GENESEO, N.Y., Jan. 15, 2025 – Livingston County is pleased to announce the successful replacement of three area mobile homes funded by the New York State Office of Community Renewal Mobile and Manufactured Home Replacement Program.
In November 2022, Livingston County was awarded $550,000 in NYS Community Development Block Grant Housing funding from the NYS Office of Community Renewal to remove and replace three mobile homes in the county. This program enabled the county, in partnership with the Livingston County Land Bank, to serve property owners in rural areas who often do not benefit from federal or state public infrastructure programs.
“This grant was a great opportunity to serve our rural residents,” said Livingston County Board of Supervisors Chair David LeFeber. “Ensuring affordability and quality of housing is a critical part of Livingston County’s infrastructure.”
Completed in November of 2024, the replaced mobile homes provided three local families with new homes, as well as septic systems. The new units all feature Energy Star certifications with high rating insulation; 95% or higher energy efficient furnaces; balanced electrical systems with high efficiency LED lighting; windows and doors rated for improved heat retention and prevention of air infiltration; reduced flow rate plumbing fixtures designed to conserve water; and improved siding and roofing materials.
Ruth Concepcion and Sean Daley of Conesus were among those selected to participate in the program through a lottery process. Both were amazed to see the savings produced by their new energy efficient home.
Concepcion stated, “I was so excited to see the first electric bill come in. It is almost half of what it used to be.”
The new homes’ use of energy smart building materials and appliances will save the homeowners 30% or more on energy costs, while lowering their overall carbon footprint.
Reflecting on the experience of participating in the program, Concepcion said, “When this program became available, I was in tears. I was so excited at the thought of a new home that wouldn’t require constant work or unthawing frozen pipes all winter. I strongly encourage eligible applicants to apply to be part of this program when the county does it again. It was a blessing.”
A key factor in the success of this project was the collaborative effort with the Livingston County Land Bank, which played an essential role in administering the initiative.
“We are proud to have delivered the three new homes to families in Conesus, Nunda, and Springwater,” said Livingston County Land Bank Board Chair Dan Pangrazio. “These homes offer families not only a beautiful new residence but also a fresh opportunity for stability. The partnership between the county, the Land Bank, and Cattaraugus Community Action was integral to the project’s success. The Land Bank continues to be an effective tool for addressing housing needs directly in Livingston County.”
For more, visit the Livingston County Land Bank website or call 585-243-7550.
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About Livingston County:
Founded in 1821, Livingston County, N.Y., is home to more than 61,000 residents in 17 towns located across 631 square miles of the Finger Lakes region.