SWM Retrofit Project

Faith United Church of Christ

SLS was pleased to partner with Huska Consulting and Green Compass to provide as-built survey data in support of stormwater management improvements at this site in the Michigan Park area of DC.

The project entailed renovation of the existing parking area and installation of a bio-retention facility to treat and detain stormwater.

Find out more about Green Compass and their great work here: https://www.greencompass.co/

PV rooftop solar retrofit project

Village at Chesapeake

SLS is delighted to partner once again with Flywheel Development to provide existing conditions survey data in support of planned rooftop and carport-mounted solar installations for 13 buildings at this existing multi-family development in Anacostia.

Flywheel Development is a "real estate development company that focuses on rebuilding urban neighborhoods and...projects that draw on the best of historic design and follow the latest in sustainable practices" Find out more  at http://www.flywheeldevelopment.com/

 

Affordable Housing Renovation

R Street, NW

Construction is now complete at two multi-family apartment buildings in the Logan Circle area and SLS was pleased to provide stormwater management data in support of DoEE occupancy approval.

The properties were renovated by Ritch Homes and provide rent-subsidized apartments for low income families under the umbrella of Standard Communities, which invests private capital to "create, preserve, and improve workforce housing nationwide...providing residents with stability and opportunities for upward mobility"

For more information on Standard Communities work, click here https://www.standard-communities.com/

 

 

Affordable Housing Renovation

8th Street, NW

SLS is delighted to partner with Huska Consulting, Bell Architects and Mi Casa to provide existing site conditions data in support of planned renovations at this multi-family apartment building in Petworth.

This property is part of Mi Casa, Inc.'s Affordable Rental Program, which aims to counter the falling number of affordable rental properties in DC by "acquiring and developing long-term, affordable renovated rental housing", specifically targeting "buildings which were previously neglected and at risk of being converted into high-end condos, and where individuals and families with low-incomes were at risk of being displaced"

For details on how to apply for residency at this property, click here https://micasa-inc.org/programs/affordablerentalprogram/

Residential SWM/Green Roof Project

Wisconsin Avenue, NW

Construction is now complete at this multi-family apartment building in Glover Park, and SLS was delighted to provide as-built survey data for the huge 6,500 square foot green roof in support of stormwater management approval for occupancy.

The SWM requirements are a part of the wider Eco-Friendly Living initiative, operated by DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), which aim to "help District residents and homeowners save energy and money, protect the natural environment, and reduce or limit risks of exposure to indoor health and safety threats"

Find out more about these initiatives here: https://doee.dc.gov/service/eco-friendly-living

Affordable Housing Renovation

Cedar Street Apartments

SLS is delighted to partner with Huska Consulting, Wiencek + Associates and Wesley Housing to provide as-built bioretention data in support of DOEE occupancy approval for this project in Takoma. The property offers 30 apartment units, all of which are reserved for applicants at 30%, 60% or 80% of Area Median Income (AMI).

Wesley Housing aims to "build up the lives of our most vulnerable community members by creating and operating healthy, inclusive, stable, affordable housing communities and providing supportive resident services" https://wesleyhousing.org/

For details on how to apply for residency at this property, click here https://wesleypropertymanagement.com/property/410-cedar-street-nw/

PV rooftop solar retrofit project

Fairfax Village

SLS is delighted to partner once again with Flywheel Development to provide existing conditions survey data in support of planned rooftop solar installations for 17 buildings at this existing multi-family condominium development in Anacostia.

Flywheel Development is a "real estate development company that focuses on rebuilding urban neighborhoods and...projects that draw on the best of historic design and follow the latest in sustainable practices" Find out more  at http://www.flywheeldevelopment.com/

 

SWM/Solar Retrofit Project

Northeastern Presbyterian Church

**UPDATE: Construction is now complete and the SWM facility looks great!**

SLS is pleased to partner with Huska Consulting and DCRA Environmental to provide construction staking in support of planned improvements at the NEPC campus in the Woodridge area of DC.

The project will renovate the existing parking area, with installation of PV solar arrays to provide Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and a bio-retention facility to treat and detain stormwater.

Find out more about RECs here: https://www.epa.gov/green-power-markets/renewable-energy-certificates-recs

Residential SWM/Green Roof Project

Sheridan Street, NW

SLS worked with Huska Consulting to provide as-built survey data in support of stormwater management approval at this multi-family building in Brightwood.

The SWM requirements are a part of the wider Eco-Friendly Living initiative, operated by DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), which aim to "help District residents and homeowners save energy and money, protect the natural environment, and reduce or limit risks of exposure to indoor health and safety threats"

Find out more about these initiatives here: https://doee.dc.gov/service/eco-friendly-living

School Greening/LID Project

DOEE RiverSmart Schools 2021

SLS is pleased to once again provide survey data for three new DC Public School sites in support of planned Low Impact Development (LID) schoolyard greening projects under the DOEE RiverSmart program.

This innovative program aims to reduce the volume and improve the quality of stormwater run-off into the Chesapeake Bay via DC's built environment by "incorporating landscape design principles that create habitat for wildlife, emphasize the use of native plants, highlight water conservation, and retain and filter stormwater runoff. They have the added benefits of an outdoor classroom that supports effective teaching practices and promotes student learning.

Creating wetlands, ponds and meadows or planting trees, shrubs and gardens can add beauty and diversity to a site, while fostering ecological awareness and "big picture" thinking in those who participate. These projects will teach gardening and community service skills, improve the aesthetics of school grounds, and build student and community pride." https://doee.dc.gov/service/riversmart-schools

Affordable Housing Renovation

Riley-Cheeks House

SLS provided existing conditions data in support of waterproofing and drainage improvements at this low-income apartment building in tandem with General Services, Inc. & DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD).

For a list of available DHCD housing, use their free search engine here https://www.dchousingsearch.org/

Find out more about GSI's project capabilities here http://www.gsidcworld.com/

Residential SWM/Green Roof Project

40th Place, NW

SLS worked with Huska Consulting to provide as-built survey data in support of stormwater management approval at two adjoining properties in Glover Park.

The SWM requirements are a part of the wider Eco-Friendly Living initiative, operated by DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), which aim to "help District residents and homeowners save energy and money, protect the natural environment, and reduce or limit risks of exposure to indoor health and safety threats"

Find out more about these initiatives here: https://doee.dc.gov/service/eco-friendly-living

ADA Access Retrofit

Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral

SLS provided existing conditions survey data in support of the design of a new, permanent ADA access ramp at the Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Cleveland Park. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a "civil rights law that protects people with different types of disabilities from discrimination in all aspects of social life...(and which) requires that all programs offered through the District of Columbia must be accessible to and usable by people with disabilities".

https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm

https://odr.dc.gov/page/rights-under-ada

Affordable Housing Renovation

Maycroft Apartments

**UPDATE: Construction is now complete, providing newly-renovated "justice housing" for 64 vulnerable, low income families, as well as pre-school education and no-cost food markets, both provided by Martha's Table.**

https://www.jubileehousing.org/2017/07/31/jubilee-housing-launches-renovation-of-maycroft-apartments/

https://marthastable.org/education-programs/

https://marthastable.org/health-wellness-programs/

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SLS provided construction staking & co-ordination for a major renovation of 64 affordable dwelling units in tandem with Jubilee Housing & DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD). The project will utilize funds from the DHCD Housing Production Trust Fund (HPTF) and the units will be reserved for tenants under 30% of area mean income (AMI).

SWM/Playground Renovation Project

Elsie Whitlow Stokes Community Freedom PCS

SLS  partnered once again with Natural Resources Design (NRD) to provide existing conditions survey data in support of planned stormwater management improvements and playground renovations at E.W. Stokes PCS in Brookland.

Find out more about NRD's work here: http://www.naturalresourcesdesign.com/

 

 

SWM/Green Infrastructure Projects

Palisades Recreation Center, Fort Greble Spray Park & Douglass Community Center

SLS again worked with Natural Resources Design to provide existing conditions survey data in support of planned stormwater management improvements at three DC Department of Parks and Recreation sites in different parts of the city.

The projects are operated by DC Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) under the Green Infrastructure program, including "rain gardens, green roofs, and similar practices which provide many environmental and economic benefits and protect against the harmful impacts of stormwater runoff"

Find out more about these initiatives here: https://doee.dc.gov/service/doee%E2%80%99s-green-infrastructure-programs

PV rooftop solar retrofit project

EQ Flats Condominium

SLS provided existing conditions survey data in support of planned rooftop solar installations at this existing multi-family development in Anacostia's Congress Heights in partnership with Flywheel Development and Building Partnerships, LLC.

Flywheel Development is a "real estate development company that focuses on rebuilding urban neighborhoods and...projects that draw on the best of historic design and follow the latest in sustainable practices" Find out more  at http://www.flywheeldevelopment.com/

Building Partnerships, LLC act as "developer partner to tenant associations and co-ops... help tenants achieve their housing goals...and specialize in affordable housing". More info about their work can be found at https://www.bp-dc.com

School Greening/LID Project

DOEE RiverSmart Schools 2019

SLS provided existing conditions information for three new DC Public School sites in support of planned Low Impact Development (LID) schoolyard greening projects under the DOEE RiverSmart program.

This innovative program aims to reduce the volume and improve the quality of stormwater run-off into the Chesapeake Bay via DC's built environment by "incorporating landscape design principles that create habitat for wildlife, emphasize the use of native plants, highlight water conservation, and retain and filter stormwater runoff. They have the added benefits of an outdoor classroom that supports effective teaching practices and promotes student learning.

Creating wetlands, ponds and meadows or planting trees, shrubs and gardens can add beauty and diversity to a site, while fostering ecological awareness and "big picture" thinking in those who participate. These projects will teach gardening and community service skills, improve the aesthetics of school grounds, and build student and community pride." https://doee.dc.gov/service/riversmart-schools

Park/Playground Renovation Project

Walter Pierce Park

SLS will partner with Natural Resources Design to provide existing conditions survey data in support of planned improvements, including new playground equipment and park amenities, improved lighting and signage, new dog park equipment and stabilization/erosion control.

The project is being operated by DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) under the Office of Planning and Capital Projects (OPCP), whose aim is "new construction and the rehabilitation of existing structures to provide safe, attractive and operable facilities".  Additional project management is provided by the Department of General Services (DGS).

Find out more about this great project here: https://dgs.dc.gov/page/walter-pierce-park

Tree planting/SWM retrofit project

Dupont Tree Plaza

SLS provided existing conditions survey data in support of planned tree planting, Storm Water Management (SWM) and bicycle storage facilities along Massachusetts Avenue west of Dupont Circle.

The project is part of a long-term plan by Restore Mass Ave (RMA) to "promote restoration of the complete historic landscape, creat(e) green space for the city...and advance recognition of Embassy Row as a national landmark."

Find out more about DesignGreen and RMA's great work here http://restoremassave.org/dupont-tree-plaza/  https://www.designgreenllc.com/

ADA Access Retrofit

American University Residence Halls

Work has now begun on the installation of curb cuts which would provide access to McDowell and Leonard Halls as well as connect the sidewalk between the two buildings for wheeled mobility devices.

SLS provided existing conditions survey data in support of the design of ramps which must be constructed to strict tolerances under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) Standards for Accessible Design 2010. https://www.ada.gov/2010ADAstandards_index.htm

Find out more about the ways in which AU is working to make its campus more accessible -  https://www.american.edu/finance/news/au-working-to-make-campus-more-accessible.cfm

Community Meeting/ Event Space Renovation

Black Workers & Wellness Center

We are delighted to offer our assistance with renovations of the ONE DC Black Workers & Wellness Center.

The Center is a member-led community & wellness space in Anacostia that builds racial & economic justice through popular education, promotion of sustainable employment & the incubation of economic alternatives.

On Friday, December 22nd, 2017, after over a year and a half of grassroots fundraising, ONE DC successfully purchased the former United Black Fund, Inc. building at 2500 MLK Jr Ave SE for $1.2 million and is now seeking donations for vital building renovations.

To donate or find out more about ONE DC's great work, go to: https://www.onedconline.org/donate2bwc

Affordable Housing Renovation

Maycroft Apartments

SLS provided construction staking & co-ordination for a major renovation of 64 affordable dwelling units in tandem with Jubilee Housing & DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD). The project will utilize funds from the DHCD Housing Production Trust Fund (HPTF) and the units will be reserved for tenants under 60% of area mean income (AMI).

Tenant-owned Building Renovation

Barlee Cooperative Apartments

We are pleased to have the opportunity to work with Mi Casa as they manage the renovation of a 37-unit, tenant-owned apartment building in Petworth. The building was purchased by existing tenants in 2016 under the DHCD Tenant’s Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) and utilizing funding from its Housing Production Trust Fund (HPTF). The renovations will include long-needed modernization of building systems and, most importantly, all of the units will remain affordable, with 25 designated for residents under 50% area mean income (AMI) and 12 under 80% AMI. Click to find out more about Mi Casa’s great work http://www.micasa-inc.org/and the TOPA program https://dhcd.dc.gov/service/tenant-opportunity-purchase-assistance.

Affordable Property Rehabilitation

Historic Anacostia Properties

SLS provided existing conditions surveys for three residential properties located in the Anacostia Historic District in partnership with The L'Enfant Trust. The properties were purchased from DHCD and "are extremely distressed and have been vacant for decades....(but) cannot be razed and must be restored to historic preservation standards.

As a non-profit with the mission of preserving and revitalizing DC’s historic neighborhoods, the L’Enfant Trust will act as a developer for historic properties via its Historic Properties Redevelopment Program. The Trust will take on the rehabilitation costs that are not economically feasible for individuals or for-profit developers, using philanthropic loans, grants and donations to close the funding gap...Once rehabilitation is finished the properties will be sold as workforce housing to qualified buyers earning at or below 120% of the median family income, targeting teachers, nurses, firefighters and employees of the District government".

The L’Enfant Trust is celebrating 40 years of preserving the architectural heritage of Washington, DC and SLS is delighted to be able to assist with this invaluable work. More information about the Trust is available at https://www.lenfant.org/

Hospital Building Expansion & Utility Relocation

Washington DC VA Medical Center

SLS provided existing conditions topography and utility surveying for Phase I utility relocation ahead of a major Emergency Department Renovation project at this facility operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

School Greening/LID Project

DOEE RiverSmart Schools

**UPDATE: Construction is now complete at the three RiverSmart school sites, and as-builts are underway.**

SLS provided existing conditions information and site as-builts for three DC Public School sites in support of planned Low Impact Development (LID) schoolyard greening projects under the DOEE RiverSmart program.

This innovative program aims to reduce the volume and improve the quality of stormwater run-off into the Chesapeake Bay via DC's built environment by "incorporating landscape design principles that create habitat for wildlife, emphasize the use of native plants, highlight water conservation, and retain and filter stormwater runoff. They have the added benefits of an outdoor classroom that supports effective teaching practices and promotes student learning.

Creating wetlands, ponds and meadows or planting trees, shrubs and gardens can add beauty and diversity to a site, while fostering ecological awareness and "big picture" thinking in those who participate. These projects will teach gardening and community service skills, improve the aesthetics of school grounds, and build student and community pride." https://doee.dc.gov/service/riversmart-schools