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FAQs about WEp1 :

Will the reviewers accept a spreadsheet as a plumbing fixture schedule in lieu of the plans from the Construction Documents?

In LEED review comments I've been referred to the Water Use Reduction Additional Guidance document. I didn't know this was a required reference document.

Should I include bar sinks? What about mop sinks or janitor sinks? Swimming pools? Safety showers? Bidets? Tub spouts?

We provided new showers in our project to comply with the alternative transportation credit. Should they be considered in WEp1 calculations?

Can you explain the 12-second duration for metering faucets?

Can I use a nonpotable water source to contribute to WEp1 compliance?

Our project does not have any eligible water fixtures in the project boundary. Can we comply with WEp1?

We are having trouble finding EPAct-compliant fixtures. Is that a problem?

Where can I find a clear meaning of "public" and "private" as relevant to lavatory faucets?

Our project is a factory with historically a 95% male workforce. The restroom design accounts for this. Can I argue that the male/female gender ratio is different than 50/50?

Are shower duration controls an acceptable water-saving strategy?

Can I include process water savings in order to earn an Exemplary Performance point?

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CS-2009 WEp1:Water Use Reduction

Kitchen Faucet

ABHIJIT PISAL

Business Head

Godrej Green Building Consultancy Services

LEEDuser Basic Member

4 thumbs up

November 14, 2012

The building what we are certifying does not have kitchens or canteen. It only has pantry/breakout areas wherein people have snacks and beverages. There are sink in the Pantries which is accesible to the FTE. Will this sink qualify as Kitchen sink or can be excuded.

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Tristan Roberts

Representative

Vermont House of Representatives

LEEDuser Expert

7780 thumbs up

Sun, 11/25/2012 - 00:36

Rumi, the designation for a fixture is based on its function, not its location. If the fixture in question is basically treated like a kitchen faucet, and is one, then it should be counted that way.

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