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ALIGNING WITH INDUSTRY STANDARDS
In 2021, we established a goal to pursue the Fitwel
health and well-being certification for all new
developments. Developed by the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Center for
Active Design, Fitwel is an international building
certification that supports healthier workplace and
living environments to help improve occupant health
and productivity. We believe that the real estate sector
can play a key role in meeting public health demands
for healthier buildings and that incorporating
evidence-based strategies championed by Fitwel in
our new developments will create workplaces that
inspire our coworkers and customers and allow them
to prosper. In 2021, 3 development projects pursued
Fitwel certification.
FITWELL MULTI-TENANT BASE BUILDING SCORECARD
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Location/walkability
Entrances/ground floor
Work spaces
Prepared food areas
Building access
Stairs
Shared spaces
Vending/snack bars
Outdoor spaces
Indoor environment
Water supply
Emergency preparedness
MIDTOWN WEST, TAMPA
Midtown West is a 152,000 SF, 8-story class A office building. It is a first-of-its-kind
mixed use project in the Westshore BBD of Tampa that offers a true live, work, play
experience. The property is located in a walkable, vibrant community with active
outdoor space, including a plaza courtyard for event programming, restaurants
and boutiques and miles of jogging trails. In support of Highwoods commitment
to sustainability and healthy buildings, Midtown West achieved both LEED and
Fitwel certification through a variety of design strategies and planned amenities,
including a reflective roof, enhanced air filtration system, green cleaning program
and destination elevators.
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