Green Communities Initiative

Our mission is to see that all low-income people in the United States have the opportunity for fit and affordable housing and to move up and out of poverty into the mainstream of American life. Holistic approach: fit and affordable Housing a means to an end People, not just buildings

Green Communities Benefits Energy efficient Resource conservation Sustainable development Healthier homes for parents and children Lower utility costs for low-income families Walkable, healthier communities

Grants Up to $5mm Loans (EHFS) Up to $50mm Equity (ESIC) Up to $500mm Policy and Communications Low Cost Loans Predevelopment Site Acquisition Competitively Priced Equity Construction / Rehab Advocacy Research, Evaluation Publications, Symposia Project Planning Technical Assistance, Training Green Building Features Community Developers and Home Builders 8,500 Green Homes Rental, For Sale, Community Facilities Increased Use of Green Practices Lower Costs to Go Green Competitive Advantages Healthier Environments Lower Life Cycle Costs Better Opportunities Green Communities Initiative Policy Makers, Funders Opinion Leaders New Coalitions New Ways of Thinking New Sources of Support

Green Communities Criteria Integrated Design Process Location and Neighborhood Fabric Site Water Conservation Energy Conservation Materials and Resources Healthy Living Environment Operations and Management

GCI = Healthy Materials Formaldehyde free composite wood Low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Green label certified carpets No mold-propagating materials

GCI = Improved Indoor Air Quality Adequate ventilation Exterior venting Appropriately sized HVAC systems CO sensored fans in enclosed garages

GCI = Moisture Reduction Bathroom fans with humidistat sensors Tankless hot water heaters Insulate water pipes Drainage away from foundations

High Point Phase I Seattle Housing Authority, Seattle, WA  Affordable 344 units, with 200 units affordable at less than 30% AMI HOPE VI redevelopment, neighborhood transformation  Green Smart site, pedestrian-friendly Innovative storm water retention Energy consumption reduced 40% Water consumption reduced 15% - 30% Salvaged building materials Seattle “Built Green” Standards 35 Healthy Homes

Green Communities Initiative