RTD Maintenance Facility Gets LEED Gold Certification

The Regional Transportation District celebrated its new commuter rail maintenance facility (CRMF) by inviting the public to tour the state-of-the-art 230,000 square foot facility.

The CRMF will be used to maintain, clean and store up to 80 new commuter rail cars that will operate on the East Rail (A) Line, Gold (G) Line, the Northwest Rail (B) Line to Westminster and North Metro Rail (N) Line.

The CRMF has received a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification which demonstrates environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Sustainable features of the CRMF include efficient mechanics and lights for energy savings, water-efficient plumbing fixtures for reduction in water usage and specially designed windows that prevent thermal transfer.

The LEED certificate was unveiled July 25, during an open house attended by 500 people.

A bronze plaque was also dedicated to the RTD Board of Directors as a symbol of each member's leadership at the agency and commitment to progress.