I am checking a possibility of certifying a renovation of existing 3 storey old residential building in Europe under LEED 2009 NC. Is that possible? I thought buildings have to have at least 4 stories to be able to receive a certificate. Discussions on this forum makes me doubt that, people here are certifying three storey buildings in a blink of an eye as I read through posts... Straight answer to this silly question is really appreciated... Thanks.
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Susann Geithner
PrincipalEmerald Built Environments
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January 25, 2012 - 9:41 am
If you were in the US, that would be no problem. You would certify your building under LEED for Mid-Rise (Homes). This is for residential buildings between 4-6 levels. For residential buildings higher than 6 levels you will need to use LEED NC. But LEED Mid-Rise is a certification reviewed by a Green Rater not the GBCI and there are non in Europe as far as I know. Looking at the USGBC's website I have to note that they started a pilot program for international Homes/Mid-rise certifications, but looks like you need to be in China or the Middle-East http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=147#international
However I would contact Courtney Baker – cbaker@usgbc.org notes as point of contact for LEED for Homes international to see if you can join the program or if you can certify your building as LEED NC/CS despite the restrictions in the guide for rating system selection.
Good luck with your project.
Petra Hajná
Sustainability ConsultantSkanska Czech Republic
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February 8, 2012 - 2:33 am
Thank you Susann very much. Most valuable answer! Thanks for the contact, I will ask Courtney how can we proceed.