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It seems to me that it would be inappropriate to have dimmers in a natatorium for safety reasons. Has anyone worked on this credit for a natatorium project?
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Dave Hubka
Practice Leader - SustainabilityEUA
LEEDuser Expert
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November 11, 2021 - 7:04 am
I agree, it is inappropriate to have dimmers (or really any occupant-controlled lighting) in natatoriums.
GBCI has allowed me to exclude rooms from the lighting controls credit requirements if life/safety is a concern such as commercial kitchens and 24/7 industrial factories.
Please note that there should be some conference rooms/classrooms/breakrooms, etc. to achieve this point. I would not expect that GBCI would allow you to exclude everything and achieve the credit.
With your submission, it is recommended to make a list of multi-occupant rooms/spaces that include a life/safey concern - and hence have been excluded from this credit requirement.
Good Luck!
Lyle Axelarris
Building Enclosure ConsultantBPL Enclosure
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November 15, 2021 - 2:42 pm
Thank you very much, David!