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Development in Yonkers

First Round Scope

Comments to: [email protected] by December 21, 2020 The Draft Scope Document AMS Draft Scope Document YCSD Comments on the Draft Scope:

YCSD COMMENTS ON THE AMS DRAFT SCOPE

Developments in Yonkers

Yonkers is in an unprecedented phase of proposed downtown redevelopment. Some of the projects are in the preliminary design stages; others have progressed through state and municipal mandated reviews and are close to the beginning stages of implementation. It remains to be seen what effect the current economic downturn will have on the financing and construction of these projects.

AMS Yonkers Downtown Redevelopment DEIS Scoping Document

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A. INTRODUCTION

AMS Acquisitions, LLC, and its affiliates (the “Applicant”) propose to develop a transit-oriented, mixed-use development (the “Proposed Project”) at three sites (each a “Site,” and collectively, the “Project Sites”) within the downtown of the City of Yonkers (the “City”), New York. To facilitate the Proposed Project, the Applicant has petitioned the City of Yonkers City Council (“City Council”) for amendments to the City’s Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance (the “Proposed Zoning”). Together, approval by the Planning Board of the City of Yonkers (the “Planning Board”) of the Site Plan for the Proposed Project and City Council approval of the Proposed Zoning and of amendments to affected urban renewal plans and the City’s Downtown Master Plan are referred to as the “Proposed Action.” Pursuant to the rules and regulations of the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA, Article 8 of the Environmental Conservation Law and its implementing regulations at 6 NYCRR 617), the Planning Board, acting as Lead Agency, by resolution on November 18, 2020, determined the Proposed Action has the potential to result in one or more significant adverse environmental impacts and that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) shall be prepared. This Scoping Document was prepared to guide the preparation of the Draft EIS (DEIS), and describe the Proposed Project, the approvals required for implementation of the Proposed Project, and the proposed scope of analysis for the DEIS

B. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The Applicant owns or controls three sites proposed for development: the Teutonia Site; the North Broadway Site; and, the Chicken Island Site (see Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3). Each site is within the downtown area of the City of Yonkers and each is within one-half mile walk of the Yonkers Train Station. In several phases over approximately ten years, the Applicant proposes to develop the Project Sites with approximately 3,556 residential rental units, including approximately 427 on-Site and offSite affordable units (“Affordable Units”), approximately 97,000 square feet (sf) of retail use, approximately 38,000 sf of commercial office, and approximately 2,906 parking spaces. This section of the Scope identifies the Project Sites, summarizes the development proposed for each Site, and summarizes the zoning amendments proposed to facilitate the Proposed Project.

THE TEUTONIA SITE - LOCATION

The Teutonia Site (known as 41 Buena Vista Avenue and Section 1, Block 512, Lot 11) is approximately 1.15 acres and is located on the west side of Buena Vista Avenue just south of its intersection with Hudson Street, generally north of Prospect Street (see Figure 1, Figure 2, and AMS Yonkers Downtown Development 11/16/2020 2 DRAFT Figure 3). The Teutonia Site is currently undeveloped and is located within the City’s Downtown Mixed Use (D-MX) zoning district (the “D-MX District”), 1/8th mile from the Yonkers MetroNorth Railroad station and approximately 500 feet from the Hudson River (see Figure 4). The Teutonia Site is also located within the Riverview Urban Renewal Area and the New York State Coastal Zone. The Teutonia Site is the location of the former Teutonia Hall, which was constructed in 1892 as a German-American music and literary venue. Teutonia Hall had been vacant for more than 25 years before it was demolished in 2014. The property was the subject of remedial work under the NYS Brownfield Cleanup Program (BCP). The remediation was completed, and a certificate of completion was issued by NYSDEC in September 2017.

TEUTONIA PROJECT

On the Teutonia Site, the Applicant proposes to construct a transit oriented, mixed-use project with approximately 906 multi-family residential units (currently anticipated to be rental units), including approximately 109 Affordable Units, approximately 10,000 sf of street level commercial/retail space, and approximately 956 on-Site parking spaces (the “Teutonia Project”). Vehicular access to the Teutonia Site would be provided from two driveways along Buena Vista Avenue. The Teutonia Project would include two (2) residential towers above a six-story, 66-feet tall podium and having a maximum building height of 435 feet (see Figure 5 and Figure 6). The Teutonia Project is proposed to be built in two phases. The first phase would include the construction of approximately 510 residential units in the northern tower, as well as approximately 5,000 sf of ground floor retail and approximately 556 parking spaces within the northern portion of the podium. The second phase would include 396 residential units in the southern tower as well as approximately 5,000 sf of ground floor retail and parking within the southern portion of the podium. The unit mix of the Teutonia Project is currently anticipated to include approximately 227 studio units, 272 one-bedroom units, 316 two-bedroom units, and 91 three-bedroom units.

PROPOSED REZONING

The Teutonia Site is located within the City’s D-MX District. Adjacent to the Teutonia Site to the north and east are properties in the D-MX District. To the south of the Teutonia Site are the URLD Low Density Urban Residential and the UR-MD Medium Density Urban Residential Zoning Districts. With respect to the Teutonia Project, the Proposed Zoning would: • Amend Map B: Height District Map (43 Attachment 14) of the Yonkers Zoning Ordinance and the regulations of the D-MX District to permit a maximum building height of 435 feet; and, • Increase the maximum tower footprint from 12,000 sf per lot to an aggregate of 24,000 sf in two towers.

THE CHICKEN ISLAND SITE - LOCATION

The Chicken Island Site is approximately 5.25 acres and consists of two tax lots: Section 1, Block 485, Lot 1; and, Section 1, Block 475, Lot 51 (see Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3). The larger of the two lots, Block 485, Lot 1 or the “Palisade Avenue Parcel”, is generally located to the south of Palisade Avenue, the north of Nepperhan Avenue, and the west of New School Street and is currently developed with a surface municipal parking lot as well as portions of two privately owned streets, Henry Herz Street and John Street. The smaller of the two lots, Block 475, Lot 1, is located on the eastern side of New School Street and is unimproved (the “New School Street Parcel”). The Saw Mill River flows generally along the Site’s eastern boundary. The Chicken Island Site is within the D-MX District and all but the portions of the Site within 80 feet of Palisade Avenue are currently mapped on Map B: Height District Map (43 Attachment 14) of the Yonkers Zoning Ordinance as maximum permitted height (i.e., in “purple”) (see Figure 4). The entirety of the Chicken Island Site is within the Getty Square Urban Renewal Area.

CHICKEN ISLAND PROJECT The Applicant proposes to develop a six-building transit-oriented, mixed-use development on the Chicken Island Site (the “Chicken Island Project”). The Chicken Island Project would include approximately 2,000 multi-family residential units, including approximately 240 Affordable Units, approximately 70,000 sf of street-level retail/retail space, approximately 17,000 sf of office space, and approximately 2,200 parking spaces . The Chicken Island Project is anticipated to be built in five phases. The first phase would include approximately 650 residential units, 39,000 sf of retail, and 17,000 sf of office space. Approximately 650 parking spaces would be constructed and approximately 200 spaces in the existing surface lot would be utilized. The second phase would include approximately 425 residential units, 10,000 sf of retail space, as well as additional structured parking. This phase would also utilize approximately 80 spaces in the existing surface lot. The third phase would include an additional 425 dwelling units and approximately 10,000 sf of retail as well as structured parking. This phase would also remove a temporary (approximately 4,000 sf) retail space constructed in the first phase. The fourth phase would include 250 dwelling units and approximately 10,000 sf of retail. The fifth phase of the Chicken Island Project would include approximately 250 dwelling units and 5,000 sf of retail, as well as additional structured parking. When complete, the Chicken Island Project residential units, which are anticipated to be rental units, would include approximately 500 studios, 597 one-bedroom units, 702 two-bedroom units, and 201 three-bedroom units.

With respect to the Chicken Island Project, the Proposed Zoning would: • Amend Map B: Height District Map (43 Attachment 14) of the Yonkers Zoning Ordinance and the regulations of the D-MX District to permit a maximum building height of 400 feet on the Palisade Avenue Parcel, and a maximum height of 100 feet on the New School Street Parcel; • Increase the maximum tower footprint from 12,000 sf to 38,000 sf and a maximum aggregate tower footprint in up to six towers to: • 80,000 sf, up to 250 feet in height; and, • 28,000 sf, from 250 in height to 400 feet in height NORTH BROADWAY SITE LOCATION The North Broadway Site is approximately 1.78 acres and includes several tax lots1 on the east side of North Broadway, between Baldwin Place, Overlook Terrace, and Locust Avenue.

NORTH BROADWAY SITE - LOCATION The North Broadway Site contains a mix of undeveloped parcels and parcels improved with multifamily residential uses (primarily along Baldwin Pl., Overlook Ter., and Locust Ave.) as well as parcels improved with commercial uses (primarily those lots along North Broadway). Three of the parcels within the North Broadway Site (tax Lots 51, 56, and 57) are within the Getty Square Urban Renewal Area. With the exception of tax Lots 8 and 25, which are within the “A” zoning district, the North Broadway Site is located in the DMX District

NORTH BROADWAY PROJECT On the North Broadway Site, the Applicant proposes to construct a transit-oriented, mixed-use project with approximately 650 residential units, including approximately 78 Affordable Units, approximately 17,000 sf of retail space, approximately 21,000 sf of office space, and approximately 750 parking spaces (the “North Broadway Project”). The North Broadway Project would include two, 23-story towers each approximately 300 feet in height, a parking structure, and commercial and retail buildings stepping down the existing topography from Overlook Terrace and providing a pedestrian-friendly connection to North Broadway (see Figure 9, Figure 10, and Figure 11). The existing multifamily building located on Lot 18, known as 23 Overlook Terrace, would be retained with the North Broadway Project, while the remaining structures on the North Broadway Site would be removed. Vehicular access to the North Broadway Project would be from Overlook Terrace. The North Broadway Project is anticipated to be built in two phases. The first phase would include the south residential tower, with approximately 300 units, the parking garage, approximately 15,000 sf of retail, the public stair stepping down from Overlook Terrace to North Broadway, and approximately 13,000 sf of office. The second phase would include the north residential tower with approximately 350 units, and approximately 2,000 sf of retail along North Broadway and an additional approximately 8,000 sf of office space. The North Broadway Project residential units, which are anticipated to be rental units, would include approximately 162 studio units, 195 one bedroom units, 228 two-bedroom units, and 65 three-bedroom units.

With respect to the North Broadway Project, the Proposed Zoning would: • Rezone tax Lots 8 and 25 to the D-MX District; • Amend Map B: Height District Map (43 Attachment 14) of the Yonkers Zoning Ordinance and the regulations of the D-MX District to permit a maximum building height of 300 feet; and, • Increase the maximum tower footprint from 12,000 sf to 13,000 sf and a maximum aggregate tower footprint to 26,000 sf in two towers. 1 Included in the North Broadway Site are the following tax lots within Section 2, Block 2018: 8, 12, 16.18, 20, 25, 48, 51, 56, 57, 67, 71.

The Saw Mill River Daylighting, Phases 2 and 3

Phase 2 The city has completed the Mill Street Courtyard project, which reveals a small portion of the Saw Mill River that was already partially visible in an interior area between New Main Street and Manor House Square. A derelict Warburton Avenue building was demolished to create a walkway from the top end of the Phase 1 Van der Donck Park into the Mill Street Courtyard. The Courtyard was designed in the style of a European sitting area, with a staircase that crosses above the river for viewing and transit through the space.

Phase 3 Buildings on New Main Street were demolished adjacent to Nepperhan Avenue. A stretch of the Saw Mill River that had long been visible between the backs of the buildings and the Chicken Island parking lot were rehabilitated with federal funds and turned into a park and sitting area as a continuation of the daylighting. The best part: a symbolic water wheel was installed as an iconic reference to the many sawmills that populated this stretch of the river and gave it its name.

Landy Court Affordable Housing Project Debuts at 10 School Street in Yonkers

By: Sebastian Morris 7:30 am on June 18, 2022

Developers and state officials recently joined to celebrate the grand opening of Landy Court, an 80-unit residential property with a mix of affordable and supportive housing units in Yonkers . The seven-story building was developed in collaboration by St. Joseph’s Medical Center and Concern Housing, Inc., a non-profit housing agency.

All units are reserved for individuals and households earning at or below 60 percent of the area median income, as well as the formerly homeless. Tenants in the supportive housing units will receive services through St. Joseph’s Medical Center. These include individual case management, educational services, employment assistance, psychiatric and behavioral health coordination, substance abuse support, and access to referral services for the hospital’s in-network programming.

“As we work to fight homelessness and provide housing stability to all New Yorkers, it is critical that we expand access to supportive housing and quality healthcare,” said governor Kathy Hochul. “Our investment in Landy Court will provide 48 individuals and families with the on-site care and services they need to thrive. By creating new affordable housing options in downtown Yonkers, we will improve the quality of life of our most vulnerable neighbors and strengthen the community they call home.”

Residential amenities include a community room with a kitchen, staff offices, an exercise room, a library, laundry facilities, a rooftop garden, and on-site parking for 34 vehicles.

The ground floor of the building includes a 2,200-square-foot facility for social services and administrative spaces to be used by St. Joseph’s Medical Center.

Total construction costs hover around $49 million.

“In the last decade, [Homes and Community Renewal] has invested over $462 million to create and preserve 3,500 affordable homes in Yonkers,” said Homes and Community Renewal commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas. “The $49 million Landy Court builds upon this success with an additional 80 apartments, including 48 with on-site supportive services. Along with our partners, St. Joseph’s Medical Center and Concern Housing, Inc., we are helping residents build stable and successful lives in a modern building with easy access to transit and services.”

Ribbon cutting ceremony at Landy Court – From left: Assemblyman Nader Sayegh; Ralph Fasano, CEO, Concern Housing; Michael Spicer, CEO, St. Joseph’s Medical Center; Jim Landy; Lorraine Horgan, St. Joseph’s Medical Center; Yonkers City Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy; Dr. Ann Sullivan, commissioner, Office of Mental Health; RuthAnne Visnauskas, commissioner, Homes and Community Renewal; Brenda McAteer, Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

Financing for the development includes $15.1 million in permanent tax-exempt bonds, Federal Low-Income Tax Credits that generated $17.2 million in equity, and $10.7 million in subsidy from New York State Homes and Community Renewal. The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance provided $2.8 million through the Homeless Housing Assistance Program. The New York State Office of Mental Health provided construction financing, funding for rental subsidies and supportive services, and $345,000 in Program Development Grant funding to support start-up costs such as furniture, staff recruitment, and training.

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School Street Residences is an 80-unit affordable housing development located in the heart of Yonkers, NY. It is 8 stories of masonry and block construction. This building provides families with top-quality living spaces and amenities to better serve their quality of life. This building features an exercise room, a community lounge, a playroom, a parking lot for the residents, a beautiful rooftop pergola patio, and a rear terrace. It has an energy efficient VRF HVAC system and a two-story lobby with a grand architectural staircase.

This project faced many obstacles during its construction. Located on a narrow one-way street with many active businesses and truck traffic, the construction process needed to be well-planned. Due to logistical restrictions, a tower crane was required. An extensive retaining wall was installed as high as approximately 30’ in some areas with soil nails and H-Piles.

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Developer plans 128-unit complex on former Yonkers School 19 site

A Long Island City-based developer is moving forward with plans to convert the former School 19 property at 70 Jackson St. in Yonkers into a 128-unit apartment complex.

Alma Realty Corp. , a landlord and developer with residential, commercial and warehouse properties across New York and New Jersey, plans to construct a $28 million, eight-story building with 24 studio, 64 one-bedroom and 40 two-bedroom units and 170 parking spaces on the property.

In March, the Yonkers Industrial Development Agency granted 70 Jackson Street LLC, an entity formed by Alma Realty, a $360,000 mortgage tax exemption, and an $830,000 sales tax exemption on materials used in the construction of the project. A temporary property tax abatement will also be negotiated.

According to the city, the former school sat empty for more than 20 years. “This property has been empty and gathering dust for two decades,” said Mayor Mike Spano, who chairs the Yonkers Industrial Development Agency. “We’re so glad to put it back on the tax rolls and provide needed housing for people who want to live and work in Yonkers.”

The developer acquired the property from the city of Yonkers for $676,900 and demolition work on the site began in July. “ The current plan is to begin excavation work within the next few months,” said Jason Fink, a spokesman for Alma Realty. Roughly 150 jobs will be created during the project’s construction phase.

In a statement, Alma Realty said the development will “help add new vibrancy to the community and provide a valuable economic boost.”

Alma Realty also believes the development will bring increased foot traffic to the area and support ground-level retail in the neighborhood. The site is just south of St. Joseph’s Medical Center. “In redeveloping this vacant property, we seek to attract tenants looking for downtown environments with access to public transit and the ability to walk to local shops and restaurants,” the company said in a statement.

The apartment complex will feature an outdoor courtyard and recreational space.

Elsewhere in Westchester, the company plans to build a 150-unit apartment and retail complex on Park and Brown streets in Peekskill.

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YCSD: Development in Yonkers
The Chicken Island Project would include approximately 2,000 multi-family residential units, including approximately 240 Affordable Units, approximately 70,000 sf of street-level retail/retail space, approximately 17,000 sf of office space, and approximately 2,200 parking spaces .
Landy Court Affordable Housing Project Debuts at 10 School
“In the last decade, [Homes and Community Renewal] has invested over $462 million to create and preserve 3,500 affordable homes in Yonkers,” said Homes and Community Renewal commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas. “The $49 million Landy Court builds upon this success with an additional 80 apartments, including 48 with on-site supportive services.
School Street Project
School Street Residences is an 80-unit affordable housing development located in the heart of Yonkers, NY. It is 8 stories of masonry and block construction. This building provides families with top-quality living spaces and amenities to better serve their quality of life.
Developer plans 128-unit complex on former Yonkers School 19
A Long Island City-based developer is moving forward with plans to convert the former School 19 property at 70 Jackson St. in Yonkers into a 128-unit apartment complex. Alma Realty Corp., a ...
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SCHOOL STREET APARTMENTS ST. JOSEPH’S MEDICAL CENTER AND CSD
Trust Fund monies as part of the total project cost of just under $50 million. SCHOOL STREET APARTMENTS ST. JOSEPH’S MEDICAL CENTER AND CSD HOUSING St. Joseph’s Medical Center in partnership with CSD Housing is developing an eighty-unit apartment building on School Street in Yonkers for a mix of homeless and low-income individuals and families.