Bush Homes by the Lake is a 28-unit for-sale affordable infill housing development on eight vacant lots located in the Bush neighborhood in South Chicago between 86th and 87th Streets, Burley Avenue and Buffalo Avenue. The project is part of the South Chicago LEED-ND initiative consisting of a total of 64 vacant lots developed by five separate developers. Of the five developers, Claretian Associates is the only non-profit developer located in the Bush neighborhood.
In addition to being included in the LEED-ND designation, the individual buildings in the project will meet a minimum LEED for Homes Silver certification and will be built to DCEO Energy Efficient Affordable Housing Construction Grant standards. Sustainable features include upgraded exterior wall and roof insulation, high efficiency mechanical and plumbing systems, Energy Star appliances and lighting, recycled and sustainable harvested materials, and collecting storm water runoff. In addition, homeowners will receive energy conservation education through a manual and walkthrough describing the energy efficient features of the homes and their appropriate use and maintenance.
