Ground broken on Arnett Watson apartments

CHP Executive Director Jeff Kositsky cuts a symbolic ribbon marking the groundbreaking of construction of 83 new affordable homes for formerly homeless individuals and families. Kositsky is joined by affordable housing champion Supervisor Chris Daly, Redvelopment Executive Director Marcia Rosen and TNDC Executive Director Don Falk.
Photo(s) by Luke Thomas

By Tamara Barak

June 15, 2007

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Thursday at a Tenderloin site that will soon become an 83-unit building that provides homes and services to formerly homeless individuals and families.

According to the Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation and Community Housing Partnership, the Arnett Watson Apartments will offer supportive services for up to 240 people.

When complete, the nine-story building will include a community gathering room and outdoor courtyards, as well as a children's play area. Each unit will have its own kitchen and bathroom.

"Like most of our projects, Arnett Watson Apartments will offer onsite supportive services for its residents - many of whom, in addition to being homeless, suffer from HIV/AIDS, mental illnesses, addition and physical disabilities," said CHP Executive Director Jeff Kositsky.

"Providing permanently affordable homes with easy access to services and other amenities helps our residents achieve stability and independence," Kositsky said.

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