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  S T. AUGUSTINE, Fla . –  St. Johns Housing Partnership (SJHP), a nonprofit that develops affordable housing, today announced that Patriot Place has earned Gold Certification under the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) Homes Standard. “We are excited to be part of this important project. Homes for transitional veterans, built on a beautiful infill lot with an incredible live oak for them to sit and relax under,” noted FGBC President Bill Kachman. “To be involved with this project means so much knowing that Patriot Place will be able to house an at-risk or homeless veteran - after everything they have done for our country.” Patriot Place comprises six new, low-income residences to address St. Johns County’s critical need for housing for at-risk and homeless veterans. Residents began moving in at the end of 2023. Green building practices were utilized throughout the construction process to address FGBC criteria such as energy performance; water conservation; site con...

ST. AUGUSTINE- Kevin Davenport and the Creekside High Engineering Club are regular volunteers with the St. Johns Housing Partnership (SJHP). Building ramps and helping rehab homes for the elderly, Veterans and disabled is just part of their story. “Kevin is one of our biggest supporters. He has responded when a call goes out to help us fulfill our mission. He organizes and brings the Engineering Club members out in force to really make a difference in our community,” noted SJHP Executive Director Bill Lazar. Davenport has been organizing volunteer teams of students wearing shirts that say “Live Generously” to work on SJHP projects for 14 years. “The volunteer experience not only offers students firsthand experience, but also instills a culture of service that stays with many of them throughout their personal and professional lives,” noted Davenport, a teacher at Creekside in the Engineering and Environmental Science Academy. He is the sponsor of the Engineering Club. He also ...

CALABASAS, Calif.--(REAL ESTATE WIRE) )-- Marcus & Millichap (NYSE:MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today it has released its 2024 National Multifamily Investment Forecast. The report provides numerous insights into major trends influencing the multifamily sector in 2024, including individual analyses for 50 major markets across the country. by the resilient U.S. economy, which is out-performing expectations, the multifamily sector is gathering momentum as demand to rent apartments is increasing across the country,” said John Sebree, senior vice president and national director, Multi Housing Division, Marcus & Millichap and IPA. “A record level of new supply, however, will keep short-term pressure on fundamentals. The 2024 investment landscape will stand out from last year in that the prospect of minimal interest rate cuts, paired with a sizable amount of capital sitting ...

Gina Hensley GREENSBORO, N.C. (January 2 2024) – Presidia Asset Management, a full-service real estate firm offering brokerage, property management, marketing, and consulting services, announced today it has added two new tenants to the Asheville Building in Greensboro and a grocery store has expanded into Kendale Plaza in Sanford, N.C. Foundation Home Builders, LLC is leasing 2,245 square feet in the Asheville Building. Ebers Pharmacy has inked a lease for 1,600 square feet in the 134,464 square-foot building at 1500 Pinecroft Road in the growing West Greensboro office submarket. The popular Stretch A Buck, is expanding to 12,000 square feet in 60,640 square-foot Kendale Plaza, highly visible at 2502 Lee Road in Sanford. Kendale Plaza, and has been popular with high performing anchor tenants, national brands, and local Sanford retailers for over 58 years. “Presidia is wrapping up a busy 2023. They leased 17,000 square feet over the past three months,” said Presidia President/CE...

APOPKA – The Collage Companies, Lake Mary, Fla., announced the successful completion of the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) – Apopka Service Center project. The SJRWMD Apopka Service Center was designed and constructed as a Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC) “Florida Green” project, meeting the highest standards for sustainability at the Gold level of certification. FGBC Certification Programs tailors’ carbon-reducing, green building standards to the Florida climate, allowing builders, developers, and communities to meet green building standards while simultaneously constructing sustainable properties best suited for Florida’s ecosystem. Unlike USGBC LEED, Green Globes, and other national and international standards, FGBC certification standards takes a scientific approach developed with state-specific criteria. They address Florida’s hot-humid environment, distinctive topography, unique geology, resiliency, and natural disasters. The 17,000 sq ft multi-use off...

By Mike Bonts, Green Trends MIAMI – The Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC), the state’s leading certifier of green commercial and residential construction, land developments and local green governments, has certified Strata Wynwood at 21 NE 22nd St. in Miami “Florida Green” at the high-rise “Gold-Level.” Layered in its design, amenities, and experiences, the 612,192 square-foot Strata Wynwood achieved 183 points out of a required 100 points, earning it the coveted Florida Green Building “Gold-Level” certification. “This achievement demonstrates the team’s commitment to better design and construction practices that reduce the negative environmental impacts of the building, improve occupant health and well-being, and reduce operating costs for the owner,” noted FGBC President Kyle Abney. The FGBC Green Team included Jonathan Burgess, Spinnaker Group, as the Designated Green Professional. Strata was designed by Canada-based architecture firm Stantec. The owner and developer...

Photo: Myriam Scally and Bill Lazar   By Mike Bonts ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (Real Estate Wire/Green Trends)– Local construction nonprofit St. Johns Housing Partnership plans to harness solar energy to help power its main office and three of six apartment units for homeless veterans – thus reducing financial burdens for inhabitants and promoting the use of solar energy in the community. The installation, completed in early May 2023, includes two components: a solar array at the office and another at the veterans' apartment units, known as Patriot Place.  While the financial benefits of these installations are significant, with expected savings of approximately $2,500 annually for the organization and $1,926 for its tenants, it is the broader impact that truly highlights the organization's commitment. By harnessing the power of the sun, St. Johns Housing Partnership not only reduces operational costs but also sets an inspiring example for sustainable practices and environmental stew...