6. Best New Subdivision

The subdivision must be single-family homes that may include custom and/or spec homes. All homes in the subdivision must be built by CHBA builder-members. If a project is entered into this category it is not eligible to enter into Category #5, Best Single-Family Detached Planned Neighbourhood.

 

Criteria
Judges will award points for:

  • liveability of the project

Exterior

  • innovative and functional design solutions to project

  • architectural character

  • access and egress

  • common areas and/or amenities

  • crime prevention through environmental design

  • integration, compatibility and harmony of project into its natural setting

  • economic and site restraints

  • effective land use

  • target market acceptance (re: length of time on market & number of confirmed sales)

Interior

  • exciting new features or innovations (eg. smart home technology)

  • careful or innovative detailing

  • unique design solutions

  • creative use of space and functionality of floor plans

  • energy efficiency

  • cost-effective use of appropriate building forms and materials

The average cost per square foot of construction, excluding land cost, must be identified.

 

Requirements

  1. Completed Entry Form. On-line Entry Form and Project Statement or click here to print the .pdf Entry Form to include with your complete submission.
  2. Project Statement – In no more than 150 words, describe the project and explain how it meets the criteria listed above (bullet form is recommended).
  3. CD or DVD with six digital images of the following:
    - two images showing context in urban setting, architectural character,
      building/project entry, etc.;
    - two images showing principal living areas;
    - two images of your choice.
  4. One 8”x10”colour photo print of the streetscape.
  5. One copy each of two different floor plans on 8 ½” x 11” paper.

  6. One copy of site plan on 8 ½” x 11” paper.

  7. Three copies of the brochure and a statement of average purchase price.

Details for Entry Preparation

Printable Entry Checklist

Printable Release
Form

Printable Photo Requirements


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