SSc2: Sidewalk connectivity between services

John, if there is no safe way for pedestrians to access these services, then the credit is not achievable. Safe is the key word here. A suburban site without sidewalks, crosswalks, etc. does not seem to meet the intent of the credit, even if there are sufficient services within the 1/2 mile radius.

What about non-contiguous sidewalks? ie If a sidewalk becomes part of a parking lot then back to sidewalk (or some variation) The reference guide clearly states "pedestrians must be able to walk to the services without being blocked by walls, highways, or other barriers." It seems that a parking lot would not qualify as a 'barrier' since it is common for people to walk thru parking lots. Also, how is the sidewalk requirement documented in the form? It seems that this documentation requirement should be added in 2012. (if not planned already) Thanks

Tony, it is common for a sidewalk to cross a parking lot outlet and for pedestrians to be able to cross that safely—particularly if there is a crosswalk painted. I would look for curb cuts, crosswalks, signage, and other indicators that a parking lot really is walkable, and that this isn't just wishful thinking.As for how this is documented, not all credit requirements are documented in the LEED Online forms. That's true for many credits. I understand that in LEED 2012 USGBC is working to have more consistency with that kind of thing.