living center on a 13.3-acre parcel of undeveloped land. Construction of the facility is expected to be split into three phases. Phase one and two consists of erecting the four assisted-living residences. The last step of the project will include construction of a memory-care unit for Alzheimer' disease and other memory-related illnesses. Building plans have to be reviewed by the town inspection services before Newmark receives a building permit. (7/1)
Greece-- The town has granted all the necessary approvals for Guiliano Development Corp.'s Fetzner Square project, a 15-acre development that will include the new police 2nd Precinct. Guilano Development will build the 4,000 square-foot facility, but the town is responsible for the interior design, at a cost of $50,000 to $60,000. In addition to the precinct, the site will be home to 12 two-story apartment buildings, with 148 units, as well as 52 townhouses. The townhouses will be a mixture of ranch and two-story buildings, some with garages. The Town Board rezoned ~ 15-acres of land from single-family homes to multi-family housing. The $12 million plan could be completed in less than two years. (6/17)
Henrietta-- Brentland Woods, a new assisted-living facility, located on East Henrietta Road will offer another housing option to senior citizens of low to moderate incomes. The 51-unit apartment-style housing community is sponsored by the Bishop Sheen Ecumenical Housing Foundation and managed by The Episcopal Church Home of Rochester, a nursing home on Mount Hope Avenue. Residents live in fully equipped, handicapped-accessible modern apartments, but a 24-hour staff is available to help with personal care and medication. Three meals a day are served in the dining room and there is housekeeping and laundry service as well as scheduled transportation. Brentland Woods has a capacity of 60 residents and will employ 15 direct patient-care workers. (8/4)
Penfield-- Developers of Ellison Heights Senior Apartment complex have submitted a revised proposal to the Planning Board for approval. The revised plan calls for building one seven-story and one eight-story structure, with a total of 199 units and 24 townhouses. The state appellate court ruled that the original proposed complex was too dense for the site between Penfield and Old Penfield roads. (7/7)
Pittsford-- Marriott International Inc., the developers of the proposed 60,000 square-foot Stratford Gardens facility are seeking a zoning change from the Town Board to build on vacant residential land adjacent to the Maplewood Inn. Marriott International wants to build a 130-unit assisted-living facility, with 106 units for seniors and 24 rooms for residents with the early onset of Alzheimer's disease. The project requires both Town Board approval for the zoning change and Planning Board approval of the proposed site plan. (8/16)
Pittsford-- The Town Board is recommending that a group home for developmentally disabled adults be located at 1 Cranston Road. The Continuing Developmental Service (CDS) wanted the home to be at 32 Whitecliff Drive. Both sites are in the same neighborhood; however, Whitecliff Drive had complications with the driveway being too small and on street parking. (6/23)
Victor-- The town Planning Board granted preliminary approval for two new housing developments. The proposed 110-acre Village on the Park subdivision would have 105 homes on the east side of Victor-Egypt Road. Approximately 60 acres within the development would be open space, including two soccer fields. The second subdivision, the Hamptons, is a 60-acre parcel on the south side of Gillis Road and will be home to 44 single-family homes. Both subdivisions use "clustering", which allows the developer to group homes together on slightly smaller lot sizes than the town code would allow in exchange for preserving open space. (6/24)
2nd Quarter 1999
Avon-- Landsman Development Corp., has completed construction of Avon-On-The-Green, a living community for seniors with low to moderate incomes. The project was made possible by a combination of funding, including a loan from HUD, a Community Development Block Grant and allocations of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits from the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal. The two-story, 35-unit building, which was designed by Barkstrom & LaCroix, Architects, is encased in brick to complement the village's historical 19th-Century architecture. Optional services include a daily noontime meal, laundry, housekeeping and personal care. Mayzon Corp. will manage the property for Landsman. (Spring 1999)
Palmyra-- Sermar Management Corp. of East Rochester was granted approval for a planned senior apartment complex at the corner of Route 31 and Vienna Street. The proposal calls for a two-story, 24-unit building geared toward seniors with limited incomes. The apartments would all be one-bedroom with an elevator as well as a community room in the building. Sermar has submitted an application to the state Department of Housing and Community Renewal for grant money to cover up to 50% of the total construction costs. Construction would take about one year after notification of funding. (5/18)
Perinton-- The Planning Board granted final site plan approval to Bierworth-Reidman Homes, Inc. and the Wegman Co. to rezone 24 acres on Moseley Road from residential to apartment zoning. The 220-unit complex will sit on the east side of the road across from the intersection with Boxwood Lane. Units will be divided into 36 town homes with attached garages, four-unit town homes, and eight unit buildings, no higher than two stories. Rents will run from $800 to $1,500. Apartments will range from one bedroom with one bath to two bedrooms with two baths. Other amenities are cable and Internet access and a clubhouse with a full-scale exercise room, a business center and library, a lounge room and an outdoor heated pool. (4/10)
Rochester-- Mayor Johnson, with the Erie Harbor Partnership and Mark IV Construction Co. Inc., announced plans for the development of a $15 million residential and retail waterfront community along the Genesee River. Funding for the project will be provided by the city of Rochester, the New York State Canal Corporation, and private investors. The Corn Hill Landing development is scheduled to be completed by July 2002 and would include 120 luxury apartments, 12,000 square-feet of retail shops, a Harbor-master headquarters and a small office building. Tentatively, rents for the one-and two-bedroom apartments would be around $800 to $1,000 a month. Exchange Boulevard would change from a four-lane road into a two-lane street north of Plymouth Avenue. The project adds another piece to the city's downtown and neighborhood revitalization plans. (4/29)
Rochester-- The County Legislature approved allowing the Cultural Center Commission to lend $1.5 million to Mark IV Construction Co. to build a seven-story complex on East Avenue at Scio Street. The commission is a county and city agency established 20 years ago to develop the city's East End cultural district. The money would come from the $3.5 million Cultural Center Commission fund that is used to maintain the Metro Center East End Garage. The proposed multi-million-dollar luxury apartment building would be erected on what is now a parking lot in back of the parking garage. The project would include 80 apartments, rooms for temporary lodging and space for shops on the first floor. (5/13, 6/9)
Victor-- LeChase Construction and Landsman Development Corp. have begun construction on an 80-unit independent living community. Forest Park At Eastview, located just off Turk Hill Road, has partnered with Strong Health to provide residents with health and wellness services. Forest Park has a competitive edge in the area because they do not charge their residents the traditional entrance fee or require any long term lease commitments. (Spring 1999)
1st Quarter 1999
Brighton-- The Town Board has approved an incentive-zoning proposal for Arden Courts of Brighton, a facility for Alzheimer's disease patients. The 29,000 square-foot facility is slated for a 3.8-acre site on Blossom Road, west of Interstate 590, near the city border. Manor Care Health Services Inc., a Gaithersburg, Md. health care company, is seeking to build a 60-bed housing complex for senior citizens that suffer from Alzheimer's Disease. If the Planning Board approves Arden Courts, it will be the sixth incentive-zoning project approved since the town's law was established in 1994. (12/16)
Brighton-- Developer Elliott Press is preparing to start the second phase of Barclay Square, a proposed upscale "community" of 73 homes on 30 acres off Westfall Road. Phase 2 will include the construction of 28 single-family homes that will be in addition to the 24 homes built during the first phase of the project, which began in 1994. Final site plan approval of Barclay Square is scheduled to go before the Planning Board on January 21st. Homes in Barclay Square are selling in the range of $200,000 to $400,000. The largest home is approximately 3,200 square feet, with most averaging 2,500 to 2,800 square feet. Of the 24 homes already built in Phase One, 21 have been sold. (12/23)
Canandaigua-- Cayer Builders Inc. purchased 7.74 acres, assessed at $65,000, in the Canandaigua Classics subdivision. The land, located on the northeast end of the city between Canandaigua Avenue and Cribb Street, represents some of the last undeveloped land in Canandaigua. The developer plans to build 26 single-family homes valued from $140,000 to $160,000. The Zoning Board of Appeals has approved Cayer's development project. City Planning Board approval is still required. The subdivision was created in 1987 but came to a halt with the death of owner Donna E. DeSeyn in December of 1995. (2/23)
Canandaigua-- F.F. Thomson Health Systems has received Planning Board approval on conceptual drawings for Ferris Hills at West Lake, the 44-acre community to be built between West Lake Road and Middle Cheshire Road. Thomson's architects have to go through the building permit process. The community will feature 84 "independent living" units, and 48 "enriched living" units for seniors needing more assistance with meals and personal care. Construction is expected to start in 1999 with occupancy anticipated for 2000. (2/16)
Canandaigua-- Chrisanntha Inc. plans to begin construction on Quail Summit, a middle-income seniors community to be located off of Parrish Street, this spring. Plans for the 108-unit, Phase I include - 58 apartments for independent living, 28 units designed for assisted living and 22 units providing care to those in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. The 29-acre site off Parrish Street Extension has received approval for up to 234 units. (2/16)
Gates-- Rochester Christian Church is seeking Town Board approval to rezone part of its property for construction of a senior citizens apartment building. The two-story, 52-unit building would be located on a five-acre site at 3177 Lyell Road. The property currently is zoned single-family, but the church needs the land to be zoned multi-family for the apartment complex. The Town Board denied the church's first request in December. (2/27)
Greece-- Giuliano Development Corp. is seeking Town Board approval to rezone approximately 15 acres of land at the corner of Fetzner Road and Maiden Lane from single-family homes to multi-family housing. The Town Board has postponed a decision on the rezoning request because the board needed more time before making a ruling. The "Fetzner Square" plan calls for 80 apartment units and 80 townhouses, which would rent for ~ $850 a month. In addition, the company wants to "move" an area of commercial zoning from one area of the open land to another spot, where a private office building and a retail outlet would be built. SRF & Associates of Rochester have completed a traffic study in response to neighborhood opposition regarding an increase in traffic flow. (12/17)
Greece-- Sunrise Development Inc. wants to build a 51-unit adult-care facility for the elderly at 1700 Long Pond Road. The Massachusetts-based company is proposing to rezone eight acres of land east of Long Pond Road and south of the Erie Canal from commercial to residential. Sunrise also needs a special permit from the Town Board to operate such a facility at that location. The Victorian-style building would be located on about 3.86 acres and have the capacity to assist 68 residents. A room or suite at the proposed facility will range from 250 to 550 square feet. (2/25)
Greece-- Crescent Park, an adult-care facility, to be built by Newmark Development Co., is being proposed for 13 acres of open land located at 3330 Mt. Read Blvd. Newmark is proposing 330 beds, divided among rooms and suites for assisted-living and a "memory care" facility. The land is zoned for single-family residential use so the town would have to approve a special permit before the project moves forward. The development would have 180 assisted living suites, the majority would be one bedroom, and 59 suites for people with Alzheimer's disease or similar illnesses. None of the suites would have kitchens. The monthly rent for the assisted living suites would range from $1,350 to $1,450, and $1,800 to $2,000 for the memory care units. (12/20)
Greece-- Heritage Christian Home has been awarded approval to operate a group home at 80 Kentucky Crossings. The house will be home to six developmentally disabled men; five of them already live in town. Hunter's Crossing, an upscale subdivision, where houses sell for $170,000 to $229,000, is off Long Pond Road, just north of Latta Road. Hunter's Crossing residents plan to appeal the decision. (12/31)
Henrietta-- Konar Enterprises received Town Board approval to build an apartment complex for senior citizens. The apartments designed for seniors ages 55 and older that can live on their own, will be located near the northwest corner of Erie Station and West Henrietta roads. One bedroom apartments will have a monthly rent between $325 and $395, while two0bedroom apartments will rent between $350 and $425. Construction of the West Town Village Apartments is scheduled to start by October 1999 and be completed by June 2000. This is the first new independent-living, non-health-related facility for seniors approved in Henrietta in 10 years. (2/10)
Henrietta-- Tony Meleo, owner of Country Estates Home Builders in Spencerport, is seeking Town Board approval to rezone land at 1256 and 1278 Lehigh Station Road, between Matthews & Fields Lumber and Florrendin Drive. The 11 acre parcel, currently zoned industrial and single-family residential, is owned by Henry Hanson. Meleo plans to construct 10 buildings, each with eight apartments, for senior citizen use. A special-use permit would be required from the town for this use. (3/3)
Lakeville-- Developers of Lakeville Village Estates, a 71.9 acre senior citizen housing development, plan to break ground in January. Once complete, Lakeville Village will be 175 units of manufactured homes for residents ages 55 and older. Residents will own the homes and rent the land on which they sit. Costs have not yet been determined. (12/30)
Mendon-- The Planning Board granted sketch plan approval for a proposed eight-lot subdivision on approximately 61 acres of land located on the west side of Clover Street. The site involves approximately 17 acres of land that is being offered to the town for dedicated parkland. (3/3)
Ogden-- Ogden Center Development is seeking rezoning for land along Spencerport Road to allow houses and apartments designated for senior citizens. Plans call for 97 single-family houses and two apartment buildings with 40 units each. The houses would be small; patio-style ranch homes and would be limited to purchase by or rental to people 55 or older. Some of the houses will be sold for between $80,000 and $120,000. Others will be available to rent. The apartments will rent for between $430 and $650 a month. (1/22)
Palmyra-- Sermar Management Corp. of East Rochester is seeking preliminary approval for a planned senior apartment complex. The proposal calls for a two-story, 24-unit building on the south side of Vienna Street. The apartments would all be one-bedroom with an elevator as well as a community room in the building. The complex is geared toward people 55 and older. If all approvals are obtained from the town, Sermar will apply to the state for a low-interest loan. If approved, construction would begin in October and the apartments would be ready for occupancy by June of 2000. (1/10)
Penfield-- Heartwood Development Co., an Albany-based development firm, is proposing to build three multi-residential building on a site between the Browncroft Community Church and the Faith Lutheran Church. The parcel is currently zoned for single-family residential homes, requiring the 5-acre parcel rezoned for the project. If approved by the Zoning Board and Town Board, the project would include building two one-story buildings and one two-story building at the site. The development would provide 66 one-bedroom independent-living apartments for people 62 and older. Approximately one quarter of the units will be handicapped accessible. Rents would range from $400 to $525 per month, including utilities. Income requirements are tentatively set for seniors earning between 45-60% of the median household income. In Monroe County, that is set at about $36,000. (1/20)
Perinton-- Metrose Builders is in the preliminary stages of creating 38 single-family house lots in the Leander Creek Subdivision. The concept and design for the planned subdivision, which would be located on the east side of Aldrich Road between Pittsford-Palmyra and Ayrault roads, have not receive Planning Board approval. The Conservation Board has raised some concern over the location of the subdivision relative to federal wetlands. (2/24)
Perinton-- Bierworth-Reidman Homes, Inc. and the Wegman Co. is seeking approval to rezone 24 acres on Moseley Road from residential to apartment zoning. The 240 units would sit on the east side of the road across from the intersection with Boxwood Lane. Units would be in 32 buildings no higher than two stories. The site, owned by local developer Jay Birnbaum, is near the Southern Hills subdivision. The Town Board approved the project with a few conditions: the developer must build townhouses between the apartments and nearby single-family homes; the buildings must be no closer than 70 feet from the side of any existing home or 125 feet from the rear of any existing home. (12/12)
Pittsford-- Marriott International Inc. is proposing to build an assisted-living facility for senior citizens on East Avenue. Marriott wants to build a 20,000 square-foot structure on an undeveloped 4.9 acre plot next to the Maplewood Inn. The project requires town board approval since the parcel's current zoning does not permit such a facility. Marriott is offering the town $100,000 to build sidewalks along East Avenue to consider an incentive zoning application. For $90 a day, residents would receive three meals, housekeeping services, transportation, social, cultural and educational programs. (1/20)
Pittsford-- Jeffrey Smith, chief executive officer of Woodstone Custom Homes, has asked the Town Board to alter its zoning laws so he can build a new subdivision on a 136-acre parcel. The local developer is asking the Town Board to let him build 135 single-family homes on 60% of the Schoen and Manno land off Mendon Center Road. In exchange for the incentive zoning approval, the town would receive more than 80 acres of wetlands, wooded area, and open space. The incentive-zoning law, adopted in 1996, allows developers flexibility when adhering to standard zoning laws. If the proposal is approved, the development would include 2,000-to-3,000 square-foot homes costing $240,000 to $280,000 and larger , higher priced homes in the $400,000 range. (1/19)
Pittsford-- Pittsmere Inc., a holding company for Wegmans Food Markets Inc., wants to build 25 upscale homes off Mendon Road near Thornell Road. Ketmar Development of Pittsford presented a conceptual plan for the 109 -acre site to the Town Planning Board. It is the first time a developer has proposed building on land fully within the town's Greenprint, a plan adopted in 1997 to protect farmland and manage growth. The company's proposal would split the parcel in two, leaving alone about 25 acres on the west side of Mendon Road. Pittsmere is proposing 25 homes on ~ 42 acres, leaving the wood lot and stream area intact. A formal application has not been submitted to the town. (2/3,2/25)
Rochester-- DePaul Community Services has proposed building an 85-bed facility for the mentally ill on Dewey Avenue. The $5 million development on the three-acre lot across from Edgerton Park has been eagerly welcomed by the neighborhood. The facility will be Rochester's first single-room occupancy project, which provides studio apartments for its clients. Construction will start next March and be completed by January 2000. (12/28)
Rochester-- The Frederick Douglas Village revitalization project was initiated by a local church and is supported by Corn Hill residents. In development are: 23 single-family houses ranging in price from $88,000 to $110,000 and a 50-unit senior citizen apartment complex at a cost of $7 million, most of which the city and federal government are funding. The city invested $500,000 to build two new roads and infrastructure. The Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $3.7 million to the senior citizen complex, and another $800,000 to subsidize the rents. The housing development will be completed by August 29th and the senior complex will open October 15th. (3/9)
Rochester-- City crews began demolishing West Square Manor, an obsolete housing project at West Main and Troup streets. The project, formerly F.I.G.H.T. Square, will be replaced with 26 rental town houses and 25 single-family, owner-occupied homes. The demolition work is expected to take at least three months. (2/4)
4th Quarter 1998
Brighton-- Manor Care Health Services Inc. of Gaithersburg, Md. is asking the Town Board to issue a conditional use permit under the incentive-zoning law for a residential apartment complex on Blossom Road, west of Interstate 590. The area in question is currently zoned for office use. The health care company is seeking to build a 60-bed housing complex for senior citizens that suffer from Alzheimer's Disease. The incentive-zoning law allows developers to offer the town certain amenities in exchange for approving projects. If the Brighton home is approved, it will be the sixth incentive-zoning project since the town's law was established in 1994. (12/2)
East Rochester-- Arc of Monroe County is proposing a new group home for four adults with developmental disabilities at 1105 Main Street. Under the state Mental Hygiene Law, the local government has three options: approve the home, suggest an alternative site, object to the facility on the grounds of "saturation". The town has a 160-bed home for adults that is licensed by the department of Social Services. It is located less than a half-mile from the proposed site of the new group home. (10/28)
Greece-- Unity Health Systems, the parent company of Park Ridge and St. Mary's hospitals, will build a $20 million apartment complex for the elderly. Plans call for 122 apartments on 21 acres south of Straub Road and east of Round Creek Drive, adjacent to the hospital's campus. The Town Board unanimously agreed to rezone the 21 acres from single-family residential to central health care so the project could proceed. The complex will have three styles of apartments: one bedroom, one bedroom with a den, and two bedrooms. Rents will range from $1,600 to $2,800 a month. Unity is working with Living Communities, a Rochester-based developer, on the project. Construction is schedules to begin in the spring of 1999, with the apartments ready for occupancy in January 2000. (10/3)
Greece-- Giuliano Development Corp. is seeking Town Board approval to rezone approximately 15 acres of land at the corner of Fetzner Road and Maiden Lane from single-family homes to multi-family housing. The "Fetzner Square" plan calls for 80 apartment units and 80 townhouses, which would rent for ~ $850 a month. In addition, the company wants to "move" an area of commercial zoning from one area of the open land to another spot, where a private office building and a retail outlet would be built. SRF & Associates of Rochester have completed a traffic study in response to neighborhood opposition regarding an increase in traffic flow. (9/24)
Greece-- Housing Opportunities, a nonprofit housing agency, has presented a conceptual plan to the Planning Board for a housing complex on 6.2 acres east of Long Pond Road, between Greece-Gates Town Line Road and the Erie Canal. Preliminary plans call for 11-four unit townhouses with garages. Housing Opportunities would own the town houses and rent them to families who earn between $18,000 and $30,000 annually. The site was chosen for its proximity to public transportation and an abundance of entry-level jobs. (10/2, 10/15)
Greece-- Crescent Park, an adult-care facility, to be built by Trademark Development Co., is being proposed for 13 acres of open land located at 3330 Mt. Read Blvd. Trademark is proposing 330 beds, divided among rooms and suites for assisted-living and a "memory care" facility. The land is zoned for single-family residential use. In order to operate an adult-care and health-related facility there, Trademark must first be granted a special permit from the Town Board. (12/3)
Henrietta-- DePaul, a not-for-profit organization based in Gates, is currently overseeing the construction of a 43,000 square-foot building at 4455 W. Henrietta Road. The town approved the project, named Woodcrest Commons, earlier this year. DePaul anticipates the one-story, 120 bed building will be open by the end of the summer 1999. The goal of the home is to provide care to people who are unable to live independently but do not need around-the-clock care. (11/25)
Macedon-- Waterford Custom Homes Inc., in Victor, has withdrawn its proposal to construct 17 buildings consisting of 204 apartments on Wayneport Road. The 26-acre parcel is now zoned R-30, for single-family homes and duplexes, so rezoning was necessary from the Town Board. The Town Board decided the project would pose a significant environmental impact. (11/14)
Palmyra-- James Sorenson, owner of the Palmyra Airport, has announced he will turn his 36-acre plot into a housing development. The airstrip is located on the west side of Division Street, about a half a mile outside the village limits. Sorenson said 36 to 46 homes would go up on the property, which already lies in a residential zoning district. The property, much of which is open space, is currently assessed at $150,000. The homes would cost approximately $125,000 each, which would drastically increase the assessment. Construction is scheduled to start in the summer of 1999. (9/28)
Perinton-- Home Properties of New York, Inc., the Rochester-based real estate investment trust, is buying the Pines of Perinton. The subsidized housing complex consists of 500 apartments built ~ 20 years ago near Whitney and Nine Mile Point roads. Home Properties will pay $8.2 million, $1.4 million in stock and operating partnership units and almost $7 million for the assumed mortgage. About a fifth of the Pines apartments receive rental assistance payments from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The Pines also receives a discount on its mortgage loan payments. (10/2)
Perinton-- Residents sued the town for approving an application for a senior citizen complex to be built on the corner of Route 31 and Ayrault Road. The State Supreme Court reserved judgement and sent the plan back to the Town Board so it could be reviewed again to determine whether it would affect property values. Holiday Retirement Corp., based in Salem, Oregon, wants to build the 100,000 square-foot complex on 11.5 acres at the northeast corner of the intersection. The two-story facility would house 124 suites. The Town Board approved a special-use permit for the project in July. All such homes for the aged require a special-use permit when being built in residential areas. (11/2)
Perinton-- The Planning Board has unanimously approved a proposed apartment complex for seniors. Jefferson Park Apartments is a joint effort between the Perinton Churches Housing Board, representing 13 churches in the Perinton-Fairport area, Fairport Baptist Homes, and Home Properties of Rochester. The apartment complex, which will be built at 120 Jefferson Ave., will include 69 units serving low-income senior citizens that are at least 62 years old. The cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment including heat and hot water will be $549. Residents will pay their own utilities. The estimated cost of the project is $5,108,403, with financing coming from three sources. The New York State Housing Finance Agency is contributing more than $2.5 million, and the New York State Housing Trust fund is contributing more than $1 million, as is Tax Credit Equity. Construction will start at the site by next spring. (11/4)
Perinton-- Hillside Children's Center, 1183 Monroe Ave., Rochester, has been chosen by the New York State Developmental Disabilities Services Office to run a six-bed home at 18 Hogan Road. Area residents and community leaders expressed no objections to the project at a publicly held information meeting. The house on Hogan Road will serve adolescent boys between the ages of 14 and 18 who have developmental disabilities and are unable to care for themselves or require supervision. (12/9)
Pittsford-- Jeffrey Smith, chief executive officer of Woodstone Custom Homes, has asked the Town Board to alter its zoning laws so he can build a new subdivision on a 135-acre parcel. The local developer is asking the Town Board to let him build 135 single-family homes on 60% of the Schoen and Manno land off Mendon Center Road. In exchange for the incentive zoning approval, the town would receive more than 80 acres of wetlands, wooded area, and open space. The incentive-zoning law, adopted in 1996, allows developers flexibility when adhering to standard zoning laws. If the proposal is approved, the development would include 2,000-to-3,000 square-foot homes costing $240,000 to $280,000 and larger , higher priced homes in the $400,000 range. (9/27)
Rochester-- St. Bernards, the Victorian Gothic seminary that closed in 1981, has reopened as a 147-unit apartment complex for the elderly and disabled. The completion of the $14.7 million apartment renovation project, built with public and private investments, marks the start of a third life for the city landmark nestled along the west bank of the Genesee River. The seminary, commissioned by Rochester's first bishop, Bernard John McQuaid, opened in 1893. (9/28)
3rd Quarter 1998
Brighton-- NewMark Development Co., the developer of a proposed housing project behind Our Lady of Mercy High School, may ask the Town Board members to grant a property zoning change in exchange for company-installed sidewalks and walking trails. NewMark wants to build on 32 acres along Clover Street. The complex would feature 298 units, including 11 single-family homes, 42 town houses, and two apartment buildings. The company has asked the Town Board to change the zoning from single-family residential to high-density residential. Incentive zoning was adopted by the Brighton Town Board in 1993 and allows board members to require a developer to provide certain "amenities" in exchange for zoning changes and code variances. (8/25)
Canandaigua-- Horizons, an adult care community on the Bristol Street Extension stretch of Route 21 will almost double in size. The 40-bed facility will add 36 beds in a new wing scheduled to open in January. Horizons, which opened in 1996, is operated by DePaul, a nonprofit organization based in Rochester. Lecesse Construction Co. of Rochester is handling the addition at a cost of between $600,000 and $700,000. (9/4)
Greece-- The Town Board has approved Unity Health System's request to rezone 21 acres of land from single-family residential to central health care. Planning Board approval is required on the proposed plan to build a 122-unit complex of independent-living housing for seniors near Unity's Village at Park Ridge facility. The Village at Park Ridge is a combination of assisted and independent-living housing for seniors. (9/17)
Greece-- Masi Enterprises of Greece is proposing a 24-unit apartment complex on Center Place Drive. The proposal calls for the construction of three buildings, featuring one and two bedroom apartments in an expansion of the existing Cobblestone Court complex. The Town Board would have to rezone ~ 1½ acres of land for the development, from single-family residential and restricted business to multiple-family residential. (8/20)
Greece-- Giuliano Development Corp. is seeking Town Board approval to rezone approximately 15 acres of land at the corner of Fetzner Road and Maiden Lane from single-family homes to multi-family housing. The plan calls for 80 apartment units and 80 townhouses, which would rent for ~ $850 a month. In addition, the company wants to "move" an area of commercial zoning from one area of the open land to another spot, where a private office building and a retail outlet would be built. (7/30)
Farmington-- The Planning Board granted approval for developers from Rochester-based Belmont Estates Venture to build a 44-lot subdivision on Hook Road. The 17-acre development, called Belmont Estates, will be built in two phases, and will include $125,000 -$145,000 homes on lots averaging one-third of an acre. Approval was granted with two conditions; that the developers create a lighting district and reconfigure the water lines. (6/22)
Ogden-- Ogden Center Development has proposed a plan to build 108 "patio" homes and three apartment buildings - all designated for senior citizens - off Spencerport Road. The developer is seeking a 50 acre parcel be rezoned from single family or duplexes to the new zoning category specifically for senior housing. Some of the patio homes will be available for sale, some for rent. They are expected to sell for $80,000 to $120,000. The apartments, which will be operated by Unity Health System, will rent for $430 to $650 a month. (8/1)
Perinton-- Residents are suing town leaders for approving a senior citizen complex to be built on the corner of Route 31 and Ayrault Road. Holiday Retirement Corp., based in Salem, Oregon, wants to build the 100,000 square-foot complex on 11.5 acres at the northeast corner of the intersection. The two-story facility would house 124 suites. The Town Board approved a special-use permit for the project in July. All such homes for the aged require a special-use permit when being built in residential areas. (8/25)
Perinton-- Bierworth-Riedman and Wegman Co. have submitted an application to the Town Board to rezone 24-acres of land from residential home use to apartments. Riedman's plan is to build 192 apartment units and 42 town homes just southeast of the Routes 250 and 31 intersection. A clubhouse with an adjacent swimming pool and recreational facilities are also planned. If approved, this would be the town's first large-scale apartment complex since the 1970's. (8/19)
Pittsford-- Developer Ted Spall has received Town Board approval on an incentive-zoning plan for a 264-home development, to be built on 294 acres, or seven parcels of land on Calkins Road. Spall will build more homes on three parcels of land at the intersection of Calkins and Henrietta-Pittsford Town Line roads than is allowed under town law. A total of 156 acres of open space would be donated to the town in return, including the Harris Homes parcel on East Street, a 32-acre parcel "the highest rated non-agricultural land" in Pittsford. The developer plans to construct the homes over a 12-year period. The Spall plan will now be subject to town Planning Board approval. (6/10) The Planning Board has decided to hear further public input on Spall Entities' conceptual plan to build 265 homes on 296 acres in Calkins Road-Clover Street area. If the concept plan is approved, Spall Entities will then have to come before the Planning Board with a final site plan. (8/12)
Rochester-- Home Properties will start preliminary construction on an $8 million apartment complex at East Avenue located on the vacant Hallmann Chevrolet lot. Home Properties of New York; a Rochester real estate company purchased the land from the city for $111,000. The company will build 77 one and two bedroom Tudor-style apartments around a landscaped courtyard with rents ranging from $800 to $950 a month. In addition, 28 two-story town houses will be clustered around the back of the complex. The New York Housing Finance Agency is providing a $5.5 million tax exempt bond mortgage for the project. (9/11)
Rochester-- Administrators with the city's planning and zoning department are working with Carl Penn, developer of the proposed subdivision on Pinnacle Hill, to devise an outline for a draft environmental-impact study. Under the State Environmental Quality Review Act, Penn must put together a draft EIS as part of his overall proposal. Pinnacle Hill Properties of Rochester, is proposing to subdivide three acres of the hill at the corner of Field Street and South Clinton for the construction of 11 luxury single-family homes. The homes would sell for between $250,000 and $400,000. Neighbors are urging county lawmakers to preserve the hill as a public park. (9/9)
Victor-- Forest Park at EastView LLC, a Rochester-based corporation and developer was granted approval on a proposal to have the parcel of land on the east side of Turk Hill Road rezoned from residential to a planned development district, which mixes commercial and office space. The proposed development for the 15.5-acre parcel consists of an 80-unit, two-story senior apartment complex, converting existing homes into offices, and the option to convert one of the houses into a hospice care facility. The land is now assessed at $3.48 million. (8/25)
Victor-- Construction will start in October on the 24-unit complex on 1.6 acres of land just south of the village post office on School Street. The planned two-story housing complex will include 24 apartment-sized dwellings of 659 square feet each. Tenants must be over age 55 and meet state moderate-income requirements for singles and couples. State housing authorities have authorized a $468,000 loan and a tax credit of more than $101,000 a year for 10 years to help offset the costs of the $1.4 million project. The housing complex is expected to open in May 1999. (7/18)
2nd Quarter 1998
Canandaigua-- Chrisanntha Inc., developer of a proposed senior apartment complex for middle-income seniors has submitted revised plans to the town. Modified plans for Quail Summit include 108 units in its first phase - 58 apartments for independent living, 28 units designed for assisted living and 22 units providing care for those in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. The 29-acre site off Parrish Street Extension has already received Planning Board approval for up to 234 units. Quail Summit is one of two proposed senior housing projects in Canandaigua. (3/29)
Greece-- Federal funding delays for the Ada-Ridge Court housing project has caused senior citizens' concern over the future of the project. The 49-unit project, to be located at 1311 Long Pong Road, is intended for lower and fixed income seniors. According to Rural Opportunities Inc., typical rents at Ada-Ridge Court would be $400 to $498 for a one-bedroom unit and $478 to $592 for a two-bedroom unit. ((5/7)
Henrietta-- Konar Enterprises has withdrawn a request for the rezoning and special-use permit needed by Providence Housing Development Corp., to build 79 senior-housing units and 20 multi-family townhouse units on a 14-acre lot near the northeast corner of Erie Station and West Henrietta roads. PHDC is affiliated with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. The plot of land is part of 60 acres owned by Konar Enterprises. (5/6)
Penfield-- Planning Board approval is expected for a housing community for handicapped individuals. Plans for the 8.8-acre property at 3308 Atlantic Avenue will comprise eight single-story duplexes especially designed for the handicapped. The first phase of the project calls for the construction of two of the homes. Each of the one-bedroom units will be ~ 1,250 square feet and cost abut $750 a month. (6/10)
Penfield-- A daycare center and 125 houses have been proposed for an 85.3-acre property on the corner of Hatch and Plank roads. The Planning Board will review the preliminary sketch plan for Grace Land, or Roman Estates II. Grace Land is one of two large housing developments being proposed in Penfield within the Webster School district. Under existing zoning, the Grace Land property is allowed one house for every 20,000 square-foot lot.
Penfield-- Developer Michael D'Amico has proposed a 181-house subdivision on Five Mile Line Road, just north of Plank Road. Plans call for D'Amico to develop the 110-acre site then sell the property to two builders who will construct and market the houses by the end of the summer. The houses will range from $150,000 to $200,000. Neighbors are concerned about the longtime drainage problems, density of the project and the impact on the Webster school district. (6/3)
Perinton-- Holiday Retirement Corp., which owns more than 150 retirement center throughout Canada and the Unites States has proposed building a Perinton Retirement Community. The proposed center is a 122-unit retirement complex slated for 11.5 acres at the corner of Route 31 and Ayrault Road. Although the property is zoned residential, Holiday Retirement Corp. must still file for a special-use permit from the Town Board. If approved, the Planning Board would then review the plans. The center would cater to many of the needs of its tenants, with the exception of medial services. Rents would range from $1,000 to $2,500. (5/13)
Perinton-- Developer Alden David Longwell has submitted plans to rezone ~ 45 acres of land on the southeast corner of Thayer Road at Route 31 in the hamlet of Egypt. He wants to build 200 apartments and 11 duplexes on the property. The apartment complex would include 21 eight-unit apartment buildings and 4 four-unit apartment buildings. He would also build 11 duplexes. Longwell is asking that three parcels be rezoned: 8.3 acres along Thayer Road would remain residential, 4 acres fronting Route 31 would be rezoned from industrial and residential to commercial, and 32.2 acres would be rezoned from residential to apartment zoning. (4/8) After a strong show of resistance by residents, developer Alden David Longwell has withdrawn plans to rezone land in the hamlet of Egypt for apartments. Longwell will be able to resubmit plans for the area. (6/3)
Pittsford-- Developer Ted Spall has received Town Board approval for an incentive-zoning plan for a 268-home development, to be built on seven parcels of land on Calkins Road. Spall would give Pittsford 72.7 acres of the developable 147 acres of land near Isaac Gordon Park. The remaining 74.3 acres would be preserved as green space through conservation easements. The plan must still receive Planning Board approval, which is likely to occur on a parcel-by-parcel basis. (6/3)
Rochester-- Construction is expected to begin in June on a $7 million apartment complex at East Avenue located on the vacant Hallmann Chevrolet lot. Home Properties of New York, a Rochester real estate company purchased the land from the city for $111,000. The Council also approved a $2.35 million loan to Home Properties to help finance the two-year project. The company will build 77 one and two bedroom Tudor-style apartments around a landscaped courtyard with rents ranging from $745 to $875 a month. (4/13)
Rochester-- West Square Manor, a 149 unit apartment complex, will be demolished and redeveloped into 75 townhouses and single-family homes. Housing Opportunities Inc., a non-profit developer, will buy the federally funded project on West Main Street for $1.75 million. Plans call for 35 to 45 townhouses to be built in an architectural style matching the historic buildings on the north side of West Main. About 30 single family homes will be constructed behind the two-story apartment buildings. The city would provide $2.1 million in loans and grants for the project, which could cost as much as $10 million. The project was sold because the subsidies it receives from the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development will be eliminated in a year. (4/3)
Rochester-- Officials from Hillside Children's Center, a residential facility that treats children for mental illness and emotional disorders, received preliminary approval from the County of Monroe and Industrial Development Agency for a $10.1 million expansion project. The plan would include the purchase and renovation of Arbor Hill Living Center. (4/22)
Victor-- The Planning Board gave final subdivision approval for the first phase of Quail Ridge East, a 119-home development on 95 acres formerly known as the Hawkins Subdivision. In order to meet the Planning Board requirements for the subdivision, developer Scott Morrell had to connect Lane Road to Lynaugh Road, to serve as a bypass for the congested village traffic on Route 96. The homes will be similar to Quail Ridge, and will be in the $150,000 to $250,000 range. The proposed subdivision is second only to Cobblestone Creek in size, which has 282 homes. Morrell hopes to break ground by June 1. (4/15)
Victor-- Forest Park at EastView LLC, a Rochester-based corporation and developer has submitted a proposal to have the parcel of land on the east side of Turk Hill Road rezoned from residential to a planned development district, which mixes commercial and office space. The proposed development for the 15.5-acre parcel consists of an 80-unit, three story senior apartment complex totaling 84,000 sq.ft., a 33-unit townhouse complex, a two-story office building and a two-bedroom hospice facility. The land is now assessed at $3.48 million. (5/28)
1st Quarter 1998
Brighton-- NewMark Development, per town board request, will do an environmental-impact study on all adverse effects the proposed $25 million housing project could have on the surrounding environment. NewMark is proposing to build 11 single-family homes, 42 townhomes, 95 apartments, and a 150-bed assisted-living facility on 32 acres behind Our Lady of Mercy High School, off Blossom Road and Clover Street. (3/4)
Canadice-- The Town Board has rejected Essex Partners Inc. of Rochester's modified proposal to expand the Honeoye Valley Mobile Home Park on West Lake road. The company's latest proposal called for a 16-unit expansion on the property that borders West Lake Road. Eachlot would be 75 by 95 feet. The park currently houses 85 units. (3/12)
Canandaigua-- F.F. Thomson Health Systems received approval from the Town Board to rezone a 44-acre parcel on Middle Cheshire Road from single-family to multi-unit residential for a planned senior community. The first phase of the project will have 126 units, including 86 "independent living" apartments and 40 "enriched living" apartments for seniors who need more assistance with meals and personal care. Project Coordinator, James Doran, stated financing must be secured for the $15 million project. Construction will begin sometime this year and be completed late in 1999. (3/11)
Canandaigua-- Canandaigua Village Estates, a 29-lot housing development off of North Bloomfield Road, received Planning Commission approval. Developer, Richard Calabrese, must construct a storm drainage pond that will serve both Canandaigua Village Estates and the Greater Canandaigua Civic Center. (2/26)
Churchville-- Developer Al Spaziano has submitted his redesign proposal for a 226 housing unit - 200 apartments and 26 town houses - two office buildings of 6,000 square feet each and about an acre for a bank site. The area is zoned for single-family homes. The project is expected to generate ~ $200,000 annually in property tax revenue. The 35-acre site is on the west side of South Main Street, north of Interstate 490. (1/7)
Fairport-- Construction is complete on Rose Hollow, a 12-unit 10,200 square-foot apartment complex for seniors. The cost for the one-story L-shaped facility was $710,000, which has been paid partly through federal and state grants, totaling $282,000. A mortgage with Fairport Savings and Loan at an 8.5% interest rate has been used to pay for the rest of the project. Rents on the one-bedroom units will range from $390 to $525, based on income. (3/4)
Farmington-- Builder, Norman Lopez, received preliminary subdivision approval on the Pheasant Crossing subdivision on Mertensia Road south of Route 99. The subdivision includes 19 "upscale" homes across the street from Doe Haven on Mertensia Road. The homes will be in the $175,000 range, about 1,500 to 2,000 square feet, and will be constructed on three-fourth-acre lots. Construction is expected to begin in late March 1998. (2/22)
Greece-- Unity Health System, which owns Park Ridge Hospital, has proposed an apartment complex for the elderly. Tentatively named the Village at Park Ridge II, the 120 apartments would be exactly as those at Unity's Village at Park Ridge, a 180-unit apartment complex that opened in 1990 on the Park Ridge campus. The land for the proposed development, is south of Straub Road and east of Round Creek Drive, and is adjacent to the hospital's campus. The complex would employ the equivalent of 32 full-time employees. Unity hopes to begin construction late this summer. (3/23)
Henrietta-- DePaul Community Facilities will build an adult home for 120 residents on West Henrietta Road. The 45,000 square-foot facility, called Woodcrest Commons, will include 24 beds for Alzheimer's patients. Woodcrest will cater to middle-income families. Construction is slated to start in the spring of 1998. (2/21)
Henrietta-- The Town Board has postponed a decision on two-special permit requests by Providence Housing Development Corp. to build 99 housing units on a 14-acre lot near the northeast corner of Erie Station and West Henrietta roads, including 59 senior-housing units and 40 multifamily townhouse units. PHDC is affiliated with Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester. Konar Enterprises owns the land where PHDC wants to build. (2/4)
Ogden-- Peter Landers, developer of Countryshire Estates subdivision, submitted an application for Planning Board approval for the construction of 16 single-family "patio homes" on the remaining 6.3 acres of the subdivision near the Ogden-Chili town line south of Route 33. He originally planned to add 32 town houses to the subdivision, which currently consists of 136 single-family homes and 22 town houses. Residents were opposed to the additional town houses after the initial ones were turned into rental units instead of being sold. (1/1)
Penfield-- Heartwood Development Ltd. Is seeking planning board approval for a 100-unit senior housing project proposed for 1994C Empire Blvd. Previous developer DiMarco Construction received conceptual plan approval in the early 1990s. DiMarco built two of the three phases: the 192-unit Daniels Creek project and 67 single-family homes. Heartwood's proposal includes one-bedroom apartments, a community room, laundry and tenant storage, and a community dining room. Heartwood is applying for $1.8 million through the state Department of Housing and Community Renewal and for $3.5 million to $4 million in tax credits. The Albany County developer estimates the total costs for phase III to be ~ $7.5 million. The property is surrounded by land owned by DiMarco Construction Corp. and by commercial property. (1/7)
Penfield-- Revised plans for the Willow Pond subdivision have been submitted to the Planning Board. Mark IV, developer of the proposed Willow Pond subdivision must obtain a set-back variance from the town Zoning Board of Appeals before the Planning Board and Town Board will grant final approval. Residents have opposed the development of a 89-unit independent-living facility and a 17,500 square-foot office building on 13.9 acres on Penfield Road. A 150-bed assisted-living facility would be build later. The updated proposal, which is designed as a "continuum of car" complex for seniors, targets people 75 or older for the independent-living building. Rent would range from $1,400 to $1,800. (3/4)
Penfield-- D.J. Parrone & Associates submitted a proposal to build 100 patio homes at the southwest corner of Atlantic Avenue and Five Mile Line Road. The plans call for houses on the42.5-acre lot to start at $120,000. Under the property's existing zoning, the developers are entitled to build about 90 homes, but they are pursuing an additional 10 units under the town's incentive-zoning ordinance. The developers must obtain permission from the Town Board to use incentive zoning. (3/4)
Penfield-- The Planning Board's approval of a proposal by Chrissantha Inc. to build two seven-story senior apartment buildings has prompted a lawsuit. The neighbors, under the name Penfield Road/Panorama Area Community (PenPAC) filed a petition claiming the Planning Board's approval of the Ellison Heights Senior Apartments was illegal. The board approved the two high-rises, which would put 212 apartments and 24 town-homes on 19.3 acres between Penfield Road and Old Penfield Road. The petition claims high-rise units do not fall under the definition of cluster developments. (2/2)
Perinton-- DeFelice Inc., a Victor based developer has applied for approval of a 123-lot subdivision planned for the southwest corner of Whitney and Wakeman roads. Developers of the project are proposing to dedicate 30 acres of land to Perinton and "cluster" the homes on the remaining 74 acres to reduce lot sizes. This creates a development that will have more and smaller homes than the surrounding subdivisions on Wakeman, Howell, and Whitney roads. The average proposed lot size for Devonshire subdivision would be roughly half an acre, with a minimum of at least 18,000 square feet. The average cost of a home in Devonshire would be ~ $175,000. (2/4)
Pittsford-- Developer Ted Spall has received Planning Board approval an incentive-zoning plan for a 280-home development, to be built on seven parcels of land on Calkins Road. Spall would give Pittsford 72.7 acres of the developable 147 acres of land near Isaac Gordon Park. The remaining 74.3 acres would be preserved as green space through conservation easements. Spall is also asking the town to waive the $1,000-per-home Parks and Recreation fee - or about $280,000. If approved by the Town Board, the plan would allow Spall to build double the number of homes on two Calkins Road parcels than current zoning allows. (12/20)
Pittsford-- National Health Care Affiliates of Buffalo filed a revised application to build a $6 million, 59,000 square-foot adult home on 14 acres on West Jefferson Road. The 120-bed residential-style home, to be called Heather Heights, would be include the town's first unit for people with Alzheimer's. As part of the application, the town would receive 35 acres across from the site. (2/18)
Pittsford-- The first phase of the Cloverwood retirement community, a $39 million construction project, shall begin this spring. The project will be located on 41 acres at Clover Street and Jefferson Road. The first phase will include 78 apartments, 24 patio homes, and 38 enriched-living apartments. The Cloverwood project has been directed by Rochester Friendly Senior Services, a non-profit organization founded almost 150 years ago. (2/25)
Rochester-- River Park Commons on Mt. Hope Avenue may be converted into a mix of upscale and low-income housing. The owners of the complex are considering demolishing 200 town house units and replacing them with a combination of owner-occupied housing and subsidized apartments. An adjacent 12-story high-rise in the complex, containing 202 apartments, would remain standing. The privately owned apartment complex, stretching along the Genesee River's east bank near downtown, is one of the key sites to revive Rochester's riverfront. (1/17)
Rochester-- Pinnacle Hill Properties of Rochester, is proposing to build 11 single-family homes on 2.9 acres of the hill at the corner of South Clinton Avenue and Field Street, near the Brighton town border. The homes would sell for between $250,000 and $400,000. The proposed subdivision on Pinnacle Hill would require a full environmental-impact study. Neighbors are urging county lawmakers to preserve the hill as a public park. (3/11)
Scottsville-- City Council unanimously approved to contribute $350,000 toward a 32-unit rental housing project in Scottsville. The city will lend $350,000 to Housing Opportunities, the project developer. The money is from the city's federal Community Development Block Grant. Monroe County is also contributing $470,000 from a federal housing program. The $3.2 million Briarwood Place complex, expected to be complete this fall, will reserve some of its three-bedroom units for graduates of Wilson commencement Park, a transitional housing facility on Joseph Avenue for women trying to get their families off welfare. A