The Fireside
115 Shoreline Highway - Mill Valley, CA 94941
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Energy
Energy use and generation:
On-site generation: solar/photovoltaics
Superior Insulation - (i.e. cellulose or formaldehyde free)
Space heating and cooling:
Gas furnace at least 90% efficient
Radiant heating zoned or hydronic
Appliances and equipment:
Refrigerator meets or exceeds ENERGY STAR standard
Windows open
Lighting:
Energy efficient lighting fixtures
Energy efficient bulbs
Water
Surface water management:
Bioswale(s)
Ecoroof, roof garden, green roof
Water reuse:
Rainwater harvesting system (i.e. rain barrels or cistern)
Indoor water use:
Dual-flush toilets
Building Surroundings
Nearby amenities:
Public transit nearby
Landscaping:
Use of drought tolerant plants
Use of native plants
Building Materials
Interior finishes:
Low/No VOC interior paint
Low/No VOC adhesives or solvents
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood
Rapidly renewable materials (i.e. bamboo, cork)
Recycled content in carpet or cushions
Carpet Rug Industry green label (or green label plus)
Exterior:
Recycled or Low/No VOC paint exterior
Design and construction planning:
Use of recycled-content materials
Operations
Shared resources:
Garden space or other outdoor area
Indoor environmental quality:
Dedicated outdoor air supply for each unit
Other Green Features
Building performance exceeds Title 24 by 15%. Diverted a minimum of 50% of our construction and demolition waste. Unit window design makes use of natural ventilation.
Occupancy restrictions:
Income limits apply to all units
Contact owner for details
Property features:
Onsite parking - indoor
Historic building
Easy access to public transport
Easy access to highways
Wheelchair access
Number of units (multifamily only):
50
The Fireside Apartments is a 50-unit transit-oriented affordable housing development that will serve low-income families and seniors. A total of 20 units of this property will serve formerly homeless families and seniors with disabilities. Eligible low-income families and seniors will earn between 15% and 60% of the area median income (AMI). The architectural design emphasizes sustainable development and building methods and features the adaptive reuse of the historic Fireside Inn building.
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