Action Steps

Low-emitting requirements can also be incorporated in a more comprehensive IAQ management plan (required for EQc3.1: Construction Indoor Air Quality Plan—During Construction) specifying low-emitting carpet to control a source of construction pollution.

Make sure low-emitting carpet, padding, and adhesive requirements have been integrated into the construction specifications.

Consider using low-emitting carpet and carpet padding.

Daylighting controls can be set and tailored for each space. The facility manager or another designated person should be in charge of adjusting the settings to meet the needs of occupants.

Cleaning plans need to integrate the maintenance of interior and exterior shading and control dust so that reflectivity is not compromised.

For Option 3, take daylight measurements with a hand-held light meter and record the values on a 10 foot x10 foot grid plan. Enter square footage of regularly occupied areas, and total area of regularly occupied space that meet the daylight requirements in the LEED Submittal Template. Upload all required supporting documents to LEED Online.

Incorporate daylight-related items such as lightshelves, daylight sensors, and light-colored paint into specifications. 

For Option 2, enter square footage of regularly occupied areas, and total area of regularly occupied space that meets the daylight requirements in the LEED Submittal Template. In addition, upload all required supporting documents to LEED Online.

For Option 1, use the LEED EQc8.1–8.2 Glazing Factor and Views Calculator to confirm compliance of regularly occupied spaces.

Use daylight simulation software to adjust daylight design as needed before it is finalized.