We are considering using this pilot credit in order to demonstrate siting a project in order to take advantage of the walkability of the project itself and put less emphasis on the parking lots designed for it will make an impact on human behavior. The project is a National Wildlife Refuge and is, therefore, outside of a neighborhood, but is highly oriented for pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Does anyone have input on whether or not a project such as this can contribute in theory to the focus of this pilot credit? Thank you!
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Chris Marshall
Manager, LEED Technical DevelopmentU.S. Green Building Council
182 thumbs up
July 25, 2012 - 1:09 pm
I believe that - even with your project's surroundings - it still can safely pursue earning this pilot credit. Remember that this BD&C pilot credit focuses entirely on what a single-building project can do on the project site and not necessarily what is needed of its broader surroundings. You desire to minimize the prominence of parking lots is well-aligned with the credit intent. So I recommend attempting to earn the credit!