New Adult Care Facility
Location
Haverhill, MA
Size
9,194 SF
Developer Atlantis Investments, known to transform vacant lots and abandoned buildings in inner-city Haverhill, MA, teamed up with RWH Architect to replace a vacant White Street commercial building with a new ground up care facility for those with developmental disabilities.
The neighboring vacant lot was added to the new building site to make room for the new 20-unit Adult Care facility.
Due to special zoning waivers, the lot requires no setbacks, but there is a five feet clearance around the building for emergency exits and exterior maintenance.
Despite the limited lot size, RWH was able to include a parking area for staff.
The 3-story wood-framed building is designed to complement the character of the neighborhood. A full administration space is located on the 1st floor.
Each studio unit will house a bathroom, kitchenette, and storage space.
A shared laundry room is provided on each floor and an administrative office space with an attached bathroom is located on the first floor.
The new building will be occupied by clients of Cambridge-based Vinfen.
“This building . . . brings us one step closer to the revitalization of White Street,” Atlantis Investments stated.
An early 2025 completion date is planned.