In past years, we have rewarded builders who have either stepped up their participation in Built Green or have been on the cutting edge and thus have led the market forward. This year, in studying our certification numbers and evaluating factors driving Built Green’s success, green building incentives, especially in the city of Seattle, stood out as having truly helped move the market

Built Green has seen a lot of success, but our numbers are not evenly spread across the Puget Sound area. In recent years, we’ve seen big numbers and high market shares in Seattle, Shoreline, Kirkland, and Issaquah. Why these areas? The short answer is: incentives.

This project by Stringham Construction is piloting the wave of new multifamily checklist projects, featuring a Walk Score of 96, an abundance of bike storage, top-of-the-line finishes, vibrant colors, and a focus on energy efficiency.