West Side Homeless Shelter Project Type: Public Order and Safety LEED Rating System: New Construction Certification Level: Certified The Baltimore County Office of Budget and Finance for Property Management has built this 14,994 square foot homeless shelter in Catonsville, Maryland to sleep 154 residents. This project recently achieved LEED certification and has incorporated many sustainable design and construction elements into the building. The building has incorporated an outdoor garden area to supply the kitchen with local and fresh produce. The site has accommodated multiple bio retention areas seeded with local wildflower mixes and parking areas that support carpool and low emitting fuel efficient vehicle parking. Major Sustainability Hi

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