A Little More Green in Greenwood

The vision of Piper Village is to create a place for people. To create a vibrant urban village with retail, apartments and a pedestrian-oriented attitude. A key component in this vision is to create a place using sustainable building practices. To create a place for healthy living.

• Mixed-use development of apartments, townhomes, and retail
• Morrow Lane is a privately-owned, one-way, walkable lane connecting 1st to Palatine, and eventually to Greenwood Avenue.
• Woonerf inspired design: This roadway, designed with pedestrians in mind, will be a wide, open lane incorporating special features to slow cars down
• With a high score of 91, Walkscore.com calls Piper Village a "walker's paradise" with its bounty of neighborhood amenities close at hand, including grocery stores, schools, entertainment, coffee shops, dining, theaters, and outdoor spaces.

• Native and drought-tolerant landscaping and water feature in a central plaza
• Addition of swales on Palatine and 1st Avenues to manage storm water runoff
• Pervious pavement and asphalt to reduce storm water runoff: This is the first application of pervious asphalt in north Seattle and the largest application in Seattle.
• Open space at the corner of 87th and 1st Avenue NW includes an historical representation of a bog that will aid in storm water drainage.

• BUILT SMART certified
• Built Green™ 3-Star certified
• 9 to 11 foot ceilings and large windows
• Mold prevention:
  • Moisture tests were performed on all wood and concrete in units
  • Glass fiber gypsum wallboard used in all bathrooms and laundry areas does not allow mold to grow
  • There is no exposed wood on the outside of the building
  • Exterior rain screen and air barrier system prevent water damage and mold
• More than 70% of the construction waste was recycled
• Renters benefit from energy efficiency and healthier indoor air due to:
  • Energy Star windows, dishwashers and washing machines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures
  • Lighting sensor control in common areas and programmable energy-efficient thermostats in units
  • Low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) paint and carpet
  • Formaldehyde-free cabinetry
  • Formaldehyde-free fiberglass insulation and acoustical ceiling tile with recycled content
  • Durable long-lasting building materials, including Hardiplank siding
  • High-efficiency, healthy heating and ventilation systems
  • Education for occupants and maintenance staff