Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser, District officials, and community members convened in the historic Barry Farm-Hillsdale neighborhood to commemorate a noteworthy advancement in local restoration. The Asberry’s ceremonial ribbon cutting marks the completion of 108 senior living units that are all-affordable, a crucial addition as part of the District’s New Communities Initiative. The team also started construction on The Edmonson after this event, which will bring 139 contemporary multifamily units to the neighborhood.
In Washington, D.C., where gentrification and growing living expenses have been persistent problems, the ceremony, which took place at 1200 Sumner Road SE, signaled a renewed emphasis on affordable housing. The Edmonson is meant to be a stepping-stone for families wishing to establish themselves in the neighborhood, while The Asberry is meant to enhance community ties among people 55 and older, according to a statement from the mayor’s office.
Under Mayor Anthony Williams’ leadership, the New Communities Initiative was established to drive these advancements. It aims to create vibrant, mixed-income communities out of very underprivileged homes. To mark the milestone, Mayor Bowser was joined by Councilmember Anita Bonds and other important individuals, including Keith Pettigrew, Executive Director of DCHA, and Nina Albert, Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development.
In keeping with their pledge to take a cooperative approach to development, the Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) and the DC Housing Authority (DCHA) are collaborating to protect Barry Farm’s historic history while promoting an inclusive future. During the ceremony, POAH’s Vice President of Real Estate Development, Maia Shanklin-Roberts, emphasized the value of community, while Shawntay Vines, a previous resident of Barry Farm, contributed a personal perspective that demonstrated the initiative’s immediate effects. The DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music, and Entertainment provided the event’s live feed, which was available on the Mayor’s official website and social media accounts.
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