Hello,
following situation: We have a CS project, where we will have a new construction part and a building renovation. In the existing part the windows will be salvaged, get new heat-insulating glass (instead of single glazing) and will be reused. Are these "upgraded" windows eligible for MRc3 as we do not have the chance to take them into account for MRc1?
I am not sure if I can calculate with these windows in MRc3 as on the one hand we do not have a different purpose or location, but on the other hand the Reference Guide (p. 365) states: "Other reused materials found on-site. Components that are retained and continue to serve their original function, such as door hardware, are eligible for this credit.".
Could anyone help? Thanks!
Susie Spivey-Tilson
LEED Fellow, Senior Program Manager for Global Energy & SustainabilityCBRE
LEEDuser Expert
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May 3, 2012 - 11:59 am
Christian,
Have to admit you have stumped me on this one. I am thinking you might ultimately benefit from the upgraded windows via the energy model. But I agree, technically you fall into the "Other reused materials found on-site. Components that are retained and continue to serve their original function, such as door hardware, are eligible for this credit."
Does anyone else have experience to lend to this?
Christian Brücher
LEED AP / LEED AP BD+CARCADIS Deutschland GmbH
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May 3, 2012 - 12:59 pm
Thanks Susie,meanwhile I found in the NC-section, that everyone agrees, that there is a typo in the RG and that it should read "are not eligible"...