A project to replace the abandoned Syracuse Developmental Center with badly needed housing has passed a major hurdle, after Common Councilors approved a series of moves needed to get the westside project moving.
Construction is expected to begin early next year on affordable apartments by a Long Island Developer. Housing non-profit Home Headquarters is also planning to build 27 townhomes on the 23-acre site nestled next to the Rosamond Gifford Zoo.
Councilor Pat Hogan said while the site has been an eyesore for years, plans to create housing started coming together five years ago. He admits it wasn’t easy getting all the players on the same page…