Community Features at Alton in Palm Beach Gardens FL

Green Features

LIVE HEALTHY

At Alton, Kolter Homes is developing a community that caters to a healthy lifestyle both inside and out. Alton is designed to be highly walkable and offers residents a variety of recreation & fitness amenities, lakeside walkways and parks. Inside the homes, Kolter has incorporated features designed for efficiency, comfort, healthy living and convenience.

To underscore and support our "Live Healthy" commitment, Kolter Homes is building and developing Alton's homes and community at and above some of the highest standards in the industry. Read below to learn more about how these standards and certifications benefit Alton homebuyers with greater energy savings, healthier home ecosystems and overall contributes to a greener, sustainable environment.


Alton is designed to provide environmental, economic & health benefits with homes constructed using materials such as low VOC paints, energy efficient appliances and more...
click logo to learn more	Healthy Homes ♦ Limits moisture problems that attract pests and contribute to mold ♦ Provides a level of fresh air that improves indoor living ♦ Reduces indoor pollutants through smart product selection and fresh air ventilation Operating Efficiencies ♦ Creates energy & water savings through strategic equipment selection & sizing ♦ Sound building science principles that provide meaningful savings for residents and operators ♦ Controls maintenance costs through durable construction products and techniques Sustainable Lifestyle ♦ Community design that promotes walkability ♦ Limits time burden for home or building maintenance ♦ Provides environmental benefits to the community

Alton homes are designed with features such as a fresh air intake system to provide fresh air & eliminate pollutants inside the home
click logo to learn more	Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design ♦ LEED homes are built to be healthy, providing clean indoor air and incorporating safe building materials to ensure a comfortable home ♦ Using less energy and water means lower utility bills each month ♦ LEED certified homes are designed to maximize fresh air indoors and minimize exposure to airborne toxins and pollutants

Alton homes are built with an in-home automatic irrigation system utilizing lake or reclaimed water to reduce potable water consumption
click logo to learn more	The Florida Green Building Coalition By choosing to build green, you have chosen to reduce the burden on the environment and add value to your home through a voluntary Florida green home designation as administered by the Florida Green Building Coalition. Benefits of Green Certified Homes according to FGBC: ♦ Enhances the profitability of resale ♦ Enhances the affordability of operation ♦ Enhances the indoor air quality of the home ♦ Increases the durability of the home ♦ Provides for greater access to mortgage money

As part of Kolter Homes' commitment to sustainable living & energy efficient design & construction, Energy Star products are featured throughout Alton
click logo to learn more	Energy Complete Thermal Enclosure System ♦ Energy Star appliances deliver approximately 20% savings on annual utility bills ♦ Indoor air quality is enhanced by reducing dust, pollen, insects and excessive humidity ♦ Advanced technologies which require less energy for heating, cooling and water heating Energy Complete Heating & Cooling System ♦ Efficient equipment which uses less energy and operates at reduced noise levels ♦ Trained HVAC professionals use proper design & quality installation practices ♦ A constant source of filtered air to reduce indoor air pollutants Other Energy Efficient Features Include ♦ Proper storage of selection of materials helps prevent water and mold damage in your home ♦ Advanced lighting using Energy Star certified fixtures and bulbs offering significant savings & longevity ♦ Energy Star Certified Appliances are used, adding to performance, quality and durability

Environmentally sustainable central air conditioning & heating improve the homes energy efficiency & savings
click logo to learn more	Homes are BuildSmart® certified by FPL ♦ Homes with a higher standard of energy performance ♦ FPL approved closure systems for all duct system connections ♦ Certified as both BuildSmart® and ENERGY STAR® performance homes ♦ BuildSmart® homes include energy-efficiency analysis and recommendations, testing of HVAC air duct systems by trained FPL inspectors and verification of energy-efficient upgrades ♦ BuildSmart® homes save up to 30% on energy bills, compared with non-BuildSmart® homes

Green Features

Community Features at Alton in Palm Beach Gardens FL

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