U.S. Green Building Council. LEED Silver

Greener, cleaner (urban) living

The Uptown is proud to be Oakland's first LEED certified residential building. Using green building practices promoted by the U.S. Green Building Council, The Uptown has transformed an area formerly covered by parking lots, underutilized buildings and an old gas station into a vibrant, mixed-use community that has achieved LEED Silver certification.
To learn more about living green, visit Forest City's GreenHouse website.

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Indoor Environment Quality

Indoor Environment Quality

All common areas in The Uptown are smoke-free.

90% of spaces in the buildings have an outdoor view or receive natural daylight.

All adhesives, sealants, paints and carpets in residences and common areas are classified as low or no VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) for better indoor air quality.

Landscaped interior courtyards and the adjacent park provide Uptown residents opportunities to spend time outdoors.

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