North County Library

The North County Library is Sarasota County’s second building to be registered with the U.S. Green Building Council LEED program.  A Silver Rating is being sought for the facility. 

The building utilizes state-of-the-art energy-saving technologies and natural day lighting.  The library utilizes a varied of recycled content products including ceiling and carpet tiles.  Other attributes include an ENERGY STAR rated metal roof, steel beams, waterless urinals, bike storage, and showers. 

Over 85% of the waste materials produced during construction were recycled. Paints, adhesives, and office furnishings that off-gas VOCs were eliminated, enhancing indoor air quality.  A carbon dioxide monitoring system will also be utilized. Approximately 35% of the materials used for the facility were manufactured within 500 miles of Sarasota. 

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