On Tuesday, the City Council signed off on a major new development at 1720 Webster Ave in Tremont, paving the way for two towers with 450 affordable apartments. Bronx Community Board 6 and Councilmember Oswald Feliz both backed the plan.

The new 1720 Webster Ave development answers the demand for affordable housing in Tremont, a neighborhood where rents have steadily increased over the last five years. According to developer Camber Property Group, all 450 apartments will be income-restricted, with at least 30% reserved for formerly homeless New Yorkers.

Councilmember Oswald Feliz, who represents Tremont, called the plan “a win for Bronx families,” emphasizing that units will be capped at rents affordable for households making between $28,000 and $89,000 a year, depending on family size. Bronx Community Board 6 issued a letter of support after negotiating for a larger share of two- and three-bedroom apartments and additional community space on the ground floor.

The vote came after a heated public hearing last week at Borough Hall, where several local tenants voiced concerns about construction impacts and long-term affordability. Camber Property Group CEO Rick Gropper pledged in-person at the hearing to prioritize Bronx applicants during the city lottery process and to host regular information sessions at Tremont Library.

Construction at 1720 Webster Ave is set to break ground this fall, with city housing officials projecting lease-up applications to open in early 2026. The towers will also feature a 12,000-square-foot grocery and a community health clinic operated by BronxCare Health System on the lower levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will construction start and finish at 1720 Webster Ave?

Camber Property Group plans to break ground in fall 2024, with construction slated to wrap up in late 2026. Lease-up and the city-run affordable housing lottery should begin in early 2026, with tenants able to move in by the end of that year.

Who can apply for the new affordable apartments in Tremont?

Anyone who meets the income requirements set by NYC Housing Connect can apply. Units will be targeted between 30% and 80% of Area Median Income (AMI), with 30% set aside for formerly homeless residents. Bronx applicants may get local preference.

What new amenities or services will the buildings include?

The towers will include a new 12,000-square-foot grocery store, a community health clinic run by BronxCare Health System, rooftop play areas, bike storage, and a ground-floor community event space open to local groups and nonprofits.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will construction begin and end for the 1720 Webster Ave affordable housing towers?

Construction is scheduled to start in fall 2024 and finish in late 2026.

How many affordable apartments will be built at 1720 Webster Ave in Tremont?

The project will include 450 income-restricted, rent-stabilized apartments.

Who is eligible to apply for the new affordable apartments at 1720 Webster Ave?

Applicants must meet NYC Housing Connect income requirements, with units targeted for households earning between 30% and 80% of Area Median Income; 30% of units are reserved for formerly homeless residents.

What amenities will be included in the 1720 Webster Ave development?

Amenities will include a 12,000-square-foot grocery store, a community health clinic operated by BronxCare Health System, rooftop play areas, bike storage, and a ground-floor community event space.

Will local Bronx residents get preference for the new affordable housing at 1720 Webster Ave?

Bronx applicants may receive local preference during the city lottery process.

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