Hello,
The project I am working on is an existing office building, that will undergo renovation works and will have its entrance hall extended (the extension will be a little more than 1,000 sf).
The renovation works will include (amongst other things) the addition of renewable energy sources, replacement of lighting fixtures, enhancement of the ventilation network, and partial replacement of thermal insulation and roof watertightness.
Internal finishes will not be replaced, and the building will be occupied during the works.
Would BD+C Major Renovation or O+M Existing Buildings be more appropriate in this case?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Dave Hubka
Practice Leader - SustainabilityEUA
LEEDuser Expert
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January 29, 2015 - 5:37 pm
Hi Catherine,
To be considered a major renovation the extent and nature of the work is such that primary function space cannot be used for its intended purpose while the work is in progress and where a new certificate of occupancy is required before the work area can be reoccupied.
The work you describe seems to border on "major renovation" however USGBC may require you to pursue EBOM since the building will remain occupied during the renovation.
When you register the project on LEED Online you are asked a series of questions to determine the appropriate rating system. If one rating system cannot be clearly defined you will be provided with USGBC customer support to help in your selection process.
Hope this helps!