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126 Fort Greene

A Green Residential Building in Brooklyn, NY.

  • Extensive work on brownstone in landmarked district. Asbestos abatement in basement, lead paint abatement from exterior brickwork, interior demolition and interior structural work.
  • Construction year
  • 2003
  • Size in sq. ft.
  • 3528
  • No. floors
  • 3
  • Certification
  • Not built to a "green standard".
  • Green Energy Features
  • Geothermal well system installed with radiant floors system for high efficiency heating and cooling.
  • Energy Efficiency Features
  • Energy Star certified appliances

    Energy efficient lighting
  • Green Products
  • Improved air quality with low and non toxic VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints, adhesives and finishes

    Construction of the deck involved the use of Pau Lope sustainable harvested wood
  • Water Conservation Features
  • High efficient water fixtures and flow restrictors
    to help control and conserve usage.
  • Transportation
  • 2, 3, 4, 5, C, G
  • Type of building (home, school, commercial, etc.)
  • Townhouse
  • Builder
  • Greenstreet Construction
  • Building Style
  • Attached Townhouse