The New York Times just published an article about Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) called “A Rebirth in the Bronx: Is This How to Save Public Housing?”, which focuses on L+M’s Baychester Houses project. Together with Camber Property Group and MDB Community Housing Corporation, we partnered with NYCHA to renovate Baychester using the RAD program to create a much-improved community for our residents, demonstrating the positive outcomes of public-private partnerships.

As new faces to the Baychester community, it was understandable that our presence was initially met with concern by some. However, our teams were intentional about maintaining transparency in working with the residents and city officials, as well as keeping the residents informed throughout the project. With this approach, combined with the gradual property transformation that residents were able to experience, we gained the support of the Baychester community.

I’m so proud of everyone who played a role in making the Baychester project such a success!

To read the NY Times article about RAD, visit: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/08/05/arts/design/bronx-public-housing.html