The proposed project involves the full-scale renovation of an existing vacant structure originally constructed in 1898 and known as Our Lady of Lourdes Church.  The proposed renovation includes the construction of two new floors within the open cathedral nave which will result in a building that will measure approximately 32,000 sq. ft.

End uses include 1st floor retail/restaurant or brewery uses, 2nd floor offices   although tenants are unknown at this time and 3 residential apartments in 1-3 BR configurations on the 3rd floor.  While the apartment component has not yet been fully laid out, the average unit square footage for a one bedroom would be approximately 900 sq. ft. and 1,300 sq. ft. for the 2 BR and 1,800 sq. ft. for the 3 BR.  Rents will be in the $1,100 to $1,950 per month range and includes water.

The church was constructed in the late 1800's and has been vacant for approximately 24 years.

The former church will internally connect with a new 6-story medical office building soon to be under construction at 1091 Main Street.

The new medical office building is not seeking financial assistance from the ECIDA.

· 12/01/2017 - Public Hearing Held.  

· 12/20/2017 - Inducement Resolution presented to Board of Directors adopting a Negative Declaration in accordance with SEQRA.

· 12/20/2017 - Lease/Leaseback Inducement Resolution presented to the Board of Directors

.