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PUBLISHEDBYDebbi Nichols, Synergy in Print

mobile: 919.605.4430 [email protected]

CREATIVEDIRECTORHart PalmerHart Palmer [email protected]

All information pertaining to the homes in the Green Tour has been provided by the builder entrants and by the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties and the HBA of Raleigh-Wake County. Publisher is not responsible for the accuracy of this information.

WhoaretheGreenHomeBuilders?The Green Home Builders of the Triangle (GHBT) is a joint program of the HBA of Durham, Orange, and Chatham Counties and the HBA of Raleigh-Wake County. All homes in this event are being certifi ed green through a pre-approved third party verifi ed program. Tour entries range from luxury custom homes that feature top green technologies to entry-level homes constructed by volume builders who promote better health and energy effi ciency. Every builder with a tour entry is a member of the GHBT.

GHBT endorses a certifi cation program that is based on the National Green Building Standard (NGBS), which allows for four levels of certifi cation: bronze, silver, gold, and emerald. An accredited NGBS Green Verifi er conducts an independent, third-party inspection of each project seeking certifi cation. The NGBS Green certifi cation program has certifi ed over 74,000 units throughout the country from its inception in September 2010. In the Triangle area alone, we have had over 1733 single-family homes certifi ed to the NGBS since 2010 and 850 homes certifi ed through the GHBT certifi cation program from 2006–2010.

Call 919.493.8899 for a complete list of program members or visit us at our website:www.GreenHomeBuildersoftheTriangle.com

You Should Be Demanding Green. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Green Programs Spelled Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Tour Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5The Future of Green Building. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7From Passive House to Net Zero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Sunset of NC Solar Tax Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Chatham County Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16 Wake County Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–19Durham County Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20–21Orange County Homes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21–25

THANKS TO THE GREEN TOUR MARKETING COMMITTEE Joe Norwood, Chair, Southern Energy Management; Jessica Bryan, Triangle Cedar Homes and Sunrooms; Kendall Glaze, Buildsense; Jami Kmec, Newland Development; Leigh Ann Moffitt, Signature Flooring Rachel Morrison, Homes By Dickerson; Robert Musso, Superior Walls of North Carolina; Michele Myers, M Squared Builders & Designers; Debbi Nichols, Synergy in Print; Linda Zoffer, del ZIO Designs Interiors; HBADOC Staff: Julie Carrow, Holly Fraccaro, Chad D. Collins, BOD Liaison, Collins Design-Build

You Should Be Demanding Green

Everything else is just substandard housing. That’s right, I said it. What’s more, the difference in cost between a Bronze Level National Green Building Standard certifi ed home and a non-certifi ed code compliant home can be as little as – get this –3%. Not only can you afford it, but you should demand it.

Whew! Glad we got that out of the way! Welcome to our Green Home Tour, we are glad you are here!

It might seem in your face to call everything else substandard housing, but as a home builder for more than 20 years, I believe it is true. I’ve built many homes over the years, and I specialize in homes for people who have various levels of sensitivity to air quality. The fact that these folks cannot just go out and buy a home without worrying that it will make them sick is an unfortunate reality in our industry. But even more disturbing to me is the fact that most people looking for a home have no idea that our building code does not guarantee our health or comfort, and barely scratches the surface in terms of energy effi ciency.

So what do you do? Well, 11 years ago, a group of your con-cerned local builders decided to create a system to address the things that code did not… and our Green Building Certifi cation Program was born. Did you know green build-ing is not just a product, but a whole system? A point-based system that goes above code to evaluate and incorporate criti-cal health, comfort, energy and water effi ciency measures into your home. It’s literally a checklist, and to get the National Green Building Standards (NGBS) Program Certifi cation, the items on the checklist are inspected throughout con-struction by an independent third party. There is no mystery as to why these homes are better, only a lack of awareness in the home-buying public that these features are not standard in every home. Our Green Home Tour is truly for you, to help you fi nd a better place to call home.

So get out there and meet the builders that are building the homes you really want. On the tour, you will see homes in every category – custom designed homes to starter homes that you could buy and move into today. In NC, over 2000 homes have been certifi ed to the NGBS program, 420 of them in the last year, and 413 currently in progress. We are everywhere.

So Michele, you say, if all of this is true, why don’t all build-ers build this way? Because they think you do not want it. It is the number one response we receive from builders and realtors – our customers are not asking for it. Health, comfort, and effi ciency should not be options you have to request, they should be expectations you have every time you walk into a sales or design center. Demand it, because you deserve it. Maybe you’ll even get lucky and fi nd it this year on our 11th Green Home Tour.

MicheleMyersM Squared Builders & Designers

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INDEPENDENT THIRD-PARTY VERIFICATION ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

HOME ENERGY RATING SYSTEM (HERS) ♦ ✔ ✔ ✔

SITE DESIGN, PREPARATION, DEVELOPMENT ✔ ✔

WATER EFFICIENCY ✔ ✔ ✔

ENERGY EFFICIENCY ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

INDOOR AIR/ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES ✔ ✔

HOMEOWNER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, EDUCATION ✔ ✔

eco ENERGYNGBS LEED SELECT STAR®

✔ = mandatory ♦ = mandatory for Emerald level

Green Programs Spelled OutBY JOE NORWOOD

The Green Home Builders of the Triangle have incorporated advanced building science and eco-friendly products into all of their homes, providing a healthy living environment in a functional living space. So what’s in it for you?

The homes you will see on the 11th Annual Green Home Tour ben-efit you in many ways, both in your costs to operate your home and in your family’s improved healthiness. These green homes are designed and constructed to be more durable and require less maintenance, have lower monthly operating costs — 30% lower on average, help you breathe and sleep better, and are more environmentally friendly than a home that is built to code-minimum standards.

Refer to the handy chart below when visiting homes. See how many of the features you can find, and talk with the builder about his or her home features that make the home certified.

NGBS— The National Green Building Standard is the only green building rating system for homes and apartments approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), as an American National Standard. NGBS consists of four certifica-tion performance levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Emerald. Requires increasingly higher point thresholds in all categories for a home to reach the next level of certification. Program available nationally.

LEED— Leadership in Energy and Efficient Design, (LEED) certification provides independent verification of a building or neighborhood’s green features, allowing for the design, con-struction, operations and maintenance of resource-efficient, high-performing, healthy, cost-effective buildings. LEED is the triple bottom line in action, benefiting people, planet and profit. LEED consists of four certification performance levels: Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum. Requires increasingly higher point thresholds for a home to reach the next level of certification. Program available internationally.

ecoSELECT— straightforward standards designed to measurably improve energy efficiency. ecoSelect establishes a solid foundation and works toward reducing the home’s energy use while incor-porating and promoting the integration of indoor air quality and water efficiency features. Program available nationally.

ENERGY STAR®— checklist and inspections, testing and veri-fications that meet the strict requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). These homes earn the

ENERGY STAR® label by delivering better quality, better com-fort and better durability when compared to typical new homes. Program available nationally.

INDEPENDENT THIRD-PARTY VERIFICATION— a person or company who is not connected with the developer or builder. He or she visually inspects, tests and verifies that the energy and green construction practices claimed or required by the program are actually built into the home and are built correctly.

HOMEENERGYRATINGSERVICE(HERS)— the industry stan-dard by which a home energy’s efficiency is measured, and is used for inspecting and calculating a home’s energy performance. The lower score the more energy efficient the home.

SITE DESIGN, PREPARATION, DEVELOPMENT— the building site is designed to minimize environmental impacts and to pro-tect, restore and enhance the natural features and environmental quality of the site. Includes hardscapes, landscapes, proximity to the community, transportation options.

WATER EFFICIENCY— items that reduce indoor and outdoor water usage. Typical items are water saving appliances, faucets, fixtures, irrigation systems and reclaimed water usage.

ENERGYEFFICIENCY— items that reduce energy usage. Typical items are efficient lighting fixtures and bulbs, HVAC thermostats, duct sealing, insulation, energy efficient windows, energy efficient HVAC equipment, energy saving appliances.

INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY— proper equipment placement and ventilation plus controlling sources of pollutants. Items are low-VOC or no-VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) paints, solvents, adhesives, flooring, non-formaldehyde materials.

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES— minimize the environmental impact of building materials and waste. Re-use or salvage materi-als for other uses, renewable materials, recycled content materials and recycle construction waste.

HOMEOWNER OPERATION, MAINTENANCE EDUCATION— information on the home’s use, maintenance and green com-ponents is provided to the homeowner. Training of homeowner with an operations manual and maintenance manual.

Joe Norwood is the 2016 Green Home Tour Marketing Chair and part of the Southern Energy Management team. southern-energy.com


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C4 . . . . Saussy Burbank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

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W2. . . . Grayson Homes, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

W3. . . . Beaman Building And Realty Inc.. . . . . . 18

W4. . . . Homes by Dickerson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

W5. . . . M/I Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

W6. . . . Saussy Burbank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

D1 . . . . Ellen Cassilly Architect, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 20

D2 . . . . BuildSense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

D3 . . . . B. Wallace Design & Construction . . . . 21

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O8 . . . . Newphire Building Corp.. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

O9 . . . . Collins Design-Build, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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The Future of Green BuildingBY MICHELLE DESIDERIO AND RANDALL LANOU

S hortly after last year’s USGBC GreenBuild con-ference, an online publication queried building professionals as to their thoughts and expectations of the future of green building. Overwhelmingly, it seemed the green building experts interviewed believed that eventually there would be no distinc-

tion between green, high-performance building and standard construction, simply because conventional construction would be so much more effi cient than current industry standards. Similarly, we often hear builders opine that because energy codes have become so much more stringent, there soon will be no need for above-code green certifi cation programs.

In both cases, we couldn’t disagree more. There will always be a place for innovative, high-performance buildings that exceed pre-vailing construction practices and technologies. And that’s very good for homeowners, for our environment, and for the industry.

Every year, the performance gap between existing housing and new homes grows wider. There will always be room to improve the performance of existing homes. Even a 2016 code standard home signifi cantly exceeds the performance standards of a home built just 10 years ago and there is no comparison to the cool 1950’s ranch that you just fell in love with! Certifi ed remodels are an easy target and are a completely under-utilized path.

As the existing housing stock performance gap widens, the perfor-mance benchmark for all new buildings will continue to increase progressively as a result of more stringent building and energy codes. But codes are a minimum standard applied at a very broad scale, and in general, lag industry innovation. So, while all new buildings and building renovations should meet some minimum level of performance, many will not reach the highest performance technically possible at the time of construction. This is the realm of the green, certifi ed, high performance buildings and renovations stretching to exceed current codes and standards, using innovative, state-of-the-art products, current technologies, building science based best practices, and pioneering construction methods.

There will always be homeowners (or future homeowners) that look for a home or remodel that stands out from the pack: a health-ier home, a home that does not waste energy but is still incredibly comfortable, a home that sips water but still offers a luxurious shower and bath, a home that uses resources wisely. And, there will always be designers and builders that fi gure out to create this exceptional home or remodel that stands out from the pack.

Will Every House Stand Out From The Pack?By defi nition, no. But the houses that do stand out lead and move the pack. This happens in every industry. Innovators and early adopters push the envelope and, slowly but surely, the whole fi eld moves forward as clients demand higher performance homes, best practices are established, and better products become available.

People (of a certain age) remember when cars and trucks did not have airbags, shoulder belts, or ABS. Cruise control and power windows and locks indicated a “loaded” vehicle. Now, these are standard features. The expensive luxury cars that are pushing the envelope do things like sense the car in front and automatically adjust the cruise control speed or automatically brake when they sense an object in their path.

Does it make sense to have the equivalent of smart cruise con-trol in workforce housing in 2016? No. It is expensive and not yet widely available. Does it make sense to push the comfort, health, effi ciency, and building science envelope in housing beyond the current standard? Of course!

High-Performance HousesSome homeowners are simply looking for the best of the best: in fi nishes, in quality of construction, and in performance. Some builders are simply competitive, high achievers. Either for per-sonal reasons or for corporate reputation they want to build the highest performance buildings possible. These builders know they can design and construct a better built home or remodel, show-casing the next generation of building products and construction techniques.

Builders understand there’s a market benefi t to building green, sustainable buildings, based on a number of credible studies dem-onstrating how green certifi ed buildings fi nancially outperform non-certifi ed buildings in several aspects. These builders tout their homes’ green benefi ts to consumers because they understand that consumers want to live in a home with a healthier indoor environ-ment; that costs less time and money to operate; and can be part of a more sustainable lifestyle. For these builders, independent, third-party green certifi cation programs — like the NGBS Green Certifi ed program — can help them credibly market their build-ing’s performance achievements. Such programs can also ensure they don’t run afoul of the FTC’s green marketing guidelines, as discussed in Got Third-Party Certifi cation?

Last, builders want to design and construct above-code buildings to master new building techniques and technologies in order to be a step ahead should these higher levels of performance become standard. These builders can fi gure out the best, most cost-effec-tive way for their companies to meet higher performance standards before they are mandated, without the risk of non-compliance if their new strategies do not produce the desired effi ciencies.

The Industry Need For Credible Green Programs Has Never Been GreaterAs designers, builders, and green building advocates, we have a responsibility to imagine, encourage, nurture, incubate, refi ne, test and spec new building practices. Simultaneously, we need to be confi dent building science and innovation can keep pace with the vision for a sustainable future. We near a time when zero energy homes seem not only an achievable stretch goal, but a prob-able code requirement — and builders nationwide are expected to be change agents within an industry slow to change.

Antoine de Saint-Exupery reminds us, “As for the future, your task is not to foresee it, but to enable it.” Voluntary green building pro-grams like NGBS Green Certifi ed help enable a high-performance future. To learn more about how Home Innovation Research Labs is helping, visit the NGBS Green website (www.ngbs.com) or con-tact the Green Home Builders of the Triangle at 919-483-8899.

Michelle Desiderio is Vice President of Innovation Services at Home Innovation Research Labs. HomeInnovation.com

Randall Lanou is a Partner and Company Lead for BuildSense. www.buildsense.com


A HAPPIER YOUINCREASED COMFORT Tired of feeling cold in the winter and hot in the summer while inside of your own home? NGBS Green homes are built with building envelopes and sealed air ducts to keep outside air out and conditioned air in. The result? Home sweet home.

SUSTAINABLE LANDSCAPE An NGBS Green home is designed to protect, restore and enhance the natural features of its lot and community. While all development has an environmental impact, an NGBS Green home is a better steward of the natural resources within and around the neighborhood.

SMARTER LOCATION Your home is more than a shelter from outside elements; it should also be a gateway to the community around you. NGBS Green communities allow you to take full advantage of the neighborhood amenities and services that elevate your quality of life.

PEACE OF MIND It’s more than a feeling. With an NGBS Green home, it’s the assurance that your home will be a healthy haven for your family, a better value for your wallet, a smarter investment for your future — and ultimately, the foundation of a more sustainable lifestyle.

A HEALTHIER HOME IMPROVED AIR QUALITYNGBS Green homes are designed and constructed with systems and products that manage combustion gases and maintain proper ventilation. You can breathe easier with cleaner indoor air.

SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTSWhen constructing an NGBS Green home, builders select products that produce fewer indoor pollutants. This improves indoor air quality and provides health benefi ts.

OPTIMAL MOISTURE LEVELSWater and moisture are critical factors affecting a home’s durability, comfort and maintenance costs. Too little moisture? You will have dry skin and irritated sinuses. Too much moisture? You may have mold and structural damage. NGBS Green homes are designed to maintain the right moisture balance.

A SMARTER INVESTMENTLOWER UTILITY BILLSNGBS Green homes are designed and built to be 20–30% more energy effi cient and use less water than code-minimum new homes. This percentage is even higher compared to older existing homes. Use less, pay less.

LESS MAINTENANCEImagine a home that is more durable and requires less upkeep. NGBS Green Certi-fi ed homes are designed and constructed to manage moisture, enhance the durabil-ity of materials, and reduce in-service maintenance.

INCREASED RESALE VALUEWhen you are ready to sell your NGBS Green home, you can expect it to sell faster and for more than a non-certifi ed home of comparable size and location. Source: Washington Post, Is Green Good for Home Resale Value, 8/26/11

BUILD EQUITY FASTERYour utility bills don’t build equity, so you might as well invest in a home that saves you money each month. With an NGBS Green home, you’ll improve your ROI and reduce the second largest expense of home ownership: energy bills.

SOURCE: NATIONAL GREEN BUILDING STANDARD (NGBS)

LEARN MORE AT WWW.NGBS.COM

CHOOSENGBS GREENABETTERPLACETOCALLHOME

2016 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBERSGREEN HOME BUILDERS OF THE TRIANGLE

CHAIRMichele MyersM Squared Builders& Designers

VICECHAIRJay BeamanBeaman Building Company

IMMEDIATEPASTCHAIRJeff WiblitzhouserParadise Found Construction

SECRETARY/ TREASURERRachel MorrisonHomes by Dickerson

GREENTOURCHAIRJoe NorwoodSouthern Energy Management

PUBLICPOLICYCHAIRRyan MillerNCBPA

EDUCATIONCHAIRTodd LincolnR.T. Lincoln & Associates

ATLARGEJamie HagerSouthern Energy Management

Jeff LogsdonArthur Rutenberg Homes

Beth VickersHabitat for HumanityOrange County

HBADOCSTAFFJulie CarrowDirector of Association Services HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties

Scott Austin HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties

Holly FraccaroExecutive Vice-PresidentHBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties


How Far Do You Want to Go?FromPassiveHousetoNetZeroBY KEVIN MURPHY

There are thousands of existing homes on the market at any given time, but some folks want something specific that they can-not find when looking at existing stock. They might be looking for a particular aesthetic, layout, level of perfor-mance or combination of the three that is literally not available. That leads them down the exciting path of building a custom home.

When building a custom home, you are presented with many choices. Along with colors, cabinets and countertops, decisions need to be made about efficiency. Will you build “to code” — the minimum permitted by law? Will you build to the most stringent energy efficiency standard, Passive House? Or will you find some-where in between? Just like with light fixtures and tile, budgetary concerns impact just how efficient people want to their house to be. The difference is that fancy finishes can’t save you money, but a well-insulated, super-air-tight envelope can!

Over the course of my career, I have built three certified Passive Houses, and multiple Passive House qualifying homes. The Passive House standard has rigorous parameters for air leakage and energy usage. It requires an attention to detail that most contractors and subs are not accustomed to. The result, however, is a structure that sips energy and is awash in filtered fresh air. Certification is not for everyone as it can be a tedious, relatively costly process, but the les-sons learned from building certified houses are readily applied to all my other projects.

Make it air tight (.6 ACH @ 50 pascals for you numbers folks) which is more than ten times tighter than the minimum code requirement. It takes a village to raise a kid and to make a house this tight. Every sub needs to care and be on board. If you have a plumber or electrician that doesn’t seal their penetrations if no one is looking over their shoulder, then you have a problem. The air leakage should be tested throughout the process of construction so that leaks can be addressed before the house is done.

Eliminate thermal bridges to the extent possible, while not compro-mising structural integrity. This is one that requires the architect to be on-board. Some architectural features, like a beam that goes from the inside to the outside, are inherently problematic as far as thermal bridging goes, even if they look cool. In some cases you need to balance performance and aesthetics and accept that it is not as efficient as it could be, but it looks great. No one wants to live in a rectangular box with no windows just because that would be the most efficient design!

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Insulate heavily — insulation is comparatively cheap and gives you a monetary return as well as improved comfort. There are many options out there with signifi cant differences in performance, environmental impact and cost. This is an area where it pays to do your homework. I tend to use a variety of different insulations in a house, balancing performance and cost. Some of your options include: blown cellulose, blown or batt fi berglass, open and closed cell spray foam, rock wool, EPS, XPS, and Polyiso. Talk to your builder and architect about what they intend to use and why and make sure that you are comfortable with the choices being made.

Invest is some high-quality windows and doors. Some argue that high-performance windows and doors are too costly to justify, but like insulation, they give you a return on your investment, and they are clearly better made, more airtight and more secure than cheaper alternatives. If you are simply looking for return on investment, the energy savings of going to triple pane vs. double pane will not pay for the difference in cost, but they do provide added comfort for the occupants of the house.

Incorporate passive solar principles wherever and whenever pos-sible. Orient the house properly, and provide adequate glazing, overhangs and thermal mass. Orientation can be tricky in neigh-borhoods where you need to square up to the street, so if you are looking for a lot, keep that in mind. Ideally you have the long axis of the house running due east-west. Thermal mass will help miti-gate big swings in temperature as it absorbs energy during the day and releases it at night.

Ventilate. If you make a house super tight, you need to bring in fresh air. In our climate, this is achieved by using an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV), or Conditioning Energy Recovery Ventilator (CERV). In a traditional home, your “fresh” air comes from leaks from penetrations for mechanical connections, often

from the camel cricket feces and mold laden crawlspace air, and from leaks around windows and doors. There is no control over this air. With an ERV or CERV, you know where you are bringing the air in so you can fi lter, exchange the heat of the outgoing stale indoor air with the incoming fresh air, and in the case of the CERV, pre-cool and dehumidify during summer. Air tightness with con-trolled, fi ltered ventilation is more effi cient, but more importantly, provides healthier indoor air quality for you and your family.

If you do these six things, you are well on your way to what I covet: the net zero home. It makes the most economic and envi-ronmental sense to bring down your energy consumption fi rst by the aforementioned good building practices, and then put a comparatively small solar array on your roof or in your yard to eliminate your electric bill.

Many people spend around $200/month in utility bills in their code-built homes. If you apply $200/month toward a 30-year mortgage, that buys you roughly $40,000 more house. If you con-vert that $40,000 into more insulation, a tighter envelope, better windows and a PV array, you can achieve net zero for no addi-tional monthly expense! Think about it. Would you rather spend $1,800 per month on a mortgage and give $200 per month to the utility company every month for the life of the home, or would you rather spend $2,000 toward your mortgage, but have it all be toward equity on your home and none to the power company? Which home do you think will have more value when it comes time for resale? I think it is powerful when economic and ecologi-cal incentives work in concert, not in confl ict. Conserving energy has never felt so good!

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Sunset of the North Carolina Solar Tax Credit:thegoodnewsandthebadnewsBY KATHY MILLER

The good news is the federal income tax credit for renewable energy was extended in a last minute, almost unexpected, horse trade. The federal ITC provides a 30% tax incentive on all solar projects. In December 2015, Congress extended the credit out to 2019 with a step-down through 2022, and a project completion deadline of 2023 for some projects.

The less than good news, is that despite efforts of multiple groups and voters, the North Carolina General Assembly let the North Carolina state income tax credit for solar expire December 31, 2015. Solar companies that considered themselves competitors came together to petition Duke Energy CEO Lynn Good to urge extension of the tax incentive. Duke Energy itself used 164 mil-lion, half of the total tax credit, for its own solar projects.

The companies held press conferences, met with representatives, formed task groups, mobilized customer bases to contact legislators, worked with the NC Sustainable Energy Association, hoping public pressure would win the day for solar. NC Clean Energy Business Alliance held fund raisers for legislators who were open to the ben-efits of the tax credit and invited them to talk to solar companies.

With almost 90% of voters in North Carolina, both Democrats and Republicans, in favor of renewable energy, it seemed possible the state tax credit would be extended, and solar companies were cautiously optimistic. The companies saw it as an economic issue, as a boon to North Carolina jobs, 3159 of which were added in 2015, as the return to the economy of $1.54 for every dollar taken in tax credits, as the importance of $7 billion dollars in revenue.

Two Solar EconomiesThere are really two solar economies in North Carolina. There is the utility scale solar model, which generates lots of part-time jobs, and revenue for the counties and farms that realize an increase in the property taxes compared to vacant or farm land. Utility scale solar benefits investors and has been a jackpot to those inves-tors utilizing the tax incentives. The utility scale solar developers have made an important contribution to the economy of North Carolina by attracting money from outside the state.

But for the other solar economy, the one made up of homeowners who could finally afford to put 6 kilowatts of solar on their roof, to use the energy they generated, and accumulate excess credit for when they were not using their own energy, it was a boon. And to the small business owner, who could offset some of the taxes they owed with 20 to 100 kilowatts of solar that lowered their operating costs, and could have some assurance that their energy cost was fixed for the foreseeable future, it was an important benefit that might not have been feasible without the tax credit.

Sometimes we, some of us, lose sight of the fact that those among us who have the least need solar the most. Solar that would alle-viate high energy bills for lower socioeconomic groups, and that would protect them from rising electricity cost, is still out of reach for those who struggle to make a mortgage or car payment, who don’t have a high credit score, or who live in affordable housing. There are non-profits like NC WARN of Durham, N.C. and NextClimate of Carrboro, N.C. that have taken it as a mission to make solar accessible and affordable.

SolarizeThese non-profits have sponsored multiple Solarize programs, which use the volunteer base to do the outreach and mobilize the community for a grass roots solar initiative. Yes Solar Solutions was privileged to be chosen as an installer for seven of the Solarize programs. The model originated with a Department of Energy Sun Shot grant in 2009 in Portland OR, in which the city sponsored the program. The money the solar installer saves on marketing and customer acquisition results in savings to the participants. Further savings are realized with tiered pricing, in which the price goes down as more people sign up. The non-profits take a small percentage of each contract for administrative costs, which enable them to further their missions. In the case of NC WARN, the mission is to donate solar to other non-profits, churches and other lower income recipients. NextClimate helped fund a pole mounted solar array at a local middle school. The results are a win for the customer, a win for the solar installers and a win for the non-profit. The state tax credit made Solarize successful and resulted in half a megawatt of solar installed on rooftops.

Where Do We Go From Here?The extension of the federal tax credit has offered some certainty to solar installation companies for planning our businesses. And state tax credits are subject, as we have seen, to the vagaries of politics. An election year may change the climate toward solar, and it wouldn’t be too surprising to see another tax credit passed in the future.

But solar companies are either considering or already planning to expand or move jobs and resources from North Carolina to other states that have solar-friendly policies, like Georgia and South Carolina. Ironically, South Carolina, in an effort to duplicate the economic success of solar in North Carolina, passed a 25% state tax credit. In combination with utility rebates, the solar business in South Carolina is healthy and growing rapidly. Solar isn’t going away, in North Carolina, or anywhere!

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MONTERRANE746 Valley Lane, Pittsboro 2,580 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALEBUILDER: Brian Sawyer, Inc. 919-422-5656

SALES: Brian Sawyer, 919-422-5656

PLAN BY: Jim Spencer Architects, PA

DIRECTIONS: From Chapel Hill/Durham, take 15/501 South toward Pittsboro. Turn left on Mt. Gilead Church Road, just past Fearrington Village 2+ miles and turn left on Valley Lane, first Monterrane entrance. Go to the end of the street. Home is on the right.

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, SILVER• ENERGY STAR® Certified

• Sealed conditioned crawl space for healthy indoor air quality

• 2˝ x 6˝ exterior walls and advanced framing techniques

• Energy-saving Zip Board wall sheeting and air sealing package

• House orientation and large overhangs for future solar

• Tankless hot water heater delivers instant hot water efficiently

• 20 Seer HVAC, 2 stage variable speed air handler

• Spray foam insulation

• ERV fresh air system

• Marvin Integrity low-E argon filled windows

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, SILVER• Built to PassiveHouse standards

• Concrete exterior, metal roof

• Superinsulated: R-80 rafters, R-32 walls, R-20 floors

• Triple-pane fiberglass crank-out windows

• 1/2-ton ducted minisplit HVAC system

• ERV for 12 air changes/day

• LEDs throughout

• Stained concrete floors

• Site-milled oak and hickory trim

• Fun, open floorplan

421 Gynnis Creek Drive, Moncure 2,200 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALE

BUILDER: AnchorageBuildingCorp.com 919-240-5209. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AnchorageBuildingCorp.com

SALES: AnchorageBuildingCorp.com, 919.240.5209

PLAN BY: SunPlans.com


DIRECTIONS: Five miles south of Pittsboro Court House Circle on 501-S, take a right on Mount View Church Rd, left on Center Grove Church Road, right on Johnny Shaw Road 1 mile, right on Gynnis Creek Drive, 1/2 mile on left.

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DIRECTIONS: From Chapel/Durham: Take 15-501 South toward Pittsboro, turn left on Mt. Gilead Church Road just past Fearrington Village. Travel 1 mile and turn right onto Laurel Knoll Drive, then left on Harvest Lane.

DIRECTIONS: From Chapel Hill, take 15-501 South toward Pittsboro. Briar Chapel approximately 7 miles south on right. Follow Briar Chapel Parkway to the traffic circle. Make third right off circle onto Great Ridge Parkway. Home ahead on right. GPS: 35.820535, -79.106582

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Tankless hot water heater

• 2˝ x 6˝ exterior house wall studs provide extra insulation

• Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing in attic

• Stemwall slab foundation

• Low emissivity insulated windows

• 5” pre-finished hardwood flooring throughout main level

• Quartz countertops in the kitchen

• Direct vent gas fireplace

• Built in computer nook

• ENERGY STAR® Certified

• Triangle Builders Guild Member

BRIAR CHAPEL2120 Great Ridge Parkway, Chapel Hill1,740 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$281,665

BUILDER: Saussy Burbank 919-781-5225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.saussyburbank.comSALES: Saussy Burbank, 919-240-5800

PLAN BY: Saussy Burbank

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Situated on large acre lot overlooking pond with drought

tolerant grass lawn

• ENERGY STAR® Certified and tested for optimal energy savings

• LP Tech Shield radiant roof barrier

• Sealed conditioned crawl space helps indoor air quality

• Tankless water heater

• Low-E windows providing additional insulation value

• Programmable thermostat

• Fresh air ventilation for improved indoor air quality

• ENERGY STAR® rated appliances

THE HAMPTONS176 Harvest Lane, Pittsboro3,969 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $879,900

BUILDER: Arthur Rutenberg Homes 919-900-7090 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.arhomes.com

SALES: Arthur Rutenberg Homes, 919-704-8462

PLAN BY: Arthur Rutenberg Homes


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NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Site-finished hardwoods on first floor

• Quartz countertops

• ENERGY STAR® stainless steel appliances

• Programmable thermostats

• James Hardie® fiber cement siding

• LP Techshield Radiant Barrier Sheathing

• Rinnai tankless water heater

• Sealed and conditioned crawl space

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• Zoysia grass and drought-tolerant landscaping

BRIAR CHAPEL896 Tobacco Farm Way, Chapel Hill2,713 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $440,000

BUILDER: Drees Homes 919-844-9288 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.dreeshomes.com

SALES: Drees Homes, 919-903-8409

PLAN BY: Drees Homes

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• ENERGY STAR® Certified; certified green professionals on staff

• Rapid construction schedule, precisely calculated, to limit the exposure of the structure to the elements and reduce the impact on the surrounding environment

• Sealed, conditioned crawl space

• Advanced framing techniques and engineered wood products to improve resource efficiency without compromising structural integrity

• Zip wall system insures a tight thermal envelope and eliminates house wrap installation during construction and reduces the loss of conditioned air

• WaterSense plumbing fixtures — all faucets, toilets and showers fixtures certified by the EPA to reduce water usage, save money

• Plygem energy efficient windows

• Exterior is made with a fiber cement siding, which is a “no rot” material for a durable and lower maintenance home

• Properly sized and installed HVAC equipment, including programmable thermostats, 90% gas furnaces and 14 SEER air conditioning units

• Members of the Triangle Builder Guild

BRIAR CHAPEL293 Landover Circle, Chapel Hill3,519 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$571,900

BUILDER: Homes by Dickerson 919-847-4447 . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.HomesByDickerson.com

SALES: Homes by Dickerson, 919-917-3132

PLAN BY: J.G. Craig Designs


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DIRECTIONS: From I-40, travel South on 15/501 towards Pittsboro. Cross into Chatham County. Go 3.4 miles and turn right into Briar Chapel onto Briar Chapel Parkway. Go straight at the roundabout. Turn right onto second Tobacco Farm Way. This home is on the left.

DIRECTIONS: From I-40: S on 15/501, cross into Chatham County, go 3.4 miles, right onto Briar Chapel Pkwy, left onto Granite Mill Blvd, left onto Landover Circle. Home will be on your left.



NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, SILVER• Spray foam insulation with sealed basement and attic to build a

better thermal barrier for energy savings

• Whole house dehumidification with mechanical ventilation for better indoor air quality

• Dedicated return air ducts in all bedrooms for a consistent temperature throughout the home

• Low-E, argon filled windows to increase the insulation R value for added efficiency

• 15 SEER heat pump system for savings on utility bills

• James Hardie ColorPlus Siding provides a consistent baked-on finish resulting in lower maintenance and an exceptional warranty

• LED lighting package throughout the house for reducing energy costs and low maintenance

• Tankless hot water with recirculating pump for endless, instant hot water

• HERS Rating of 55. Built 45% more efficient than a standard built home for lower utility bills

• In-fill lot convenient to Midtown shopping, schools, parks, transportation. Former home on this lot was donated to Habitat for Humanity for deconstruction and reuse of materials

CHESTNUT HILLS1003 Collins Drive, Raleigh3,683 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $725,000

BUILDER: Grayson Homes, LLC 919-801-5434. . . . . . . . . . . . www.GraysonHomesOnline.com

SALES: Bateson Realty, 919-424-7245

PLAN BY: Frazier Home Design

W 2 WAKE COUNTY

DIRECTIONS: North on Six Forks from I-440. Left on Shelley Rd. Right on Wimbleton. Right on Dixon. Left on Collins Drive.

DIRECTIONS: From I-440 go North on Six Forks Road (North Hills Mall Exit). Left on Shelley Road (traffic light at intersection), immediate right onto Wimbleton Drive, then right on Dixon Drive. House on the left.

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Energy efficient home with enhanced comfort, health, and

durability

• High efficiency wall system: 2x6 advanced framed walls enhance comfort and energy savings

• High efficiency wall insulation: R-23 blown insulation enhances energy savings, comfort, and quiet

• High efficiency windows: Low-E and argon filled

• Interior comfort delivery system: all heating and cooling ducts in conditioned space

• High efficiency comfort equipment: 95% efficient gas furnace

• High capture filtration system: MERV 16 filter reduces indoor pollutants

• HERS score of 51 exceeds code built home by 36%

• Dry-by-Design foundation, house is built over a closed crawl space

• Advanced diagnostics: whole house leakage and duct system leakage tests

NORTH HILLS 5211 Dixon Drive, Raleigh3,431 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $725,000

BUILDER: Revolution Homes, LLC 919-536-2781 . . . . . . . . . . www.revolutionhomesraleigh.com

SALES: Revolution Homes, 919-536-2781

PLAN BY: Creative Residential Designs, LLC

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NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• ENERGY STAR® Certified; certified green professionals on staff

• Rapid construction schedule, precisely calculated, to limit the exposure of the structure to the elements and reduce the impact on the surrounding environment

• Sealed conditioned crawl space that creates healthier indoor air quality and increases the energy efficiency of the home

• Advanced framing techniques and engineered wood products to improve resource efficiency without compromising structural integrity

• Zip wall system insures a tight thermal envelope and eliminates house wrap installation during construction and reduces the loss of conditioned air

• WaterSense plumbing fixtures — all faucets, toilets and showers fixtures certified by the EPA to reduce water usage, save money

• Plygem energy-efficient windows

• Exterior is made with a fiber cement siding, which is a “no rot” material which creates a durable and lower maintenance home

• Properly sized and installed HVAC equipment, including programmable thermostats, 90% gas furnaces and 14 SEER air conditioning units

• Members of the Triangle Builder Guild

WENDELL FALLS1717 Iron Mill Drive, Wendell2,004 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $317,500

BUILDER: Homes by Dickerson 919-847-4447 . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.HomesbyDickerson.com

SALES: Homes by Dickerson Real Estate LLC, 919-917-3132

PLAN BY: Creative Residential Designs, LLC

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, GOLD• Exterior insulation wrap to reduce thermal bridging through

the framing

• On-demand hot water system to reduce waste and shorten wait for hot water

• ENERGY STAR® Cool Roof Coverings to reflect solar heat gain from the sun

• Spider-Spray Fiberglass Wall Insulation by Smith Insulation for superior insulation installation and reduce air infiltration

• Solar Reflective Roof Sheathing to reflect back solar radiated heat gail

• Boracare Termite System to permanently protect the home from termites

• WaterSense design of the plumbing system to conserve water

• Energy Recovery Ventilator to provide a constant supply of conditioned fresh air

• Extensive use of recycled materials to reduce waste

• Elaborate home owner’s manual and training

OAKDALE602 Holden Street, Raleigh2,618 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$815,000BUILDER: Beaman Building and Realty Inc. 919-608-2075. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.beamanbuilding.com

SALES: Beaman Building and Realty Inc., 919-608-2075

PLAN BY: Thomas Betts Custom Home Plans

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DIRECTIONS: Hwy 64/264 east toward Rocky Mount, take exit 427 onto Wendell Falls Parkway, turn right onto Daniel Ridge Road, left onto Iron Mill Drive. House will be on your right.



NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• ENERGY STAR® Certified

• Sealed and conditioned crawl space

• Tankless gas water heater

• 2x6 exterior framing for improved resource efficiency

• Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing

• Fresh air ventilation for improved air quality

• Low-E insulated windows

• High-efficiency HVAC system w/ programmable thermostats

• Award-winning floorplan featuring main floor owner’s suite

• Triangle Builder’s Guild Member

TWELVE OAKS405 Rambling Oaks Drive, Holly Springs3,887 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750,000

BUILDER: Saussy Burbank 919-781-5225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.saussyburbank.com

SALES: Fonville Morisey Barefoot, 919-926-5567


W 6 WAKE COUNTY

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• ENERGY STAR® Certified

• TechShield Radiant Barrier Roof Sheathing

• Insulation headers on exterior windows and doors

• State-of-the-art Plex-A plumbing

• Low-flow faucets and shower heads

• Extensive use of local materials and local manufacturers

• Raised Heel Truss System allowing for thicker insulation

• 15-Year transferable warranty

THE ATRIUM AT WOODCREEK205 River Falls Drive, Holly Springs3,885 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$705,180

BUILDER: M/I Homes 919-607-1317 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.mihomes.com

SALES: M/I Homes, 919-607-1317

PLAN BY: M/I Homes

DIRECTIONS: From Durham/N. Raleigh, take I-540W toward Holly Springs. Exit 543 (Hwy 55 to Holly Springs). Follow Hwy 55 to a right on New Hill Road at Target. Turn right at Twelve Oaks entrance onto Green Oaks Parkway. Straight through traffic circle, left onto Lively Oaks. Left onto Rambling Oaks. Home is ahead on the left. GPS: 35.662121, -78.879199

DIRECTIONS: From US-1: Take US-1 South to Ten Ten Rd., turn right. Travel 2 miles and turn right on Kildare Farm Rd. Follow Kildare Farm to Holly Springs Rd. and turn right. Take Holly Springs Road to Sunset Lake Rd. and turn right. Community is 1/3 mile up on the left. Go past the first entrance to the new, second entrance. Turn left into the commu-nity onto River Falls Road. Model is the first home on the left. FROM HWY 55 SOUTH: From Hwy 55 south turn left on E. Williams St. and left on Sunset Lake Rd. Turn right on River Falls Road. This is the new entrance to WoodCreek. Model is the first home on the left. IF USING A GPS DEVICE: Please use the address of this intersec-tion to get you to the community: 205 River Falls Dr, Apex

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NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, GOLD (projected)• Hybrid-modular design delivers resource efficiency – less

material to landfills

• Hybrid-modular design delivers healthier indoor air quality – modules built in controlled environment free of rain/moisture

• Floorplan and fenestration are designed for maximum efficiency and natural ventilation

• Window and door openings are properly oriented and shaded for better thermal comfort

• Exterior materials: metal, polygal, and cypress designed for durability, longevity and reduction in home maintenance

• High-performance thermal envelope for energy better thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality

• Spray on weather resistant house barrier on 2x6 exterior wall framing with a larger insulation cavity

• Closed and insulated crawl space

• Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) balanced fresh air exchange for better indoor air quality

• Manifold “home run” plumbing system with 3/8˝ diameter dedicated delivery lines

3240 Pickett Road, Durham 1,911 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALE

BUILDER: BuildSense 919-667-0404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.buildsense.com

SALES: BuildSense, 919-667-0404

PLAN BY: BuildSense

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, SILVER (projected)• Double-pane windows, low-E glazing

• High clerestory windows to increase natural lighting

• Generous overhangs to prevent summer heat gain

• Tree protection and erosion control

• Eco-friendly materials

• Construction recycling

• Aging-in-place design considerations.

• Metal roof for long life span and recycled content

• Tightly sealed building with zip panels and sealed crawl space

• Efficient HVAC system with ERV

1402 Ward Street, Durham1,930 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALEPLAN BY: Ellen Cassilly Architect, Inc. www.ellencassillyarchitect.com


SALES: Ellen Cassilly Architect, Inc., 919-949-9080

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DIRECTIONS: From Chapel Hill, take Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd towards Durham (15-501 N) and turn left on Garrett Rd. In one mile, turn right onto Pickett Rd. Destination will be on the left in roughly 250 feet. FROM RALEIGH: Take I-40 W towards Durham. Take exit 270 for US-15/US-501 toward Chapel Hill/Durham. Use the right 2 lanes to turn right onto Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd (15-501 N). In 1.4 miles, use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Garrett Rd. In one mile, turn right onto Pickett Rd. Destination will be on the left in roughly 250 feet.

DIRECTIONS: From Raleigh, take 40 West, merge onto NC147 N via Exit 279B toward Durham/Downtown. Take exit 13 for Chapel Hill Street and turn right onto W. Chapel Hill Street. Go .4 miles and turn left onto Kent Street. Go 1.1 mile and turn right onto Ward St. House is immediately on the right.



NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, SILVER (projected)• Comfort and efficiency: continuous rigid insulation on the floors

and walls and open cell spray foam cavity insulation throughout

• Comfort, efficiency, and strength: 2x6 advanced in-line framing and a larger insulation cavity

• Decreased water and energy use and increased comfort (hot water fast): manifold “home run” plumbing system with dedicated delivery lines

• Reduced energy use: highly efficient heat pump water heater

• Comfort and efficiency: highly efficient conventional heat pump and an extremely efficient ductless mini-split system for heating and cooling

• Comfort and health: concrete, ceramic tile, or wood floors and low- and no-VOC finishes throughout

• Comfort, health, and efficiency: an energy recovery ventilator for consistent and balanced ventilation

• Comfort and efficiency: high performance windows and doors

• Reduced water use and comfort: high-performance, low-flow plumbing fixtures and toilets

• Decreased maintenance: and increased quality of life: Interior and exterior low maintenance finishes

203 Laurel Avenue, Carrboro2,482 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALE


SALES: BuildSense, 919-667-0404

PLAN BY: BuildSense Architecture, P.C.

DIRECTIONS: From US-15 S/US-501 S, continue on NC-54 W. Continue straight onto NC-54 W/Fordham Blvd S for 1.9 miles. Take the Jones Ferry Rd exit toward Carrboro, and then turn right onto Jones Ferry Rd. In half a mile, turn right onto Laurel Avenue. Destination will be on the left. FROM NC 54 E: Take the Jones Ferry Road exit toward Carrboro. Turn left on Jones Ferry Rd. In .7 miles, turn right onto Laurel Avenue. Destination will be on the left.

DIRECTIONS: From I-40 take Exit 270 to US-15/US-501/Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd and turn north toward Durham. Proceed approxi-mately 1.4 miles then turn right on Garrett Rd. Go 1 mile to the first traffic light and turn left onto University Drive. Proceed 0.17 miles and turn right at the traffic light onto Old Chapel Hill Rd. After 0.2 miles turn left onto Northampton Road. 1008 Northampton Court is the first house on the right.

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• In-town location provides easy access to public transportation

and community resources and minimizes daily travel

• Optional garage detached from house improves indoor air quality

• Sustainable all-brick exterior finished with Roma BioCalce, a 92.5% natural mineral product that absorbs CO2

• Hardwood floors finished on site with Rubio Monocoat plant-based, sustainable, 0% VOC oil finish

• Correctly sized HVAC system with 90% efficient gas furnace, 14 SEER HVAC units and programmable thermostats

• Tankless water heater, WaterSense fixtures and TempAssure shower valves with volume control

• Zero-VOC interior paint and Green Label Plus carpeting

• Zip System sheathing and 2x6 exterior wall framing provide larger insulation cavity and reduced air leakage

• Sealed conditioned crawl space

• ENERGY STAR® Low-E2 windows

NORTHAMPTON COURT1008 Northampton Road, Durham2,640 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $578,000

BUILDER: B. Wallace Design & Construction 919-973-0862 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.bwallacebuilt.com

SALES: Neighborhood Sales & Marketing Group, 919-973-0862PLAN BY: B. Wallace Design & Construction

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NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• 2x6 exterior house wall construction

• Low-E double-pane insulated glass windows

• HERS rated

• Energy-efficient CFL light bulbs

• Fresh air ventilation intake

• Rooms are air pressure tested and balanced

• Tankless hot water heater

• Site-finished real oak hardwood flooring downstairs


• Triangle Builders Guild Member

CLAREMONT SOUTH105 Larkin Lane, Chapel Hill2,302 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,584

BUILDER: Saussy Burbank 919-781-5225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.saussyburbank.com

SALES: Saussy Burbank, 919-641-2093


O 3 ORANGE COUNTY

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, GOLD• Designed to be Net Zero

• Triple-pane tilt and turn windows (U-.14)

• Conditioning energy recovery ventilator

• 8 kW solar array

• Indoor air quality continuously monitored and maintained

• All LED lighting

• Passive solar orientation, thermal mass and generous overhangs

• Super airtight — .4 ACH @50 pascals

• Super-Insulated R20 Slab, R36 Walls, R60 Roof

• Robust wall assembly for air tightness and high R value (2 x 8s with R6 Zip Wall)

1012 Reaves Drive, Chapel Hill2,950 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALE

BUILDER: Newphire Building Corp. 919-928-2664. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.newphirebuilding.com

SALES: Newphire Building Corp., 919-928-2664

PLAN BY: Arielle Condoret Schechter

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DIRECTIONS: Take 54 west of Chapel Hill/Carrboro. Roughly 2 miles west of Carrboro Plaza, take a left onto Neville Road (used tire store on corner). Go 7/10ths of a mile and turn left onto Reaves Drive. The house is the third house on the right.

DIRECTIONS: From Raleigh I-40W. Take exit 266 onto NC-86 towards Chapel Hill. Turn left onto NC Hwy 86 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. After 1.7 miles turn right onto Homestead Rd. At 2.2 miles, turn left onto Claremont Drive. Turn left onto Larkin Lane. House is on left corner. GPS: 35.940, -79.089



NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• High-efficiency tankless water heater

• 14 SEER HVAC Units

• Radiant Barrier Sheathing

• HERS Rating 57

• Whole house ventilation system

• ENERGY STAR® dishwasher

• Low-E insulated windows

• 90% efficiency gas furnace

• Low-flow toilets

• Energy efficient house wrap

FOREST RIDGE301 Clarkson Ridge Lane, Hillsborough4,006 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $669,000

BUILDER: Wardson Construction, Inc. 919-462-0775. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.wardson.com

SALES: Chase Properties, Inc., 919-245-8411

PLAN BY: Westpark Designs

O 5 ORANGE COUNTY

DIRECTIONS: From Hwy 147 in Durham, take I-85 exit. Take the second NC-86 exit. Make a right onto Hwy 70-A. Take a left onto Quincy Cottage Road (into Forest Ridge). Turn left onto Clarkson Ridge Lane. This home is on the corner.

DIRECTIONS: From Raleigh and Durham: Take NC-147 North and I-85 South. Take exit 165 from I-85 South. Turn right onto NC-86 North. Turn right onto US-70 BUS East. Arrive at Forest Ridge. Turn left onto Quincy Cottage Road. House is on right. GPS: 36.065, -79.079

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• 2x6 exterior house wall construction

• Low-E double-pane insulated glass windows

• HERS rated

• Energy-efficient CFL light bulbs

• Fresh air ventilation intake

• Rooms are air pressure tested and balanced

• Site-finished real oak hardwood flooring

• Tankless gas hot water heater

• Tech Shield radiant barrier roof sheathing


FOREST RIDGE1102 Quincy Cottage Road, Hillsborough2,892 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$439,557

BUILDER: Saussy Burbank 919-781-5225, www.saussyburbank.com

SALES: Saussy Burbank, 919-641-2093


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NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Advanced framing techniques used

• Radiant barrier roof sheathing

• Sealed crawl space

• Carpets are CRI Green label certified

• All trash is removed and taken to a certified recycling center

• Both HVAC units are 90% efficient


• Drought-resistant grass

• Plumbing fixtures are WaterSense rated

• Tankless gas water heater

FOREST RIDGE200 Dogwood Bloom, Hillsborough3,967 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $645,000

BUILDER: Legacy Custom Homes 919-781-3800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.legacycustomhomes.com

SALES: Chase Properties, 919-428-1181

PLAN BY: Frazer Home Design, LLC

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE• Watersense toilets and lavatories

• High-efficiency tankless hot water heater

• CRI Green certified carpet

• Low-VOC insulation


• 90% efficient gas furnaces

• ENERGY STAR® Certified home

• Multiple biobased products used

• Greater than 50% construction debris recycled

• Advanced framing techniques used

FOREST RIDGE313 Clarkson Ridge Lane, Hillsborough3,591 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $599,000

BUILDER: Amward Homes 919-319-6162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.amwardhomes.com

SALES: Chase Properties, 919-245-8411

PLAN BY: Westpark Designs

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DIRECTIONS: From Raleigh and Durham, take NC-147 North to I-85 South. Take exit 165. Turn right onto NC-86 North. Turn right onto US-70 BUS East. Forest Ridge is on the left. Once in Forest Ridge take the first left on Dogwood Bloom Ln. House on the rightFROM CHAPEL HILL: Take NC-86 North and cross over I-40 and I-85. Turn right onto US-70 BUS East. Forest Ridge is on the left. Once in Forest Ridge take the first left on Dogwood Bloom Ln. House on the right.

DIRECTIONS: From NC -147 take 1-85 South. Take exit 165 and turn right on NC-86 North. Turn right onto US-70 BUS East. Turn left into Forest Ridge on Quincy Cottage Rd. Turn left on Clarkson Ridge Ln. Home will be on the left. GPS: 36.067300, -79.081089



NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, BRONZE • Home Innovations (applied)

• ENERGY STAR® qualified

• 2014 NAHB Certified Green Professional of the Year

• Energy Recovery Ventilator for constant and balanced ventilation

• Planned control construction schedule with detailed material delivery dates limits material exposure

• Sealed crawl space for better energy efficiency

• Advanced framing techniques with renewable engineered wood products

• AirRenew Gypsum Board

• Radiant roof barrier

• Solar ready

PLEASANT GREEN FARMS471 Winding River Road, Hillsborough3,912 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,010,000

BUILDER: Collins Design-Build, Inc. 919-422-2818 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.collinsdesignbuild.com

SALES: Peak Swirles & Cavallito, 919-422-2818

PLAN BY: L. Mitchell Ginn/ Chad D. Collins

DIRECTIONS: From I-85, Exit 170 to To Pleasant Green Road. Turn right into Pleasant Green Farms Neighborhood.

DIRECTIONS: Take Exit 164 off of I-85. Head north toward downtown Hillsborough. Go through downtown and turn left onto W. Corbin Street. Stay straight to go onto Revere Road. The house is on your left. If you reach Nash Street, you have gone too far.

NGBS GREEN CERTIFIED, GOLD• Designed to be nearly Net Zero

• 5.4 kW solar array

• Super-Insulated R20 Slab, R36 Walls, R60 Roof

• Insulated Ideal precast concrete foundation

• Triple Pane tilt and turn European windows, .11U-value

• Conditioning Energy Recovery Ventilator efficiently provides healthy indoor air

• Super airtight — .6 ACH @50 Pascals

• Whole house generator

• All LED lighting

415 Revere Road, Hillsborough2,012 SF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CUSTOM HOME, NOT FOR SALE

BUILDER: Newphire Building Corp. 919-928-2664. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.newphirebuilding.com

SALES: Newphire Building Corp., 919-928-2664

PLAN BY: Jay Fulkerson

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This place is made for me.When she isn’t nurturing the community garden, Lily is excelling in art classes

at school or chasing her dog, Missy, through 900 acres of open space with

neighborhood friends. She even slows down long enough for movie nights at the

Briar Club and evenings on her front porch. Briar Chapel is defi nitely made for

her—see how it’s made for you at BCNC.com.

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of the Triangle

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Among the treetops, inside the classrooms of Lake Myra Elementary,

and with a close connection to the Research Triangle, the families

of Wendell Falls will turn trailblazing into an art form.

Find your side of the Triangle. WendellFalls.com

A New-Home Community in Wake County

Fewer than 15 miles from Raleigh

Priced from the high $100,000s – $500,000s

Built entirely with ecoSelect homes

Dan Ryan Builders • Garman Homes Fresh Paint by Garman Homes Homes By Dickerson • LennarM/I Homes • Wynn Homes

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NASH Wendell Falls, LLC (“Fee Owner”) is the owner and developer of the Wendell Falls Community (“Community”). Certain homebuilders unaffiliated with the Fee Owner or its related entities (collectively, “Wendell Falls”) are building homes in the Community (“Builder(s)”). Fee Owner has retained Newland Communities solely as the property manager for the Community. North America Sekisui House has an interest in one of the members in Fee Owner. Newland Communities and North America Sekisui House are not co-developing, co-building, or otherwise responsible for any of the obligations or representations of any of the Builders, and shall have no obligations to any buyer regarding a home purchase from a Builder. Purchasers of homes from any of the Builders waive any claims against Newland Communities and/or North America Sekisui House arising out of their purchase transaction. • Actual development may vary from developer’s vision. No guarantee can be made

that development will proceed as described. • Prices, speci� cations, details and availability of Builder’s homes are subject to change without notice. • 2016 © Wendell Falls. All Rights Reserved. Wendell Falls is a trademark of NASH Wendell Falls, LLC, and may not be copied, imitated or used, in whole or in part, without prior written permission.


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The Pioneer of Green Building in the Triangle.

For over 30 years Cimarron has been building affordable •

energy effi cient • marvelous homes throughout the Triangle

and Triad. We committed to building 100% of our homes to

NAHB Green Certifi cation standards in 2006 and to Energy

Star certifi cation standards even earlier, in 2005. Why?

Because Green- and Energy Star-Certifi ed homes consume less

energy and other resources, facilitate better indoor air quality,

and provide a durable product requiring less maintenance.

Customers enjoy long term savings due to the Green and energy

effi cient systems included in each home. We thought these

valuable programs made sense years ago, and we continue to

think they make sense today.

If you’re seeking a home that’s

affordable • energy effi cient • marvelous,

and environmentally responsible to boot,

look no further. Whether we build on

your lot or ours, Cimarron will

build the home you’ve always wanted,

exactly the way you want it.

Contact us today to learn more!

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