Ribbon-cutting for 113-unit Summit on Hudson in Yonkers

A ribbon-cutting ceremony has marked the formal opening of Westhab’s new six-story apartment building Summit on Hudson. The building features 113 units and is at 76 Locust Hill Ave., between Palisades Avenue and Lafayette Place in Yonkers.

The building replaces the former St. Margaret of Hungary Roman Catholic Church that was abandoned in 2004 and had deteriorated. The property was bought by Westhab for $1.4 million.

All of the apartments are in the affordable category and the building includes 45 apartments that are being offered with supportive services and are reserved for people who have been experiencing homelessness. The rents are set to make the apartments affordable to households earning up to 60% of the Area Median Income.

Summit on Hudson is an all-electric building designed to comply with Energy Star Multifamily New Construction Program standards. The development received a New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) Buildings of Excellence award.

In addition to solar panels, the building has electric vehicle charging stations, LED lights, and is highly insulated to help save energy. Amenities for residents include a courtyard, a children’s recreation room, and a veranda with views of the Hudson River and Palisades. The building stands on a 0.96-acre site.

“The completion of Summit on Hudson replaces an outdated, unused building with 113 critically-needed apartments in this thriving city,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement issued for the ribbon-cutting. “My administration continues to invest in the types of developments that bring affordable, modern homes to our communities, especially those that can provide on-site support to New Yorkers who have struggled with homelessness.”

State financing for Summit on Hudson includes $26.4 million in Low Income Housing Tax Credits and $3.3 million in subsidies from New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR). NYSERDA awarded the project $1 million through the Buildings of Excellence Competition and is also providing $465,700 through the New Construction – Housing Program, and $165,288 through the NY Sun Program. The city of Yonkers is providing $600,000 in HOME funding.

State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said, “Today is another step towards increasing the affordable housing supply in our community, as well as addressing much needed housing for those facing homelessness. Summit on Hudson will offer a total of 113 units, with some of those units reserved for homeless families, and homeless young adults. Building housing with state-of-the-art green technologies is also an investment in our communities and housing sustainability, and promotes a future of affordable housing that is high-quality and sustainable.”

According to Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, “The grand opening of this beautiful new housing development is yet another example of how the City of Yonkers and partners like Westhab and New York state are working together to revitalize our communities with affordable, quality-built housing. We look forward to welcoming new residents, families and providing them opportunities to prosper and take root in their future here.”

Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “The positive impact that Westhab properties like Summit on Hudson have on its tenants, cannot be overstated. The residents who call these units’ home get to live in attractive, new apartments with state-of-the art amenities, coupled with a support system that positions them for success.”