Ann Arbor Kingsley Lane Lofts Promote “Walkability”

When Kingsley Lane first hit the real estate market in 2006, developers gave buyer incentives such as bikes, walking shoes and a two-year pass to a public parking structure to promote the idea of Ann Arbor walkability.  On-site parking for Kingsley units was made optional.  Only 26 below grade spaces were built under the two buildings – buyers of the larger units got the options.  Alternative transportation was highly promoted through the use of stickers measuring steps to nearby locations.  Co-developer, Peter Allen, proved it was faster to walk to Kerrytown from Kingsley Lane than to drive and park!

Environmental friendliness is obviously key at Kingsley Lane as all units were also built with many “green” features.  Locally produced light gauge recycled steel was used to reduce job site waste and ensure longer structural life.  Construction materials with a significant amount of recycled content were also incorporated such as: concrete, specially selected wall and roof insulation, and standing seam metal roofing.  The units will benefit with as much as a 40% reduction in heating and cooling costs! 

The Kingsley Lane developers also contributed $50,000 to the Ann Arbor Greenbelt fund in an effort to promote higher downtown density and the preservation of surrounding farm and recreation property. 

Please contact Kathy Toth and Team about available real estate opportunities at Kingsley Lane Lofts

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  1. [...] parking and setback requirements would tighten under new Ann Arbor zoning laws. The City of Ann Arbor wants to promote "walkability" in its urban centers meaning maximum setback requirements and parking lots behind or next to buildings versus in the [...]

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