Carleton Hart Architecture Partners in Innovation

Partners in InnovationFinancing the Preservation of Rural and Urban Affordable Housing

S u s t a in a b ilit y a n d A f f o r d a b le H o u s in g P r e s e r v a t io n

Brian Carleton, AIAMay 17, 2010

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The Challenges of Preservation

• The Building exists

• Integrated, sustainable design should be embodied throughout the form of the building

• In a Preservation/ Rehabilitation, we are retrofitting “Add Ons”

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The Challenges of Preservation

• The Building exists

• Integrated, sustainable design should be embodied throughout the form of the building

• In a Preservation/ Rehabilitation, we are retrofitting “Add Ons”

The Advantages of Preservation

• The Building exists

• Older buildings often include forms and materials that allow for passive systems

• The “Add Ons” can make a big difference in building performance

• Baseline for calculating incentives is Existing Condition rather than Current Code

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Sustainable Development and Rehabilitation

FIVE AREAS OF FOCUS

• Site Development

• Energy Conservation/ Generation

• Water Conservation

• Use of Raw Materials

• Healthy Living Environments

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Influences on Strategies

• Resident Profile

• Cultural and Neighborhood Context

• Owner’s Mission/ Priorities

• Operational Challenges

• Project Budget

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Evaluation Criteria

• Suitability to Existing Building

• Direct Benefit to Residents

• Initial Cost

• Payback Time

• Potential Incentives

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Walnut Park ApartmentsReach Community Development, Inc.

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S it e P h o t o s

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S it e P h o t o s

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S it e P h o t o s

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Guiding Principles

• Connection to Surrounding Community

• Improved Outdoor Spaces

• Ventilation/ Indoor Air Quality

• Durable Materials

• Improved Building Envelope

• Energy and Water Efficiency

• Maintainability and Availability of Materials

• Solutions Appropriate to Residents

• Creating a Sense of Place and Identity

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Site:

Accomplished:

• On Site Treatment and Disposal of Storm water• Native Landscaping• Community Gardens• Composting• Community Gathering Spots• Reduce Parking to Create more Green Space

Did Not Accomplish:

• Pervious Paving• Chickens

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Energy:

Accomplished:

• Increased Insulation in Exterior Walls – R-23• Upgraded Windows- U0.30• Energy Star Light Fixtures• PTAC to PTHP in Living Rooms• Radiant Heaters in Bedrooms• New Ultra-Efficient Heat Pump System for Lobby• Sunshades

Did Not Accomplish:

• Increased Insulation Value at Roof• Larger Windows for Increased Day Lighting• Photovoltaic Panels on Roof• Solar Hot Water for Laundry• HRV System

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Water:

Accomplished:

• Low Flow Faucets and Fixtures

• Native Landscaping that Minimizes Irrigation

• Climate Controlled Irrigation

Did Not Accomplish:

• Rainwater Harvesting for Irrigation and/or Laundry

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Raw Materials:

Accomplished:

• Saved an Existing Building• Durable Construction and Materials• Rain Screen Construction with High Quality Factory Finish• Plywood Cabinets• Fiberglass Windows• Linoleum• Construction Recycling

Did Not Accomplish:

• Ceramic Tile at Entries

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Indoor Air Quality:

Accomplished:

• Smoke Free Building• Improved Ventilation in Apartments• Improved Ventilation in Corridors• Improved Ventilation in Community Areas• Low VOC Paints, Sealants and Adhesives• Materials with Minimal or No Off-Gassing

Did Not Accomplish:

• Ducted Ventilation System in Corridors and Apartments

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The Numbers:

Overall Project Budget $7,303,089Rehabilitation Hard Costs 2,601,899 Incentives:

OHCS Weatherization $96,384Oregon Housing Acquisition Project 15,000

Total Incentives $111,384

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Site Plan

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