First National Realty Partners Completes LED Lighting Upgrades at Fountain Hills Plaza to Enhance Efficiency and Asset Performance

First National Realty Partners, a national private equity commercial real estate firm, completed major lighting upgrades at Fountain Hills Plaza in Fountain Hills, Arizona. The project improves tenant and customer satisfaction, boosts operational efficiency, and supports long-term property performance, while reinforcing FNRP's commitment to sustainability and community alignment.

The lighting upgrade complies with the standards of Fountain Hills, a designated Dark Sky Community committed to preserving natural night skies. FNRP's new 3000 Kelvin, warm-colored LED fixtures are fully shielded and directed downward, illuminating walkways, drive aisles, and storefronts without casting light upward or outward.

The installation was completed in partnership with Awaken Blue, a lighting design and technology firm specializing in dark-sky-compliant and energy-efficient solutions.

The upgrade is part of a continued investment in property improvements that support tenant success and overall asset quality. Fountain Hills Plaza serves a loyal customer base from Fountain Hills and the surrounding Scottsdale area. The upgraded lighting enhances the atmosphere of the center, offering better visibility and a more inviting experience for visitors, particularly after dark.

The LED lighting conversion is expected to significantly reduce electricity usage and related Common Area Maintenance (CAM) charges, which cover shared expenses such as utilities, landscaping, and parking lot upkeep. LEDs also have longer life cycles and lower maintenance requirements, reducing the disruptions and costs often associated with traditional lighting systems.

These reductions help improve the property's net operating income (NOI) and create a more attractive cost structure for tenants—key factors in retention and long-term leasing stability.