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Overview

Location:	East Troy, Wisconsin
Setting:	Country Urban
Energy Source:	Natural gas, grid electric
Layout:	Multi-Family, 2 bedroom, Attached garage
Square Footage:	1866
Size:	17 acres, Master Planned Community
Grand Opening:	July, 2004
Total Units When Built Out:	74
Builders:	Scherrer Construction Company
Open Space:	30% of Total Land

Site & Design Features

Utilization of Existing Infrastructure
Preservation and Protection of Sensitive Areas
Consolidation of Utilities
Minimal Impact on Site Topography
Orientation for Use of Renewable Energy
Window Sizing, Location and Shading
Rooftop garden

Green Product Features

Engineered lumber
Marvin high efficiency, Low-E, argon-filled Energy Star windows save heat and provide more comfort.
Regionally produced brick
Fiber-cement siding

Waste Management Features

Reusable metal foundation
High-efficiency furnace w/washable filter
All cardboard was recycled from this construction site.
A built-in kitchen recycling center

Indoor Air Quality Features

Products with Minimal Off-Gas
Reduction of Textiles, Maximized Hard Floor Surfaces
Separation of Uninhabited Areas
Harmful Gas Monitoring and Control

Energy Efficient Features

2X6 exterior walls with a Tyvek housewrap
Interior vapor barrier and fiberglass batt insulation
Advanced sealing practices
Nuaire Energy Recovery Ventilator ("ERV")
Lennox G26 Q2-50 Elite 90 gas furnace
Lennox air conditioning unit (HS26-261 ELite 13 condensor
Programmable thermostat
Natural gas, direct-vent fireplace
High-efficiency natural gas water heater (FPSH.40.NG Power Shot) by AO Smith
Energy Star certified appliances
High efficiency light fixtures & ceiling fans

Water Protection Features

Erosion and Debris Control Plan (including maintenance of control devices)
Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Stormwater
Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
Deep-rooted and drought-resistant native prairie plants
FlowForms - rainwater purification system
All topsoil was saved and reused.