REAL ESTATE NEWS: Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today the start of a $39 million affordable housing development and community center construction in Yonkers

A former vacant lot at 217 Elm Street in southwest Yonkers is supposed to become the Dayspring Commons under the management of Westhab

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the project called “Dayspring” will include 63 units, of which 37 will be reserved for individuals experiencing homelessness

Additionally, the Dayspring will be required to provide local employment, counseling and childcare services through Westhab.

Westhab CEO Richard Nightingale says construction is expected to be complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony by fall 2021

Yonkers Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousins says necessary services to promote growth and decrease homelessness in the depressed area of the city of hills.