Summit REIT and its partner Giffles Construction are constructing a single story office building for R&SA’s exclusive use. The building is one story and over 35,000 sq.ft. and confirms R&SA’s commitment to the Atlantic market. As part of R&SA’s and Summits commitment to the environment the building will incorporate a number of “green†features both in the construction process, the building and in the furnishings. Some of these include:
o Increased attention of sediment and erosion controls during construction
o Bicycle parking for staff with shower facilities
o Close proximity to public transit
o Water efficient toilets
o Installation of high efficiency HVAC system (heating ventilation and air conditioning)
o The interior design will optimize the use of natural light
o Solar heated domestic water
o Water efficient landscaping
o High performance glazing and energy efficient building envelope
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