Our project is a LEED NC-2009 addition to a college which will include geothermal. If the well field once placed is returned to near its original state via indiginous plantings, etc. can this area be counted as open space?
Secondly, does all open space need to be preserved for the life of the building or is that scenario only for campus/no zoning projects who use space separate from the project site?
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Ellen Mitchell
331 thumbs up
August 28, 2013 - 3:36 pm
I see no reason why the open space above the geothermal wells can't be included as long as it is vegetated (or pedestrian hardscape if you are meeting SSc2).
Regarding your second question, the requirement for the open space to be preserved for the life of the building is a requirement no matter which option you pursue.
Cynthia Estrada
LEED AP BD&CSDS Architects, Inc.
48 thumbs up
August 28, 2013 - 4:02 pm
Thanks for verifying my thoughts.