To satisfy credit requirements should we provide the corresponding light fixtures for switched receptacles in residential units in a multi-family high-rise project? CIR ID#2310 states that switched receptacles do indeed satisfy credit requirements, however the FAQ above says that the fixtures should be provided. Is the FAQ above for all space types (office, residential, etc.)? We feel that a switched receptacle provides an entirely different purpose in a residential application versus an office application. It makes sense to provide the fixture in an office, however it seems odd to provide fixtures for switched plugs in an apartment/condo. Please advise. Thank you!
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Lauren Sparandara
Sustainability ManagerGoogle
LEEDuser Expert
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October 23, 2014 - 11:22 am
Hi Alexis,
A light switch is completely acceptable for a residential application. Can you point me in the direction of the language you see under FAQ that states otherwise? I think what is stated is around requirements if you do go the route of light fixtures.
Lauren
Lauren Sparandara
Sustainability ManagerGoogle
LEEDuser Expert
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October 23, 2014 - 11:23 am
This is the guidance above for multi-family:
"Multifamily – Provide a switch in each room or separate space. Bedrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, family rooms, dens, etc. all require individual controllability. Switches will also need to be provided in each multi-occupant space, such as laundry facility, shared kitchen, or lounge area."
Alexis Thompson
Sustainability SpecialistSellen Sustainability
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October 23, 2014 - 12:28 pm
Hi Lauren, Thank you so much for getting back to me. My question is not simply about light switches, but is about switched receptacles. The LEEDUser FAQ#1 above says "As stated on page 522 of the LEED Reference Guide, switched receptacles are appropriate to provide a variety of lighting options within the space; however, the corresponding lighting fixture that will be plugged into the receptacle must also be provided if the control is included in the count of controls for individual workstations or multi-occupant spaces." So my question remains - do we have to provide fixtures to go with switched receptacles in a multi-family residential application? The reference guide doesn't say anything about corresponding fixtures - only the FAQ above. And, my earlier point is that providing fixtures in an office building makes sense - but I've never been to an apartment where they would provide light fixtures that aren't hardwired/built-in and it seems like it would be odd in a multi-family residential application. I really appreciate you taking a second look at this. Thank you!!
Brightworks Sustainability
Brightworks Sustainability LLC47 thumbs up
November 15, 2016 - 8:17 pm
Alexis, did you ever get your question answered? For residential projects, do we have to provide fixtures to go with switched receptacles in multi-family residential projects? THanks