The Holyoke Housing Authority (HHA) is proud to serve as the developer of the South Holyoke Homes, an affordable rental and homeownership project in South Holyoke.

The idea to build housing on the vacant parcels of land around Carlos Vega Park has been around for decades; it was identified in the 2008 South Holyoke Revitalization Strategy and directly incorporated in the 2012 Urban Renewal Plan (link to plan documents). The objectives of the project include redeveloping vacant property, adding more density, improving housing options, improving housing stock, and increasing home ownership opportunities. The Holyoke Redevelopment Authority, whose mission is to implement the Urban Renewal Plan, has advanced the goals identified in the Urban Renewal Plan through site acquisition and selected the HHA as the developer.

Since then, the HHA has been advancing work on three fronts: community outreach and engagement, design and programming, and identifying and applying for potential funding sources. Community engagement is a critical component to ensure the success of this project. We are committed to keeping the community informed of our plans, and incorporating input regarding density, design, and programming. This website aims to be a tool in facilitating community engagement and spreading the word about our plans.