Franklin County Land Bank

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

🏡 92 Wawbeek Ave., Tupper Lake — Look at the Progress!

Have you seen the improvements at our home on Wawbeek Avenue in Tupper Lake? We are so excited to see this property coming together!

🌱 The grass is growing, the new sidewalk has been poured, and we are down to just a few punch-list items before this home will be ready for a new family.

It’s amazing to see the transformation taking place, and we can’t wait to see this house become a home again. We are so excited about its progress and what’s next for 92 Wawbeek Ave.! ❤️🏡

08/03/2026

📢 Exciting News! Application Deadline Extended!

The Franklin County Land Bank is pleased to announce that we have extended the application deadline for our Owner-Occupied Repair Grant Program by one week.

🗓 New Application Deadline: Friday, August 14

This extension provides homeowners with additional time to complete and submit their applications for funding to help address critical home repairs.

If you have been considering applying but haven't had the opportunity to finish your application, now is the perfect time. We encourage all eligible homeowners to take advantage of this additional week.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.franklincountylandbankny.org or contact the Franklin County Land Bank office.

We look forward to helping improve the safety and quality of homes throughout Franklin County!

08/03/2026

Want to see what the Franklin County Land Bank has been up to?

From transforming vacant properties into affordable homes to launching new homeowner assistance programs, there's a lot happening across Franklin County. Read our latest newsletter to learn about recent project updates, community partnerships, upcoming opportunities, and how we're building stronger communities—one property at a time.

07/25/2026

We are so excited to announce that 44 Academy Malone is the Land Bank’s newest home! 🏡

This property will be fully renovated and then sold, creating a beautiful new home while expanding workforce housing opportunities in our community.

Every renovation helps strengthen our neighborhoods, revitalize vacant properties, and provide quality, affordable housing for the people who live and work here. Stay tuned as we share the transformation of this exciting project!

07/17/2026

✨ What's New at 92 Wawbeek Avenue in Tupper Lake? ✨

Another exciting milestone! The brand-new appliances have arrived and been installed, thanks to the outstanding team at Wilson's Appliance Centers. T

Every update brings us one step closer to bringing this property to productive use and creating another quality home in our community.

Stay tuned—more progress is coming soon!

07/15/2026

🎉 We are excited to announce the launch of our Owner-Occupied Repair Program!

This program is designed to help eligible homeowners with household incomes at or below 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) complete critical home repairs that might otherwise be financially out of reach.

Safe and stable housing is essential to strong families and vibrant communities. Through this program, we are committed to helping homeowners preserve their homes, improve safety, and protect their investment for years to come.

If you think you may qualify, we encourage you to apply today and take the first step toward making the critical repairs your home needs.

07/13/2026

Things are really coming together at 13 Williamson Street in Malone!

With each step forward, it's easy to imagine the laughter of children playing in the yard and a family making lasting memories in this home. What was once a vacant property is being transformed into a safe, comfortable place for a new beginning.

We can't wait to see this renovation completed and this house become a home for a local family.

05/06/2026

See the attached link for our April Newsletter.

05/05/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: April 29, 2026
Franklin County Land Bank Awarded $1.7 Million in Capital Funding
Franklin County, NY — The Franklin County Land Bank is pleased to announce it has been awarded $1.7 million in Land Bank Initiative funding from New York State Homes and Community Renewal.
This significant investment will support the Land Bank’s ongoing efforts to address vacant, abandoned, and blighted properties throughout Franklin County. Funding will be used to acquire, stabilize, rehabilitate, and, where necessary, demolish properties in order to return them to productive use and increase the availability of safe, affordable housing. A portion of this project will be used to help homeowners earning less than 120% of AMI with critical home repairs.
“This funding represents a major step forward in our mission to strengthen communities across Franklin County,” said Shiela Conners, Executive Director. “With this support, we can expand our impact, improve neighborhood conditions, and create new opportunities for homeownership and workforce housing.”
Land Bank Initiative funding has been made available to assist land banks in revitalizing communities, reducing blight, and supporting local housing strategies. Through this award, the Franklin County Land Bank will be able to accelerate project timelines and deepen partnerships with municipalities across the region. The Franklin County Land Bank has been awarded over $3 million in total to support housing activities throughout the county.
The Lank Bank Initiative has provided more than $160 million to land banks across the state, which has resulted in nearly 300 homes being created or preserved, as well as almost 200 blighted structures being demolished.
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas said, “Land Banks are a critical part of Governor Hochul’s five-year Housing Plan that is closing in on creating and preserving 100,000 affordable homes in every corner of New York. Thank you to the Franklin County Land Bank for our being our vital partner in the hard but necessary work that allows individuals and families to stay and thrive in their own communities. We can’t wait to see what this infusion of $1.7 million will do to revitalize towns and villages across Franklin County. “Projects supported by this funding are expected to begin in spring 2026, with a focus on properties that present the greatest opportunity for community impact.
For more information about the Franklin County Land Bank and its programs, please contact:

Shiela Conners Executive Director
Franklin County Land Bank 518-481-0556
[email protected]