Building Knowledge Canada is proud to showcase the Elgin Park Redevelopment, a thoughtfully designed multi-unit housing project in Northumberland County. This latest phase brings the second two buildings to LEED Silver Certification, following the success of the first two completed.

The development transforms previously developed land into a mix of 4-plex and 6-plex buildings, totalling 40 units with one- to four-bedroom layouts. A central park encourages community interaction, while parking, access roads, and designated garbage and recycling areas are carefully integrated into the site plan.

High-Performance, Sustainable Design

Elgin Park was designed to exceed modern energy and environmental standards:

• Energy Efficiency: 20% lower energy consumption than the 2020 National Building Code (equivalent to Tier 3), with R30 wall insulation, ductless and ducted mini-split heat pumps, and energy/heat recovery ventilators. Half the units include drain water heat recovery.
• Water Savings: Indoor and outdoor water use is reduced by 48%, complemented by ENERGY STAR refrigerators and washing machines.
• Materials & Resources: Locally sourced concrete aggregate, 25–50% recycled insulation content, and material-efficient framing reduce environmental impact.
• Indoor Environmental Quality: Low-emitting flooring, soil gas remediation readiness, and thoughtfully designed ventilation support healthy, comfortable living.
  
  

Community & Location Benefits

Increasing density from townhomes to stacked units maximizes the use of previously developed land while keeping residents close to schools, parks, and over a dozen community amenities within 800 metres.

Collaborative Success

This milestone project was delivered in partnership with Barry Bryan and Associates (Architects: Nick Swerdfeger & Lorraine Okungbowa), Dalren Limited (Contractor), D.G. Biddle (Mechanical Designer), Tasmont Plumbing, Heating & Air (HVAC Installer), and with Northumberland County Housing Corporation and Northumberland County — a true example of collaboration driving sustainable, high-performance housing.