Controllability of lighting in Stadiums / Arenas

Hi Stacey, Yes, just as it sounds like you're doing, or have already done, I would just make a case for using the space type that seems to be closest to your space type. And then I would make sure to reference your logic path so that the LEED Reviewer can see that you're doing the best with the information available to you. I am sorry that that isn't a bullet proof answer but I think your logic seems sound and the matrix is really meant to be more of a helpful guide than to provide all possible space types. Lauren

Following up on this thread, I have a similar open air stadium project and agree that the IEQ space matrix does not clearly align with space uses for this type of project. My question in relying on the matrix is: does the matrix assume that spaces identified are being used every day?  Does it matter? For instance, the matrix calls for “Club and Lounge rooms” however in a stadium these clubs are only used on game/event days and are otherwise empty, with the lights off, for 85% of the year. My assumption is that GBCI will be looking for any space that meets the definition of regularly occupied to be included, even if it is only regularly occupied for 15% of the building operating year. Any experience with this issue would be greatly appreciated.

Answering my own question based on some project specific guidance from USGBC. In general, spaces like the club/lounge areas would be expected to have levels of controllability consistent with that of multioccupant spaces, despite the limited frequency of their “regular” occupancy. For spaces types like that, where the occupants/users of the space are primarily transient, it is acceptable to limit the access of the controls to the building staff. This would be different than say a conference room in an office bldg. or a classroom in a school, where direct control must be provided to the actual space occupants.