St. Albans, VT – July 17, 2024 – ReArch Company is pleased to announce its role as the Construction Manager for Reid Commons, a new 33-unit affordable housing community for individuals aged 55 and older. The groundbreaking ceremony, held today on Newton Street in St. Albans, VT, was attended by Cathedral Square, Duncan Wisniewski Architecture, ReArch Company, representatives from the City of St. Albans and the State of Vermont, trades partners, community members, and family. Congratulations to Cathedral Square on this significant milestone.
Cathedral Square is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable housing for older adults and persons with disabilities. The project will feature a mix of 27 one-bedroom and 6 two-bedroom apartments within a 32,422 SF, three-story building designed to serve a mixed-income community.
Key features of Reid Commons include:
- Two elevators for easy access to all floors
- Under-building and surface parking options
- A community room equipped with a kitchen
- A laundry room for resident convenience
- An on-site office for a SASH (Support and Services at Home) Coordinator
- A Wellness Nurse office with telehealth capabilities
- A resident computer and lounge area
- The first Cathedral Square residential building with a geothermal heating and cooling system
The building will also include ADA-accessible apartments and incorporate universal design standards to ensure accessibility and safe aging in place. In line with Cathedral Square’s commitment to sustainability, Reid Commons will meet or exceed Efficiency Vermont’s High-Performance Standard, featuring a robust building envelope and geothermal heating and cooling systems. Additionally, plans are underway to install a rooftop solar array to harness renewable energy and reduce energy costs.
The building was named Reid Commons in honor of Cindy Reid, the Director of Real Estate Development for Cathedral Square. Cindy has dedicated her career to creating affordable housing opportunities for those requiring additional support and care. She stands as an inspiration, exemplifying leadership, organization, and community in all that she pursues.
ReArch Company is honored to be a part of this significant project, which will provide much-needed affordable housing for older adults in the community. We look forward to working with Cathedral Square and our partners to bring this vision to life.
About ReArch Company:
ReArch Company is a leading construction management firm dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable building solutions. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, ReArch Company is committed to creating spaces that enhance communities and improve lives through the built environment.
About Cathedral Square:
Cathedral Square is a nonprofit organization based in South Burlington, VT, with a mission to provide affordable housing and support services to older adults and persons with disabilities. For more information, visit: cathedralsquare.org.
