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7/06/10
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The Crossings at Escondido, a new 53-unit residential project geared to working families in the Mission Park area of Escondido, is set to break ground. Developed by Urban Housing Communities LLC, the project marks the transformation of a street plagued by deterioration, poverty, gangs, drugs, and overcrowding into a safe, family-friendly community.
“This will be a beautiful project for the community that will bring change to the Mission Park neighborhood in a positive way. This project will provide wonderful opportunities for people to live in healthy, well-managed housing with easy access to schools, transportation and services,” said Escondido Mayor Lori Holt Pfeiler.
Designed by Irvine-based KTGY Group, The Crossings at Escondido will enhance neighborhood aesthetics, embrace eco-friendly design principles and offer a supportive resident services program while providing affordable family living. Formerly known as “Elder Place,” UHC successfully collaborated with the City to have the street renamed Mission Grove Place to reflect a fresh start for the neighborhood. The name Mission Grove Place was drawn from two nearby landmarks, Mission Middle School and Grove Park.
The City of Escondido committed funding for the project by partnering with UHC to acquire the land. Subsequently, UHC secured financing through the highly competitive 9 percent tax credit program. Additional financing for the project was provided by Wells Fargo Bank N.A., the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, and the California Community Reinvestment Corporation.
The Crossings at Escondido will feature 38 two-bedroom/two-and-a-half-bath townhomes, 15 three-bedroom/ two-bath flats, and two four-bedroom/two-bath flats. Apartment sizes average 1.2k sf. Each unit will offer Energy Star appliances, central heat and air conditioning, a covered patio or balcony, washer/dryer hookups, high speed internet access and be wired for cable TV. Community amenities include a recreation room with a computer lab, media center and kitchen, picnic areas and two playgrounds.
Construction is scheduled to begin on June 21st, with at least 75 percent of the construction and demolition waste being recycled. The project exceeds California’s Title 24 energy efficiency standards by 15 percent. Eco-friendly design features include solar panels to generate electricity for the common areas and outdoor lighting; radiant barriers under the roof sheathing; water-saving fixtures in the kitchen and bathrooms; dual flush toilets; tankless water heaters; Energy Star rated lighting, appliances, windows and sliding glass doors; low-VOC paints, adhesives and finishes, and low dust stucco; building materials that contain recycled content, do not emit harmful chemicals and are manufactured in environmentally-friendly plants; products fabricated from engineered wood; and furniture, barbeques and trash receptacles made from recycled content. Competitive Edge Construction, Inc. is the general contractor.
The Crossings at Escondido will be home to 55 families earning 30 to 60 percent of the area median income for San Diego County. Rents will range from $557 to $1,124 per month based on family size and income level.
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