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EBOM-2009 MRc2:Sustainable Purchasing—Durable Goods

Used Furniture

Gavin Simone

LEEDuser Basic Member

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October 30, 2013

Can the purchase of used furniture count towards this credit? If yes, how old does the furniture have to be?

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Tristan Roberts

Representative

Vermont House of Representatives

LEEDuser Expert

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Tue, 11/05/2013 - 03:44

Yes, used furniture contributes to MRc2.2. There is no age defined, just that it is salvaged from offsite.

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