The Swan Label Ensures Sustainable Construction The Swan label is the official Nordic environmental certification, awarded only to environmentally friendly and sustainably produced products and services. This certification guarantees that the building meets strict environmental standards, including energy efficiency, eco-friendly materials, and minimal chemical use. The criteria ensure the building is environmentally responsible throughout its life cycle.&nbsp;Features of the New Apartment Building<ul><li>Energy Efficiency: The building utilizes the latest technologies to save energy, including solar panels, heat recovery systems, and effective insulation solutions.</li><li>Eco-Friendly Materials: Construction materials are selected based on their low environmental impact, favoring renewable resources.</li><li>Daylight Access: The brightness of the apartments is a key design focus—natural light is utilized while avoiding direct sun exposure.</li><li>Indoor Air Quality: Special attention is given to healthy indoor air, using low-emission materials and efficient ventilation.</li></ul>&nbsp;Wellbeing for Residents and the Environment “A Swan-labeled apartment building not only protects the environment but also provides residents with a healthy and pleasant living environment. We’re excited about this project and its potential to promote sustainable urban living,” says Mikko Lipponen, YH Kodit Oy’s Regional Director for Turku. Lipponen adds: “Skanssi is at the forefront of sustainable construction, and we’ll continue to invest in eco-friendly solutions. In previous buildings, we’ve used solar panels and energy piles for preheating and cooling ventilation air.”&nbsp;Construction Timeline and Completion The building is expected to be completed in summer 2025. Apartments are now open for applications, with the application period ending January 28, 2025. Explore the apartments and submit your application. Progress on the site is moving at a good pace, and Swan label criteria have been incorporated from the planning stage. The project is being built by Jatke Länsi-Suomi Oy, with architectural design by Haroma &amp; Partners Oy.

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YH Kodit is aiming to build its first Swan-labeled apartment building in Turku

Reducing Energy Use: Moderate Indoor Temperatures and New HVAC Technology YH Kodit places energy efficiency at the core of its operations. Efforts to reduce energy consumption include setting moderate indoor temperatures, upgrading heating and ventilation systems (HVAC), and encouraging residents to use less water. Energy efficiency is a key aspect of responsible living, and these practical actions significantly lower the impact of heating and hot water on overall energy consumption.&nbsp;Low-Emission Energy Sources Supporting Sustainable Solutions Improving efficiency is vital, but reducing consumption alone isn’t enough. That’s why YH Kodit has transitioned to low-emission energy sources in building energy systems. All properties previously heated with natural gas or oil have been converted to renewable geothermal heating. Additionally, electricity used by the properties is sourced from renewable energy.&nbsp;Carbon-Neutral District Heating – In Partnership with Tampereen Energia YH Kodit has partnered with Tampereen Energia to provide low-emission district heating. The collaboration includes the use of Tampereen Energia’s "Lähilämpö Carbon Neutral" heating solution, produced entirely from renewable sources like forestry residues from local forests. This renewable form of heating significantly reduces CO₂ emissions. It can decrease emissions by up to 15,400 kg per 100 MWh—equivalent to the annual carbon footprint of about 1.6 Finns.The first YH Kodit properties using carbon-neutral district heating are located in Tampere on Jankaraitti and Ylämummo. “Our goal is to gradually expand carbon-neutral heating to other properties as well,” says Property Director Tomi Jokio. This ambition reflects the company’s long-term commitment to promoting low-emission housing.&nbsp;Sustainable Living – One Step Closer to the Future YH Kodit’s objectives to reduce energy use and adopt low-emission energy sources clearly point housing in a more sustainable direction. By minimizing the carbon footprint of daily operations and utilizing carbon-neutral heating solutions, YH Kodit’s properties are moving closer to their environmental goals and providing residents with a responsible and eco-friendly living environment.

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<h2>Construction Begins on Kruununvouti, the Final Development in YH Kodit’s Kartanonportti Residential Block in Hatanpää</h2>Construction of Kruununvouti—the last new residential building in YH Kodit’s Kartanonportti block in Hatanpää—will begin in April. The building, and with it the entire block and neighborhood, is scheduled to be completed by summer 2026. The Kartanonportti residential block currently includes six housing companies. Once finished, it will feature nearly 400 owner-occupied apartments, the majority of which are one- and two-bedroom units.“We’re thrilled that construction is now starting on the final part of the block. We believe Kruununvouti's apartments will sell well, as all previously completed homes in the area have already been sold. Kartanonportti is a quiet, enclosed block structure, and soon a tram will run nearby, bringing city center amenities even closer. Interest in the Hatanpää area has grown significantly over the last decade, and more people are recognizing its excellent location,” says YH Kodit CEO Janne Tuominen.<h2>&nbsp;Stable Growth Despite Industry Challenges</h2>Despite tough years in the construction sector, YH Kodit has maintained a solid market position. The company sees modest signs of recovery in the housing development market.“We’re now entering more typical conditions in the construction industry, as the ten-year era of zero-interest rates—which distorted the market—has ended. At YH Kodit, we’ve succeeded in anticipating economic shifts and keeping our financial footing stable. We have strong confidence in the Tampere region, as it continues to grow and attract new residents,” Tuominen adds.<h2>&nbsp;OP Tampere Finances the Kruununvouti Project</h2>OP Tampere is financing the construction of Kruununvouti with a total of €11 million. The bank granted funding despite the project’s relatively low reservation rate. Typically, RS projects require a reservation rate of 50%, but factors such as the developer’s financial stability, readiness for market changes, and the project's location and marketability also play a role.“We want to support Tampere’s growth and vitality by promoting new construction. In this case, we were able to be flexible on the reservation rate, as we view YH Kodit’s financial standing as solid and the location and market appeal of the project as strong,” explains OP Tampere’s Director of Business Services, Kari Lepistö.<h2>&nbsp;Meeting Housing Demand in Tampere</h2>Over the past year, YH Kodit has built 101 new apartments in Tampere and a total of 903 units over the past five years. The company owns over 8,200 rental and right-of-occupancy apartments, nearly 5,600 of which are located in the Tampere region. Last year, Tampere’s population grew by about 5,300 residents, indicating continued demand for new housing.

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Construction of the final site at YH Kodit’s Hatanpään Kartanonportti is beginning

All residents are encouraged to check and update their contact information—especially their email address and phone number—via the resident portal as soon as possible. This ensures that everyone receives up-to-date announcements easily and promptly. You can also contact our customer service to verify your email and phone number.'Our goal is to make communication smoother and more environmentally friendly. Digital communication allows for faster information sharing and significantly reduces paper consumption,' says Tomi Jokio, Property Director at YH Kodit.The new practice will take effect on September 1, 2024, and we hope all residents will respond positively to the change and update their contact details without delay. Rent review letters will be sent out in October, so please contact our customer service promptly if you are unable to use digital services.For more information about the new procedure, contact: 📧 <a href="mailto:asiakaspalvelu@yhkodit.fi">asiakaspalvelu@yhkodit.fi</a> 📞 Tampere: 010 227 3000 📞 Turku: 010 227 3700👉 Please check your contact information.

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