K. Hovnanian® Homes® Earns 2010 Energy Star Leadership in Housing Award

K. Hovnanian Homes LogoBuilding new homes that protect the environment through energy-efficiency, K. Hovnanian® Homes® earns the 2010 ENERGY STAR® Leadership in Housing Award, recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Honored for their contribution in energy-efficient construction and environmental protection, K. Hovnanian Homes’ ENERGY STAR qualified homes are anticipated to save residents approximately $447 on utility bills each year.

“We are extremely honored to be recognized for our green building principals that are applied in each and every home we build. To earn ENERGY STAR status, K. Hovnanian’s homes had to meet strict guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protect Agency,” said Shane Maloney of K. Hovnanian Homes. Our homes are at least 15% more energy efficient than those built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC), and have extra energy saving features that are up to 30% more efficient than standard homes.”

“It is very gratifying to see that our company is making a difference in the housing industry and it is helping to improve the quality of living for not only our homeowners, but the planet,” continued Maloney. “For instance, the environmental benefits of our ENERGY STAR qualified homes are equal to the equivalent of eliminating the emissions from approximately one half of a vehicle; saving 2,964 pounds of coal; planting 0.81 acres of trees or saving the environment 5,813 pounds of CO2 per a year.”

Striving to create affordable homes that deliver green-building practices and renewable energy, K. Hovnanian Homes continues to raise the bar of excellence with the participation in the California Advanced Homes Program (CAHP). This program is a comprehensive residential new construction concept with a cross-cutting focus on sustainable design and construction, green building practices, energy efficiency and emerging technologies.

As a leader in providing new home opportunities throughout Southern California, the company is also working with an industry consortia researching higher levels of energy efficiency in U.S. housing. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) through one of their consulting teams, IBACOS and K. Hovnanian Homes in Southern California are developing a Prototype Home evaluating cost neutral strategies to achieve up to 50% whole house energy savings. Looking at all energy uses in the home from heating and cooling to insulation and lighting, the merging of energy efficiency and quality management creates the “Whole House System Approach.” The company is also working with the Southern California Gas Company for the evaluation of high-performing, energy efficient building features in new homes.

With eight spectacular communities available from San Diego and Bakersfield, buy with confidence and satisfaction in knowing that K. Hovnanian Homes offers all the amenities today’s consumers want in a new home, plus energy saving features that offer valuable solutions for saving money and helping protect the environment for future generations. With new home prices ranging from the high $100,000s to the high $400,000s, purchase your favorite K. Hovnanian® home today. For more information, visit khov.com/socal!

In Riverside County, buyers will find quality and convenience at the gated resort-style communities for adults 55 plus. K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Beaumont presents a naturally spectacular gated+ community offering a variety of two to three bedroom single-level home designs up to approximately 2,775 sq. ft. Prices start from the low $200,000s. K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Hemet highlights golf course++ gated+ living with two to three bedroom single-level residences up to approximately 2,100 sq. ft. Prices start from the low $200,000s. K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Palm Springs’ gated+ community is now selling models, where two to three bedroom single-level homes offer up to approximately 2,825 sq. ft. Prices start from the low $200,000s.

K. Hovnanian® Homes® also features the new single-family detached community of Cambria Hills in Lake Elsinore. Enhanced with scenic locations above the lake, three to six bedroom one- and two-story residences offer up to approximately 2,780 sq. ft. Residences are priced from the $200,000s.

Buyers looking for a wonderful home value in Los Angeles County have an incredible opportunity for single-family detached living at Stetson Ranch in Santa Clarita. Three to seven bedroom two-story detached collections of Winchester or Remington offer up to approximately 3,489 sq. ft. Prices start from the high $400,000s.

In Orange County, K. Hovnanian® Homes®’ newest Cambria community in Stanton is now selling. Three to four two-story detached homes offer up to approximately 1,973 sq. ft. Prices start from the high $400,000s.

In Bakersfield, active adults 55 plus will enjoy the gated+ resort-style community of K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Bakersfield that presents two to four single-level floorplans with up to approximately 2,775 sq. ft. Prices start from the high $100,000s.

In San Diego County, Lake Rancho Viejo features distinctive two-story home designs in charming Fallbrook. With prices starting from the $300,000s, floorplans offer up to approximately 2,845 sq. ft. and up to six bedrooms.
K. Hovnanian® Homes® is known for its commitment to superior quality, immeasurable value, design excellence and attentive customer service.

+The gates at the communities are only designed to attempt to limit vehicular and pedestrian access; they are not designed to prohibit access or provide security of any kind.

++The Hemet Golf Club, including the golf course and clubhouse, is a public facility and is not owned or operated by K. Hovnanian’s Four Seasons at Hemet, LLC or the K. Hovnanian’s® Four Seasons at Hemet Community Association; existence and availability is at the discretion of the owner/operator.

Pricing and product availability are subject to change. Please contact a Sales Consultant for information about prices, products, facilities and their related amenities, including completion dates.

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