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High-Priority Site
Bicycle Facilities
Green Vehicles
Points Intent
To avoid development on inappropriate sites.
To reduce vehicles miles traveled (vehicles
16 kilometers traveled). To enhance livability and
improve human health by encouraging daily
physical activity.
Requirements
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
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Option 1. (2-3 points) - Locate on a site where the surrounding density within a mile radius meets separate
residential and nonresidential densities or the combined density value.
N/A
Option 2. (1-2 points) - Locate the building within mile walking distance to 4-7 (1 point) or 8+ (2 points)
existing and publically available diverse uses.
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Locate the project within mile walking distance of bus, streetcar, or rideshare stops, or within 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 construction by the date of the
certificate of occupancy and are complete within 24 months of that date.
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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.
Do not exceed code parking capacity and provide capacity that is below the base ratios recommended by the
Parking 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.
5% preferred parking for green vehicles, across all parking sections (e.g. short and long term) -OR- Provide at
least 20% parking discount.
To reduce pollution by promoting alternatives
-ANDto conventionally fueled automobiles.
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.
To minimize the environmental harms
associated with parking facilities, including
automobile dependence, land consumption,
and rainwater runoff.
SS
Site Assessment
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
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US EPA ecoregions
Land Trust Alliance accreditation
Natural Resources Conservation Service, web soil survey
Sustainable Sites Initiative
N/A
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Points Intent
SS
SS
Open Spaces
SS
Rainwater Management
SS
SS
WE
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.
Preserve and protect min 40% of existing greenfields from development and construction activity.
-ANDTo conserve existing natural areas and restore
Option 1. (2 points) - Restore 30% of total site using native or adapted vegetation and, restore disturbed or
damaged areas to provide habitat and
compacted soils that will be vegetated.
promote biodiversity.
Option 2. (1 point) - Donate $0.40 per sq.ft. of the total site to a nationally or locally recognized land trust or
conservation organization.
Open and accessible space at least 30% of the total site (min 25% of this space must be vegetated or have
To create exterior open space that
vegetated canopy)
encourages interaction with the environment,
One or more of the following: Pedestrian-oriented paving or turf, Recreation-oriented paving or turf, Garden
social interaction, passive recreation, and
space w/ diverse year round plantings, Garden space dedicated to food or community gardens, or Habitat
physical activities.
that meets criteria of SS Credit Site Development Protect or Restore Habitat
To reduce runoff volume and improve water Option 1. (2-3 points) - Manage runoff on site for the 95th (2 points) or 98th (3 points) percentile rainfall
quality by replicating the natural hydrology
event using low-impact development and green infrastructure
and water balance of the site, based on
Projects on zero lot lines with min 1.5 FAR meet 85th (3 points) percentile event.
historical conditions and undeveloped
Option 2. (3 points) - Natural land cover conditions (3 points) - Annual postdevelopment runoff must not
ecosystems in the region.
exceed predevelopment values.
Option 1. (2 points) - Install roof and nonroof measures for 50% of nonroof area and 75% roof area, by
To minimize effects on microclimates and
weighted average
human and wildlife habitats by reducing heat
Option 2. (1 point) - At least 75% of parking spaces under cover. Any roof used must meet one of the
islands.
following: 3-year aged SRI of at least 32, Vegetated roof, or Be covered by energy generation systems.
To increase night sky access, improve
Meet both uplight and light trespass requirements using either Option 1 (BUG method - prescriptive) or
nighttime visibility, and reduce the
Option 2 (Calculation). Trespass requirements depending on MLO Lighting Zone.
consequences of development for wildlife and
Internally illuminated signage must not exceed 200 cd/m3 (nits) at night and 2000 cd/m during the day.
people.
Option 1. No permanent irrigation required after 2 years.
To reduce outdoor water consumption.
Option 2. Reduce irrigation water demand by 30% using EPA WaterSense Water Budget Tool.
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Track (and share with USGBC) monthly and annual water usage data for 5 years.
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55% reduction
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Water Metering
EA
EA
EA
EA
EA
Enhanced Commissioning
EA
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EA
Requirements
Code or Standard
One-time potable water analysis, measuring at least the five control parameters: (Ca (as in CaCO3) max
1000 ppm, Total alkalinity max 1000 ppm, SiO2 max 100 ppm, Cl- - max 250 ppm, Conductivity max 2000
To conserve water used for cooling tower
S/cm)
makeup while controlling microbes, corrosion, Calculate number of cooling tower cycles, limiting cooling cycles to avoid exceeding maximum concentrations N/A
and scale in the condenser water system.
for any parameter.
Up to 10 cycles, 1 point
10+ cycles, or 20% reclaimed water, 2 points
To support water management and identify
Install additional metering for two or more: Irrigation, Indoor plumbing, Domestic hot water, Large boilers,
opportunities for additional water savings by
N/A
Reclaimed water, and/or Other process water
tracking water consumption.
Develop OPR and BOD and designate CxA by end of DD phase.
To support the design, construction, and
Create an Operations and Maintenance Plan
eventual operation of a project that meets the
CxA must: Review OPR, BOD and project design, Develop and implement a Cx plan, Cx requirements into the ASHRAE Guideline 0-2005
owners project requirements for energy,
ASHRAE Guildline 1.1-2007
construction documents, Develop construction checklists, Develop a system test procedure, Verify system
water, indoor environmental quality, and
testing, Maintain an issues/benefits log, Prepare a final Cx process report, Document all findings directly to
durability.
the owner.
Comply with mandatory and prescriptive provisions of ASHRAE 90.1-2010
-ANDTo reduce the environmental and economic
Option 1. Perform an energy model to show at least 5% energy cost savings.
ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2010
harms of excessive energy use by achieving a Option 2. Follow prescriptive requirements of the ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guide specific to the
ASHRAE Advanced Energy Design Guide
minimum level of energy efficiency for the
project type. Only certain projects are eligible.
Advanced Buildings Core Performance Guide
building and its systems.
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)
Provide energy metering devices for all energy inputs, including electricity, natural gas, chilled water, steam,
To support energy management and identify
fuel oil, propane, biomass, etc.
opportunities for additional energy savings by
N/A
Commit to sharing whole building energy usage data with USGBC for 5 years or until a change in ownership
tracking building-level energy use.
or lessee.
Do not use CFC-based refrigerants in new HVAC&R systems.
To reduce stratospheric ozone depletion.
If existing systems contain CFC-based refrigerants, complete a CFC phase-out conversion before project
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completion.
Points Intent
Exemplary Perf.
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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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Points Intent
Requirements
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
N/A
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EA
Demand Response
EA
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.
EA
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
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Option 1. (5 points) - Reuse a registered (or eligible) historic building structure, envelope, and interior
nonstructural elements, and follow additional guidelines to maintain historic character.
Option 2. (5 points) - Maintain 50% (surface area) of existing structure, enclosure, and interior nonstructural
To encourage adaptive reuse and optimize the elements of an abandoned or blighted building
environmental performance of products and Option 3. (2-4 points) - Reuse or salvage building materials as a percentage of surface area. 25% - 2 points,
materials.
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.
Option 1 - 40 products
Option 2 - 75% by cost
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EQ
EQ
EQ
Points Intent
Requirements
Option 1. (1 point) Use 20 products from at least 5 manufacturers that demonstrate chemical inventory of
their product to at least 0.1% using:
- Manufacturer Inventory
- Health Product Declaration (HPD)
- Cradle to Cradle (v2 Basic level or v3 Bronze)
- Other USGBC approved program
Option 2. (1 point) Use 25% (by cost), meeting one:
- GreenScreen v1.2 Benchmark with no benchmark hazards down to 100 ppm with any ingredients assessed
(100% value), or all ingredients assessed (150% value)
- Cradle to Cradle V3 Silver or V2 Gold (100%), or V3 Gold or V2/V3 Platinum (150%)
- International ACP REACH Optimization with no substances of very high concern (100%)
- Other USGBC approved program
Option 3. (1 point) Use 25% (by cost), with 3rd party verification showing validated sourcing for at least 99%
of a product's ingredients (by weight).
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
Option 1 - 40 products
Option 2 - 50% by cost
Option 1 - 40 products
Option 2 - 50% by cost
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EQ
EQ
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Low-Emitting Materials
Points Intent
Requirements
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
Develop and implement an IAQ plan for construction and preoccupancy 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.
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 nonattainment areas), and
Particulates (PM2.5) (only in EPA nonattainment areas)
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Thermal Comfort
To promote occupants productivity, comfort, Design - Design HVAC and envelope to meet ASHRAE 55-2010 or ISO and CEN Standards
and well-being by providing quality thermal
Controls - Provide thermal comfort controls for 50% of individual occupant spaces and all shared
comfort.
multioccupant spaces.
EQ
Interior Lighting
To promote occupants productivity, comfort, Option 1. (1 point) - Provide individual multi-scene lighting controls for at least 90% of occupant spaces.
and well-being by providing high-quality
Provide multi-scene lighting controls for all multioccupant spaces.
lighting.
Option 2. (1 point) - Implement at least 4 additional strategies.
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Acoustic Performance
EQ
Daylight
EQ
Quality Views
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Innovation
IN
IP
Integrative Process
RP
Regional Priority
Requirements
Option 1. (1-3 points) - Identify following in writing:
- Intent of innovation credit
- Proposed requirement for compliance
To encourage projects to achieve exceptional
- Proposed submittals to demonstrate compliance
or innovative performance.
- Design approach (strategies) used to meet requirements
Option 2. (1-3 points) - Achieve one pilot credit from USGBCs LEED Pilot Credit Library
Option 3. (1-2 points) - Meet exemplary performance requirement of eligible credit.
At least one principal participant of the project team must be a LEED Accredited Professional (AP) with a
specialty appropriate for the project.
To encourage the team integration required - LEED AP BD+C
by a LEED project and to streamline the
- LEED AP ID+C
application and certification process.
- LEED AP O+M
- LEED AP Homes
- LEED AP ND
Identify and use opportunities to achieve synergies across disciplines and building systems.
To support high-performance, cost-effective
Simple box energy modeling during SD phase
project outcomes through an early analysis of
Water budget analysis during SD phase
the interrelationships among systems.
Use early energy modeling and water budget to inform OPR, BOD, and project design
To provide an incentive for the achievement
of credits that address geographically specific
Earn up to 4 of the 6 regional priority credits. Credits are determined by USGBC regional chapters.
environmental, social equity, and public
health priorities.
Points Intent
Code or Standard
Exemplary Perf.
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