Building Your Dreams
Since 1978: Building More Than Housing
The Housing Development Corporation of Bergen County is the nonprofit development arm of the Housing Authority of Bergen County, dedicated to creating and preserving affordable housing since 1978. Our team collaborates with municipalities and private development partners to deliver housing that meets community needs, compliments neighborhoods, and ensures long-term affordability. With a growing portfolio of impactful developments across Bergen County, the HDC of Bergen County brings creative solutions and a deep commitment to sustainable, inclusive housing.
What We Do
About Us
Over the past four decades, the HDC has developed more than 470 units of affordable housing—ranging from:
• Multi-family rental communities
• Senior and Veteran housing
• Special needs residences with supportive services
• Housing for individuals with disabilities
Today, all of our units are proudly owned by The Housing Development Corporation of Bergen County and professionally maintained by the Housing Authority of Bergen County, preserving affordability, quality, and community stability for generations to come.
Our Porfolio
People. Places and Possibilities.
Our Mission
“Committed to Creating and Preserving Affordable Housing.”
We proudly share a unified mission with the Housing Authority of Bergen County. Whether developing new homes or revitalizing existing communities, we remain focused on delivering housing solutions that provide stability, dignity, and opportunity.
See how our work is making a measurable difference across Bergen County.
About Our Team
Dedicated to Dignity, Stability, and Opportunity.
Lynn Bartlett
Executive Director
Al Restaino
President of HDC Board of Trustees
Diane Scriveri
Vice President of HDC Board of Trustees
Michael Apicella
Treasurer of HDC Board of Trustees
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Frequently Asked Questions
At this time, HDC is not accepting direct applications for housing. Our properties are either fully occupied or managed through third-party application processes, including the Housing Authority of Bergen County (HABC). We encourage interested residents to check back periodically for updates or reach out to HABC for current availability and eligibility requirements.
HDC provides affordable housing for:
Low-income seniors
Veterans
Individuals with disabilities or special needs
Low-income and Working families
Each property may have specific income limits, age restrictions, or eligibility criteria based on funding sources such as HUD or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Eligibility is determined during the application and screening process.
HDC properties are made possible through a combination of funding sources, including:
HUD Multi-Family programs
Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
HOME Investment Partnerships
Municipal support and land donations
- The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs
- The New Jersey Housing Mortgage Finance Agency
This layered financing approach allows HDC to keep housing affordable and sustainable for the long term.
We regularly collaborate with local governments, nonprofits, and financial institutions to bring affordable housing to communities throughout Bergen County. To start a conversation about partnership or development opportunities, please contact our team directly.