Landlord‑developer seeks $150,000 for four‑unit new construction with one subsidized unit

Oct 1, 2025

Robert Pointeri requested $150,000 from the Trust Fund to build a four‑unit building at 36 Fifth Avenue; one unit will be restricted below 60% AMI and one will be accessible. The lot is cleared and approvals are in place; he says the project is shovel‑ready.

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Developer and long‑time Worcester landlord Robert Pointeri told the Affordable Housing Trust Fund on Sept. 30 that he is requesting $150,000 to support new construction of a four‑unit rental at 36 Fifth Avenue. Pointeri said one unit will be rent‑restricted below 60% of AMI and one unit will be accessible.

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