YNDC Completes Phase One of Bernard Street Project

Monday, September 30, 2024.

On September 26, YNDC completed the first phase of the Bernard Street project. Phase one of the Bernard Street revitalization project included: the assembly of land on the street; clearing of more than 500 cubic yards of debris, installation of new infrastructure: sidewalks, curbing, street paving, water boxes, etc; completion of home repair for an existing homeowner; construction of three new homes; and preparation of three additional lots for a second phase which will construct three additional homes and break ground in the coming months.

The newly constructed homes are approximately 1,500 square feet with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an open concept living, kitchen, and dining area, first floor laundry room, and two car attached garage. The homes are listed for sale for $195,000.

The project is made possible through funding support from the First Ward American Rescue Plan funding from the City of Youngstown allocated by Councilman Julius Oliver. PNC provided the construction financing for the project. The vacant lots were assembled by and acquired from the Mahoning County Land Bank. The builder for the project was Joe Koch Construction. The project also received support from The Raymond John Wean Foundation, City of Youngstown, and the Glenwood Neighbors Business Association.