COLUMBIA, MD - Enterprise Homes, Inc. joined Howard County Executive Ken Ulman, Howard County Councilman Calvin Ball, Howard County Housing and Community Development Deputy Secretary Clarence J. Snuggs, Howard County Housing and Community Development Director Stacy Spann, Representatives Guy J. Guzzone and Shane E. Pendergrass and local residents to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sierra Woods Apartments in the Village of Long Reach neighborhood of Columbia in Howard County. Sierra Woods Apartments is a completely renovated community of 158 affordable and environmentally sustainable rental homes for families.
"I'm pleased that Sierra Woods Apartments offers Howard County families the latest in sustainable design and has been maintained as an affordable housing community," said Howard County Executive Ken Ulman.
The Sierra Woods Apartments consists of 28 one-bedroom, 75 two-bedroom, 39 three-bedroom and 16 four-bedroom units including apartments and townhomes. The property was built in 1975. Renovations to the development meet the Enterprise Green Communities standard and included updates to mechanical systems and living areas including the kitchens and baths. Water-conserving plumbing fixtures, Energy Star appliances, energy-saving light fixtures and green label carpeting throughout contribute to a healthy, sustainable living environment.
"Sierra Woods will help preserve much-needed affordable housing in Columbia. We are pleased to help renovate and enhance Sierra Woods and to create a sustainable community for the local workforce," said Chickie Grayson, president of Enterprise Homes.
Financing for Sierra Woods comes from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, Enterprise Community Investment, Inc., U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development and Enterprise Green Communities.
Sierra Woods is located within walking distance of a variety of retail, service and recreational opportunities including the Long Reach Village Center. The property provides immediate access to a pedestrian and bike path with miles of trails throughout Columbia.
The Enterprise Green Communities initiative is the first national green building program focused entirely on affordable housing. It provides financing, funding and expertise to enable developers to build and rehabilitate homes that are smartly located, healthier, water conserving, more energy efficient and better for the environment - without compromising affordability.
Enterprise is a leading provider of the development capital and expertise it takes to create decent, affordable homes and rebuild communities. For more than 25 years, Enterprise has introduced neighborhood solutions through public-private partnerships with financial institutions, governments, community organizations and others that share our vision. Enterprise has raised and invested more than $10 billion in equity, grants and loans to help build or preserve more than 250,000 affordable rental and for-sale homes to create vital communities. Enterprise is currently investing in communities at a rate of $1 billion a year. Visit www.enterprisecommunity.org and www.enterprisecommunity.com to learn more about Enterprise's efforts to build communities and opportunity.
Source: Enterprise Homes