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City considers Land Bank application to bring single-family homes to Amsterdam
Summary
Councilors reviewed a resolution endorsing the Capital Region Land Bank’s application to New York State Home and Community Renewal’s Move in New York program; staff said 7–10 local lots have been identified so far, with the exact number not yet determined.
The Amsterdam Common Council reviewed a resolution endorsing the Capital Region Land Bank’s application to New York State Home and Community Renewal for funding under the Move in New York program. Chair (speaker 2) told the council the state has opened funding that would allow land banks to develop homes within their service areas, and staff have identified several potential lots in the city for single-family homes.
“We’ve identified between 7 and 10 lots that would be viable,” Chair said when asked how many homes might be available; staff emphasized the exact number has not been established. Council discussion clarified the program envisions single-family, owner-occupied homes and that income restrictions would factor into eligibility. The council did not record a final vote on the endorsement during the portion of the transcript provided.
Why it matters: the Move in New York program can subsidize housing development on vacant city lots and the Land Bank’s application could directly affect neighborhoods where smaller infill builds are possible. Staff said more detailed lot selection and program paperwork will follow if the council moves forward with the resolution.
