[3] The complex, the largest NYCHA development in Manhattan, occupies 27.64 acres (111,900 m2) (equivalent to fifteen blocks), of which buildings cover 13.4%, a percentage similar to that of most "tower in the park" project designs.

[11] After Hurricane Sandy, NYCHA received $355 million from the city to repair properties damaged by the storm in 2017.

The Baruch Houses improvements include new roofs, flood proofing, installation of full back-up power generators, new heat and hot water service, restoration of the playgrounds.

[12][13] Architects Nelligan White designed elevated central heating plant and outbuildings for backup generation system as part of this plan.

Samuel Manguel is the Resident Association President for Baruch Houses Addition.