OTO Development's Residence Inn Gainesville I-75 hotel was built on a former EPA "brownfield" property. The land on the site was fully restored to pristine condition prior to development, and the hotel incorporated a number of other eco-friendly elements, including:
Framing structure made from 90% post-consumer recycled steel
Demolition / Construction wastes recycled
Property xeriscaped to save water, featuring all native plants, minimal turf areas, and a water-saving irrigation system.
Roofing materials certified by Cool Roofing Council
Recognized by Florida Green Lodging Program
Certified by AHLA / AAA EcoRooms & EcoSuites Program
Benchmarked using the Energy Star Portfolio Manager