Leed Ga, Leed Ap V4

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Neighborhood Development Location

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Points: 16

Intent: to avoid development on inappropriate sites, reduce miles traveled, enhance livability and improve human health by encouraging daily physical activity.

Requirements: Locate in a neighborhood certified under LEED-ND, certified plan or project under LEED-ND v4, stage 2 or stage 3 under LEED-ND pilot or LEED-ND v2009

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LT

Sensitive Land Protection

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Points: 1

Intent: To avoid the development of environmentally sensitive lands and reduce the environmental impact from the location of a building on a site.

Requirements: 1. Locate project on previously developed land. or 2. Site that doesn't meet any of the sensitive land criteria: prime farmland, floodplains, habitat for endangered species, within 100 ft of water bodies or 50 ft of wetlands except for minor improvements

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LT

High-Priority Site

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Points: 2

Intent: to encourage project location in areas with development constraints and promote the health of the surrounding area.

Requirements: 1. (1 pt) locate the project on an infill location in a historic district. or 2. (1 pt) Locate the project site in one of the following: an EPA national priorities listed site, federal empowerment zone, federal enterprise community, federal renewal community, federal low-income community, or federal qualified census tract or difficult development area (DDA). or 3. (2 pts) on a brownfield site with soil or groundwater contamination where jurisdiction requires remediation and perform remediation as required.

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LT

Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses

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Points: 5

Intent: To conserve land and protect farmland and wildlife habitat by encouraging development in areas with existing infrastructure. To promote walkability, and transportation efficiency and reduce vehicle distance traveled. To improve public health by encouraging daily physical activity.

Requirements: Option 1. (2-3 points) - Locate on a site where the surrounding density within a ¼ mile radius meets “separate residential and nonresidential densities” or the “combined density” value. Option 2. (1-2 points) - Locate the building within ½ mile walking distance to 4-7 (1 point) or 8+ (2 points) existing and publicly available diverse uses.

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LT

Access to Quality Transit

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Points: 5

Intent: To encourage development in locations shown to have multi modal transportation choices or otherwise reduced motor vehicle use, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and other environmental and public health harms associated with motor vehicle use.

Requirements: Locate the project within ¼ mile walking distance of bus, streetcar, or rideshare stops, or within ½ mile walking distance of bus rapid transit stops, light or heavy rail stations, commuter rail stations or ferry terminals. Stations may be existing, or planned if they are sited, funded, and under con

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LT

Bicycle Facilities

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Points: 1

Intent: To promote bicycling and transportation efficiency and reduce vehicle distance traveled. To improve public health bye encouraging utilitarian and recreational physical activity.

Requirements: Within 200 yards of a bicycle network that connects to one within 3-miles by bike:- 10 diverse uses- School/Employment center (if project is 50% or more residential)- Bus rapid transit, light or heavy rail, commuter rail, or ferry"Short Term" bike parking for 2.5% peak visitors (min 4) + "Long Term" bike storage for 5% all commercial occupants (min 4) + Long term bicycle storage for 30% of all residents (min one per residence)- One shower for first 100 occupants, plus an additional shower for every additional 150.

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LT

Reduced Parking Footprint

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Points: 1

Intent: To minimize the environmental harms associated with parking facilities, including automobile dependence, land consumption,and rainwater runoff.

Requirements: Do not exceed code parking capacity and provide capacity that is below the base ratios recommended by theParking Consultants Council.Provide 5% preferred parking for carpools. Case 1. Baseline location (no credit for Surrounding Density and Diverse Uses or Access to Quality Transit) :20% reduction from the base ratios.Case 2. Dense and/or transit-served location (earns density and/or transit credit): 40% reduction

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LT

Green Vehicles

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Points: 1

Intent: To reduce pollution by promoting alternatives to conventionally fueled automobiles.

Requirements: 5% preferred parking for green vehicles, across all parking sections (e.g. short and long term) -OR- Provide at least 20% parking discount.-AND Option 1. Install electric vehicle charging stations for at least 2% of all parking spaces. Option 2. Install alternative fueling or battery switching to serve vehicles equal to 2% of parking

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SS

Prerequisite Construction Activity Pollution Prevention

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Points: n/a

Intent: To reduce pollution from construction activities by controlling soil erosion, waterway sedimentation and airborne dust.

Requirements: Create and implement an erosion and sedimentation control plan for all construction activities. Plan must follow 2012 US EPA construction general permit or local equivalent, whichever is more stringent.

Code: 2012 US EPA Construction General Permit

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SS

Site Assessment

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Points: 1

Intent: To assess site conditions before design to evaluate sustainable options and inform related decisions about site design.

Requirements: Survey and document: topography, hydrology, climate, vegetation, soils, human use, human health effects. Survey should demonstrate the relationship between site features and these topics, and describe how these features influenced the design.

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SS

Site Development - Protect or Restore habitat

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Points: 2

Intent: To conserve existing natural areas and restoredamaged areas to provide habitat andpromote biodiversity.

Requirements: Preserve and protect min 40% of existing greenfields from development and construction activity. -AND Option 1. (2 points) - Restore 30% of total site using native or adapted vegetation and, restore disturbed or compacted soils that will be vegetated.Option 2. (1 point) - Donate $0.40 per sq.ft. of the total site to a nationally or locally recognized land trust orconservation organization

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SS

Open Spaces

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Points: 1

Intent: To create exterior open space that encourages interaction with the environment,social interaction, passive recreation, and physical activities.

Requirements: Open and accessible space at least 30% of the total site (min 25% of this space must be vegetated or havevegetated canopy)One or more of the following: Pedestrian-oriented paving or turf, Recreation-oriented paving or turf, Gardenspace w/ diverse year round plantings, Garden space dedicated to food or community gardens, or Habitatthat meets criteria of SS Credit Site Development – Protect or Restore Habitat

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SS

Rainwater Management

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Points: 3

Intent: To reduce runoff volume and improve water quality by replicating the natural hydrology and water balance of the site, based on historical conditions and undeveloped ecosystems in the region.

Requirements: Option 1. (2-3 points) - Manage runoff on site for the 95th (2 points) or 98th (3 points) percentile rainfall event using low-impact development and green infrastructure. Projects on zero lot lines with min 1.5 FAR meet 85th (3 points) percentile event.Option 2. (3 points) - Natural land cover conditions (3 points) - Annual post-development runoff must not exceed pre-development values.

Code: US EPA technical guidance on implementing the rainwater runoff requirements for federal projects under section 438 of the energy independence and security act.

Exemplary perf: Yes, double (60% or $.80/sf)

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SS

Heat Island Reduction

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Points: 2

Intent: To minimize effects on microclimates and human and wildlife habitats by reducing heat islands.

Requirements: Option 1. (2 points) - Install roof and non roof measures for 50% of non roof area and 75% roof area, by weighted average. Option 2. (1 point) - At least 75% of parking spaces under cover. Any roof used must meet one of the following: 3-year aged SRI of at least 32, Vegetated roof, or Be covered by energy generation systems.

Code or Standard: ASTM Standards E903 and E892, Cool roof rating council standard

Exemplary Perf: Achieve both options and locate 100% of parking under cover.

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SS

Light Pollution Reduction

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Points: 1

Intent: To increase night sky access, improve nighttime visibility, and reduce the consequences of development for wildlife and people.

Requirements: Meet both uplight and light trespass requirements using either Option 1 (BUG method - prescriptive) orOption 2 (Calculation). Trespass requirements depending on MLO Lighting Zone.Internally illuminated signage must not exceed 200 cd/m3 (nits) at night and 2000 cd/m during the day.

Code: IES/IDA Model Lighting Ordinance User Guide IES TM-15-11, Addendum A

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WE

Prerequisite Outdoor Water Use Reduction

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce outdoor water use consumption

Requirements: Reduce water use by 20% from baseline. All eligible new toilets, urinals private lavatory faucets and shower heads must be Water Sense labeled. Meet minimum water efficiency for appliances, equipment and processes.

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WE

Prerequisite Indoor Water Use Reduction

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce indoor water use consumption

Requirements: Reduce water use by 20% from baseline.All eligible new toilets, urinals, private lavatory faucets, and shower heads must be Water Sense labeled. Meet minimum water efficiency for appliances, equipment, and processes.

Code: Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992 and as amended EP Act 2005 Uniform Plumbing Code 2006 International Plumbing Code 2006 ENERGY STAR EPA WaterSense

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WE

Prerequisite Building-Level Water Metering

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Points: N/A

Intent: To support water management and identify opportunities for additional water savings by tracking water consumption.

Requirements: tracking water consumption.Track (and share with USGBC) monthly and annual water usage data for 5 years

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WE

Outdoor Water Use Reduction

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Points: 2

Intent: To reduce outdoor water consumption

Requirements: Option 1. (2 points) - No permanent irrigation required after 2 years.Option 2. Reduce irrigation water demand by 50% (1 point) or 100% (2 points), can count non-potable sources.

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WE

Indoor Water Use Reduction

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Points: 6

Intent: To reduce indoor water consumption

Requirements: Reduce water use by 25% - 50% from baseline.Meet additional water efficiency for appliances, equipment, and processes

Code: Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992 and as amended EP Act 2005 Uniform Plumbing Code 2006 International Plumbing Code 2006 ENERGY STAR EPA Water Sense

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WE

Cooling Tower Water Use

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Points: 2

Intent: To conserve water used for cooling tower makeup while controlling microbes, corrosion, and scale in the condenser water system.

Requirements: One-time potable water analysis, measuring at least the five control parameters: (Ca (as in CaCO3) – max1000 ppm, Total alkalinity – max 1000 ppm, SiO2 – max 100 ppm, Cl- - max 250 ppm, Conductivity – max 2000µS/cm)Calculate number of cooling tower cycles, limiting cooling cycles to avoid exceeding maximum concentrationsfor any parameter.Up to 10 cycles, 1 point 10+ cycles, or 20% reclaimed water, 2 points

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WE

Water Metering

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Points: 1

Intent: To support water management and identify opportunities for additional water savings by tracking water consumption.

Requirements: Install additional metering for two or more: Irrigation, Indoor plumbing, Domestic hot water, Large boilers,Reclaimed water, and/or Other process water

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EA

Prerequisite Fundamental Commissioning and Verification

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Points: N/A

Intent: To support the design, construction, and eventual operation of a project that meets the owner’s project requirements for energy,water, indoor environmental quality, and durability.

Requirements: Develop OPR and BOD and designate CxA by end of DD phase.Create an Operations and Maintenance PlanCxA must: Review OPR, BOD and project design, Develop and implement a Cx plan, Cx requirements into theconstruction documents, Develop construction checklists, Develop a system test procedure, Verify systemtesting, Maintain an issues/benefits log, Prepare a final Cx process report, Document all findings directly tothe owner

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EA

Prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce the environmental and economic harms of excessive energy use by achieving a minimum level of energy efficiency for the building and its systems.

Requirements: Comply with mandatory and prescriptive provisions of ASHRAE 90.1-2010-AND Option1. Perform an energy model to show at least 5% energy cost savings.Option 2. Follow prescriptive requirements of the ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guide specific to the project type. Only certain projects are eligible.Option 3. Follow Design Process Strategies, Core Performance Requirements, and select Enhanced Performance Strategies (Supply Air Temperature Reset (VAV), Premium Economizer Performance, and Variable Speed Control)

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EA

Prerequisite Building-Level Energy Metering

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Points: N/A

Intent: To support energy management and identify opportunities for additional energy savings by tracking building-level energy use.

Requirements: Provide energy metering devices for all energy inputs, including electricity, natural gas, chilled water, steam,fuel oil, propane, biomass, etc.Commit to sharing whole building energy usage data with USGBC for 5 years or until a change in ownership or lessee.

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EA

Prerequisite Fundamental Refrigerant Management

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce stratospheric ozone depletion

Requirements: Do not use CFC-based refrigerants in new HVAC&R systems.If existing systems contain CFC-based refrigerants, complete a CFC phase-out conversion before project completion.

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EA

Enhanced Commissioning

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Points: 6

Intent: To further support the design, construction,and eventual operation of a project that meets the owner’s project requirements for energy, water, indoor environmental quality,and durability.

Requirements: Option 1. Enhanced Systems CommissioningPath 1 (3 points) - Complete Cx process activities for MEP and renewable energy systems according toASHRAE Guideline 0-2005 and ASHRAE Guideline 1.1-2007.CxA must: Review contractor submittals, Verify systems manual and training requirements in CD, Verify systems manual updates and delivery, Verify operator training delivery and effectiveness, Verify seasonal testing, Review building operations 10 months after substantial completion, Develop an ongoing Cx Plan Path 2 (4 points) - Achieve path 1 and: Monitor points to assess performance of energy and water using systems and include this information in the Cx Plan, and Update systems manual with any changes and provide justification for modifications from original design.-AND/OR Option 2. Envelope Commissioning (2 points)Include the building’s thermal envelope in Cx, and perform enhanced Cx on the envelope

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EA

Optimize Energy Performance

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Points: 18

Intent: To achieve increasing levels of energyperformance beyond the prerequisite standard to reduce environmental and economic harms associated with excessive energy use

Requirements: Comply with mandatory and prescriptive provisions of ASHRAE 90.1-2010-AND Option1. (1-18 points) - Perform an energy model to show energy cost savings.Option 2. (1-6 points) - Follow prescriptive requirements of the ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guide specific to the project type. Only certain projects types are eligible.

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EA

Advanced Energy Metering

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Points: 1

Intent: To support energy management and identify opportunities for additional energy savings by tracking building-level and system level energy use.

Requirements: install advanced energy metering for all whole-building energy sources and any individual energy end use that is 10% or more of the total annual use.

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EA

Demand Response

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Points: 2

Intent: To increase participation in demand response technologies and programs that make energy generation and distribution systems more efficient, increase grid reliability, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Requirements: Design the building and equipment to allow participation in demand response programs through load shedding or shifting (does not include on-site energy generation).Participation in programs is required where they are available.

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EA

Renewable Energy Production

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Points: 3

Intent: To reduce the environmental and economic harms associated with fossil fuel energy by increasing self-supply of renewable energy.

Requirements: Use on-site renewable energy to offset a 1% (1 point), 5% (2 points), or 10% (3 points) of the building energy cost, using energy model or CBECS database.

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EA

Enhanced Refrigerant Management

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Points: 1

Intent: To reduce ozone depletion and support early compliance with the Montreal Protocol while minimizing direct contributions to climate change.

Requirements: Option 1. Use no refrigerants or use only refrigerants that have an ODP of zero and a GWP of less than 50.Option 2. Select refrigerants to minimize or eliminate the use of compounds that deplete the ozone and/or contribute to climate change, and perform calculation showing that all HVAC&R equipment is within acceptable levels.

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EA

Green Power and Carbon Offsets

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Points: 2

Intent: To encourage the reduction of green-house-gas emissions through the use of grid-source,renewable energy technologies and carbon mitigation projects

Requirements: Agree to purchase 50% (1 point) or 100% (2 points) of the project’s energy from one or more of the following for at least 5 years: Green Power, Carbon Offsets, or Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).

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MR

Prerequisite Storage and Collection of Recyclables

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce the waste that is generated by building occupants and hauled to and disposed of in landfills

Requirements: Provide dedicated collection and storage area(s) for:Mixed paper, Corrugated cardboard, Glass, Plastics, and MetalsTake measures for safe collection, storage, and disposal for 2:Batteries, Mercury-containing lamps, and/or Electronic waste

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MR

Prerequisite Construction and Demolition Waste Management Planning

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Points: N/A

Intent: To reduce construction and demolition waste disposed of in landfills and incineration facilities by recovering, reusing, and recycling materials.

Recyclables: Implement a Construction and Demolition Waste Management Plan (C&D WMP). Target at least 5 materials for diversion. Estimate diversion percentage. Describe how each material will be diverted

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MR

Building Life-Cycle Impact Reduction

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Points: 5

Intent: To encourage adaptive reuse and optimize the environmental performance of products and materials.

Requirements: Option 1. (5 points) - Reuse a registered (or eligible) historic building structure, envelope, and interiornonstructural elements, and follow additional guidelines to maintain historic character.Option 2. (5 points) - Maintain 50% (surface area) of existing structure, enclosure, and interior non-structural elements of an abandoned or blighted building Option 3. (2-4 points) - Reuse or salvage building materials as a percentage of surface area. 25% - 2 points,50% - 3 points, 75% - 4 points. Option 4. (3 points) - For partial or entire new construction, conduct LCA of the project structure and enclosure. LCA must: Demonstrate 10% reduction from baseline building in at least 3 areas, including global warming potential.

Exemplary Perf: Option 3 - reuse 95%, Option 4 - address all 6 areas

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MR

Building Production Disclosure and Optimization - Environmental Product Declarations

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Points: 2

Intent: To encourage the use of products and materials for which life-cycle information is available and that have environmentally,economically, and socially preferable life-cycle impacts. To reward project teams for selecting products from manufacturers who have verified improved environmental life-cycle impacts.

Requirements: Option 1. (1 point) Use 20 products from at least 5 manufacturers as follows:- Product-specific Type III EPD – full credit per product- Industry-wide (generic) EPD – ½ credit per product- Third-party certified (ISO 14044) Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) – ¼ credit per product- Other USGBC approved programs. Option 2. (1 point) Use 50% (by cost) materials that show improvements in at least 3 areas, including global warming potential. Products harvested, manufactured and purchased within 100 miles are valued at 200%cost.

Exemplary Perf: Option 1 - 40 products, Option 2 - 75% by cost.

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MR

Construction and Demolition Waste Management

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Points: 2

Intent: To reduce construction and demolition waste disposed of in landfills and incineration facilities by recovering, reusing, and recycling materials.

Requirements: Option 1. Recycle and/or Salvage nonhazardous construction and demolition materials.- Min 50%, including at least 3 material streams (1 point)- Min 75%, including at least 4 material streams (2 points). Option 2. (2 points) - Do not generate more than 2.5 pounds of waste per square foot (12.2 kg/m2) floor area

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EQ

Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance

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Intent: To contribute to the comfort and well-being of building occupants by establishing minimum standards for indoor air quality (IAQ).

Requirements: Meet separate ventilation and monitoring requirements for both mechanically and naturally ventilated spaces

Code/Standard: ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2010, Ventilation for acceptable indoor air quality (with errata)

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EQ

Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control

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Intent: To prevent or minimize exposure of building occupants, indoor surfaces, and ventilation air distribution systems to environmental tobacco smoke.

Requirements:

Outdoors: Prohibit smoking outside except in designated areas, at least 25 feet from entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows, and in all areas used for business purposes (e.g. sidewalk sale)

Indoors: Prohibit smoking in all nonresidential areas, prohibit smoking in residential areas, or implement significant measures to minimize exposure.

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EQ

Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies

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Points: 2

Intent: To promote occupants' comfort, well-being, and productivity by improving indoor air quality

Requirements:

Option 1. (1 pt) Comply with all applicable requirements for entryway systems, cross-contamination prevention, filtration, natural ventilation design calculations, and mixed-mode design calculations

Option 2. (1 pt) Comply with all applicable requirements for exterior contamination prevention, increased ventilation, carbon dioxide monitoring, source control and monitoring, and natural ventilation room by room calculations.

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EQ

Low-Emitting Materials

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Points: 3

Intent: To reduce concentrations of chemical contaminants that can damage air quality, human health, productivity, and the environment

Requirements:

Option 1. (1-3 points). Comply with 2 or more of the 5-7 categories:

-Interior paints and coatings

-Interior adhesives and sealants

-Flooring

-Composite Wood

-Ceilings, walls, thermal, and acoustic insulation

-Furniture (if in scope)

-Exterior applied products (LEED-HC and LEED-S only)

Option 2. (1-3 points) Budget Calculation Method

If some products in a category don't meet requirements, calculate percentage compliance using a weighted average

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EQ

Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan

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Points: 1

Intent: To promote the well-being of construction workers and building occupants by minimizing indoor air quality problems associated with construction and renovation.

Requirements: Develop and implement an IAQ plan for construction and pre-occupancy phases of the building. Meet or exceed SMACNA Control Measures and protect absorptive materials from moisture damage. Install MERV 8 filters in return air grille and return or transfer duct inlet opening for any equipment that will be operated during construction. Install final filters immediately prior to occupancy.Prohibit use of tobacco inside the building and within 25 feet (7.5 meters) of building entrance during construction.

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EQ

Indoor Air Quality Assessment

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Points: 2

Intent: To establish better quality indoor air in the building after construction and during occupancy.

Requirements:

Option 1. (1 point) - Flush-out with 14,000 cu.ft. of outdoor air per sq.ft. prior to occupancy- Maintain temperature between 60 F to 80 F (15 C to 27 C)- Keep relative humidity no higher than 60%- Occupancy can begin after 3,500 cu.ft/sq.ft.

Option 2. (2 points) - Perform air quality testing to show airborne contaminants do not exceed maximum levels of Formaldehyde, Particulates (PM10), Total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs), Target chemicals from CDPH Standard Method v1.1, Carbon monoxide, Ozone (only in EPA non-attainment areas), and Particulates (PM2.5) (only in EPA non-attainment areas)

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EQ

Thermal Comfort

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Points: 1

Intent: To promote occupants’ productivity, comfort,and well-being by providing quality thermal comfort.

Requirements: Design - Design HVAC and envelope to meet ASHRAE 55-2010 or ISO and CEN Standards Controls - Provide thermal comfort controls for 50% of individual occupant spaces and all shared multi-occupant spaces.

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EQ

Interior Lighting

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Points: 2

Intent: To promote occupants’ productivity, comfort,and well-being by providing high-quality lighting.

Requirements: Option 1. (1 point) - Provide individual multi-scene lighting controls for at least 90% of occupant spaces.Provide multi-scene lighting controls for all multi-occupant spaces.Option 2. (1 point) - Implement at least 4 additional strategies.

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EQ

Acoustic Performance

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Points: 1

Intent: To provide work spaces and classrooms that promote occupants’ well-being, productivity,and communications through effective acoustic design.

Requirements: Implement measures to address:- HVAC Background Noise- Sound Transmission- Reverberation Time- Sound Reinforcement and Masking Systems

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EQ

Daylight

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Points: 3

Intent: To connect building occupants with the outdoors, reinforce circadian rhythms, and reduce the use of electrical lighting by introducing daylight into the space.

Requirements: Provide glare control for all regularly occupied spaces and meet one option: Option 1. (2-3 points) - Complete daylight model to show spatial daylight autonomy of at least 55% (2 points) or 75% (3 points) is achieved using regularly occupied floor area. Option 2. (1-2 points) - Complete daylight model to show between 300 lux and 3,000 lux for 75% (1 point) or90% (2 points) of regularly occupied floor area. Option 3. (2-3 points) - Achieve between 300 lux and 3,000 lux for 75% (2 points) or 90% (3 points) of regularly occupied floor area

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EQ

Quality Views

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Points: 1

Intent: To give building occupants a connection to the natural outdoor environment by providing quality views.

Requirements: Achieve at least 2 for 75% of regularly occupied floor area:- Multiple views at least 90 degrees apart- Views of at least 2: flora, fauna, sky, movement, and/or distant objects- Views through nearby vision glazing- Quality views (rated at least 3 in referenced standard)

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IN

Innovation

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Points: 5

Intent: To encourage projects to achieve exceptional or innovative performance

Requirements: Option 1. (1-3 points) - Identify following in writing:- Intent of innovation credit- Proposed requirement for compliance- Proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance- Design approach (strategies) used to meet requirements...Option 2. (1-3 points) - Achieve one pilot credit from USGBC’s LEED Pilot Credit Library. Option 3. (1-2 points) - Meet exemplary performance requirement of eligible credit.

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IN

LEED Accredited Professional

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Points: 1

Intent: To encourage the team integration required by a LEED project and to streamline the application and certification process

Requirements: At least one principal participant of the project team must be a LEED Accredited Professional (AP) with a specialty appropriate for the project.

- LEED AP BD+C

- LEED AP ID+C

- LEED AP O+M

- LEED AP Homes

- LEED AP ND

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IP

Integrative Process

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Points: 1

Intent: To support high-performance, cost-effective project outcomes through an early analysis of the interrelationships among systems.

Requirements: Identify and use opportunities to achieve synergies across disciplines and building systems.“Simple box” energy modeling during SD phase Water budget analysis during SD phase Use early energy modeling and water budget to inform OPR, BOD, and project design

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RP

Regional Priority

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Points: 4

Intent: To provide an incentive for the achieve mentof credits that address geographically specific environmental, social equity, and public health priorities.

Requirements: Earn up to 4 of the 6 regional priority credits. Credits are determined by USGBC regional chapters