New Use Approved For Former Nursing Home Facility In Greenwich

GREENWICH, CT — The former RegalCare nursing home facility on 4.24 acres at 1188 King St. is set to be converted into a multi-family rental residential development following approval from the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission.

Commissioners voted unanimously to allow Laurelton Residences LLC to renovate and convert the former 75-bed nursing home into a 17-unit development with a total of 26 bedrooms - nine two-bedroom units, and eight one-bedroom units.

RegalCare closed in 2021 after sustaining damage from the remnants of Hurricane Ida. During the storm, 46 people had to be evacuated due to flooding.

There were previous plans to turn the nursing home into an assisted living facility, but the proposal was ultimately abandoned in favor of a multi-family development.

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The proposed adaptive reuse of the building meets the criteria outlined in state statutes in that the nursing home facility is a freestanding building, it's a non-conforming use, the conversion will utilize the existing building footprint and the conversion will not result in the demolition of the building.

Project architect, Emmanuel D'Amore, told the Planning & Zoning Commission on June 3 the building will receive an all-electric mechanical system.

"With abundant natural light and open spaces, the project will significantly enhance the quality of life for future tenants, aligning with the building's revitalization goals and the community's needs for sustainable housing," submitted project documents note. "The project is expected to command a rental premium due to its sustainable features, including the improved indoor air quality, energy-efficient amenities, and overall reduction in living costs. Tenants will benefit from a comfortable, healthy, and environmentally conscious living space while helping to conserve resources and reduce their carbon footprint."

Traffic consultant BETA Group, Inc. noted that, "The proposed 17 units residential building is considered a small development and the vehicle trips generated by this development are considered [a] small number and will have minimal impact on adjacent roadways."