Excelsior Apartments - People Inc.

130 Central Avenue Buffalo, NY 14206 www.people-inc.org
Main Phone
716-880-3890

Fax
716-817-2551

Primary Services
Low Income/Subsidized Private Rental Housing

Description
Low-income/subsidized housing with priority given to the visually and/or physically disabled. Building has 24 units. Amenities include emergency pull cords; security system; assistance by service coordinator; full size refrigerator and range; community room; central air conditioning; 24 hour emergency maintenance service; laundry facilities; and storage facilities. Trash removal and water included.

Hours
Information Line: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm.

Eligibility
Head of household must be 18 years of age or older, have a disability, and be income eligible, not exceeding very low income guideline at initial occupancy (50% for Erie County and meeting the minimum income limits).

Must meet minimum and maximum income guidelines. The maximum income limits are currently based on the median income for Erie and Niagara Counties as established by HUD and are subject to change.

(Tax credit sites have a minimum income unless the applicant has a voucher.)

Preference/priority is given to applicants with a visual impairment, as well as to applicants who are homeless.

Service Area: Erie & Niagara Counties.

Intake Process
Application available upon request or from website. 1 year wait list.

Program Fees
Tenants pay 30% of income towards rent. HUD provides a utility allowance to help tenants pay heat and electric.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Accessibility
Automatic door openers, elevators, and lever handles present. Some units have roll-in showers.

Date of Official Change
Jan 19, 2021

Contacts
General Contact Email (Primary)
housing@people-inc.org