This may be more in line with MPR #1, but it also has to do with the LEED boundary so I'll post it here first.
We have a project that includes 4 separate structures, with 1 being on an noncontiguous site: two have occupied spaces ("complete buildings") and two are open-air structures with roofs but no walls (and no building systems). My first thought was that the only buildings eligible for LEED certification are the two with occupiable space, and that the LEED boundary should only include those two. But since the development as a whole includes all 4 structures, I'm not clear on (1) including all 4, and (2) how to delineate the boundary.
Has anyone dealt with something like this before? All 4 are permanent buildings, but only two could be considered "complete" buildings.
Would love to hear your thoughts on this one! I've tried searching for similar projects but haven't found any yet.
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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January 23, 2017 - 9:22 am
Roxanne, if the buildings are not eligible for LEED certification on their own it doesn't mean they shouldn't be included in the LEED boundary, and included in the overall LEED certification for the project.
Without knowing more, I would probably include them, since if they are in the scope of work it is likely simpler to do so.
Roxanne Button
Architect & Sustainable Design Consultant, AIA, MRAIC, LEED APDesign Synergies Architecture
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January 23, 2017 - 11:36 am
Thank you, Tristan. It's a confusing site plan, but I think you may be right - we should include all 4 structures within the LEED boundary. But when calculating the square footage of built space, do you think that would only include the two "complete" buildings?
Deborah Lucking
Director of SustainabilityFentress Architects
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January 23, 2017 - 12:01 pm
Bea,
sounds like your options are either a Campus or a Group registration. Either way you will capture all the footprints and building GFA SF for the requisite site and project information and/or credit forms. You just do not submit the two non-certifiable buildings.
(You could also submit questions to GBCI by using the "Feedback" tab, as well. We have had helpful responses from them.)
Good luck!
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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January 23, 2017 - 12:07 pm
I'd like to understand the program better before pointing you toward a group or campus certification. Sometimes multiple buildings can be certified as one, if their program and systems are closely related.
Roxanne Button
Architect & Sustainable Design Consultant, AIA, MRAIC, LEED APDesign Synergies Architecture
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January 23, 2017 - 12:15 pm
The two buildings are small - a visitor center building, and a performance structure that has an open-air stage and seating area and enclosed support spaces. I really can't see this being a campus application. The Visitor Center is going to be about 5000 SF and the performance venue will be slightly larger. The entire project is part of a waterfront redevelopment so the structures are related programmatically.
Thanks for the suggestion on the feedback tab, Deborah - I will try that as well.
Deborah Lucking
Director of SustainabilityFentress Architects
LEEDuser Expert
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January 23, 2017 - 12:50 pm
I have never fully understand when/how multiple buildings can be considered one building (as opposed to a group), so am curious what you'll hear from GBCI. Please keep us posted!