The Green Cottages utilize the latest in green building techniques to sharply reduce energy consumption and minimize the homes' impact on the environment.
The Green Cottages feature:
- Energy efficient windows
- Advanced air sealing
- Added insulation (R-45 in the attic, R-22 in the walls)
- Energy-efficient heating and cooling systems
- Energy-efficient appliances
- Water-conserving fixtures, dual flush toilets
- High-quality flooring, paints and finishes, to ensure cleaner, healthier interior air
The homeowner will see the benefits of these features in reduced utility costs. Heating bills, for example, are projected at $432 per year for the 3-bedroom model, or an average of $36 a month. (See the chart below for projected energy savings.)
The Green Cottages are also conveniently located near the Rapid station and major bus lines, minimizing transportation costs and homeowners' reliance on automobiles.
Green Cottages Projected Energy Savings
3 bedroom model
Utility cost projections from an independent HERS-certified analyst at current rates. Utility costs for typical home based on Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Utility Allowance.
