Groundbreaking Held for Affordable Housing Community in Albany County, New York
Units to include universal design features
The NRP Group, in partnership with New York State Homes and Community Renewal and nonprofit organization Soldier On has broken ground on Selkirk Reserve, a 72-unit, fully affordable housing community in Bethlehem, New York.
Located on a spacious 15.67-acre site, Selkirk Reserve (aka Hudson on Nine) consists of nine two-story, eight-plex buildings and a clubhouse. Built under the 9 percent tax credit program, the project marks NRP’s second affordable housing development in the region and will be solely owned and managed with on-site staff by the company.
Selkirk Reserve will comprise 24 one-bedroom units ranging from 702-784 sq. ft, 24 two-bedroom units ranging from 910-1,003 sq. ft, and 24 three-bedroom units ranging from 1,127- 1,207 sq. ft. Each residence will be outfitted with a kitchen pantry, microwave, dishwasher, bulk storage, large closets, and a programmable thermostat.
Spacious units will also include universal design features, such as switches placed lower on walls, outlets placed higher on walls, non-slip flooring or lower pile carpeting and lever faucets.
The project’s design vision was brought to life by RDL Architects and Hershberg & Hershberg Consulting Engineers, while Key Bank will act as the construction lender and equity investor. The community is expected to be completed in August 2025.