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  • TCLB Celebrates the Removal of Red X Placards from Four Stabilized Properties

    Published On: March 18, 2025

    On Tuesday, March 18, TCLB celebrated the removal of Red X placards from four stabilized properties—3229 and 3230 6th Ave, as well as 3209 and 3211 7th Ave—marking a major step forward in their stabilization and future redevelopment.

  • Exciting Progress in Troy’s Revitalization!

    Published On: January 3, 2025

    The Troy Community Land Bank (TCLB) continues to make tremendous strides in revitalizing vacant properties throughout our city! A month ago, TCLB completed a critical roofing project at 17 Park Avenue, a key step in stabilizing the building. For years, this property had been marked with a red “X,” indicating it was unsafe for firefighters to enter. With the new roof now in place, we’ve proudly removed the “X,” signaling that this building—and others like it—are on the path to safety and stability!

In the News

  • ‘Block by block’ – Four ‘Red X’ Signs Removed After Building Rehab in Troy

    Published On: March 24, 2025

    TROY, N.Y. — The Troy Fire Department took down four more “Red X” signs on several buildings in the city this week.

  • Troy revives vacant buildings with community efforts as ‘Red X’ signs come down

    Published On: March 21, 2025

    Some progress being made to restore vacant buildings in the city of Troy thanks to the Troy Community Land Bank, Mayor Carmella Mantello and the Troy Firefighters.

  • Troy Officials Remove Red X Placards From Stabilized Buildings

    Published On: March 18, 2025

    The Troy Community Land Bank removed red X placards from four stabilized buildings Tuesday morning. According to city officials, the four properties, once deemed unsafe for entry, were rehabilitated and now are safe.

  • Troy Community Land Bank Celebrates Removal of Red X Marks From Stabilized Properties

    Published On: March 18, 2025

    Officials are celebrating the removal of Red X placards from four stabilized properties in Troy. The Red X’s came down Tuesday, signifying that the severely neglected buildings have been reinforced and laying the groundwork for future homeownership and responsible redevelopment.

  • Troy Removes Four Red ‘X’ Signs From Now-stabilized Buildings

    Published On: March 18, 2025

    Troy is removing the red “X” markings from four stabilized properties throughout the city. The buildings are at 3229 & 3230 6th Ave. and 3209 & 3211 7th Avenue.

  • Troy Making Progress in Revitalizing Vacant Properties

    Published On: January 19, 2025

    The Troy Community Land Bank (TCLB) announced the completion of multiple roofing projects throughout Troy. The revitalization efforts are part of the non-profit organization’s goal to renovate vacant properties into valuable assets for the city.

  • Troy Community Land Bank Completes Roofing Projects at Three Locations

    Published On: January 7, 2025

    TROY, N.Y. — The Troy Community Land Bank (TCLB) announced the completion of new roofing projects at 17 Park Avenue, 32 Glen Avenue and 785 River Street.

  • Troy land bank reviews plans for properties

    Published On: March 28, 2018

    TROY, N.Y. >> Members of the Troy Community Land Bank held its annual Board of Directors meeting Tuesday night in City Hall to discuss the corporation’s past year and to look ahead at things happening in 2018.

  • Land Bank has new vision for North Central Troy

    Published On: March 27, 2018

    TROY – The Troy Community Land Bank plans to rehabilitate properties along the River Street corridor and collaborate with Capital District Transportation Authority’s bus rapid transit program to make improvements in the North Central neighborhood.

  • Land bank builds toward better Troy

    Published On: November 23, 2017

    TROY >> Fighting blight is an unheralded struggle for the Troy Community Land Bank, a constant effort to keep buildings from deteriorating, knocking down structures when they can’t be salvaged and enticing investors into North Central, the city’s poorest neighborhood.