Strata Condominium
Background Information
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Target: LEED certified, 186 energy efficient suites in a 21 story apartment condominium
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Location: 551 Maple Avenue
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Construction phase
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Link to website
Relevant Reports
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Official Plan Amendment – The Molinaro Group – 551-569 Maple Avenue, PL-56/08
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The Molinaro Group – 551 & 569 Maple Avenue: Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment- Section 37 Community Benefits, PL-64/08
Proposed Features
Energy Conservation
- Geothermal ground source heating
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Green roof
- Energy efficient features to reduce energy consumption 30-40% such as heat recovery ventilation to recycle heat through the bathroom exhaust system; individual hydro meters; programmable thermostats; installation of energy efficient windows, lighting and appliances
Water Conservation
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Water efficient features to reduce water consumption by 40% such as dual flush toilets, low flow faucets, ultra low flow showerheads and front load washers; drought tolerant species for exterior landscaping
Other
- 3000 square foot bicycle room – one space/resident at grade
- Improved indoor air quality by including low emissions material such as ceilings, adhesives, paints, carpets and composite wood; pressurization of lobby and hallways to address LEED guidelines with respect to non-smoking environments; each unit treated as a contained smoking area; smoke free common areas; and windows that open
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Waste reduction during construction i.e. separation of bin system during construction
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20% of the units are barrier free
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Expanded green space and landscaping at the entrance and a 5,600 square foot Meditation Garden
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Car share program for building residents