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The redevelopment plan calls for 57 rental apartments—6 studios, 37 one‑bedroom and 14 two‑bedroom units—restricted across a range of incomes from 30% to 80% of area median income (AMI). Matt Robaina, principal with Boston Communities, said the proposed income mix is 19 units at 80% AMI, five at 60% AMI, 25 at 50% AMI and eight at 30% AMI. The team described energy-efficiency upgrades and plans to pursue state historic tax credits, Department of Housing (DOH) financing and Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) resources.

The development team described a parking plan with 43 spaces (about a 0.75 parking ratio) and additional long-term bike storage. The team said it has held community meetings, received some approvals from the State Historic Preservation Office and completed parts of the environmental review process required by state funding sources. Construction was described as beginning after permitting and financing, with a stated goal of completion in 2027.

Assistant Director William Diaz said the city would sell the building to the development team for $500,000, and the project’s total estimated cost is about $33.6 million. Diaz said the developers are pursuing Department of Housing funding, historic tax credits, deferred developer fees, federal HOME funds from the city and Section 8 vouchers for some units; the city is also seeking compliance with MWBE and wage requirements.

A recurring concern among committee members was the warming center currently using the building’s gymnasium. Committee members and staff said the city intends to operate the warming center at the site for the coming winter while construction is planned around that seasonal use, but council members pressed the administration for a clear plan to identify and ready a replacement facility for subsequent winters. “We want something that we know is gonna be there,” a committee member said, urging earlier vetting of alternative sites and regular progress reporting from the administration.

Committee discussion also addressed the proposed 15-year tax agreement included in the term sheet. Diaz described a structure with a two-year construction period at a flat (zero) tax rate and a stepped revenue share in early years; developers will have an 18-month due-diligence period before closing. The committee asked how sale or changes in partnership would affect tax benefits—staff said the tax deal does not automatically transfer to a new owner and significant ownership changes would require city approval.

After debate, the committee voted to send the disposition to full council with a favorable recommendation. Committee members recorded one “no” and three “yes” votes on the motion at committee; the transcript records discussion but not a complete roll-call.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Hartford PEDH Committee Meeting Oct 1st, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Hartford’s Planning, Economic Development & Housing Committee voted Oct. 1 to forward a mayoral resolution to the City Council recommending sale of 110 Washington Street to a development team that proposes 57 income‑restricted rental apartments.","taxTitle","Hartford City, Hartford County, Connecticut","taxId",5895,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6425669,"Committee recommends sale of four lots to Habitat for Humanity for owner-occupied homes",720,1364000,2084000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d&start=1364&end=2084","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d/thumbnail_1364000.jpg","/articles/6425669/Hartford-City/Hartford-County/Connecticut/Committee-recommends-sale-of-four-lots-to-Habitat-for-Humanity-for-owner-occupied-homes","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6425669-ac0e807fdd9399128188a698ca9d3990/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155262&Signature=DQIn2~3SPn1dc9jcegc47bmf4C7L-eLXTYgJkVDj65QQ0Xu1Kevu8I2VabheSIRCm4QTVDlj-YGdrUh6jkRqEnZwf8ISd2e1ndEbVHFc01E-4-k1HYDwWij5IROBhe0Tcm2rZ-F3iQBXPNx06IeYlKzX314RDC3oMsBFs09kX6RqgYZErtsR0GuZpoA9HyKVR~iCLV643moU5NP-nP2iqd~HT6nkqhiGLfqX~cRRj0IJd4N9nofC70U8gUgXqi6M1v3eSMyuCwOOY5lF7qpZvnytAX4Iri229P~LVyyBdNlx1uWGYbDsFA9PVZk8x4866CWX8lE2FGJ1ujGGA0Zm2Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Planning, Economic Development & Housing Committee voted Oct. 1 to send to the full City Council a resolution recommending transfer of four city-owned lots to Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut to build four owner-occupied houses.

Assistant Director William Diaz presented the proposal and introduced Chris McKelvey, who identified himself as CEO of Habitat for Humanity (North Central Connecticut). “We’ve built over 200 homes throughout the city of Hartford,” McKelvey said, adding that many past Habitat homeowners have remained in their homes for decades and that Habitat maintains a right of first refusal to preserve affordability when a homeowner sells.

Diaz told the committee the proposed houses would be roughly 1,400 square feet, two stories with four bedrooms and two baths, front porches and two-car driveways. Diaz said the estimated sale price for each completed house would be approximately $311,900 and that construction for these parcels would follow timelines similar to other recent Habitat projects, with completion expected in 2027.

McKelvey described Habitat’s selection and homeowner preparation process: candidates complete 100 hours of “sweat equity,” financial literacy courses and CHFA first-time homebuyer training; many Habitat buyers have incomes between 40% and 80% AMI, the CEO said. He also noted Habitat previously used HOME funds to extend eligibility up to 120% AMI on some developments and that the organization will market the homes and begin vetting owners after transfer is finalized.

Committee members asked about long-term retention and resale protections; McKelvey said Habitat holds repurchase rights and reported high retention among past buyers, including mortgage-burning celebrations and multi-decade occupancy in some families.

The committee voted to forward the mayoral resolution to council with a favorable recommendation. Members again noted there were no public speakers at the Sept. 15 hearing on the transfer.","The committee voted to forward a mayoral resolution to council recommending transfer of four city-owned lots to Habitat for Humanity of North Central Connecticut for construction of four owner-occupied houses aimed at lower-income buyers; Habitat said many prior homeowners remain long-term residents.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6425672,"Committee backs transfer of two city lots to SINA for two-family homeownership",1037,321000,1358000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d&start=321&end=1358","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d/thumbnail_321000.jpg","/articles/6425672/Hartford-City/Hartford-County/Connecticut/Committee-backs-transfer-of-two-city-lots-to-SINA-for-two-family-homeownership","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6425672-964913cf13eb55d9d8a81efffea2a532/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155262&Signature=b8saCcJq6fzgjiUyQPWM2M6c8zTkCLgvVlTTHnn9IPD~ZWxI0L87Z47jI0johl8oL5C~lWVjTMRmWdF-AEo8G~Y1J10Pr5S3rRHX34TWxl8Emr9wO8zYTb3NI4USRwWiV~aJ~4jvklsHmn~8E1o5T3~anZqQtQZCZDLM6WkZp3Z~i5OnuiomnwZHkREqujrCVeg~luQT-P87e6A5-SuidCxC32B~V65Y8Xxl0RCvas2UTbYLWsG34V5L7B2BE~6yh13dQa01GqKdZBZ-gT6OjSa9O26GXyLsR43Wm6UKGanHRR41ui6NRL9H5~FlPZ5NpzED6cgINfVIXxikQZuBkg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Planning, Economic Development & Housing Committee voted Oct. 1 to send a resolution to the full City Council recommending transfer of two city-owned parcels to South Side Institution Neighborhood Alliance (SINA) for construction of two-family houses aimed at homeownership.

The transfer authorizes SINA to develop the sites into two-family homes of about 2,600 square feet with three bedrooms and two baths. Amy Chambers, identified in the meeting as SINA’s new chief real estate officer, told the committee the parcels would be added to a small portfolio SINA already owns and would support homeownership for buyers earning up to 120% of the area median income (AMI). “I am the new chief real estate officer for SINA. I started in this role in July,” Chambers said. She added SINA aims to begin another round of development late next spring and bring units online in 2027.

The resolution follows a Sept. 15 public hearing at which no members of the public appeared either for or against the transfer. Assistant Director William Diaz confirmed the consideration for the transfers is effectively the developer building the homes rather than a cash purchase by SINA.

Committee members asked about pricing, affordability supports and marketing. Chambers said completed two-family homes recently developed by SINA have sold at price points consistent with appraisals and that potential buyers are being connected to homebuyer assistance programs administered by the city and state, including Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) products and local down-payment assistance.

Chambers said SINA expects to develop roughly 10 parcels in its next round (approximately 20 housing units), though the committee heard the two parcels under consideration are among the nearer-term sites.

After discussion, the committee voted to send the resolution to the full council with a favorable recommendation. Committee members reported no public comment at the September hearing and recorded no opposition at the committee vote.

If the council approves the disposition and SINA secures the necessary financing and permits, construction is expected to be phased rather than simultaneous across all parcels; Chambers said SINA is working to tighten construction timelines and move projects more quickly.

Community and planning staff said any required review by the Planning & Zoning Commission (a 24‑hour review mentioned in the meeting) will proceed as required before final closing and building permits.","Hartford’s Planning, Economic Development & Housing Committee voted to send a resolution to full council recommending transfer of two city-owned parcels to the South Side Institution Neighborhood Alliance (SINA) for development of two-family homeownership units targeted at households up to 120% of area median income.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6425662,"Planning & Zoning division outlines major transportation projects, area plans and zoning enforcement staffing needs",2068,4507000,6575000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d&start=4507&end=6575","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5881933-fa04c4275fb24ffbe7d5afbf4694979d/thumbnail_4507000.jpg","/articles/6425662/Hartford-City/Hartford-County/Connecticut/Planning-Zoning-division-outlines-major-transportation-projects-area-plans-and-zoning-enforcement-staffing-needs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6425662-a17e7dd9bd6b1acd1ae7c4d2a9a0208c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771155262&Signature=PHRQiFcjdSZ-IcVJzHywy6c5hxwSDpXimCIhMYLRhzplAt1Iun-RYSLglA-DzB3CgHHFCINa8wZOXpl8SsorQe-KgWqEdE7X21XPip2zdmfkXbKgspsrT5RUIspKXchVUJYvqyDZVvxzDjw23KNGJxoqnvv4P7yLNiF~bsAZQgCsP41D8E7CtT9tseQ1WDsn2CvS-quYAujQIfpuiLtaKVLmD7wI3mCnex1HhrzXCVH9go3wpUMi-v24HftlFeFjpCiKX4mFGBkXQghJD7QZoXtr9kAOWKY3pXvR0yTdFtVJxbKQ8Jw3jdAqTdHru9ROckrgqOoP9OLsrIRJ8ClNxw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Department of Development Services’ Planning & Zoning Division briefed the committee Oct. 1 on a broad portfolio of planning and transportation projects, ongoing zoning-code work, and the division’s enforcement resources and priorities.

Director Sharon Nolan Deutsch and Chief Zoning Administrator Sharon Cheeks reviewed completed and planned projects, including the Downtown/Main Street streetscape design, Department Avenue Streetscape (construction underway), reimagining Main Street phases, Pulaski Circle redesign concepts, and a range of traffic‑calming projects slated for 2026–2028. Staff said trail projects (Riverwalk North, South Branch Park Riverwalk) have active design and permitting phases and that the city has applied federal and state grants for sections of the work.

Staff also reported nearly 280,000 scooter trips this year on roughly 800 vehicles and said city staff are discussing e‑bikes with the existing operator. Planning staff described progress on an automated traffic enforcement (speed and red-light camera) program: vendor site plans are under review; state school‑zone rules must be finalized before school-zone cameras can be installed; and the city is preparing outreach, citation-hearing procedures and pole‑access agreements.

On plan review, planners said they processed about 1,500 applications in the past 12 months (1,200 approved or closed; roughly 150 active), with only about 40 denials. Staff are upgrading application intake tools, digitizing records and drafting standard operating procedures to improve consistency and customer service.

Zoning enforcement staff described a current caseload of roughly 192 open cases and about 912 inspections in the past 12 months. Chief Zoning Administrator Sharon Cheeks said the division currently has three active enforcement officers (two permanent, one ARPA-funded vacancy recently recruited) plus the chief; she asked the committee to consider making two ARPA-funded enforcement positions permanent to allow a target caseload of about 50 cases per officer and more proactive enforcement. Common violations listed were automotive repair, front‑yard parking, work without permits, unpermitted paving, illegal dwelling units/rooming houses and signage.

Committee members praised the breadth of work but sought clearer timelines on grant-funded projects and welcomed a monthly status update on warming-center site search related to the 110 Washington Street disposition. Council members urged prioritizing sign enforcement, expedited review of mechanical permits and clearer guidance to residents about when historic-preservation review is required.","Department of Development Services staff summarized ongoing planning, transportation and zoning-enforcement work: streetscape and Main Street redesigns, trail projects, scooter program metrics, automated traffic enforcement planning, area/neighborhood plans, and staffing needs in the zoning enforcement unit.","actionData","errors"]

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Committee recommends sale of 110 Washington St. to developer for 57 income-restricted apartments; members press for replacement warming center

Committee recommends sale of four lots to Habitat for Humanity for owner-occupied homes

Committee backs transfer of two city lots to SINA for two-family homeownership

Planning & Zoning division outlines major transportation projects, area plans and zoning enforcement staffing needs