SMART GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE GREEN FEATURES

Energy & Atmosphere

· Designed to optimize natural light to lower electricity usage
· Shielded site lighting to reduce light pollution
· Individual control over temperature and indoor environment
· Elevators selected to use 70% less energy
· Eco-friendly ventilation
· Energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs used in common area
· Energy efficient appliances from GE in each apartment

Water Efficiency

· Water saving plumbing fixtures throughout
· Landscaped with native and low-water plants

Materials and Resources

· Locally sourced materials used in construction
· Original brick and heavy timber construction materials utilized
· Beautiful, durable natural brick and wood used and recycled
· Long-lasting, extended-life exterior siding and decking materials
· Untouched rain-runoff from roof to Salmon Brook, Connecticut River and eventually Long Island Sound

Indoor Environment Quality

· Indoor air quality is monitored and verified
· Outside air is delivered indoors to ensure a healthy environment

Transit

· Safe, convenient bicycle storage on the premises
· Within walking distance to schools, playgrounds, recreation and shops
· Choice tandem parking spaces for reduced parking lot size

Site Selection

· Recycled an existing developed site
· Site was cleaned and cleared of all prior pollutants and hazardous materials