The Greater Heights Appartments Project
From the rubble of once crime-ridden, drug-infested buildings in the Booker T. Washington neighborhood rises Greater Heights, an attractive, well-constructed apartment community for 18 low-income families and senior citizens.
Formerly known as “The Bottoms,” this area was once synonymous with despair. Now, it brims with hope.
Greater Heights addresses the great need for safe, decent housing for poor families and elderly persons.
According to the latest statistics from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, there are 7,255 low to moderate income renters in Melbourne, but only 2,346 units of affordable rental housing.
The project was years in the making. Together with the City of Melbourne, BNDC began acquiring the apartments as owners defaulted on loans. The complex process of negotiating with multiple owners, foreclosures, lenders, title issues and other competing buyers lasted almost two years.
To build the community, BNDC partnered with an impressive team of prominent local developers and the largest commercial builder in the Space Coast. Donating their time and expertise were architects, real estate attorneys, construction and civil engineers and surveyors.
The colorful Key West-themed complex of safe and energy-efficient one to four-bedroom units is set amidst centuries-old live oaks. Units range in size from 674 to 1,272 square feet and have HVAC, landscaped lawns, anti-crime prevention features and plenty of parking. The neighboring Dorcas Outreach Center for Kids, or DOCK, provides free after-school activities and snacks for the children and teens in the community.
2009/2010
Organization of the Year!
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