High PointThe High Point
community in West Seattle is the city's largest housing site, and the
first large-scale development in the country that features low-impact
sustainable design in a dense urban setting. Replacing 716 units of
distressed
public housing,
High Point includes a mix of income levels and housing types, all built
to green standards. The pedestrian-friendly community offers
substantial park space, and when fully completed will include a
shopping center, senior village, and neighborhood center. A new
medical/dental clinic and public library were also built in the
neighborhood.
High Point's design emphasizes environmental
health and sustainability. The community includes a natural drainage
system to manage storm water, improve water quality, and protect salmon
habitat. Mature trees are being preserved and materials from the site's
deconstructed homes are being reused. To protect air quality, 350,000
gallons of alternative bio ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel are being used
for infrastructure construction. In addition, High Point includes 35
"breathe-easy" homes designed to reduce the risk of asthma in
low-income children, and an environmental outreach program will help to
improve resident health.
High Point opened to residents in 2005 and is scheduled for completion by 2010.
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