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NC-2009 IEQc3.2:Construction IAQ Management Plan—Before Occupancy

Multi Unit Residential Building - Phased Occupancy

I understand that in order to obtain this credit, 10% of the first 100 dwelling units and 5% of any additional units of the multi-unit residential building must be tested for the specified LEED parameters. For our project this equates to 11 rooms. Our client intends to allow tenants to move into pre-rented units that have been completed (approximately 15 units) prior to construction being complete for the entire building. My question is this: In order to meet the requirements of this credit, must all the IAQ testing be completed prior to any residents moving in? Or can we take samples for a portion of the pre-rented rooms (i.e., just 3 units at first), and when construction is complete for the remaining units, then complete the IAQ testing to fulfill the requirements (the additional 8 units)? This will mean some residents have moved into the building before all testing is complete. I'm unsure of the implications as I suspect phased occupancy in a multi-unit residential building is fairly common? Any advice that can be shared would be much appreciated.

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Thu, 03/28/2013 - 19:15

Erin, the credit language is clear that testing should take place before occupancy. Given that clear statement, I think you would need a ruling from GBCI to comply in the situation. While your situation appears common, I can't recall a LEED Interpretation that applies here. I would contact GBCI to see if you can proceed with a phased plan.

Fri, 04/19/2013 - 20:19

I've got this same issue. A client has decided they want to IAQ Test a multi-family residential project in phases so that the lower floors can be occupied before the upper floors are completed. All major construction is completed, ventilation is running, upper floors will be separated. any news on a CIR ruling or other feedback on this situation?

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