Domus Names Del-Sano for HUD Project

Domus Names Del-Sano Contractor for HUD Senior Housing
By Erika Schnitzer, Associate Editor

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Dumont, N.J.—Domus Housing Corp., the housing arm of the Catholic Charities of The Archdiocese of Newark, recently broke ground on a $10.4 million HUD 202 low-income senior housing project, St. Mary’s Senior Residence, in Dumont N.J. Del-Sano Contracting Corp., a U.S. Green Building Council member based in Union, N.J., was selected as the general contractor for the project, and Princeton-based Steven S. Cohen Architect P.C. designed the development, which is located on the grounds of St. Mary’s Parish at 280 Washington Avenue.The four-story, 45,000-sq.-ft. project will offer 49 one-bedroom units for residents ages 62 and older who earn less than $32,000 a year. Each 540-sq.-ft. apartment will be handicap-adaptable and will include Energy Star fixtures and appliances and thermal bypass details for efficient utilities usage. The project also includes a 2,000-sq.-ft. community room with a kitchen. Monthly rents will be 35 percent of residents’ income, explains Barbara Sekelsky, project coordinator, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark. Funding for St. Mary’s Senior Residence was provided through HUD ($7,669,400), Bergen County HOME ($1,010,000), Bergen County CDBG ($200,000), the Federal Home Loan Bank of New York ($375,000) and State of N.J. HOME Funds ($750,000). Additionally, Catholic Charities received a $400,000 DPG grant from HUD for the demolition of the existing building on the site.Del-Sano previously worked with Domus and Catholic Charities of he Archdiocese of Newark in 2005 on a 49-unit senior housing development in Kearny, N.J.

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Michael Wolz Joins Del-Sano Contracting Corp. as Project Manager

Michael Wolz Joins Del-Sano Contracting Corp. as Project Manager
By Betsy Kraat

UNION-– Michael A. J. Wolz, AIA, CSI, CCCA, has joined Del-Sano Contracting Corp. as a project manager, announced Del-Sano CEO Angelo Del Russo. A registered architect and a certified construction contract administrator, Wolz will be responsible for managing the project budget, administrative and engineering controls, client reporting, contract drawings, sub contractors’ requests, training and field staff for Del-Sano’s construction projects throughout New Jersey.
Wolz brings more than 20 years’ experience in architecture and construction project management to Del-Sano. He previously served as a construction project manager for The RBA Group in Parsippany where he managed more than $188 million in projects over a five-year period. He has also held positions with URS Corporation and the South Orange/Maplewood Board of Education, as well as several architectural firms in New Jersey.
He earned a BA in architecture from Pratt Institute School of Architecture and a BA in architectural history from Syracuse University. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), AIA New Jersey and the New Jersey Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute.

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New Jersey & Company Michael Wolz Joins Del-Sano

Michael Wolz Joins Del-Sano Contracting Corp. as Project Manager
By Betsy Kraat
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UNION-– Michael A. J. Wolz, AIA, CSI, CCCA, has joined Del-Sano Contracting Corp. as a project manager, announced Del-Sano CEO Angelo Del Russo.
A registered architect and a certified construction contract administrator, Wolz will be responsible for managing the project budget, administrative and engineering controls, client reporting, contract drawings, sub contractors’ requests, training and field staff for Del-Sano’s construction projects throughout New Jersey.
Wolz brings more than 20 years’ experience in architecture and construction project management to Del-Sano. He previously served as a construction project manager for The RBA Group in Parsippany where he managed more than $188 million in projects over a five-year period. He has also held positions with URS Corporation and the South Orange/Maplewood Board of Education, as well as several architectural firms in New Jersey.
He earned a BA in architecture from Pratt Institute School of Architecture and a BA in architectural history from Syracuse University. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), AIA New Jersey and the New Jersey Chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute.
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Del-Sano Contracting Breaks Ground on Two Phases of N.J. Continuing Care Community
By Erika Schnitzer, Associate Editor

West Caldwell, N.J.--Del-Sano Contracting Corp., a Union, N.J.-based construction management firm, has been selected to serve as the general contractor of Phases two and three for a continuing care retirement community in West Caldwell, N.J. The development, Crane’s Mill, will be the second project that Del-Sano has built for the owner, Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey (LSM/NJ), a faith-based, non-profit ministry that provides social services and affordable housing to seniors and families.The first phase of the project was completed in 1998. "The building has been fully occupied for two to three years, and we’ve had a consistent waiting list of people wanting to come into the facilities. There are not a lot of CCRCs (continuing care retirement communities) in the area, so seniors are looking for this type of housing," Susan Arnold, vice president of fund development and marketing of LSM/NJ, tells MHN. "CCRC living is a friendly, warm and welcoming environment."Crane’s Mill offers three levels of care--independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing and rehabilitation services--under the same roof. Once completed, Crane’s Mill will offer 286 independent living units, 48 assisted living units, 18 dementia units and 66 units for skilled nursing and rehabilitation services.Phase two will include 70 independent units with sub-grade parking, as well as five two-unit cottages, explains Angelo DelRusso, CEO of Del-Sano. "The independent unit living building is the largest portion of the project that links up to the existing building," allowing residents access to the community amenities, which includes a fitness center, pool and dining facilities.The independent living units offer one- and two-bedrooms, in addition to the cottages, and is currently 65 percent pre-sold. Prices range from $200,000 to $700,000 and may differ depending on the contract the resident chooses. The type A contract offers life care services, while the type B contract charges additional fees for services as needed. Phase three of the project is a renovation of the already existing assisted living and skilled nursing units. Del-Sano will build a new wing that will house a memory support area, a dementia courtyard and assisted living common areas. Once completed, phase three will convert 60 existing units into 48 assisted living units and 17 dementia units.The property, which recently began construction on the new phases, is located on 35 acres on the former site of a lumber mill. The project is expected to be complete in January 2010. Commerce Bank provided bond financing for the $27 million project.
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August 8, 2008
Del-Sano Contracting Selected to Construct Phases II & III of Crane's Mill Retirement Community
By Betsy Kraat
WEST CALDWELL--Del-Sano Contracting Corp. has been selected by Lutheran Social Ministries ofNew Jersey to serve as the general contractor for the development of Phases II and III of Crane’sMill, a continuing care retirement community.The $27-million project represents the second project that Del-Sano has built for LSM/NJ, a faithbased, non-profit ministry that provides social services and affordable housing to seniors andfamilies across the state of New Jersey. The 16-month project is expected to commence in August 2008. In July 2008, Del-Sano completed the building construction of Mt. Olive II, an affordable housing complex in Flanders for LSM/NJ. Located on a 35-acre campus on the former site of a lumber mill dating to the mid 1700’s, Crane’s Mill offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care. LSM/NJ opened Crane’s Mill in August 1998. Once Phases II and III of Crane’s Mill are complete, the community will consist of 286 independent living units, 48 assisted living units, 18 dementia units, as well as 66 units for skilled nursing and rehabilitiation services, to offer a full spectrum of living arrangements for seniors.
Phase II construction will take place alongside Passaic Avenue and will include the addition of 70
independent living apartments with 47 underground parking spaces, as well as 10 cottages, each
featuring an attached garage. The independent living units will be located in a two-story building
that is connected to the existing central facility building to provide direct access to the community’s central amenities.
Phase III comprises the assisted living component of Crane’s Mill, which consists of 20,000 sf of
new and renovated space. Specifically, Del-Sano will build a new wing that will house a memory
support area, a dementia courtyard and renovated assisted living common areas. The project will also include a new entry, enlarged activity space and a more open floor plan. Phase III will convert 60 existing assisted living units into 48 assisted living units and 18 dementia units.

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BNET News Del-Sano Deliver's with NJ's Mt. Olive Manor II

Del-Sano Contracting Corp. marks the grand opening of Mr. Olive Manor II in Flanders, NJ. Mt. Olive Manor II consists of 50 affordable, federally subsidized, one-bedroom apartments and is adjacent to 60 existing apartments that comprise Mt. Olive Manor I. Del-Sano served as the general contractor for the $8.9 million project, which was funded largely through the Section 202 HUD program. Mt. Olive Manor II is professionally managed by Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey.
According to Del-Sano CEO Angelo Del Russo, "Since the project is adjacent to Mt. Olive Manor I and they share several common areas, it was important to create a smooth transition during construction and minimize disruption to current residents at the existing facility.
Mt. Olive Manor II has been outfitted with state-of-the-art technology, including a key-fob entry/security system and the latest wiring for cable and data services. Other features include hallways lined with handrails, handicap-accessible showers, and an intercom system that connects directly to the building management office for added peace of mind. In keeping with its commitment to green building, Del-Sano achieved Energy-Star Certification for Mt. Olive Manor II for adhering to strict guidelines for the way the site was developed and will continue to use energy, water, and materials to reduce the impact on human health and the environment, as outlined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Mt. Olive Manor II was dedicated in memory of Mr. Gerald O. Sims. Mr. Sims was the Director of Housing Development for LSM/NJ from 1998 to 2005 and during his tenure, was instrumental in the planning and design of Mt. Olive Manor II.

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Del-Sano delivers with NJ's Mt. Olive
Manor II. Real Estate Weekly • July 23, 2008 • INSIDE CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN
Del-Sano Contracting Corp. marks the grand opening of Mr. Olive Manor II in Flanders, NJ. Mt.
Olive Manor II consists of 50 affordable, federally subsidized, one-bedroom apartments and is
adjacent to 60 existing apartments that comprise Mt. Olive Manor I. Del-Sano served as the generalcontractor for the $8.9 million project, which was funded largely through the Section 202 HUDprogram. Mt. Olive Manor II is professionally managed by Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey.
According to Del-Sano CEO Angelo Del Russo, "Since the project is adjacent to Mt. Olive Manor I and they share several common areas, it was important to create a smooth transition during
construction and minimize disruption to current residents at the existing facility.
Mt. Olive Manor II has been outfitted with state-of-the-art technology, including a key-fob
entry/security system and the latest wiring for cable and data services. Other features include
hallways lined with handrails, handicap-accessible showers, and an intercom system that connectsdirectly to the building management office for added peace of mind. In keeping with its commitmentto green building, Del-Sano achieved Energy-Star Certification for Mt. Olive Manor II for adhering tostrict guidelines for the way the site was developed and will continue to use energy, water, andmaterials to reduce the impact on human health and the environment, as outlined by the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency. Mt. Olive Manor II was dedicated in memory of Mr. Gerald O.Sims. Mr. Sims was the Director of Housing Development for LSM/NJ from 1998 to 2005 andduring his tenure, was instrumental in the planning and design of Mt. Olive Manor II.
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