Print - APP09-0027 Print Preview - Preliminary Application Tax Credits, RPP Loans, and/or Tax Exempt Bond Loans Project Description Project N ame: Taylor West at Taylor E states Address: 1214 N. 4th Street City: Wilmington County: New Hanover Zip: Census Tract: 114 Block Group:2 Is project in Qualified Census Tract or Difficult to Develop Area? Yes Are you requesting the basis boost under section II(E)(4) of the QAP? Political Jurisdicti on: Ci ty of Wi lmin gt on Jurisdiction CEO Name: First:Bill Last: Saffo Ti tl e: Mayor Ju risdiction Ad dr es s: 102 N. 3rd Street Jurisdiction City: Wilmington Zip: Jurisdiction Phone: Site Latitude: Site Longitude: Project Type: New Construction Is this project a previously awarded tax credit development? New Construction/Adaptive Reuse: Is this project a follow-on (Phase II, etc) to a previously-awarded tax credit development project? No If yes, list names of previous phase(s): Rehab: Number of residents holding Section 8 vouchers: Will the project meet Energy Star standards as defined in Appendix B? Yes Does a community revitalization plan exist? Yes Will the project use steel and concrete construction and have at least 4 stories? No https://www.nchfa.org/Rental/RTCApp/(S(vq3eu155...067C5A06A&SNID=4EAED32E408547A7B6458605D414AA6A (1 of 24)4/8/2009 3:40:38 PM 28401 28401 (910)341-7815 34.2495 -77.9463
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ll the project include a Community Service Facility under IRS Revenue Ruling 2003-77? Yes
yes, please describe: Taylor West will have a separate 2036+/- square foot brick and fiber cement Community Service Facility. Thfacility contains handicap accessible toilet facilities; kitchen area that includes a refrigerator, sink and oven wstovetop range; administrative office area; maintenance and storage rooms; computer center; exercise roomwith equipment; laundry facilities; and a covered porch with sitting areas around a portion of the building.Resident mailboxes are conveniently located at the community building at a lighted and covered area.
rget Population:Family
ll the project be receiving project based federal rental assistance? Yes
If yes, provide the subsidy source: HUD and number of units:
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icate below an individual or a validly existing entity (a corporation, nonprofit, limited partnership or LLC) as the official applicant. UAP Section III(C)(5) only this individual or entity will be able to make decisions with regard to this application. If awarded the applica
st become part of the ownership entity. The applicant will execute the signature page for this application.
pplicant Name: Housing and Economic Opportunities, Inc.
ddress: 1524 S. 16th Street
ty: Wilmington State: NC Zip:
ontact: First: Glenn Last:Floyd Title:Vice President
elephone:
t Phone:
ax:
mail Address:
OTE: Email Address above will be used for communication between NCHFA and Applicant.
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es the owner have fee simple ownership of the property (site/buildings)?Yes
If yes provide:
Purchase Date: Purchase Price:
If no:
(a) Does the owner/principal or ownership entity have valid option/contract to purchase the property?
(b) Does an identity of interest (direct or indirect) exist between the owner/principal or ownership entity with the option/contractpurchase of the property and the seller of the property?If yes, specify the relationship:
(c) Enter the current expiration date of the option/contract to purchase:
(D) Enter Purchase Price:
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deral Tax ID Number of Ownership Entity: (If assigned)
ote: Do not submit social security numbers for individuals.
ntity Type: Limited Liability Company
ntity Status: To Be Formed
the applicant requesting that the Agency treat the application as Non-Profit sponsored? Yes
the applicant requesting that the Agency treat the application as CHDO sponsored? No
st all general partners, members,and principals. Specify nonprofit corporate general partners or members.ick [Add] to add additional partners, members, and principals.
Org: HEO Partners III, LLC
rst Name: Michael Last Name: Krause Function: Managing Member
ddress: 1524 S. 16th Street
ty: Wilmington State: NC Zip: 28401
hone: Fax:
Mail: Nonprofit: No
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ecify Low Income Unit Targeting in table below. List each applicable targeting combination in a separate row below. Click [Add] ate another row. Click "X" (at the left of each row) to delete a row. Add as many rows as needed.
BRs Units %
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
targeted at percent of median income affordable to/occupied by
tal Low Income Units:
te: This number should match the total number of low income units in the Unit Mix section.
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63 Federal Tax Credits Requested (if less than line 62)
64 Land Cost
65 TOTAL REPLACEMENT COST
FEDERAL TAX CREDITS IF AWARDED
Comments:
The Wilmington Housing Authority is the fee simple owner of the property. The Housing Authority will beentering into a Ground Lease with the owner of the development. The owner of the development will be alimited liability company with Housing and Economic Opportunities, Inc. (HEO) as one of its members. HEOis the non-profit instrumentality of the Housing Authority.
Project Development Cost per unit 70,833
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ease provide a detailed description of the proposed project:
ent of new construction is to increase the number of affordable public housing units available to the low-come family population of Wilmington.
nce 2004 the City of Wilmington lost over 500 affordable public housing units. The lost units were at least years old.
present, 863 individuals/families compose the Wilmington Housing Authority’s waiting list for publicusing. Due to the loss of units since 2004, the waiting list is now closed but accepts applications for aority if the need is documented. The preferences consist of homeless, domestic violence, disabled,
derly and veterans. The Pointe at Taylor Estates, a recently built 48 unit tax credit project, was fully leasedthin 54 days and has a waiting list of over 70 applicants. This documents the need for affordable housingthis area.
aylor West is a 48 unit development consisting of 26 two bedroom units, 20 three bedroom units and 2ur bedroom units in 12 residential buildings. The architectural style blends with the styles of the recentlynstructed tax credit developments of Robert R. Taylor Senior Homes and The Pointe at Taylor Estates.e property contains very large old oak trees that will remain undisturbed and give the property a charmd feel of the past. Landscaped areas include sod and irrigation, in addition to the beautiful floweringrubs and vegetation which are native to our coastal climate. Carriage style street lamps throughout the
velopment give the neighborhood a warm and cozy feeling.
ere are 12 two-storey buildings. Three of those buildings are garden apartments which will include allndicap on the ground level. The exterior of the buildings is at least forty percent brick veneer with qualityer cement and metal roof accents, including color variations between the lower and upper floors whichovide additional definition to the design of the buildings and enhances the neighborhood. The roof isnstructed of high quality twenty-five year anti-fungal shingles and metal roofing accents to give theildings a coastal/urban flair.
andard features include carpeting throughout the living and bedrooms, quality VCT flooring in the kitchen,ning area, entrance area, and bathrooms; six panel solid interior doors; solid wood cabinetry in the kitchend bathrooms; a pantry, a mounted fire extinguisher in the kitchen; mini blinds throughout; washer/dryerok-ups; patio; exterior storage closet; and an energy efficient thirteen seer rated HVAC system. Thechen includes an energy star dishwasher and frost free refrigerator with freezer, and an oven with stove-p range. Each unit has its own private entrance with a covered porch and exterior door with a single leveradbolt and eye viewer. All exterior doors and double pane vinyl windows are insulated. There are lightediling fans, telephone jacks and cable connections in the living and bedrooms; lighted walk-in closets; andterior lighting at the unit’s entry doors.
e site location has all the conveniences of a downtown district, including shopping, restaurants, banking,urches, schools, medical facilities, and public parks and pools. It is located north of downtown Wilmington
here the majority of new growth such as shopping, medical offices, hotels and residential areas are beingnstructed.
nstruction (check all that apply):
Brick Vinyl Wood HardiPlank Balconies/Patios Sunrooms Front Porches
Front Gables or Dormers Wide Banding or Vertical/Horizontal Siding
Other:
(i) Metal roof accents; (ii) Community Service Facility; (iii) Underground Cultec storm water infiltrationsystem
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ve you built other tax credit developments that use the same building design as this project?No
If yes, please provide name and address:
e Amenities:
aylor West includes amenities that will provide a high quality of life for its residents. There is ample parkingclose vicinity to each tenant’s unit, including handicap parking per code. The buildings are positioned in amily-friendly manner that creates open spaces for resident use and play.
her site amenities include a covered picnic area with tables and grill, sitting areas, playground, flagpole,d refuse collection areas. The signage at Taylor West is located at the entrance to the development andvisible to motorists and pedestrians in the area.
aylor West has a separate 2036+/- square foot brick and fiber cement Community Service Facility. Thecility contains handicap accessible toilet facilities; kitchen area that includes a refrigerator, sink and oven
th stovetop range; administrative office area; maintenance and storage rooms; computer center; exerciseom with equipment; laundry facilities; and a covered porch with sitting areas around a portion of theilding. Resident mailboxes are conveniently located at the community building at a lighted and coveredea.
site Activities:
nsite activities will be provided by the Wilmington Housing Authority. Programs may include, but are notmited to:
Mentoring to Manhood (MTM): This program targets young men between the ages of 14 through 18 andcuses on developing an understanding of social responsibility and establishing a place as an effectiveader in the community.
P.E.A.R.L. Girls (Poised, Elegant, And Responsible Leaders): This program is dedicated to developing
d encouraging self-esteem, teaching ethics, respect and civility for young women ages 7 through 17.
Programs for adults featuring homebuyer’s education, money management, financial literacy (Moneymart), and credit repair.
ndscaping Plans:
e property contains very large old oak trees that will remain undisturbed and give the property a charmd feel of the past. The sod and irrigated landscape includes flowering shrubs and vegetation which aretive to our coastal climate. Carriage style street lamps, sitting areas, and a playground strategically
cated on the property create a family friendly feel to the development. The site’s attractive signage iscated at the entrance to the development and is visible to motorists and pedestrians in the area.
erior Apartment Amenities:
andard features include carpeting throughout the living and bedrooms, quality VCT flooring in the kitchen,ning area, entrance area, and bathrooms; six panel solid interior doors; solid wood cabinetry in the kitchend bathrooms; a pantry, a mounted fire extinguisher in the kitchen; mini blinds throughout; washer/dryerok-ups; and an energy efficient thirteen seer rated HVAC system. The kitchen includes an energy star
shwasher and frost free refrigerator with freezer, and an oven with stove-top range. There are lightediling fans, telephone jacks and cable connections in the living and bedrooms; and lighted walk-in closets.
you plan to submit additional market data (market study, etc.) that you want considered? No
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efly describe your site in each of the following categories:
EIGHBORHOOD CHARACTERISTICS
end and direction of real estate development and area economic health. Physical condition of buildings andprovements in the immediate vicinity. Concentration of affordable housing.
he trend and direction of real estate development continues to improve. The development is a part of the
ity’s NorthSide Community Plan, a revitalization plan that addresses housing, aesthetics, safety, amenitiesnd other community needs. Objective 3.0 of the plan refers to the replacement of the former Taylor Homesevelopment. A portion of this objective was reached upon the completion of the construction of The Robert. Taylor Senior Homes and The Pointe at Taylor Estates. The construction of Taylor West would completeis objective (see page 5-5 of the NorthSide Community Plan).
ompleted in the last three years and located less than a mile from the site are the luxury condominiumsannerman Station, Weldon Deco Condos, Modern Baking Company Lofts, The Mercantile, and Brooklynouse on the Promenade, adding 111 new units to the area. PPD (a contract research company withartners in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and other fields) recently completed their 400,000 squareot worldwide corporate headquarters overlooking the Cape Fear River and is within one mile of Taylor
West. The recently constructed 84,000 square foot multi-million dollar police headquarters is two blocksom the site.
urrently under construction within one mile from Taylor West is the Bank of America building, the multi-illion dollar Wilmington Convention Center, marina, and the full-service 157 room Hotel Indigo. Inovember 2008, the Wilmington City Council also approved $7 million for the phased redevelopment ofroperty near the Isabel Holmes Bridge which will add residential units, hotels, office and retail space in theowntown area. Cape Fear Community College, less than a mile from the site, recently received voterpproval of a $164 million bond referendum to build three new buildings dedicated to training in health,chnology, and general studies with the objective of bringing new jobs to Wilmington. The Gateway Projectless than two miles from Taylor West and was given approval by the Wilmington City Council in October
008. It is a mixed use high rise development which includes 260 condominium units, a restaurant, 40 boatips, and retail space for shops and food services.
he recently completed tax credit developments of The Pointe at Taylor Estates and Robert R. Taylorenior Homes added much needed quality affordable housing to the downtown area. The addition of Taylor
West supports the goal of creating affording housing in this growing downtown area.
he physical condition of the surrounding the site is continually improving along with the quality of theeighborhood.
URROUNDING LAND USES AND AMENITIES
nd use pattern is residential in character (single and multifamily housing). Extent that the location isolated. Effect of industrial, large-scale institutional or other incompatible uses, including but not limited to:astewater treatment facilities, high traffic corridors, junkyards, prisons, landfills, large swamps, distributioncilities, frequently used railroad tracks, power transmission lines and towers, factories or similar operations,urces of excessive noise, and sites with environmental concerns (such as odors or pollution). Amount andaracter of vacant, undeveloped land. Taylor West is located in the Northside Community area of downtownlmington and is in close proximity to residential neighborhoods, retail services and amenities. In addition to
e newly constructed luxury condominiums in the area, there is a mix of single and multi-family homes in themediate vicinity, including the recently opened tax credit properties Robert R. Taylor Senior Homes ande Pointe at Taylor Estates. There is a wide variety of services and amenities that are available to residentsTaylor West. There are eleven convenience stores or specialty food markets located within one mile, twol-service grocery stores within two miles, and four full-service grocery stores within four miles. There areveral quaint retail shops at Chandler’s Warf, The Cotton Exchange, and at many individual specialty shopsat are located throughout the downtown area. Shopping at Independence Mall, various strip malls and aal-Mart Supercenter are within one to four miles of the site and are easily accessible by the WAVE public
ansit bus service. Basic health care includes New Hanover Community Heath Center which is located withino blocks of the proposed site. Also located in the downtown area are two walk-in clinics. New Hanover
egional Hospital, physician offices and pharmacies are located within three miles or less from the site. Allcilities are accessible by public transit bus service. Taylor West is in the New Hanover County School
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strict and is served by seven public schools from elementary to high school, which includes one year-roundd three County Pre-K schools. All County school facilities, including the gymnasiums, athletic fields, andditoriums are available for public use. Additional educational facilities which are one mile or less include St.
ary’s Catholic School and Cape Fear Community College. The University of North Carolina-Wilmington isur miles away. There are several local child development day care centers within one mile of Taylor West.any of these centers are subsidized by DHHS and residents may be eligible to receive financial assistancepay for the cost of the child care. The Wilmington community offers several supportive services for itssidents. Among these services are the Boys and Girls Club, Community Arts Center, Department of Healthd Human Services (DHHS), The Employment Security Commission (ESC), Good Shepard Center, andlmington Treatment Center. Services offered by these providers include aid for the homeless, mentalalth services, drug and alcohol abuse treatment, recreational, educational, social, and employmentrvices. Other programs are the Wilmington Youth Center for Inspiration, Recreation and Education (WIRE)d Communities In Schools of Cape Fear (CISCF). WIRE offers various programs including tutoring withunty school course credit, crisis intervention, medical attention, anger management, sports, and artsograms. CISCF is dedicated to helping young people learn successfully, stay in school, and prepare for lifed offers a wide variety of programs. Transportation for NHC students is available to WIRE and CISCF via asignated bus stop. In addition, CISCF offers free passes so students can get home free of charge viablic transportation. Other services in the vicinity include churches and the U.S. Post Office. The mainanch of the New Hanover County Library is less than one mile away. The Library offers various freervices including Wi-Fi internet access, meeting rooms, computer and credit counseling classes, toddler
ory time, and tax preparation assistance. Northside Park is a five acre park within walking distance of thee and includes playgrounds, shelters, picnic areas, and basketball courts. Northside Park also has a poolth splash pad, a bathhouse, lifeguards, and is handicap accessible. Robert Strange Park is a fifteen acrerk located just over a mile from Taylor. Amenities include ball parks, basketball and tennis courts, pool,
creation center, playground, shelters, restrooms and more. Greenfield Park surrounds Greenfield Lake anda 250 acre park with full amenities, including an amphitheater, paddle boats, and walking trails. Legionadium has a community pool, tennis courts, picnic areas, and athletic fields. Both Greenfield Park andgion Stadium are just over two miles away. There are no large scale or industrial institutions or other
compatible uses in the area that adversely affect the development. The nearby railway has beenandoned and has no effect on Taylor West or the surrounding neighborhood. The traffic patterns in theea are that of a downtown environment with controlled speed limits and traffic lights. The development is inmostly residential section of downtown and is not a thoroughfare for trucks or commercial vehicles. Theree no sources of excessive noise, pollution or other environmental concerns in this area.
TE SUITABILITY
dequate traffic safety controls (i.e. stop lights, speed limits, turn lanes). Burden on public facilitiesarticularly roads). Access to mass transit (if applicable). Visibility of buildings and/or location of project sign
in relation to traffic corridors. Adequate traffic controls exist around the site to allow for steady traffic flowand around the site. All intersections directly surrounding the site are controlled by stop signs. The postedeed limit is 25 mph and speed humps exist on Nixon Street between 4th and 6th Streets. Traffic signalsist at the corner of 3rd Street and Davis Street and at Red Cross Street at 4th and 5th Streets. There are turn lanes into the development, however, traffic is such that those lanes are not necessary. The public
cilities, including roads and bridges, are not currently, nor are they expected to be, overburdened by thedition of this development. The site has exceptional access to traffic corridors leading into and out of thety of Wilmington, including the Isabel Holmes Bridge and Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway. One of the firstews upon entering the north side of the city will be this attractive community. With it’s appealing architectured urban design, it enhances the entrance to the City to both residents and tourists passing through theea. Prominent signage is displayed at the entrance to the community that is visible from various trafficrridors. Public transportation has routes throughout the City, including one stop directly across the street.e schedule runs every thirty minutes and costs the rider anywhere from $.50 to $1.00. A free trolley service
cles the downtown area enabling residents to easily access all the conveniences of downtown withoutving to walk long distances.
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egree of on-site negative features and physical barriers that will impede project construction or adverselyect future tenants; for example: power transmission lines and towers, flood hazards, steep slopes, largeulders, ravines, year-round streams, wetlands, and other similar features (for adaptive re-use projects-itability for residential use and difficulties posed by the building(s), such as limited parking, environmentaloblems or the need for excessive demolition).
o impediments or barriers currently exist on this property that negatively affect the residents. Sidewalksurrounding the site and throughout downtown are available for pedestrian activity. Ample parking isvailable, including handicapped on-site parking, on-street parking, and nearby parking garages providedy the city.
milarity of scale and aesthetics/architecture between project and surroundings.
he majority of the structures in the immediate vicinity are no more than three stories tall and do notdversely affect the development. Taylor West is similar in scale and architecture to the recently completedx credit development of The Pointe at Taylor Estates. The high rise PPD building seen in the distance
nhances the view from this site and does not add any negative features to the neighborhood.
r each applicable neighborhood feature, enter distance from project in miles.
Grocery Store Community/Senior Center
Mall/Strip Center Hospital
Outdoor Athletic
eldsPharmacy
Day Care/After
choolBasic Health Care
SchoolsPublic Transportation
Stop
Convenience Store Public Parks
Gas Station Library
her facilities or services:
owntown Wilmington is within walking distance of the site and features the Farmer’s Market held inverfront Park each Saturday morning from April through December. The market features local farmers,oducers, artists and crafters. Several museums and historical sites are also located in the downtown areacluding Bellamy Mansion, Cape Fear Museum, Cape Fear Serpentarium, Historic Hannah Block USO
uilding, Wilmington Children’s Museum, Wilmington Railroad Museum and Henrietta III Riverboat. Historicalian Hall, a regional center for performing arts, is also located less than a mile from Taylor West. Theverwalk extends along the length of the Cape Fear River and enables pedestrians to walk from one endthe downtown area to the other end, with stops along the way for various shops, restaurants, offices, andurists attractions.
esidents have a clear view of the magnificent fireworks displays put on by the City of Wilmington atrious times of the year, including July 4th, Riverfest, and the Azalea Festival. Parades are held throughwntown during the festivals and holiday times.
ublic safety is nearby with the new Police headquarters located within two blocks and the Fire Stationadquarters less than a mile from the site.
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anking, legal, and other professional services are located within the downtown area, along with thehamber of Commerce and other small businesses frequented by the citizens of Wilmington.
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e following enclosures must be submitted along with your signed preliminary application. Some enclosures are required only undetain conditions. Please check each applicable item to indicate that you understand the enclosure requirements and will enclose threct supporting documentation with your application.
Fee Payment Check in the amount of $5,450.00 made payable to North Carolina Housing Finance Agency.
Tab A - Preliminary Application Printed, signed copy of preliminary application generated from online system.
B - Map/Driving Instructions A local map clearly identifying the location of the Site and detailed directions to the Site. Current City or County maps are prefe
– internet maps and directions are not acceptable. Applicant must also provide a map identifying the amenities listed in section(A)(1)(b)(ii) of the QAP and their proximity to the site.
Applicant must provide a sign and boundary markers to clearly identify the road frontage of the site. The sign identifying the sitshould read “SITE” with a minimum size of 11x17.
C - Community Revitalization Plan
Applicant should provide a map identifying the subject site within the Plan area (if applicable).D - Evidence of Site Control Provide valid option/contract or warranty deed and plot plan.
E - Site Plans/Scope of Work Preliminary site plan, floor plans and elevations for all projects, interior and exterior photographs and detailed scope of work foAdaptive Reuse and Rehab projects. Site and floor plans should be no larger than 11x17 and must be produced by a licensedarchitect or engineer.
F - Information Package for Market Analysts This section must include copies of items required in Tabs A, B, E and G (site and floor plans should be no larger than 11x17) can include any additional market information such as preliminary market studies the applicant would like to provide to theAnalysts.
G - Rent Roll (Rehabs only)
Provide the current rent roll for the property and indicate which units (if any) are receiving rental assistance.H - Documentation for Basis Boost Applicant should provide an appraisal and/or standard geological survey to support a request for the basis boost (if applicable)