Does anyone know if the new Opportunity Zones established by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, which certifies economically-distressed communities, would fall under Option 2?
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emily reese moody
Sustainability Director, Certifications & ComplianceJacobs
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October 9, 2018 - 7:34 pm
I have just asked this question to LEED Coach, and will let you know what they respond with.
Chris Flint Chatto
PrincipalZGF Architects
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April 2, 2021 - 12:43 pm
Curious, Emily, if you received a reply, or if anyone has found out the answer to this question
emily reese moody
Sustainability Director, Certifications & ComplianceJacobs
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April 2, 2021 - 1:04 pm
Ooh, good time for a check-in.
Yes, they said it qualifies, and I have since used it in a few projects.
Website I use: http://eig.org/opportunityzones/facts-and-figures
(let me know if this link doesn't work; I've had a hard time copy/pasting links b/c of our company security settings)
Chris Flint Chatto
PrincipalZGF Architects
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April 2, 2021 - 1:03 pm
Thx Emily for the quick reply! But FYI that link did not work for me.
emily reese moody
Sustainability Director, Certifications & ComplianceJacobs
LEEDuser Expert
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April 2, 2021 - 1:05 pm
Ok, just edited it...please try the new one. For the new link, the map is mid-page if you scroll down a bit.
Chris Flint Chatto
PrincipalZGF Architects
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April 2, 2021 - 1:56 pm
Thank you, not only does that link work, but it shows our project site as a qualifying opportunity zone! Appreciate the help!