Sustainable Sites

Question 1

LEED 2009 BD+C Sustainable Sites

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Question 2

Construction acitvity and pollution prevention

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Prerequisite 1

Question 3

Prequisite 2

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Environmental Site Assessment (LEED Schools only)

Question 4

Credit 2

Answer 4

Development Density and Community Connectivity

Question 5

Credit 2 Option 1

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Development Density

Question 6

Credit 3 Brownfeild redevelopment.

Answer 6

To rehabilitate deamaged sites where the development is complicated by envonmental contamination and to reduce pressure on undeveloped land.

Question 7

Credit 3 Option 1 Brownfeild redevelopment

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Question 8

Credit 3 Option 2 Brownfeild redevelopment

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Question 9

What is Credit 4 of sustainable sites?

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Alternative transportation

Question 10

Credit 4.1 Alternative Transportation

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Alternative transportation - Public Transportation

Question 11

Credit 4.2 Alternative Transportation

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Bicycle Storage and changing rooms

Question 12

Credit 4.3 Alternative Transportation

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Low-Emitting and feul efficient vehicles

Question 13

Credit 4.3 Alternative Transportation - Low emitting and feul efficient vehicles

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Option 1, Option 1: Provide preferred parking for low-emitting and fuel efficient vehicles for 5% of the total vehicle parking capacity of the site.

Question 14

What is a low emitting vehicle defined by

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vehicles that are either classified as Zero
Emission Vehicles (ZEV) by the California Air Resources Board or have achieved a minimum green score of 40 on the American
Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) annual vehicle rating guide.

Question 15

What is the intent of 5.1 Greenfeild sites

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To conserve existing natural areas and restore damaged areas to provide habitat and promote biodiversity

Question 16

What is the requirements for 5.1 Greenfeild sites for (NC, Schools, C&S)

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Limit all disturbance to the following parameters:
40 feet beyond the building perimeter
10 feet beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking and utilities less than 12 inches in diameter

Question 17

What is the documentation guidance for credit 5.1 greenfeild sites?

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Documentation Guidance-
For greenfield sites, develop site plans that clearly demarcate disturbance boundaries
For previously developed sites, prepare site plans that highlight the protected or restored site area and list native and adapted plant species.

Question 18

What is the intent of Credit 5.2 Maximize Open Space

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Intent: To promote biodiversity by providing a high ratio of open space to development footprint

Question 19

What are the requirements Credit 5.2 Maximize Open Space?

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Case 1. Sites with Local Zoning Open Space Requirements
Reduce the development footprint and/or provide vegetated open space within the project boundary such that the amount of open space exceeds local zoning requirements by 25%
Requirements- …cont’d.
Case 2. Sites with No Local Zoning Requirements
Provide vegetated open space area adjacent to the building that is equal in area to the building footprint
Case 3. Sites with Zoning Ordinances but No Open Space Requirements
Provide vegetated open space equal to 20% of the project’s site area

Question 20

What are the requirements Credit 5.2 Maximize Open Space?

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All Cases- For projects in urban areas that earn SS Credit 2: Development Density and Community Connectivity, vegetated roof areas and pedestrian-oriented hardscape areas can contribute to credit compliance.
For such projects, a minimum of 25% of the open space counted must be vegetated.
Wetlands or naturally designed ponds may count as open space.

Question 21

What is the documentation guidance for Credit 7.1 Heat Island Effect - nonroof?

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Documentation Guidance-
If surfaces are shaded, prepare a site plan that highlights all nonroof hardscape areas. Clearly label each portion of hardsacape that counts toward credit achievement. List information about compliant surfaces.
If parking spaces are placed under cover, determine the total number of spaces and the portion covered. If applicable, assemble SRI values for the roofs that cover parking areas.

Question 22

What is the intent of credit 10 Joint use of facilities?

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Intent- LEED for Schools only
To make the school a more integrated part of the community by enabling the building and its playing fields to be used for nonschool events and functions.

Question 23

What are the requirements for credit 10 Joint use of facilities?

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Option 1.
Ensure that at least 3 of the following spaces included in the school are accessible to and available for shared use by the general public
Option 2.
Engage in a contract with community or other organizations to provide at least 2 dedicated-use spaces in the building.
Dedicated-use spaces include, but are not limited to
Option 3.
Ensure that at least 2 of the following 6 spaces that are owned by other organizations/agencies are accessible to students:
Provide direct pedestrian access to these spaces from the school and signed agreements that stipulate use of shared spaces.

Question 24

What areas can be considered eligiable for shared use space for Credit 10 Joint Use of Facilities

Answer 24

Auditorium
Gymnasium
Cafeteria
One or more classrooms
Swimming pool
Playing field

Question 25

You are researching buildings for your client’s tenant space which will meet the requirements of SS Credit 2, Development Density and Community Connectivity. Which two of these basic services would qualify under Option 2, Community Connectivity? (choose two)
A. A neighborhood park located 300 yards from your building entrance
B. A community Credit Union located in the lobby of your building
C. A restaurant, green grocery and library planned for Phase 2 of your building’s mixed-use development
D. A mixed-occupancy residential complex with a density of 10 acres/unit located within ½ mile from your building
E. A LEED Core and Shell Certified building

Answer 25

A. A neighborhood park located 300 yards from your building entrance
B. A community Credit Union located in the lobby of your building