Work at Riverview Apartments, a new 60-unit affordable apartment building in the town of Corinth in Saratoga County, has been completed, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Thursday.
The $24 million zero-emissions development includes 30 supportive units with on-site services for eligible households.
The building is heated and cooled using a geothermal system and electricity is purchased from a community solar facility. The project also features ENERGY STAR appliances and light fixtures, has water-conserving fixtures and uses paints and sealants with low or no Volatile Organic Compounds.
“New York is committed to creating new housing opportunities in every corner of the State and we’re lucky to have places like Corinth who have joined our Pro Housing Communities Program,” Gov. Hochul said. “Riverview Apartments brings much-needed affordable housing to Saratoga County and also provides residents with key support services, while at the same time curbing building emissions to achieve healthier neighborhoods and a cleaner, greener state.”
Every unit in Riverview Apartments is available to households earning up to 60 percent of the Area Median Income. The 30 supportive units are reserved for households struggling with homelessness or mental illness. RISE will provide on-site services including mental health support, independent living skills training, service coordination, and crisis intervention.
“I’m thrilled to celebrate this announcement that marks a major step forward in our efforts to provide accessible, sustainable housing for our communities," Rep. Paul Tonko said. "By leveraging significant federal and state funding, we’ve created 60 new zero-emission affordable homes for our expanding Capital Region workforce – each equipped with state-of-the-art geothermal and solar energy systems. This project is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to expanding affordable housing and combating our climate crisis, and I’m eager to continue our efforts to make certain that all Americans have a safe, comfortable place to call home.”
The building has a community room with a kitchen, laundry room, exercise room, bike storage room and access to free broadband internet. On-site transportation services are provided for residents.