Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Development
At the Essex County Land Bank, we harness the power of vacant spaces to transform communities. Our mission is to unlock the untapped potential of blighted properties to revitalize hamlets and cultivate opportunities for economic growth. Through strategic partnerships and community engagement, we strive to build a brighter future for Essex County, one property at a time. Together, we’re creating sustainable, thriving communities that inspire pride and unleash the true potential of our county.
Unlocking Potential, Building Communities: Our Mission at the Essex County Land Bank
The New Essex County Land Bank is a collaborative effort between the Essex County Board of Supervisors, North Country Rural Development Coalition, and other regional stakeholders. Together, we strive to address blight, promote affordable housing, and stimulate economic opportunities across our county. By acquiring and rehabilitating vacant properties, we aim to create a positive impact on our hamlets, bolster property values, and create new spaces for residents and businesses to thrive.
Our Objectives
We acquire and stabilize vacant properties, preventing further deterioration and minimizing the negative effects of blight on our communities. Through strategic planning and community engagement, we identify properties that have the potential for transformation and make them available for responsible development.
The new Essex County Land Bank is dedicated to increasing the availability of safe, affordable housing options for residents in need. By collaborating with local developers, nonprofits, and housing agencies, we facilitate the rehabilitation of properties and ensure they are transformed into quality housing that meets the diverse needs of our community.
We believe that revitalizing hamelst and downtowns goes hand in hand with fostering economic growth. Through our partnerships with local businesses and organizations, we will eventually promote the development of commercial and mixed-use properties that attract investment, create jobs, and contribute to the overall prosperity of our region.
The success of our mission depends on the active involvement and support of community members. We engage residents, local organizations, and stakeholders in our decision-making processes, seeking their input and collaboration to ensure that our initiatives align with the specific needs and aspirations of each neighborhood we serve.
NRDC/Essex County Land Bank has been Awarded “Rural Preservation Company of the Year” by New York State at Rural Housing Coalition Conference. Click Here to read all about it.
“This house in Jay is the first rehabilitation project to be undertaken by the Essex County Land Bank. Houses like this are referred to as zombie houses and the land bank seeks to bring this and houses like it back to life and to sell them at below market rate to people in need of housing assistance.”
Get Involved
Are you passionate about community development and want to make a difference in Essex County? There are several ways you can get involved with the new Essex County Land Bank
Open Donations
Donate: Support our work by making a financial contribution. Your donation will directly contribute to the acquisition, rehabilitation, and redevelopment of properties, helping us create a brighter future for Essex County.
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Volunteer/Partner/Contractor
Volunteer
Join our team of dedicated volunteers and lend your skills and expertise to our revitalization efforts. From property cleanups and beautification projects to community outreach and engagement, your contribution can have a lasting impact on our neighborhoods.
Partner with Us
We value partnerships and collaborations with organizations, businesses, and agencies that share our vision for sustainable development. By working together, we can maximize our collective impact and create stronger, more vibrant communities.
Contractors
If you are a contractor, builder, developer, or real estate professional, please consider working with the Land Bank. We use an RFP process to procure contractors and we’d like to hear from you. The RFPs are posted below, also sent out by email to our mailing lists.
Interested? Contact us below…
Our Partners
