Office-to-Residential Adaptive Reuse at 22 West First Street
Mount Vernon
Summary
The city is reviewing a proposal to convert the upper floors of a vacant office building into 61 rental apartments while keeping the ground-floor bank. This reflects a growing nationwide trend to turn empty offices into much-needed housing.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private investment expected to generate residential revitalization in the downtown business district.
Prospective renters looking for housing downtown and local businesses benefiting from increased foot traffic.
None identified.
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