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Erland Construction begins construction at 32 Second Avenue for Nordblom Company

Erland Construction has begun construction of new multifamily housing at 32 Second Ave. for Nordblom Company, a client of Erland's for 38 years. Located in the new 3rd Ave mixed-use development, the residents of this apartment community will have multiple shopping, entertainment and dining options at right their doorstep. This new complex will have 180 rental units, a detached parking deck for 122 cars and surface parking for another 189 vehicles. Designed by Cube 3 of Lawrence, Mass. as a single four-story building with three wings, tenant amenities will include an outdoor swimming pool in one of the courtyards. This project began with demolition of an existing office building as part of the continued transformation of Northwest Park into 3rd Ave. Its neighbors include the newest offerings including Kings Bowl America and Wegmans Supermarkets. Erland Construction, with offices in Burlington and East Windsor, Conn., is one of the region's leading open shop construction management and general contracting firms. The company has the specialized expertise for new construction, additions, and renovations in major market sectors including residential, office, academic, commercial and healthcare.
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