Strata Condominium

Background Information

• Target: LEED certified, 186 energy efficient suites in a 21 story apartment condominium
• Location: 551 Maple Avenue
• Preconstruction phase
• Link to website 

Relevant Reports

• Official Plan Amendment – The Molinaro Group – 551-569 Maple Avenue, PL-56/08
• 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
• 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

• 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
• Waste reduction during construction i.e. separation of bin system during construction
• 20% of the units are barrier free
• Expanded green space and landscaping at the entrance and a 5,600 square foot Meditation Garden
• Car share program for building residents