Cost Efficiency

Old tarps used for the leaky roof  

Leaky roofs were too costly to repair; after tarps no longer keep the rain out animals were moved into other areas of the facility and some kennels were no longer used at all. 

Old air conditioning system Old ventilation system 

Outdated ventilation and air conditioning systems require costly repairs and aren't as environmentally friendly as the new LEED certified system which underwent a "commissioning process" to ensure that all HVAC systems maximize their potential.