Fredericksburg is an independent city 45 miles south of Washington D.C. and 58 miles north of Richmond, making up part of the Northern Virginia region. Moreover, the birthplace and childhood home of the nation's first president and one of its founding fathers, George Washington. Meet Fredericksburg, the place offering a true historic feast. The 40-block Fredericksburg Historic District embraces the city's downtown area and contains more than 350 buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. Today, the buildings give home to chef-owned restaurants, art galleries and studios, and antique and specialty shops. The Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park commemorates the Battle of Fredericksburg and the Second Battle of Fredericksburg. Imagine raising a family in these surroundings where the elevated atmosphere makes history practically tangible. The city’s website has dedicated a separate section to new residents where it promises its inhabitants the opportunity to enjoy all the services typically found in larger cities, such as award-winning schools and neighborhoods within walking distance of its downtown. If this is the case, why not go ahead and purchase a zero carbon home in Fredericksburg offered by well-known builders like Toll Brothers, Beazer Homes, and Sona Homes in three newly established green communities? As a zero carbon home owner, you are playing a key role in reducing your house’s carbon footprint due to its being built to conserve energy and water, improve indoor air quality, and produce generally less waste. Look for the ENERGY STAR approval which guarantees to help you reduce your monthly utility bills while protecting the environment through highly energy-efficient appliances, building materials, and building practices. You couldn’t wish for anything more than this.
