More elaboration on the long-term storage

CRB Sustainability

Building Energy Modeler, Senior Manager of Sustainability

CRB Group

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U.S. and Canada

June 7, 2023

We are currently certifying under CI 4.1, and I would like to gain a deeper understanding of the requirements for long-term storage of bikes located outside of the building. I came across an intention to protect the bikes from rain and snow, but the LEED reference guide does not provide specific guidance on what the long-term storage should entail. Can anyone provide additional information or suggestions on this matter? I would greatly appreciate any leads or insights.

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Dave Hubka

Practice Leader - Sustainability

EUA

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Wed, 06/07/2023 - 14:57

as far as I am aware, long-term storage just needs to be covered from the elements and meet the 'walking distance' requirements. never been required to provide more than 'covered' by GBCI.

Laura strauss

President, CEO

design2 LAST, inc

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Thu, 08/10/2023 - 17:47

I have another question about this. LEED NC v4.1 defines "long-term bicycle storage bicycle parking ... covered to protect bicycles from rain and snow." LEED CI v4.1 says "Locate the space in a building..." and "Indoor storage is acceptable as long as it meets the walking distance requirements". Is there an intent for LEED NC and LEED CI to be different? I have typicaly put the long term storage for NC projects inside the building, but am now wondering if I can just make it a covered area outside? For LEED CI projects, is there an option to make it a covered outside space, or do I need to make space in the building? Any insight would be helpful...