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Hello,
I am modeling a plant that has regularly occupied spaces classified as work spaces. These spaces have little to no windows which hurts overall sDA calculations, so I would like to consider keeping the roll-up doors opened during occupied hours. Would this be acceptable to still achieve daylighting credit, and what's the best way to model in RadianceIES?
Thanks!
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Is it possible to combine Options 1 and 2 for different spaces in the same building?
What spaces are considered regularly occupied and must be included in the calculations?
What daylight simulation software can I use for LEED compliance?
My office space will have cubicles with high partitions. Should I include those in my model?
What types of glare control are acceptable for this credit?
Do I actually need to submit the USGBC Daylight and Quality Views calculator?
Can electrochromic glazing qualify as a glare control device?
David Scheer
DirectorRetroEta, Inc
LEEDuser Expert
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August 16, 2019 - 1:50 pm
Whether it is acceptable is probably a question for your reviewer, but I highly doubt it. Normally special conditions are not considered in performance modeling, because the conditions are not guaranteed to be met during operation. For example, deciduous trees are not allowed to be considered as a seasonal shading strategy.
Have you considered glazed or translucent panels in the roll up doors? This would be a totally acceptable strategy.