With a question like this I always start by reviewing the LEED rating system selection policy.
Since it specifies that LEED-CI is available for "interior spaces that are undergoing alteration work for at least 60% of the certifying gross floor area," it seems like there is not enough current work to justify the certification.
I have heard about projects going for LEED after construction has started, or even when it's just completed, but two years later seems like a stretch. The policy does say that LEED-CI is for spaces that "ARE undergoing" alterations (emphasis added).
That said, it may be possible, since the policy I've referenced is supposed to be a guideline and not a hard rule, and I don't know of a hard rule about when the work is supposed to take place.
I would contact GBCI to verify that you are eligible to register. I would also carefully review the requirements to make sure you can document them.
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Adriana Hansen
ManagerCTE - Centro de Tecnologia de Edificações
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August 31, 2010 - 3:18 pm
Can an office that had already been under fit-out be eligible for LEED-Commercial Interiors Certification?
The two floors office is located in a 12 story commercial building. The interior work had been concluded two years ago, we have all documentation regarding the materials and design plans.
There will be some alteration work, in order to accomplish all prerequisites and achieve the minimum points to get a LEED-CI certification. This new fit-out will increase the existing technologies and add new ones: low flow fixtures, install solar control devices, improve the lighting system; increasing the outdoor air supply, and others.
However, we estimate that the fit-out will not interfere in 70% of the existing building and systems, and we will maintain all furniture, wall and partitions. So, can this project be eligible for the certification?