EventideGBJamestown (CSi) A groundbreaking ceremony was held Friday morning for the new Eventide, Jamestown Assisted-living Center.

Meanwhile, groundwork was already underway on the planned 43-unit assisted-living project. The building will stand two stories tall and includes underground parking.

Individual units within the assisted-living facility will have full kitchens and washer and dryer units. There is also community space featuring restaurant-style dining, a fitness center and recreational areas.

EventideGB2The new building is expected to be completed in fall 2016 and will employ between 10 and 15 people when operational.

A zoning change necessary for the project to proceed was initially approved in 2013. Changes to the project required the zoning be reconsidered earlier this summer.

The updated zoning plan was approved in July after Eventide officials met with local residents and the amount of green space between the planned building and the residential areas was increased.

Future plans include connecting the assisted-living facility to the skilled-nursing facility and a phased reconstruction of the entire Eventide Jamestown facility.