Essence Development Information

Essence Development is a social impact development company that aims to build sustainable, energy-efficient affordable and workforce housing and mixed-use developments in urban areas that include health and nutritional solutions, not-for-profit partners and services, and workforce development opportunities. A 100% minority-owned firm, Essence Development was founded in 2020 on the idea that providing top-quality housing, while offering social, economical, and healthy living opportunities is fundamental to creating real change. Our purpose is to cultivate a community based on shared values and needs, offering residents all the resources available for a prosperous living experience. Essence Development was recently named the NYCHA PACT Development Partner for the renovation of the Fulton/Elliott-Chelsea Houses in Manhattan. For more information on Essence Development, visit EssenceDev.com.