Akridge Announces Recertification of 14 Properties with WELL Health-Safety Ratings

Recertification Demonstrates Akridge's dedication to operational excellence and heath-safety

(Washington, DC) - Akridge announced today that 14 of its managed properties have once again been recertified with the WELL Health-Safety Rating through the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). These recertifications are a testament to Akridge's continued commitment to operational excellence, client service, and the health and safety of building occupants.

The recertified properties are 601 Thirteenth Street, 900 Seventh Street, 975 F Street, 1025 Vermont Avenue, 1100 Seventeenth Street, 1101 Sixteenth Street, 1121 Fourteenth Street, 1199 North Fairfax Street, 1200 Seventeenth Street, 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue, 2100 L Street, 2425 Wilson Boulevard, 3030 Potomac Avenue, and 7550 Wisconsin Avenue. The WELL Health-Safety Rating is an evidence-based, third-party verified rating for all new and existing buildings and space types, emphasizing operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement, and emergency plans to enhance health and safety.

Achieving recertification across all 14 properties is proof of the strength of Akridge's property management and engineering teams, whose daily work ensures that buildings are operated with consistency, care, and attention to detail. Their dedication to excellence, proactive approach to maintenance and operations, and commitment to doing things the right way continue to set a high standard for the properties Akridge manages.

The WELL Health-Safety Rating empowers owners and operators to prioritize the health and safety of their staff, visitors, tenants, and stakeholders. The rating serves as a valuable guide for enhancing spaces to support health, safety, and overall well-being. These rigorous measures reassure building occupants and the broader community that their health and safety remain a top priority.

"Achieving WELL Health-Safety recertification across these 14 properties reflects the continued discipline, dedication, and pride our property management and engineering teams bring to their work every day," said Sarah Knutson, managing principal and chief operating officer of Akridge. "This recognition is not only about meeting a standard; it is about consistently operating our buildings with care, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way for our clients, tenants, and communities."

The recertification process involved evaluating a range of measures, including enhanced cleaning and sanitization procedures, emergency preparedness programs, health service resources, air and water quality management, and stakeholder engagement and communication.

The WELL Health-Safety Rating provides a centralized validation system for health-focused building efforts, overseen by IWBI. It addresses a range of health and safety topics through a diverse set of evidence-based strategies that can be customized to an organization's specific concerns and short- and long-term goals. The WELL Health-Safety Rating incorporates strategies to minimize disease transmission, prevent mold, and ensure superior air and water quality. It also focuses on emergency planning and operations, as well as occupant communication and engagement to ensure awareness and participation in creating a healthy, safe environment. The rating draws from recognized standard-making associations such as ASTM International and ASHRAE, as well as leading academic and research institutions. Its core principles are derived from IWBI's WELL Building Standard, the premier framework for advancing health in buildings and spaces of all types.

The 14 Akridge-managed buildings were awarded recertification following successful completion of third-party documentation by Sustainable Building Partners and verification by GBCI, confirming their adherence to the specific intents and requirements of the rating. The recertification reflects the continued leadership of Sonia Zamora and the sustained efforts of Akridge's property management and engineering teams, whose focus, collaboration, and high standards help ensure the company's buildings are operated with care and consistency every day.

About Akridge

Akridge serves every aspect of the real estate business through high-quality investments, development, and operations. Guided by a leadership team with decades of industry experience, Akridge real estate professionals apply an owner's perspective in order to build long-term value and success. They provide investments, development, property management, design and construction management, leasing, finance and asset management, and owner's representation. With offices in Washington, DC and Charlotte, NC, Akridge continues to anticipate the needs of the industry and its clients by delivering exceptional real estate experiences. For more information on Akridge, please visit https://www.akridge.com.