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Who owns what? Developers spent millions buying land ahead of Barrie annexation
As the City of Barrie negotiated for years to annex land from the neighbouring townships of Springwater and Oro-Medonte, some developers saw an opportunity and poured millions of dollars into buying up properties along Barrie’s border.
From farmland to future homes: Man makes bold bet on annexed lands
Unlike a lot of folks who watched the City of Barrie’s boundary expansion proposal into Springwater and Oro-Medonte townships unfold over the past two years, developer Sean Mason took what he saw at face value.
Developer promises 'new urbanism' for land annexed by Barrie
Unlike a lot of folks who watched the City of Barrie’s boundary expansion proposal into Springwater and Oro-Medonte townships unfold over the past two years, developer Sean Mason took what he saw at face value.
NRCan invests $6 million in Ontario green construction projects
The federal government has announced $6 million for four green construction and technology initiatives across Ontario, aimed at promoting the use of low-carbon and processed wood materials.
Canada Invests in Sustainable Wood Construction in Ontario, Creating 319 New Residential Units
Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, along with Parliamentary Secretary Julie Dabrusin, announced a federal contribution of more than $5.9 million for four green construction and green technology projects across Ontario, which will support the use of low-carbon and processed wood in the Canadian construction sector.
Net Zero Ready. That’s what you get when you own a SEAN. home
How SEAN. leads the way in the pursuit of healthier, happier, and more sustainable communities.
On the way to Net Zero
Home builders seek ways to help City of Toronto meet energy efficiency targets.
Good Neighbour Podcast with Jeff and Sean - Sean Mason of SEAN.
SEAN. is a forward-thinking builder dedicated to crafting high-performance, energy-efficient homes that meet the evolving needs of today's homeowners. With a focus on Net Zero Ready and ENERGY STAR® certified properties, SEAN. leads the way in sustainable residential construction.
On the map: "You're not moving here if you're a grump"
A new development in the Muskoka town of Bracebridge promises to be walkable, communal, Net Zero Energy Ready and relatively affordable. 121 Woodward by developer SEAN Homes will deliver 36 three-storey townhomes, ranging in price from $500,000 to $700,000.
Proposed Bracebridge Townhome Project Aims To Tackle Muskoka's "Attainability Problem"
The exciting infill project plans to tackle attainability and sustainability through innovative measures including increased energy efficiency and a co-ownership program.
New homes made 'attainable' with ready-to-rent additions
Years into a housing affordability crisis in Canada a new buzzword is starting to make the rounds for developers of new-build homes: attainable.
New Ontario housing project to rely on geothermal system for HVAC
Enbridge Sustain, an energy solutions company, and SEAN, a developer of sustainable housing, will build a new 73-unit townhome and condo community in Barrie that will be sustainably heated and cooled using a dedicated geothermal system. This will allow the homes to gain EnergyStar certification and be labelled net-zero ready.
Land tribunal renders decision for scaled-down Essa Rd. project
The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) has made its decision on 405 Essa Rd., following a hearing on Monday. The tribunal has approved a seven-storey building facing Essa Road, with ground-related townhouse units facing Cityview Circle, with associated underground parking and amenity spaces.
Enbridge Sustain: Geothermal energy for Sean Mason homes
For his latest new construction development, Sean Mason chose geothermal, a sustainable energy solution with a lower carbon footprint. Discover how working with Enbridge Sustain made adopting clean energy solutions easier, convenient and more affordable.
'Monstrous': Essa Rd. project heading toward Ontario Land Tribunal
The Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) is scheduled to meet May 8-17 for a so-called merit hearing to determine whether the development of an eight-storey, mixed-use condominium at 405 Essa Rd., in south-end Barrie, will be granted or not.
Hot buy: New 73-unit Barrie townhouse, condo complex to be heated, cooled through geothermal technology
Utility company Enbridge Sustain and developer Sean unveiled a partnership heating and cooling 73 townhouse and condo units through geothermal technology.
New Veterans Dr. project going green with geothermal technology
A partnership between Enbridge Sustain and local developer SEAN (Sean Mason Homes) is bringing a new “green” community to Barrie.
Enbridge and SEAN partner on new sustainable community in Barrie
BARRIE, ON, May 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, representatives from Enbridge Sustain and SEAN, a multi-award-winning developer of high-performance, sustainable homes, unveiled the development of a new 73-unit townhome and condo community in Barrie that will be sustainably heated and cooled using a dedicated geothermal system designed, built, and operated by Enbridge.
City road widths could get closer look to avoid 'same mistakes'
City councillors approved a motion Wednesday night that in order to increase both pedestrian and driver safety, staff will review the right-of-way (ROW) road standards for land in the Salem and Hewitt’s areas — including the possible reclassification of roads to account for differences between existing roads and roads yet to be built — and report back.
Eco-conscious homes are 'the future of housing,' experts say
When it comes to Canadian real estate, much of the focus over the last several months has been on attempts to cool red-hot housing markets across the country, with activity fuelled by low inventory and high competition.
Sean Mason Homes honoured with top EnerQuality award
MARKHAM, ONT. — Sean Mason of Sean Mason Homes, a longtime staunch supporter of energy efficiency in Ontario homebuilding, was named a 2018 Hall of Fame recipient as the Energy Star program handed out awards in Markham late last month.
Savings by Design - Sean Mason Homes
A look at how Enbridge's Savings by Design program helped residential builder Sean Mason Homes build communities that achieve a 25% energy reduction target versus Ontario Building Code 2012.