The Outer Cape region of Massachusetts has long struggled with a critical shortage of affordable housing options, particularly affecting the workforce and year-round residents of Truro. This housing crisis has threatened the area’s economic vitality and community diversity, making it increasingly difficult for local workers and families to remain in the area they call home.

Cloverleaf Truro transforms a previously unused 4-acre parcel of town-owned land, originally set aside for a now-obsolete highway on-ramp, into a thoughtfully designed mixed-income community. The development combines two-family dwellings with a central multi-family building to create 43 residential units that serve multiple income levels. This innovative approach provides a mix of affordable, middle income, and market-rate rental units, ensuring a diverse and inclusive community that addresses various housing needs.

The development demonstrates exceptional environmental leadership through its comprehensive sustainability strategy. The central multi-family building achieves rigorous Passive House certification, while the surrounding townhomes reach an impressive HERS 45 rating. As part of the Enterprise Green Communities program and ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction program, the all-electric development harnesses rooftop solar arrays to generate 75% of its energy needs. This forward-thinking approach not only reduces environmental impact but also ensures long-term affordability for residents through significantly reduced utility costs, creating a model for sustainable affordable housing in coastal communities.