Partners in Innovation:Green Preservation in the Field

Case Study: Nuevo AmanecerWoodburn, Oregon

NUEVO AMANECER, PHASES I AND II- 90 UNITS TOTAL- MEDIUM/LOW DENSITY HOUSING IN A RURAL CENTER- 1- AND 2- STORY ATTACHED FLATS AND TOWNHOUSES- 2-, 3-, AND 4- BEDROOM FAMILY UNITS- AT OR BELOW 50% AMI- 38 UNITS RURAL DEVELOPMENT RENTAL ASSISTANCE

NUEVO AMANECER ORIGINAL FUNDING:

-Phase I (50 units), built in 1994-Low Income Housing Tax Credits, Farmworker Tax Credits, Federal Home Loan Bank, other state housing grants, two permanent financing loans-Total Development Costs: $3,570,000 ($90k per unit)

-Phase II (40 units), built in 1998-USDA Rural Development financing (loans and grants), Federal Home Loan Bank, other state housing grants-Total Development Costs: $3,240,000 ($64k per unit)

NEED FOR REHABILITATION AT YEAR 15 CONVERSION:- Water penetration and moisture damage, including dry rot and mold- Site drainage and stormwater management issues- Long-term structural and building systems integrity- Upgrades for energy and water efficiency

HOW TO MAKE THE REHAB GREENER?

Inherently, preserving and renovating existing housing stock is the most sustainable method of building, especially if located in a walkable neighborhood near to amenities.

HOW TO MAKE THE REHAB GREENER?

Focus first on the building envelope and major exterior systems for long-term durability and integrity of the structures