Artspace Update -- Last Chance for First Consideration Status

The application process for the Artspace live/work lofts is in full swing -- in fact, deadline for "first consideration" status is 5 PM today. If you're an artist interested in income-based renting in beautiful, open loft apartments with like-minded people, fill out your application at the Belmont Shelter Corp. at 1195 Main Street, and file it with their receptionist. More information available at their website, or call Bryan at 884.2358, ext. 326. So far, roughly 100 applications have been received for the 60 apartments. Applications received after today will wait for the lottery participants to be placed, and, assuming there are still vacancies, will be contacted then.
Want to take a look first? The last open house will be taking place tomorrow, from 2-5 PM. Applications will still be accepted on an ongoing basis. In addition, the project is still seeking business partnerships as well.
Please see our past Call for Applications post for more detail, and look for a video walkthrough of the project, narrated by Eva Hassett, Executive Vice President of the Savarino Companies very soon.
First Consideration Application Deadline: Friday, May 11, 5 PM Belmont Shelter Corp. 1195 Main, 14209
Saturday, May 12, 2-5 PM Free Viewing Artspace Buffalo 1219 Main, 14209, 884.2358, ext. 326

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