ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – St. Johns Housing Partnership (SJHP), a nonprofit that develops affordable housing, announced that Patriot Place has earned Gold Certification under the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Homes Standard.
“We are excited to be part of this important project. Homes for transitional veterans, built on a beautiful infill lot with an incredible live oak for them to sit and relax under,” noted FGBC President Bill Kachman. “To be involved with this project means so much knowing that Patriot Place will be able to house an at-risk or homeless veteran - after everything they have done for our country.”
Patriot Place comprises six new, low-income residences to address St. Johns County’s critical need for housing for at-risk and homeless veterans. Residents began moving in at the end of 2023.
Green building practices were utilized throughout the construction process to address FGBC criteria such as energy performance; water conservation; site conservation; health, air quality and moisture, materials, and disaster mitigation.
“Patriot Place is a good example of what can be done when the public and private sectors come together. I want to congratulate all the partners, donors and supporters that made Patriot Place a reality for an at-risk segment of our community, Affordable housing must be sustainable over time both in terms of actual affordability and debt service along with building performance and long-term maintenance” added SJHP Executive Director Bill Lazar,
Founded in 1996, the SJHP has helped expand housing options for the greater community, not just to benefit veterans. To achieve that, the group brings together public and private sectors including investors on projects that create low- and moderate-income housing, rebuild neglected homes and revitalize neighborhoods in disadvantaged areas.
The project is a collaboration between MountainStar Partners, a real estate investor and developer, SJHP and St. Johns County. The total cost of Patriot Place was $1million, including infrastructure improvements. MountainStar Partners committed over $500,000 for land acquisition and construction costs. Patriot Place marks the first time that a density credit exchange for low-income housing was created and housing delivered to the community.
Patriot Place was built by Robert Marshall of World Island Builders and designed by Architect Bryan McCloskey. Financial partner Ameris Bank financed the construction.
Patriot Place took five years to complete, including finding and purchasing the lot, securing financing for construction, permitting and zoning. The one-bedroom apartments are 630 square feet each and veterans will pay about 30 percent of the market rate with the balance subsidized through the partnership with Flagler CareConnect.
Patriot Place residents will be managed by the UF/ Flagler Health+ social health program UF/Care Connect+ which links area residents with resources like safe housing, food pantries, counseling services, workplace readiness and transportation.
Former St. Johns County Development Services Director Suzanne Konchan conceived the original idea for Patriot Place and St. Johns County Commissioners Roy Alaimo and Henry Dean helped Patriot Place become reality.
The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors, Bo Strange with Lovely Loo and the Snodgrass Family Foundation donated additional funds, time, and materials.
Other contributors and supporters included, The Home Depot Store # 6334, Eagle Scout Michael Korfhage and Boy Scout Troup 243, University of Florida IFAS Master Gardeners and FGBC certifying agents Kachman and Ralph Locke, both military veterans, who waived their fee and volunteered their time. The entire Solar panel systems was donated by Everybody Solar, JinkoSolar and Synergy Solar.
FGBC is the state’s leading certifier of green projects. The FGBC Certification Program tailors’ carbon-reducing, green building standards to the Florida climate, allowing builders, developers, and communities to meet green building standards while simultaneously constructing sustainable properties best suited for Florida’s ecosystem.
Going Green? In Florida you have a choice. Contact the Florida Green Building Coalition at عنوان البريد الإلكتروني هذا محمي من روبوتات السبام. يجب عليك تفعيل الجافاسكربت لرؤيته., visit www.floridagreenbuilding.org or call (407) 777-4914.
The Altman Companies, a nationally recognized developer, builder and manager of exceptional rental communities, announced today that it has broken ground to develop Altís Santa Barbara, a 242-unit upscale apartment community in Naples, Florida. Comerica Bank is providing the construction loan for the development, an institutional lender is providing mezzanine financing, and The Altman Companies, in partnership, with Mill Green Opportunity Fund VII, LLC is providing the equity.
“Over the past 54 years, The Altman Companies has developed a portfolio of high-end rental communities that have redefined the Exceptional Living Experience in Florida and across the country and we are thrilled to begin development of Altís Santa Barbara, a preeminent apartment community in the thriving submarket of Naples,” said Joel Altman, Chairman & co-CEO of The Altman Companies.
Altís Santa Barbara will redefine the highest living standards through its unparalleled way of bringing residents an “Exceptional Living Experience.” Residents will enjoy exclusive membership to The Club within the community with direct access to a 24/7 fitness center complete with a yoga, spinning & aerobics studio, and a wellness room. A Starbucks cybercafé will be housed inside the clubhouse with entree to workspace lounges & a private conference room, a movie theater, and a game room. An additional roster of exclusive amenities at The Club will include a resort-style swimming pool and pavilion, which will be the perfect place for residents to unwind and soak up the sun.
Altís Santa Barbara will be a pet-friendly community offering an indoor air-conditioned dog grooming spa where pets can indulge. The community also includes a pet park with gated, off-leash area to allow residents to bond and play with their pets.
Altís Santa Barbara will feature 242 luxury apartment homes consisting of well-appointed one-, two-, and three-bedrooms. The ultraluxe apartment homes will offer a private entry, or exterior hallways served by elevator, with direct or indirect garage access options. Interior features in each home will include spa-inspired bathrooms equipped with dual sink vanities, a spacious soaking tub and clear glass shower enclosures. The spacious floorplan comes complete with quartz countertops, front loaded washer and dryers, and stainless-steel appliances.
Altís Santa Barbara will be Florida Green Building Coalition certified and its sustainable initiatives will include 100% energy efficient designer lighting, ENERGY STAR® refrigerator and dishwasher, a high efficiency water heater and sub-metered water stations and car charging stations. The community will also be equipped with bocce ball & cornhole courts for residents’ relaxation.
Altís Santa Barbara’s location offers proximity to I-75, downtown Naples, an abundance of retail and major employment centers.
“This transaction and the groundbreaking mark another significant development for The Altman Companies as we continue to develop exceptional Altís communities now in the Naples area,” added Seth Wise, co-CEO of The Altman Companies. “We see ourselves as a catalyst for providing exceptional living experiences for our residents.”
Altís Santa Barbara is located at 4670 Santa Barbara Blvd., in Naples and is set to have its first units delivered in 2023. To learn more about Altís Santa Barbara, please visit https://altmancos.com/.
ORLANDO, Fla. (February 7, 2020) – Village on Mercy, a new community of 166 affordable apartment homes in Orlando, Fla., has been certified “Florida Green” by the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC).
FGBC is the state’s leading certifier of green residential projects and local governments. With an exclusive focus on Florida, FGBC is by far the largest certifier of residential and commercial construction, master-planned communities and local governments in the Sunshine State with over 21,500 since 2000.
Ability Housing is a Florida nonprofit organization that develops housing, setting a standard of excellence in the field of affordable and supportive housing.
“Last year, we gathered with partners and community leaders at this site to break ground on this beautiful property; today, we celebrate the fulfillment of a promise to the citizens of Orlando,” said Shannon Nazworth, President and CEO of Ability Housing. “Every family deserves a safe, stable and affordable place to live. Unfortunately, many families are unable to afford housing in our community. Village on Mercy helps these families; is a place where families can live in security, with dignity and hope. We are honored to welcome these family’s home.”
The completion of Village on Mercy represents a significant milestone in the fulfillment of the Mercy Drive vision plan, which was developed by City of Orlando District 5 Commissioner Regina I. Hill in collaboration with the City of Orlando Economic Development Department-Planning Division and Canin Associates.
Ability Housing purchased the property from the City of Orlando; the project broke ground in April 2018. Construction was completed in November 2019; several families were able to celebrate Thanksgiving in a new home.
Comprised four apartment buildings, a community center, a playground, a fitness trail and recreation space along Lake Lawne. FGBC member Ebert Norman Brady Architects was the project architect. Sauer Incorporated was the general contractor.
FGBC’s five certification standards take a scientific approach and are developed with state-specific criteria. They address Florida’s hot-humid environment, distinctive topography, unique geology, resiliency and natural disasters. Beyond third party certifications, FGBC is also a resource for the construction industry and municipalities when considering going green.
Funding for the $27.4 million project was provided by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Bank of America N.A., Wells Fargo, Enterprise Housing Credit Investments, LLC. and the Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH).
Going Green? In Florida you have a choice. For more information call (407) 777-4914, email عنوان البريد الإلكتروني هذا محمي من روبوتات السبام. يجب عليك تفعيل الجافاسكربت لرؤيته. or visit www.floridagreenbuilding.org.
ORLANDO, Fla. (February 7, 2020) – Village on Mercy, a new community of 166 affordable apartment homes in Orlando, Fla., has been certified “Florida Green” by the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC).
FGBC is the state’s leading certifier of green residential projects and local governments. With an exclusive focus on Florida, FGBC is by far the largest certifier of residential and commercial construction, master-planned communities and local governments in the Sunshine State with over 21,500 since 2000.
Ability Housing is a Florida nonprofit organization that develops housing, setting a standard of excellence in the field of affordable and supportive housing.
“Last year, we gathered with partners and community leaders at this site to break ground on this beautiful property; today, we celebrate the fulfillment of a promise to the citizens of Orlando,” said Shannon Nazworth, President and CEO of Ability Housing. “Every family deserves a safe, stable and affordable place to live. Unfortunately, many families are unable to afford housing in our community. Village on Mercy helps these families; is a place where families can live in security, with dignity and hope. We are honored to welcome these family’s home.”
The completion of Village on Mercy represents a significant milestone in the fulfillment of the Mercy Drive vision plan, which was developed by City of Orlando District 5 Commissioner Regina I. Hill in collaboration with the City of Orlando Economic Development Department-Planning Division and Canin Associates.
Ability Housing purchased the property from the City of Orlando; the project broke ground in April 2018. Construction was completed in November 2019; several families were able to celebrate Thanksgiving in a new home.
Comprised four apartment buildings, a community center, a playground, a fitness trail and recreation space along Lake Lawne. FGBC member Ebert Norman Brady Architects was the project architect. Sauer Incorporated was the general contractor.
FGBC’s five certification standards take a scientific approach and are developed with state-specific criteria. They address Florida’s hot-humid environment, distinctive topography, unique geology, resiliency and natural disasters. Beyond third party certifications, FGBC is also a resource for the construction industry and municipalities when considering going green.
Funding for the $27.4 million project was provided by the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, Bank of America N.A., Wells Fargo, Enterprise Housing Credit Investments, LLC. and the Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH).
Going Green? In Florida you have a choice. For more information call (407) 777-4914, email عنوان البريد الإلكتروني هذا محمي من روبوتات السبام. يجب عليك تفعيل الجافاسكربت لرؤيته. or visit www.floridagreenbuilding.org.
