Reviving industrial lands into sustainable affordable housing
Peel Region is bringing new affordable housing to Port Credit’s waterfront revitalization mega-project.
Highlights
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During the full-day Savings by Design workshop, project teams were able to compare the energy use of different design options.
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Designed and build new affordable housing to Port Credit's waterfront
Results**
39,911 m3
Projected annual natural gas savings
$24,564
Projected annual energy cost savings
80,889 kg CO2e
Projected annual GHG reduction
A former industrial site is transforming into a visionary new neighbourhood district on the shores of Lake Ontario in Port Credit.
Peel Region partnered with developer FRAM Building Group to design and build Credit River Way, which serves as the affordable housing component within the larger Brightwater community.
Affordable housing designed to be sustainable and energy efficient
Credit River Way is a seven-storey rental apartment building with 150 units. Sustainability is a core aspect of its design, said Marwan Kassay, Project Manager, Housing Development at Peel Region.
“This project reflects our dedication to staying at the forefront of sustainable design practices and ensuring cost-effective, energy-efficient developments that benefit both the community and the environment,” he said.
Integrating innovative energy-saving features
While designing Credit River Way, Peel Region collaborated with sustainable building experts from the Savings by Design program. Key priorities in developing the project included airtightness of the building envelope, ventilation and heating upgrades, plus an innovative solar wall that preheats make-up air.
“We found the opportunity for interdisciplinary discussions most valuable,” said Kassay. “It allowed us to explore innovative ideas and strategies for achieving our sustainability and energy efficiency goals.”
“We’re proud to work with Enbridge Gas through the Savings by Design program again on Credit River Way to continue designing homes that are resilient and energy efficient, creating sustainable communities.”
Brett Barnes, Manager,
Housing Development
Peel Region