The site at Matthews Memorial Terrace is a vital housing development opportunity and an important part of the New Communities Initiative's goal of providing high quality housing options for District residents. The site is set to be the location of 99 housing units for Ward 8 residents comprised of 32 senior units, 32 family units and the 35 replacement units for Barry Farm residents. The community will benefit from close proximity to a variety of supportive services from a facility that Matthews Memorial Baptist Church is constructing next door. In addition, the project is expected to feature underground parking, a community room and a small garden. The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development is contributing $6.12 million in District subsidy.


Development Partners
The Community Builders, Inc. and Matthews Memorial Church

Next Steps
• The District aims to break ground in Summer 2010
• Construction is expected to be completed by early 2012

Development Program
• Residential: 99 units (35 replacement units for Barry Farm)
• Proposed Development (GSF): 96,032 sq ft
• Residential: 59,992 sq ft
• Community Center: 3,200 sq ft
• Development Cost: $21.7 million

Community Benefits and Civic Investments
• Much-needed housing units and replacement at affordable and market rate price ranges
• Close proximity to the planned Barry Farm Recreation Center
• Improved connections between the Anacostia River and Historic Anacostia, Barry Farm, Sheridan Station and other surrounding communities