The project will ensure the building remains a community asset not just through the creation of much-needed affordable housing, but also by bringing together community members of all ages through the arts. It is also next door to the vibrant Beverly Council on Aging, and has walking paths to the city's pedestrian network. The property is a short walk from the closest commuter rail station, and it’s accessible to the local bus system. It ensures that residents can remain actively involved in the community. The adaptation of Beverly Village for Living and the Arts continues the legacies of Beacon and Harborlight Home of producing affordable homes with high-quality wraparound services which not only impacts the quality of life for all residents, but also supports seniors aging in place. Harborlight Homes is grateful to be part of this important project and respectful renovation." For the next 100, it will be home, a thriving senior affordable community. "For the first 100 years, it was a place of education. "This is a great day for the city and region to honor this historic building and how it will now serve Beverly," said Andrew DeFranza, executive director for Harborlight Homes. The building will feature numerous sustainable design features, including: energy efficient lighting and heating/cooling systems, a new state of the art stormwater mitigation system, high-efficiency water fixtures, electric vehicle charging station, bike storage, and gardens with composting education.
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The existing three-story building will be completely rehabilitated while still preserving important historical features including the windows and facade.
Thank you to our partners at Harborlight, Beacon, the Commonwealth, and local housing advocates for all the work you have done to make this possible."Īt the heart of the development plans are sustainability, historical preservation, and resident engagement. "The ability for seniors to remain in Beverly, or to come to Beverly, and live in comfort and high quality affordable homes is something we work hard on and prioritize every day in this city. "We're excited this milestone has taken place, and Harborlight and Beacon are now building the new homes for Beverly seniors that have been long sought at Briscoe," said Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill. "Being able to preserve the history of the Briscoe School while sustainably transforming it into a place for seniors and the arts to thrive is an exciting next step for Beacon, its partners and the city of Beverly." "Beacon Communities is thrilled to be able to work with all of our partners to create affordable housing for seniors at this historic location," said Dara Kovel, CEO of Beacon Communities.
Outdoor amenity spaces will include a terrace and patio. The former gymnasium will house resident amenities including a community room, computer learning center, wellness and fitness spaces, library and reading room, as well as a workshop.
The former auditorium will be preserved for future use as a community performing arts space, maintaining the building’s historic connection to its community. Former classrooms will be turned into 85 units of affordable housing for low-income seniors, and former locker rooms will become six live/work studios with an artist occupancy preference. The adaptive reuse plan will creatively transform the school’s existing footprint into a vibrant, liveable space that is service-enriched and offers a multitude of resident amenities. The groundbreaking event included a speaking program featuring Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Department of Housing and Community Development Undersecretary Jennifer Maddox, Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill, State Senator Joan Lovely, State Representative Jerry Parisella, and MassHousing VP of Multifamily Housing, Mark Teden. Upon completion, the development will be a mixed-use community centered around affordable housing for seniors. BEVERLY, MA - Beacon Communities and Harborlight Homes have broken ground on the Beverly Village for Living and the Arts, at the historic former home of the Briscoe School.
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