CAAP member agency Community Action Partnership of Mercer County can brag that they have the first HUD funded "green" senior housing complex in the country.
North East Manor, located in Erie County, is a 27 unit apartment complex for those 62 and older. The complex was funded using federal Housing and Urban Development (HUD) section 202 dollars. According to HUD officials it is the first HUD funded 202 complex that has received LEED Silver certification in the nation.
LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and the certification is issued by the Green Building Certification Institute which is an arm of the U.S. Green Building Council. North East Manor achieved LEED certification for energy use, lighting, water and material use as well as incorporating a variety of other sustainable strategies. LEED certified building saves money for families, businesses, and taxpayers, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and contributes to a healthier environment for residents, workers and the larger community.
“We are delighted to bring this LEED Silver certified building to North East. It is consistent with our mission to allow senior citizens to have quality affordable housing options and to be energy conscious in doing that” said Ronald J. Errett, CEO of the Community Action Partnership of Mercer County.
An open house is being held tomorrow, July 15, at 11:00 a.m. with comments from HUD officials, the builders, and several government officials.
For more information contact: Joyce Blanke
jmb@capmercer.org
724-342-6295