7. 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.

 

Criteria
Judges will award points for:

 

  • Architectural design and overall appeal

  • Built Green™ level; R2000; or energy efficiency, water conservation, recycling, and other environmental considerations

  • Functionality of floor plan and creative use of space

  • Quality of workmanship and attention to detail

  • Use of materials (i.e. natural; cost-effective; unique)

  • Unique features

  • Effective land use and compatibility with environment

  • Common areas and amenities

  • Target market acceptance (re: length of time on market/confirmed sale)

  • Accessibility

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

 

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 200 words or less, describe the project and explain how it meets the criteria listed above (bullet form is recommended).
  3. CD, DVD or USB flash drive 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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