We are looking to certify a naturally ventilated project NC-v2009 (bus terminal) that is located in a Hot and Humid zone. The building complies with ASHRAE 62.1-2007 minimum conditions for operable windows and beyond. Nevertheless, we understand that optimal indoor thermal comfort conditions would be difficult to accomplish, but the client is determined not to invest in any mechanical equipment. Is there any part of ASHRAE standards or LEED requirements to support our position to help ventilation with mechanical equipment in order to ensure the thermal comfort inside the building? Note. The client only wants to fulfill the minimum requirements for the prerequisite "IEQp1. Minimum IAQ Performance", not credits related with thermal comfort (IEQc7.1). Thanks.

Post a reply

Andrew Mitchell, P.E.

Principal

Mitchell Gulledge Engineering, Inc.

LEEDuser Expert

97 thumbs up

Fri, 02/21/2014 - 18:21

There is nothing requiring them to have mechanical ventilation or conditioning. I do not think that your question relates to USGBC or LEED. You may want to write a letter of recommendation for the system that you think should be installed so that you can refer back to it in the future if comfort issues arise.

Add new comment

To post a comment, you need to register for a LEEDuser Basic membership (free) or login to your existing profile.

You are currently logged in under an enterprise account

FAQs about IEQp1 :

Naturally Ventilated building - Hot and Humid Zone A1

You rely on LEEDuser. Can we rely on you?

Add new comment