Blind and Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh

BVRS outgrew its previous space and renovated an 87,000 sq. ft. five-story building to suit the needs of the growing organization.

Investment

  • NMTC Amount: $11,045,000
  • Total Project Cost: $14,093,173

IMPACT

  • 11 FTE jobs
  • 65 construction jobs
  • Average wage of $22.62/hour for FTE jobs. 900 individuals served per year (expected to double in 5 years)
  • 87,000 sq. ft. of real estate

Investor

Project Description

BVRS outgrew its previous space and renovated an 87,000 sq. ft. five-story building to suit the needs of the growing organization. The building, located in Pittsburgh, houses BVRS’ headquarters and manufacturing facilities. The project allowed for expansion of and provided more convenient access to the Sponsor’s rehabilitation, vocational, and residential services for visually impaired persons.

MAP

Address: 1816 Locust Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Census Tract: 42003010300

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