The Atlantic Park Apartments Affordable Low Income

About This Building

Rehabilitation of Historic Buildings: Atlantic Park Apartments - Transformation of two separate multi-family buildings listed on the National Historic Registry - Goal to create 27 furnished studio apartments for single adults - Preservation of original trims, moldings, and architectural features - Building façade changes in compliance with historical restoration guidelines Modern Amenities with Historic Charm: Apartment Features - Each apartment is 400 to 450 square feet, retaining unique features of the original buildings - Bright and airy reception area created between the joined buildings - Reception area accessible from the street and back parking lot - Sitting area, community room, and meeting room for tenant interaction - Handicap-friendly apartments with wide doors and railings in the tub/shower area - Apartments equipped with walk-in closets, hardwood oak floors, and tile bathrooms - Fully-furnished kitchens with table, chairs, bed, dresser, nightstands, and lamps Supportive Housing Initiatives: LifeWorks' Program - Atlantic Park Apartments and Colony Apartments provide 56 efficiency apartments - Housing options for individuals transitioning out of homelessness and low-income individuals - Metcalf House offers next step housing for the same population - Rose Park Apartments accommodate families ready to leave the New Beginnings program The Connecticut Supportive Housing Demonstration Program - Introduction of the program in 1992 as a public/private partnership - Led by the Corporation for Supportive Housing - St. Luke's LifeWorks selected to develop 60 units of supportive housing - 15-year commitment required for participation and mandated by low-income tax credit equity syndication financing