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Governor Hochul Announces Groundbreaking for $160 Million Carriage House Development in Downtown Patchogue

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New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced the groundbreaking for The Carriage House, a mixed-use development in Patchogue, Suffolk County on Long Island. The $160 million transit-oriented project will transform an underutilized site at 214 West Main Street into a vibrant residential and commercial destination, creating 262 new homes, including 53 affordable units, and delivering major infrastructure improvements that will strengthen the region's housing and transportation networks.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Carriage House project will create 262 new homes, including 53 affordable units, and deliver major infrastructure improvements that will strengthen the region's housing and transportation networks.
  • The development will include two five-story buildings totaling 455,000 square feet, bisected by the Patchogue River and connected by a new public riverwalk.
  • The project features a mix of studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments; ground-floor retail and community office space; and more than 400 structured parking spaces.
  • The Carriage House is expected to create more than 310 construction jobs and five permanent positions.
  • The project will also clean and restore the Patchogue River, add new public amenities, and unlock additional development potential through critical sewer and road improvements.
  • Governor Hochul's administration secured a landmark agreement to increase New York's housing supply through new tax incentives, capital funding, and new protections for renters and homeowners, as part of the FY25 Enacted Budget.
  • The project is part of $26 million in Long Island Investment Fund's awards announced by Governor Hochul in September, which supports transformative housing and infrastructure projects across Nassau and Suffolk counties.

Statistics:

  • $160 million: The total cost of the Carriage House development.
  • 262: The number of new homes that will be created through the project.
  • 53: The number of affordable housing units that will be included in the development.
  • 455,000 square feet: The total floor area of the two five-story buildings.
  • 400: The number of structured parking spaces that will be provided.
  • 310: The number of construction jobs expected to be created.
  • 5: The number of permanent positions expected to be created.
  • $26 million: The amount of funding awarded by the Long Island Investment Fund for the project.
  • 2 years: The estimated timeframe for the completion of the project, with the eastern building expected to begin occupancy in spring 2027, followed by the western building in fall 2027.

Sources:

  • Governor Hochul's news release: "Governor Hochul Announces Groundbreaking for $160 Million Carriage House Development in Downtown Patchogue"
  • Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight's statement: "Expanding access to quality, affordable housing is central to creating stronger, more inclusive communities across New York."
  • Association for a Better Long Island, Executive Director Kyle Strober's statement: "The Carriage House is an outstanding example of building a smart solution to address a continuing crisis within our region."
  • Governor Hochul's Housing Agenda: "Governor Hochul is dedicated to addressing New York's housing crisis and making the State more affordable and more livable for all New Yorkers."

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