Features and technical info

 

What’s inside. All the details.

POLYCORP is known for its commitment to creating homes that leave a much smaller carbon footprint than traditional building techniques. Some things to keep in mind about Mont Blanc’s green factor.

Built with an ICF perimeter

Floors are concrete & steel

Central building Heat Recovery ventilation systems

Double-glazed windows with low E-argon glass – this helps keep the UV rays out, and the argon give better insulation. For me: low-emissivity (Low-E) helps reduce heat transfer, improving a building’s energy efficiency

Moderate fenestration – ahead of the curve and building code

Peter’s explanation: Fenestration – windows – moderate fenestration. When you have a curtain wall of glass, you have high fenestration meaning lots of heat loss. Small windows mean a dark unit. We hit the sweet spot in the middle with moderate fenestration. Building code is moving this way – away from the waste of energy inherent with curtain walls so, we are already ahead of the curve here too.

 

All plumbing fixtures have been updated

We have balanced recirculation on the hot water, just installed state-of-the-art balancing valves

Peter’s explanation: Other item is our balanced recirculation on the hot water  – the recirc line provides a small amount of flow all the time so you don’t waste water waiting for it to warm up – just installed state of the art balancing valves for helping within the building to balance the water recirc – Even though 20 years old – better than what many are doing today.

Shower heads 5.7L flow rate

Water consumption is a fraction of what’s found in other buildings at 3.7 flow rates in kitchen & bath with a Neoperl aerator

Peter’s explanation: 3.7 flow rates in kitchen & bath, Neoperl aerator – once you go above 20lbs water pressure – get the exact same flow rate – standardizes so the people on the first floor get the same pressure n the top floor – the first floor tends to waste more water – water consumption is a fraction of other buildings – all changed in the last three years – Swiss company.

Toilets will be replaced with 3.8L flush rates; even though these buildings are almost 20 years old, the water side is state-of-the-art

Roof minimum R value is R20 – insulation is sloped so the average comes out to R30 (we were way ahead of time all those years ago and are still ahead of many!)

Generation 2 LED bulbs with a lumens per watt of 100, on motion sensors, are in the parking lots

Common area bulbs will be upgraded to LEDs

Blinds are provided in each suite to further assist with heating and cooling

 

Updates in suite:

All suites will have brand new appliances. Fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher will be stainless steel; the new washer/dryer will be stacked and EnergyStar rated

Suites will have air conditioning via a small heat pump condenser on the deck with a head in the living room

Suites will have hard surface flooring throughout.

New porcelain tile in the entry, kitchen and bathrooms (note to me: address ceramic tile)

Either new or like-new vinyl hardwood plank flooring throughout

Common areas will be completely repainted and redecorated (note to me: maybe a rendering of what it’s to look like?)

Flooring in the main lobby as well as the elevator lobbies on floors 2, 3, and 4 will be upgraded to porcelain tile

Corridors were upgraded to carpet tile approximately 10 years ago

Cladding has been upgraded to corrugated aluminum 2023 / 2024

All countertops in the kitchen & bathrooms have already been upgraded to granite

Finals bits:

Heating is hot water baseboard, on a central system and will be included in the condo fees

Address the Parking possibilities (these notes were for appraisal purposes)

Parking: Mont Blanc has a combination of underground and surface parking in the following configuration per building:

52 interior stalls

34 stalls [53% of the suites] are what we call “tandem”, allowing the resident of a suite to park one car behind the other, giving them two interior, heated spaces. This tandem configuration is highly unusual

Only 12 suites will need to park outside

For appraisal purposes, assume the basic suites include a single deeded space. Tandem spaces will likely be priced at a premium. Some purchasers will have end up with surface parking outside as their only choice – likely the late purchasers.

 

 

Info on fenestration for me:

Fenestration is an integral component of construction that goes beyond simply providing light and ventilation. It plays a key role in energy efficiency, comfort, aesthetic appeal, and sustainability. By selecting the right materials, design strategies, and placement of fenestration elements, building owners and architects can create structures that are not only functional but also visually stunning and energy-efficient.

 

fenestration refers to the arrangement, design, and placement of openings in a structure, primarily windows, doors, skylights, and other openings that allow light, air, and views to enter a building. It is a critical component that influences the overall energy efficiency, comfort, and appearance of a building. Understanding Fenestration in Construction: A Comprehensive Guide