Announcements
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SECTION 8 (HUD) Waiting list is currently Closed!
- Shyville Senior Apartments Waiting list is currently open! (55 or older to apply) Applications in office.
LEED FOR HOMES LIVING
SILVER RATING
Site Plan Community Building
What is LEED for homes?
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, is an internationally recognized green building certification system developed by the USGBC, which provides third-party verification that a building or community was designed and built using strategies aimed at improving performances across all the metrics that matter most;
Energy Saving
Water Efficiency
CO2 Emissions Reduction
Improved indoor Environmental quality
Stewardship of resources
Sensitivity to their Impact
LEED for Homes Rating
Platinum = Best
Gold = Outstanding
Silver = Gold
Certified = Good
Location
Located close to the community resources with a city bus stop provided for residents.
Energy Efficiency
Energy - Star appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers. Energy - saving light devices, fixtures and bulbs in all units and the community building saving both energy and utility costs.
Durability
Masonry brick and solid core insulated siding are being used to promote durability and reduce utility and maintenance costs.
Density
5.2 units per care to provide for an open space environment with adjacent 10 acre green space with a walking path, fire pit, gazebo, and wildlife refuge promoting good health and relaxation.
Water Conservation
Shyville Senior Living uses high efficiency fixtures and fittings on faucets, showers and toilets to conserve water. In addition, the development provides a rainwater harvesting system and garden area for resident use.
Building Material
Building materials used are from local or regional sources. The materials are environmentally friendly, consisting of low VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC's) finishes (eliminating the "new paint" and "new carpet" smells), green label carpets and pads, from formaldehyde-free composite woods.
LEED for Homes Simplified Project Checklist
