Construction has started on what developers say will be one of the most environmentally sustainable buildings in the Capital Region.

The Rosenblum Development Corporation broke ground on a new $22 million multifamily building and revealed the building’s name – SOL.

The building at 1818 5th Ave. will be passive house certified, which means it will use 40% to 60% less energy than buildings that are constructed to typical code standards.

“SOL will be a four-story, 55,000-square-foot, 71 new construction apartment building in the heart of downtown Troy, on a site that has basically been blighted for years. It will be the city of Troy’s first all-electric, zero-emission building and one of the most environmentally sustainable buildings in the Capital Region.

The building will also have a co-working space, entertainment lounge, community kitchen and pet spa.

Construction is expected to be finished next summer.

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