I have a client that is phasing the major renovation of their facility due to the need to keep it in continuous operations. Each phase is separated horizontally (one long building) with firewalls and a single contractor will be performing all phases. it is anticipated that the five phases will be constructed over a 3-4 year period but subsequent phased construction cannot occur until the previous phase is complete - no concurrent construction of phases.
We wish to pursue a single LEED NC certification for the entire project but are wondering if there is any issue doing so because of the phasing plan and length of time for certification.
Susan Walter
HDRLEEDuser Expert
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January 30, 2014 - 1:48 pm
I don't think the phasing should be an issue but I would call the GBCI about the length of construction. Are you worried that the program will sunset on you during construction? When you talk to the GBCI, I would make sure you can articulate the % of construction per phase. The worst case I can see is if the last phase is also the largest phase and you are coming up on a sunset. Then it may be best to move to a different program.