It’s been more than a year since The Pryde opened its doors in Boston’s Hyde Park neighborhood. And in that time, the former school building has become more than just an affordable housing option for older LGBTQ+ adults.

It’s become “the heart of Hyde Park," Boston City Councilmember Enrique J. Pepén, who represents the neighborhood at City Hall, said.

“And the fact that used to be a school? And we took the opportunity to make that into affordable housing for our residents? That’s what we need to be doing across the city , " Pepén continued.

Bostonians could soon see more projects like The Pryde popping up across the city under a new ordinance that prioritizes converting surplus city property into affordable housing.

Flanked by advocates, Pepén, and other members of the City Council,

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