11/30/2023

SPHA IN THE NEWS: SPHA Receives $1M Grant to Redevelop Former Edward White Hospital Into Affordable Housing

ST. PETERSBURG, FL - The St. Petersburg Housing Authority (SPHA) received a $1 million grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY) for our plan to redevelop the former Edward White Hospital into affordable housing for seniors.

Once redeveloped, the six-story, 121,000-square-foot building in the North Kenwood neighborhood will feature 71 apartments for low-income seniors. In addition, the property will house SPHA's new headquarters, plus 1,939 square feet of leasable office space.

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"This location seemed an ideal place for our administrative offices, as it will bring us closer to the people we serve," said Michael Lundy, President and CEO of SPHA.

The $1 million grant from FHLBNY's Affordable Housing Program was secured through the sponsorship of Valley Bank.

Affordable Housing at the former Edward White Hospital
The wait list for affordable housing at the transformed former Edward White Hospital site is not yet open. Construction has not yet begun. Plans are underway!

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SPHA IN THE NEWS:

NEWS VIDEO: Spectrum NEWS - Bay News 9 - 11/15/2023 - St. Pete Community reacts to redevelopment of Ed White Hospital - CLICK HERE to watch the Bay News 9 video. >

ARTICLE: St. Pete Rising - 11/15/2023 - St. Pete Housing Authority lands $1 million grant for affordable senior housing project at former Ed White Hospital site - CLICK HERE to read the St. Pete Rising article. >

ARTICLE: Business Observer - 11/15/2023 - $1M grant awarded for 71-unit complex for low-income seniors - CLICK HERE to read the Business Observer article. >

NEWS ZAP: St Pete Catalyst - 11/15/2023 - St. Pete Housing Authority receives grant to convert hospital site into affordable housing - CLICK HERE to read the St Pete Catalyst News Zap. >

ARTICLE: Tampa Bay Business Journal - 11/24/2023 - St. Pete Housing Authority receives $1 million for redevelopment of Ed White Hospital - CLICK HERE to read the Tampa Bay Business Journal article. >

The planned redevelopment of the former Edward White Hospital is another way that SPHA is working to create opportunities for stronger communities. The project is expected to break ground on construction in mid-2024.

ABOUT THE ST. PETERSBURG HOUSING AUTHORITY (SPHA):

An independent quasi-governmental entity and a political subdivision of the State of Florida, operating under Chapter 421 Florida Statutes, SPHA is the local administrative agency for housing assistance programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). SPHA offers a variety of programs and services that provide affordable rental housing to low-income families, seniors, veterans, and the disabled in the greater St. Petersburg region. For more information, visit www.stpeteha.org.