Great Oaks Apartments Rehabilitation
Originally constructed in 1979, the complex has 141 one-bedroom apartments, 2 two-bedroom apartments for the resident managers, a community building, various maintenance facilities, and site structures.
 Replaced windows and new Hardie-plank siding- Expanded front porch structure to each unit
- Renovated kitchens with new cabinets and appliances; new carpet, vinyl, and paint; replacement of the HVAC equipment and water heater; and new lighting
- Reconfigured existing parking for wheelchair and van-accessible parking spaces
- Grading and new sidewalks were required to make each apartment “visitable” under Universal Design practices
- 10% of apartments were upgraded to become Type A Accessible with wider doors, roll-in showers, knee space at sinks, and wheelchair turning clearances in all rooms
- Sustainable design efforts include energy efficient lighting, equipment, and appliances; low-flow faucets; added insulation; Energy Star rated windows and other “green” requirements such as recycling of construction debris, qualifying for EarthCraft Home certification
- Improvements to the on-site community building included upgrading the restrooms to meet ADA requirements as well as upgrading the interior finishes.
- Exterior improvements to the community building match the apartment buildings. The community building provides a community room as well as management offices, maintenance shops, and laundry facilities.
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