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In 2025 The Essex County Land Bank, in partnership with the North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC), will work with the community to install murals in the Town of Ticonderoga. This Mural Festival initiative aims to transform spaces near blighted, vacant, and abandoned properties through public art installations. This new public art will foster community pride and encourage economic revitalization. The project will focus on the creation of five murals in the downtown corridor, accompanied by a community festival. [button size='' style='' text='Access the Application Here' icon='' icon_color='' link='https://essexcountylandbank.org/add-a-mural-to-your-building/' target='_self' color='' hover_color='' border_color='' hover_border_color='' background_color='' hover_background_color='' font_style='' font_weight='' text_align='' margin=''] [button size='' style='' text='View/Download...

North Country Rural Development Coalition Awarded "Rural Preservation Company of the Year" by New York State at Rural Housing Coalition Conference TICONDEROGA, NY – October 4th, 2024 – The North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC) has been honored with the prestigious "Rural Preservation Company of the Year" award by the New York State Rural Housing Coalition. This award, presented during the annual Rural Housing Coalition Conference in Lake George, marks a significant milestone in NRDC’s history, as it is the first time in the 45-year history of the award that the organization has received this recognition. This highly competitive award is granted based on...

The Essex County Land Bank, in partnership with the North Country Rural Development Coalition (NRDC), is seeking proposals for a creative placemaking pilot project in the Town of Ticonderoga. This program will be funded and administered by the Essex County Land Bank in conjunction with state funding agencies and partners. The initiative aims to transform spaces near blighted, vacant, and abandoned properties through public art installations, fostering community pride and economic revitalization. The project will focus on the creation of five murals in the downtown corridor, accompanied by a community festival...

** Acquisition Cost $0.00 ** The Essex County Land Bank announces a visionary project at 130 The Portage in Ticonderoga, NY. This initiative involves the subdivision of a vacant lot to accommodate four energy-efficient homes, promoting sustainable living and community enhancement. Project Overview: Sustainable Development: Creating modern, energy-efficient homes designed for comfort and livability. Subdivision Plan: Thoughtfully dividing the lot to maintain privacy while fostering community. Energy Efficiency: Incorporating solar panels, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, and other green technologies. Design and Community Integration: Emphasizing contemporary designs, community-focused layouts, and environmental preservation. Impact and Benefits: Contributing to Ticonderoga's revitalization, energy independence, and economic growth through sustainable...

** Acquisition Cost $0.00 ** The Essex County Land Bank presents a comprehensive renovation project at 175 The Portage in Ticonderoga, NY. This initiative aims to revitalize a historic single-family home while preserving its architectural integrity and updating amenities for contemporary living. Project Highlights: Historical Restoration: Maintaining the home's "Old Style" architecture while integrating modern conveniences. Home Specifications: A spacious 1,776 square foot home with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Heating System Overhaul: Upgrading to a more efficient and reliable solution for year-round comfort. Garage Demolition and Replacement: Removing the existing detached garage to enhance outdoor living space or construct a modern...

** Acquisition Cost $0.00 ** The Essex County Land Bank is proud to announce a groundbreaking project at 34 Brandy Brook in Saranac Lake, NY. This ambitious endeavor involves the full demolition and reconstruction of the property, transforming it into a modern duplex, offering a unique living solution that balances community needs with environmental consciousness. Project Insights: Full Demolition and Reconstruction: Transforming the existing structure into a state-of-the-art duplex that respects historical essence while providing contemporary housing options. Duplex Design: Two distinct living units designed for privacy, comfort, and modern amenities. Sustainable Living: Incorporating energy-efficient materials and technologies to reduce environmental impact...

** Acquisition Cost $0.00 ** The Essex County Land Bank is thrilled to announce the commencement of a transformative project at 741 Stowersville Road in Lewis, NY. This endeavor involves the complete revitalization of a historic property through a full gut renovation. Situated on a generous 0.82-acre lot, the house, currently lacking heating and essential systems, offers an opportunity to create a modern, efficient, and comfortable home. Project Highlights: Location: Conveniently located near the freeway and the welcoming communities of Elizabethtown and Lewis, offering the tranquility of rural living with easy access to local amenities. Dream Yard Potential: Ample space for landscaping,...