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Blue Sky Brandon Loves Green

 

Blue Sky Brandon is certified green by the Florida Green Building Coalition for their Hi-Rise Residential Standard - A certification program specifically for buildings above three stories, it helps owners integrate proven and cost-effective green building strategies during the design and construction of their buildings.

Green Features:

​  • Energy Performance is 23% more efficient than the current FL Energy Code.
  • ENERGY STAR Appliances in Units.
  • Low Flow Water Closets, Lavatory Faucets, Kitchen Faucets, and Showers in Units.
  • Brandon Palms promotes alternative modes of transportation:
           – Site is located within ½-mile walking distance of at least 15 basic services.
           – Site is located within ¼- mile walking distance of (2) HART Bus Routes.
           – Secure locations for bicycles have been provided.
  • Over 43% of the project site is dedicated to open space.
  • Smoke-Free Premises, with the exception of designated smoking areas.
  • Sustainable construction practices
           – Indoor Air Quality Management, During Construction – prevent indoor air quality
               problems resulting from construction process.
           – Low-Emitting Materials including adhesives and sealants, paints and coatings, and
               flooring systems were installed – improves indoor air quality.
           – Over 75% of construction waste diverted from landfill.
  • Commitment to green cleaning and green pest control practices
  • Over 30% of building materials, based on cost, incorporate recycled materials.
  • Over 50% of building materials, based on cost, were extracted and manufactured within
      700-miles of the project.

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