Key Sustainability Features Transformation from a commuter campus to a complete sustainable community REAP (Residential Environment Assessment Program) Green building program based on LEED standards Required energy- and water-efficient design, water-efficient landscaping Rainwater collection and water recycling encouraged Required use of recycled construction materials Pedestrian and Cyclist-oriented street design Residences within 250 m of greenways and 400 m of transit Fine-grained, narrow, traffic calmed street network Traffic Demand Management (TDM) TDM is an important cornerstone of the University Town vision Stats show an overall reduction in parking due to success of U-pass (universal transit program) in 2003 U-pass program to be extended to residents, faculty/staff READ MORE