1999 HUD Funding for Housing for Senior Citizens
and People with Disabilities

*Note: To calculate the approximate number of residents who will live in the new housing, multiply the number of units by 1.25.

ALABAMA

Section 811 - Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities

Project Location: Florence, AL
Non-Profit Sponsor: Accessible Space, Inc.
Capital Advance: $1,163,300
Five-year rental subsidy: $236,500
Number of Units: 20

Project description:

The funds will be used for the new construction of an independent living project containing 15 one-bedroom units and 5 two-bedroom units for very low income persons with mobility impairments, traumatic brain injuries, and severe physical disabilities. The site is located near medical facilities, shopping, churches, parks, banking, and community activities. The site is also across the street from a proposed major city park that will have paved trails for use by residents regardless of their mobility. Accessible Space, Inc. was encouraged to submit this application by a group made up of consumers, service providers, business/civic leaders, and concerned citizens in the Shoals area.

Content Archived: January 20, 2009