Amherst Commons: Buffalo, NY

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47 E Amherst St
Buffalo, NY 14214

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Amherst Commons is a new construction affordable multifamily housing development by Regan Development Corporation located at 47 East Amherst Street in Buffalo, NY. The development will provide 133 residential dwelling units, including 33 permanently supportive housing apartments serving survivors of domestic violence and individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

The development involves a three-story building with 133 dwelling units, including 90 one-bedroom apartments, 33 two-bedroom apartments, 9 three-bedroom apartments, and one two-bedroom apartment for a live-in building superintendent. The apartments will primarily serve individuals and families earning at or below 60 percent of the Area Median Income (“AMI”) for Erie County. Thirteen apartments will be designated for survivors of domestic violence earning at or below 30 percent AMI, while 20 apartments will serve households with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities earning at or below 50 percent AMI. Supportive housing residents will receive rental assistance and services through the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative (“ESSHI”) and the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities’ Individualized Supports and Services (“ISS”) program.

The building design will include high-quality amenities and resident services, including laundry facilities on every floor, a community room, property management offices, maintenance and storage areas, and on-site offices for supportive services provided by Community Services for Every1, Inc. Outdoor spaces will include a courtyard, green space, tables and benches, a playground, and rain gardens. The property will provide 137 vehicle parking spaces, six bicycle parking spaces with a bicycle repair station, and 34 indoor bicycle storage spaces. High-speed Wi-Fi will be included in the rent for all residents. Additional security features designed to support survivors of domestic violence will include security cameras, hallway mirrors, and fob-controlled entry with keypad access for emergencies. All apartments will be visitable, including seven fully adapted apartments for residents with mobility impairments and three fully adapted apartments for residents with hearing and/or vision impairments.

Amherst Commons has been designed to meet New York State Homes and Community Renewal’s Sustainability Guidelines, as well as the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction ERI Pathway and LEED Homes Version 4 standards. The project will incorporate sustainable building practices and rain gardens to support stormwater management and provide attractive outdoor spaces for residents.

Regan Development Corporation is proud to work with Community Services for Every1, Inc., New York State, and its development and financing partners to deliver high-quality affordable and supportive housing in Buffalo, NY.