Construction on net zero workforce housing development begins in Breckenridge

By Elisabeth Monaghan

Photo courtesy of Gorman & Company.

On August 9, Gorman & Company, in partnership with the Town of Breckenridge, broke ground on Phase II of the Net Zero neighborhood, Alta Verde, in the McCain subdivision of Breckenridge, Colo.

Phase II of Alta Verde provides sustainable, affordable housing for the local community. The initial phase of the project is nearing completion and includes affordable and market-rate housing options.

Photo courtesy of Gorman & Company.

Alta Verde Workforce will provide 172 apartment homes located within four buildings serving those earning between 80% and 120% of the Area Median Income. The project will include studio, one, two, and three-bedroom units. Future residents will have direct access to the Summit Stage bus routes and the Blue River Bikeway.

“Similar to other resort towns, Breckenridge has a dire need for affordable housing to serve our locals and workforce. We expect this project alone, will serve as a home to over 330 members of our community. We are excited to team up with Gorman to build what we believe to be, the largest affordable, net zero, all-electric housing development in Colorado,” said Melanie Leas, housing construction manager for the Town of Breckenridge.

Along with accessibility, the innovative design of Alta Verde Workforce is expected to reduce energy consumption through highly efficient insulation and building specifications. An on-site solar panel array will then offset the energy demand from the development.

For more information, visit https://www.gormanusa.com.