Relocation Information

Yes. In order to safely renovate each apartment, all households will temporarily move to a vacant unit a Linden Plaza that has been lightly renovated.

All apartments will undergo the same, comprehensive renovation. We will approach renovations building by building. HOU will reach out to residents well before their move date to prepare. Residents will also receive notification 60-days and 30-days before their move.

All residents will receive notice at least 60 days in advance of when their unit will be under renovations based upon the construction schedule. Residents will also receive a 30-day notice that will include their move date as well as temporary unit address. These notices will provide information on how residents can best prepare for their upcoming move.

Housing Opportunities Unlimited (HOU) has been brought on to provide temporary relocation services. HOU has successfully relocated 60,000+ households and has 40+ years of experience. HOU will first conduct an assessment with each household to understand their relocation needs and will then work with residents every step of the way throughout the move process. HOU’s mission is to ensure that residents affected by redevelopment of their community are treated fairly, in accordance with regulatory requirements, and experience minimal physical and emotional stress during this process. 

HOU maintains an onsite office in the Building 1 community room with office hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; HOU staff will be available additional hours by appointment. 

You can reach the relocation team at 347-384-6043 or lindenplaza@housingopportunities.com or by coming to our onsite office.

HOU will coordinate your move with a professional and licensed moving company that will move your belongings and assist with your move. HOU will also distribute packing supplies (i.e., boxes, tape, and wrapping paper) at least 30 days before you are scheduled to relocate from your unit. The movers will move all necessary furniture and belongings with you to your temporary unit and back to your renovated unit. Packing and unpacking assistance will be available to residents who need such assistance. 

IMPORTANT: Every resident is responsible for packing and bringing personal valuables (cash, medications, important documents, etc.) with them. It is the resident’s responsibility to put all valuables in a safe place.

Yes, all of your belongings must be removed from your original unit and brought with you to your temporary unit. There will be storage available for residents that are temporarily moving into a unit that cannot hold all of their existing belongings.

No. The project will pay for all reasonable moving costs and will reimburse reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred in connection with the temporary relocation. You will be provided with packing materials (boxes, tape, wrapping paper).

Yes, you need to continue paying rent and comply with your lease as well as additional rules. You will be asked to sign an agreement called a “Temporary Transfer Agreement” to this effect. This Temporary Transfer Agreement will also guarantee that you can return to your original renovated unit. HOU staff will review this agreement with you well in advance of your move.

Prior to your relocation, you will need to transfer your cable, Internet and/or phone service to your temporary unit. Please let HOU staff know if you need assistance with the utility transfer process. You will be reimbursed for any fee associated with the transfer of your cable, Internet and/or phone service. Just be sure to bring a copy of the first bill you receive after the transfer, so HOU can process your reimbursement. Please let HOU know if there is an outstanding balance for any utility.

HOU can assist you with transferring your services to your temporary apartment during your stay and with transferring them back to your renovated apartment.

There will be scheduled bulk trash pick up days during which you will have an opportunity to discard any unwanted items prior to your move. Contact HOU to schedule a time for your large furniture items to be taken to be removed from your apartment. HOU will complete a “Trash Disposal Form” with you detailing those items that you authorize to be thrown away. HOU will also send notices to residents with more information about dates and process.

HOU onsite staff will be in contact with you and provide you with advance notice of when your renovated unit is ready for you to move back.

 If you have any questions about your relocation process, you may contact the HOU Relocation Team at 347-384-6043 or lindenplaza@housingopportunities.com

Yes, all residents will have the right to return to their original apartment. This right will be protected in the Temporary Transfer Agreement, which you will sign as part of the temporary move.

If you believe something you own has been damaged during your temporary move, you will have the right to make an insurance claim. Please reach out to HOU to discuss any concerns.

Yes. On a limited basis, residents may be able to move once to a fully renovated apartment. Priority will go to those with a medical need.

Yes, you will need to coordinate mail forwarding or a change of address ahead of your temporary move. Alternatively, residents can choose to pick up their mail at the post office during construction. HOU can help each household make the decision that best suits their needs.

Linden Plaza has dedicated security officers on site 24-hours a day. Part of the renovation project includes the installation of site-wide closed-circuit cameras and access controls.

HPD approved a (BBRI) Budget Based Rent Increase for Linden Plaza that went into effect on 7/1/2025. Residents were sent a Rent Concession Agreement (RCA) as part of their 2025 leasing/compliance package. The RCA ensures existing residents continue paying the Schedule A Mitchell-Lama rent (the rent rates prior to the BBRI) during construction.