We are currently evaluating attempting MR Cr 5 from the Healthcare track for use as an ID point under LEED v2.2. Our project is a 6-building campus approach for a Mental Health Rehabilitation Center.
Under the Healthcare track, a project would earn 1 point for having 30% of their furnishings meet the criteria of the point, and 2 points for 40%. Based on most other similar point setups, I'm guessing a project would be eligible for an exemplary point if they were able to hit 50% (possibly 60%)or more.
Since we will be using it as an ID point, does that mean that we would only be eligible to earn 1 point, no matter what % we were able to meet? We're still evaluating, but are currently estimating over 50%.
Also, how would we go about getting the full requirements from the reference guide for just this one credit without having to purchase the whole guide? How can we get the normal template, too?
Any guidance is appreciated, as I have not attempted a credit from a different LEED version for an ID point before.
Susan Walter
HDRLEEDuser Expert
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April 26, 2012 - 5:14 pm
First, you can get forms for LEED HC and other LEED programs here: http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1447. When you download them, there are two versions of the pdf forms and the 'dya' form is more dynamic in that when you selection option 1, only the option 1 drop downs are shown. The second form shows all the form options. It isn't fully functional but it is close.
As for the RG, i would recommend spending the $100 for the HC supplement. The RG has a great example on how to fill out this form. Based on what I see in those LO forms above, I never would have filled out the forms correctly without having read the RG. If you go ahead without the HC supplement, my advice is to track all furniture across all options and see where you are.
As for the ID credit, my assumption is the same as your. Your project would need to earn 30% to get the point. I do not believe that you would have to get to the 50%. The ID credits I've attempted from other programs did not have graduated point thresholds like this one does. It may be worth a clarifying call to the GBCI. Let us know what you find.