Commercial Construction
Homesteads for Hope — Forever Homestead
Rochester, NY (Westside)
Overview
Project Overview
Loyal Nine played a pivotal role in transforming the Forever Homestead Community Center for Homesteads for Hope. The 6,500 SF renovation combined residential warmth with commercial standards and ADA compliance in just eight months.
Scope of Work
Demolition, site work, masonry, rough carpentry, CMU foundation systems, waterproofing, rear two-story addition, sunroom, new porch framing, MEP integration, and complete interior finishing.
Services Performed
- 6,500 SF full renovation and addition
- Rear two-story addition and sunroom
- CMU foundation and waterproofing
- Residential-to-commercial code compliance integration
- ADA compliance and fire safety systems
- Complete MEP systems and project management
Challenges
Integrating historic building charm with modern commercial requirements on a nonprofit budget demanded creative problem-solving.
Outcomes
Completed in 8 months at 40% cost savings vs. competing bids — now a welcoming space for over 600 families in the Westside community.
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Project Details
Location
Rochester, NY (Westside)
Project Value
$1,250,000
Completed
2023
Category
Commercial Construction
Services
Commercial ConstructionHistoric Restoration