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LEED: Homes eligibility?

Hello - We are starting major construction of our home, consisting of a gut-reno of the first floor; addition of a 2nd floor plus attic and porch; new mechanical systems, plumbing, electrical, windows, and doors; removal of all interior walls and ceilings; replacement of all siding and addition of insulation; and bringing the basement into the conditioned space and fixing water problems. Basically, it's a new house except for the foundation, and one partial exterior wall. Do we qualify for LEED: Homes? It seems like we should, but in going through the flow chart tool on LEEDonline for selecting a certification program, it all comes down to how I answer the question, "Is the addition physically distinct from the rest of the building?" If I answer "yes", it says we qualify. If I answer "no" it says we do not. But I cannot find clarification of what this means. Thanks! (Posted in LEED Rating Selection Forum as well.)

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Wed, 10/22/2014 - 15:28

Yes, the project qualifies. It's really about the extent of your gut rehab, not the size of the addition. The air sealing and insulation in the rehab would need to be visually inspected (so moderate rehabs don't qualify). Make sure to get a Green Rater on board prior to the start of construction so that the Preliminary Rating and other prerequisites are met. Good luck with the project!

Thu, 10/23/2014 - 19:54

Thank you very much!

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