Green Roofs in Charlotte uptown!

Charlotte Real Estate gets a little Greener!

Just think, instead of going out for a picnic at lunch, if you work at the Federal Reserve Bank (of Richmond) in Charlotte at the corner of Trade and Caldwell street, you will be heading to the roof!

The $1.87 million renovation project has been in the making since mid 2006, when the Feds discovered severe deterioration in the seems of the roof.  Both traditional and envionmental roof repair were bid out.  But the higher cost was justifed because of the 6% - 8% annual energy savings and the clean water runoff that is produced.

There are 48,000 square feet of plant life and rock/soil that will cover the 72,000 sq. foot roof!  The idea is the plants will grow and re-seed, they will within two years cover the area and can absorb at least an inch of rain.  The first attempt at a green roof was attempted at Discovery Place, but the drought was not anticipated, and a drip irragation system has been installed for this attempt.  The plantings are perennials which are used to arid mountainous regions.

The picture and contents are from a recent article written in the Charlotte Business Journal by staff writer, Susan Stabley.  The words are my own. 

Keith is a Realtor with Golden Realty in the South Charlotte area. He is a member of the National, North Carolina, and Charlotte Association of Realtors. I used to belong to the Long Island board of realtors, making happy homes for people there. Now, I have finally convinced my wife to move down to Charlotte from Long Island, NY. So if you're ready to move into a fine area or you're ready to move on out, then give me a call at 704-607-4729. I want what’s best for... ...our Neighbors, our Friends, our Families!

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