Structural Engineering for HOC’s LEED Platinum Headquarters

The Housing Opportunities Commission (HOC) of Montgomery County is constructing a new headquarters in the heart of downtown Silver Spring, Maryland. This nine-story, 82,000-square-foot Class A office building is designed to support HOC’s mission of providing housing and supportive services to Montgomery County residents. 

Prioritizing accessibility and community engagement, the first two floors feature a double height public lobby and customer service center, while the upper floors house office spaces, consultation rooms, a hearing room, and amenity spaces for staff and visitors. The headquarters, designed to achieve LEED Platinum certification, incorporates multiple green roofs and features sustainable construction practices, such as the use of Type IL cement.