TOWNHOMES ENERGY EFFICIENCY FEATURES All Tartan homes are 100% ENERGY STAR® qualified, certified by independent third party inspectors as saving energy costs and reducing environmental impact. Every new home will meet the most current ENERGY STAR® New Home standards—which exceed the Ontario Building Code by 20% for insulation, air tightness and indoor air quality. Key ENERGY STAR® saving features include: All homes are individually inspected and certified by an independent representative of EnerQuality Exterior walls are insulated to R27 & covered in house wrap Exterior basement walls are insulated with R24 insulation to the floor Garage ceilings are insulated with spray foam insulation to R32 value, where there is a finished room above ENERGY STAR® low-E Argon, triple-glazed, coloured windows on main & 2nd floors Low-expansion foam at all exterior windows and doors ENERGY STAR® high efficiency 96% AFUE 2 stage gas furnace with a flow-through humidifier plus ECM motor Dedicated Heat Recovery Ventilation system for better indoor air quality ENERGY STAR® programmable heating/cooling WIFI smart thermostat Sealed duct work throughout unfinished basements Energy efficient LED bulbs R10 value insulation under basement floor R60 blown insulation in attic Drain Water Heat Recovery system FINISHINGS General 9-ft high ceilings on the main floor (as per plan) Smooth ceilings throughout Finished basement (as per plan) Bumped in modern electric fireplace with contemporary glass and wood media kit. Includes interior lighting and fan kit. Raised 14” above floor Oak spindles & handrails, with oak nosing under the spindles at 2nd floor stair opening (as per plan) Transom window above patio door on main floor 5” modern beveled baseboards with coordinating window & door casings Window-ledge mouldings main-floor windows Lincoln smooth passage doors, 7ft high on main floor (excluding lower foyer) Lincoln smooth closet doors, slider or swing door (as per plan), 7 ft high on main floor (excluding foyer closet) Satin chrome door hardware MDF cap on half walls (as per plan) Interior walls painted with low VOC (volatile organic compound) matte paint from builder samples (1 choice of 4) Standard ceramic floor tile in the front entry, laundry (2nd floor), mudroom and all bathrooms (not including unfinished laundry areas) Engineered oak hardwood floors from line A in remaining ground floor areas (as per plan) 40 oz 100% BCF Sol. Dyed Polyester stain resistant, low VOC emission, Canadian made carpeting with 9mm high density underpad Laundry pan and floor drain to be included under washer when installed on the 2nd floor Upper cabinets with soft close doors (hinges) above laundry (not including unfinished laundry areas) Bathrooms Pedestal sink in powder room Custom-crafted cabinets with soft close doors (hinges) in main and ensuite bathrooms Main bathrooms include ceramic wall enclosure with dropped ceiling above bathtub Stand up shower comes with acrylic base, ceramic tile walls and clear glass door Quality chrome faucets Chrome towel bars and paper holders Medicine cabinet in ensuite (surface mounted) Low-flush, water-saver toilets Scald Guard pressure balance valve in all showers Reinforcement for future grab bars in main bathroom Kitchens Custom-crafted cabinets (line 1 or 2 – Semis, line 1 only – Towns) with soft close drawers and doors (hinges) (N/A to L-shaped corner cabinets) 40” height upper kitchen cabinets; cabinet above fridge is 30” deep Granite or Quartz countertops (from builder samples) Ceramic tile backsplash Engineered oak hardwood floors from Package “A” Rough-in for future dishwasher Microwave hood-fan Double stainless steel undermount kitchen sink Single lever faucet with pull out kitchen faucet Eating bar (as per plan) Kitchen pot light package Unique built-in fridge look with deep pantry, 30? upper cabinet above fridge and gable end (as per plan) Exterior Architectural shingles with a manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty Oversized basement windows Modern elevations featuring combined contemporary finishes. Wood style accents and modern windows Low maintenance vinyl extruded windows throughout. All windows on main & 2nd floors to be triple-glazed, and coloured casement except basement windows (white, double glazed). Windows are Low-E Argon with screens where applicable Vinyl extruded Low E-Argon glazed thermal patio door with screen and exterior light fixture at patio door (as per plan) Aluminum soffit and fascia Grip set with dead bolt on front door with 4 choices of finishing Frost-free hose bib in garage and at rear Modern entrance door with large window for extra light Insulated metal door with smooth panels and windows Municipal address number at front of home Reinforced poured concrete front porch Exterior colour packages are pre-selected by the Vendor Front door chime Electrical Decora style switches & plugs Ceiling light fixtures throughout including family room, great room, living room, and all bedrooms Capped ceiling light in dining room 100 amp electrical panel with 40 amp circuit breakers Copper wiring Two weather proof exterior outlets Electrical outlet for future garage door opener Energy efficient LED light bulbs Minimum 1 electrical outlet in unfinished basement Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors where required by Building Code CONSTRUCTION Structure Walls between dwellings (1st and/or 2nd floor at living space) include 2 separate walls with stagger stud construction and 2 layers of fire resistant gypsum board (drywall) installed on each wall with acoustic dampening techniques for minimal sound transfer and maximum privacy 30-yr. high density polyethylene (HDPE) foundation membrane Foundation walls poured concrete 8” thick with steel reinforcement Parging to exposed exterior portion of foundation wall Basement floor 3” thick concrete with trowel finish Garage floor 4” thick concrete with broom finish Drainage layer waterproofing system to exterior of foundation walls (except garage walls) Clear span pre-engineered floor joist system Exterior walls are 2”x 6” at 16” stud space on centre Garage walls are 2” x 4” Interior walls are 2” x 4”, 2”x 6” or 2”x8” (as per plan) Basement walls are 2” x 4” at 24” stud space on centre (external walls only) Prefabricated and engineered roof truss system Roof sheathing 7/16” oriented strand board sheathing 3/4” tongue and groove-oriented strand board subfloor nailed, sanded and screwed with 5/8” plywood underlay for ceramic Fully drywalled garage interior (taped only) Insulation Attic R60 value blown fiberglass insulation (R40 in cathedral ceilings) Exterior walls R27 value insulation except at exterior garage wall Fulling drywalled walls (no mud or tape) in unfinished basement areas (as per plan) with full height 3? rigid foam insulation & batt insulation totaling R24 value on exterior walls with 2?x 4? wood framing. Party walls in attached homes will not receive rigid foam or drywall in unfinished areas. Electrical outlets installed as per code. Garage ceiling insulated with spray foam R32 value (when finished space above) R10 insulation under basement floor Rough-in Cat6A wire on main floor with 4 additional outlets (phone, cable or ethernet) All wires to collection point in the basement (under stairs) Dedicated 110v receptacle at collection point Pipe conduit from basement to attic for future wiring needs Central vacuum rough-in dropped to basement Mechanical/Plumbing Systems Dedicated Heat Recovery Ventilation system (HRV) for the better indoor air quality ENERGY STAR® high efficiency 96% AFUE 2 stage gas furnace with a flow-through humidifier plus ECM motor Enhanced energy-efficient rental hot water system (tankless) Programmable heating/cooling WIFI smart thermostat Heating ducts sized for future air conditioning Laundry tub in unfinished basement (as per plan) Shut-off valves under all sinks Connection for washer and dryer PEX water supply All duct work is power vacuumed prior to occupancy LANDSCAPING Fully-sodded lot (or to tree line) Some lots receive a tree (as per plan, where applicable) Paved driveway Pre-cast patio stone walkway Wood steps at backyard 6’ high wood fence in backyard at property line (where applicable, as per plan) Excluding Russell Trails WARRANTY COVERAGE One-year Builder’s Warranty covering defects in material and workmanship Two-year Extended Builder’s Warranty covering water penetration, mechanical and electrical systems and exterior cladding Tarion seven-year warranty covering major structural defect SINGLE FAMILY HOMES ENERGY EFFICIENCY FEATURES All Tartan single family homes and bungalows are 100% ENERGY STAR® qualified, certified by independent third party inspectors as saving energy costs and reducing environmental impact. Every new home will meet the most current ENERGY STAR® New Home standards—which exceed the Ontario Building Code by 20% for insulation, air tightness and indoor air quality. Key ENERGY STAR® saving features include: All homes are individually inspected and certified by an independent representative of EnerQuality Exterior walls are insulated to R27 & covered in house wrap Exterior basement walls are insulated with R24 insulation to the floor Garage ceilings are insulated with spray foam insulation to R32 value, where there is a finished room above ENERGY STAR® low-E Argon, triple-glazed, coloured windows on main & 2nd floors Low-expansion foam at all exterior windows and doors ENERGY STAR® high efficiency 96% AFUE 2 stage gas furnace with a flow-through humidifier plus ECM motor Dedicated Heat Recovery Ventilation system for better indoor air quality ENERGY STAR® programmable heating/cooling WIFI smart thermostat Sealed duct work throughout unfinished basements Energy efficient LED bulbs R10 value insulation under basement floor R60 blown insulation in attic Drain Water Heat Recovery system FINISHINGS General 9-ft. high ceilings on the main floor Smooth ceilings throughout Gas fireplace raised approx. 8” off the floor with an oak beam mantle and an “A” line ceramic surround around the fireplace (as per plan) One-sided fireplaces receive a fan kit Oak spindles & handrails, with oak nosing under the spindles at 2nd floor stair opening (as per plan) 5” modern beveled baseboards with coordinating window & door casings Transom window above patio door on main floor (n/a at basement level of walkout units) Window-ledge mouldings main-floor windows Lincoln Smooth passage doors, 7 ft high on main floor Lincoln Smooth closet doors, slider or swing door (as per plan), 7 ft high on main floor Satin chrome door hardware French door(s) to sunroom or study (as per plan) MDF cap on half walls (as per plan) Interior walls painted with low VOC (volatile organic compound) matte paint from builder samples (1 choice of 4) Standard ceramic floor tile in the front entry, laundry, mudroom and all bathrooms (not including unfinished laundry areas) Engineered oak hardwood floors from Line A in remaining ground floor areas (not including bungalow bedrooms) 40 oz 100% BCF Sol. Dyed Polyester stain resistant, low VOC emission carpeting with 9mm high density underpad Laundry pan and floor drain to be included under washer when installed on the main & 2nd floors Upper cabinets with soft close doors (hinges), 5 ft wide in laundry area (not including unfinished laundry areas) Bathrooms Ceramic floor tile Pedestal sink in powder room Custom-crafted cabinets with soft close doors (hinges) in main and ensuite bathrooms Ensuite vanities to include bank of drawers with soft close drawers and doors (hinges) and to receive 1 or 2 sinks (as per plan) Main bathrooms include ceramic wall enclosure with dropped ceiling above bathtub Primary Ensuite bathroom tub (as per plan) is trimmed with ceramic tile Stand up shower comes with acrylic base, ceramic tile walls and clear glass sliding door Quality chrome faucets Chrome towel bars and paper holders Low-flush, water-saver toilet tanks Scald Guard pressure balance valve in all showers Reinforcement for future grab bars in main bathroom Kitchens Custom-crafted cabinets (line 1 or 2) with soft close drawers and doors (hinges) (N/A with L-shaped corner cabinets) Granite or Quartz countertops (from builder samples) Built-in fridge look Ceramic tile backsplash Microwave hood fan Rough-in for future dishwasher Double stainless steel kitchen sink with one handle pull out kitchen faucet Engineered oak hardwood floors from Line A Eating bar (as per plan) 40" height upper kitchen cabinets (finished tops with gable in bungalow loft option) cabinet above fridge is 30? deep Kitchen pot light package (as per plan) Exterior Traditional or Modern elevations featuring combined contemporary finishes Architectural shingles with manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty Exterior soffit lights (main floor only) Large basement windows Low maintenance vinyl extruded windows throughout. All windows on main and 2nd floors to be triple-glazed, and coloured casement except basement windows (white, double-glazed). Windows are Low-E Argon with screens where applicable. Vinyl extruded Low-E Argon thermal double glazed patio door with screen and exterior light fixture at patio door (as per plan) Aluminum soffit and fascia Grip set with dead bolt on front door with 4 choices of finishing Frost-free hose bib in garage and at rear Oversized front entrance door Insulated 8’ height garage door Municipal address number at front of home Reinforced poured concrete front porch On exterior front doors where there is no clear glass on the front door or side lights, a peep hole is required by building code Front door chime CONSTRUCTION Insulation Attic R60 value blown fiberglass insulation (R40 in cathedral ceilings) Exterior walls R27 value insulation except at exterior garage wall Fulling drywalled walls (no mud or tape) in unfinished basement areas (as per plan) with full height 3? rigid foam insulation & batt insulation totaling R24 value on exterior walls with 2?x 4? wood framing. Electrical outlets installed as per code. Garage ceiling insulated with spray foam R32 Value (when finished area above garage) Insulated garage door R10 insulation under basement floor Structure Foundation walls poured concrete 8” thick with steel reinforcement 30-yr. high density polyethylene (HDPE) foundation membrane Parging to exposed exterior portion of foundation wall Basement floor 3” thick concrete with trowel finish Garage floor 4” thick concrete with broom finish Drainage layer waterproofing system to exterior of foundation walls (except garage walls) Pre-engineered floor joist system Exterior walls are 2” x 6” at 16” stud space on centre Garage walls are 2” x 4” Interior walls are 2” x 4”, 2” x 6” or 2” x 8” (as per plan) Basement walls are 2” x 4” at 24” stud space on centre (external walls only) Prefabricated and engineered roof truss system Roof sheathing 7/16” oriented strand board sheathing 3/4” tongue and groove-oriented strand board subfloor nailed, sanded and screwed with 5/8” plywood underlay for ceramic Fully drywalled garage interior (taped only) Rough-in Cat6A wire on main floor with 4 additional outlets (phone, cable or ethernet) All wires to a collection point in the basement (under stairs) Dedicated 110v receptacle at collection point Pipe conduit from basement to attic for future wiring needs Central vacuum rough-in dropped to basement Mechanical/Plumbing Dedicated Heat Recovery ventilation system (HRV) for better indoor air quality ENERGY STAR® high efficiency 96% AFUE 2 stage gas furnace with a flow-through humidifier plus ECM motor Enhanced energy efficient rental hot water system (tankless) Programmable heating/cooling WIFI smart thermostat Heating ducts sized for future air conditioning Laundry tub in unfinished basement (as per plan) Shut-off valves under all sinks PEX water supply Connection for washer and dryer All ducts are power cleaned prior to occupancy Electrical Decora style switches & plugs Ceiling light fixtures throughout including family room, great room, living room, and all bedrooms (except vaulted ceilings) Capped ceiling light in dining room 100 amp electrical panel with 40 circuit breakers Two weather proof exterior outlets Copper wiring Energy efficient LED light bulbs Minimum 1 electrical outlet in basement Electrical outlet for future garage door opener Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors where required by Building Code LANDSCAPING Fully-sodded lot (or to tree line) Some lots receive a tree (per landscape plan, where applicable) 6’ high wood fence in backyard at property line (where applicable, as per plan of subdivision) (Excluding Russell Trails) Paved driveway Precast patio stone walkway Wood steps at backyard (EdenWylde & Findlay Creek only) Wood deck at backyard (as per plan – Russell Trails only) WARRANTY COVERAGE One-year Builder’s Warranty covering defects in material and workmanship Two-year Extended Builder’s Warranty covering water penetration, mechanical and electrical systems and exterior cladding Tarion seven-year warranty covering major structural defects
