NYCHA is Set to Storm Harden Astoria Houses

The New York City Housing Authority on Sept. 9 broke ground on a federally funded project at the Astoria Houses designed to prevent damage like that caused by Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. 

“This $88 million construction project will make the Astoria Houses buildings that were affected by Hurricane Sandy more resilient to future storms and help repair damage that’s been left,” Councilman Costa Constantinides (D-Astoria) said in a statement issued by NYCHA. “The new generators, electrical systems, security cameras, roof replacements, and flood prevention measures will ensure that residents of these buildings will be able to withstand another major weather event,” he added.

More than 3,100 residents call the Astoria Houses home. State Sen. Mike Gianaris (D-Astoria) said residents there and throughout Astoria still are suffering some of the after effects of Sandy. 

“It is important that we rebuild and upgrade to be prepared for the challenges that lie ahead. These installments will benefit our neighborhood and keep residents feeling safe and protected,” he said.