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The Stone Quarry housing project (being done by the Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services) which is trying to make a dent in the affordable housing needs of the city, is finally underway. There has been quite a few hold ups, but I'm sure once completed a lot of Ithacans with lower income will be happy.
Here's an update with pics from the Ithacating@Cornell Heights blog:
Do you know if this is the only such project being built within Ithaca city limits? I'm curious, as I've heard of people looking in outer towns in Tompkins County or adjacent counties for more affordable housing.
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Ithaca Neighborhood housing is weighing options for a piece of property on the city's Northside. There's potential for affordable housing units in an area that needs it. From the Ithaca Voice:
Quote:
3 options proposed for site of former Ithaca grocery store
Fresh off of meeting number two Wednesday night, plans for INHS’s Neighborhood Pride site are cooking like a Christmas turkey. For those who didn’t or couldn’t attend, here’s a summary of the current proposed development by use:
here's the link (including some drawings of options):
Looks like the EcoVillage at Ithaca (just outside the city limits) is expanding again. Fairly sizable eco-conscience development for a small metro like Ithaca. Here's an update (including pics and other links):
I just drove by that the other day and was wondering what was going on with it. My husband and I decided that rather than the Unfinished Furniture Store, it's now the Unfinished Store Store.
I just drove by that the other day and was wondering what was going on with it. My husband and I decided that rather than the Unfinished Furniture Store, it's now the Unfinished Store Store.
An article from the Ithaca Voice regarding Ithaca's Mayor (in his 3rd year) and his support for the recent development spurt in the city. Nice to have a non-Nimby in a position where he can make a difference.
Do you know if this is the only such project being built within Ithaca city limits? I'm curious, as I've heard of people looking in outer towns in Tompkins County or adjacent counties for more affordable housing.
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Here's an update on a project just outside the city limits and not far from Ithaca College:
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