Hello!
I have a question concerning SMACNA requirements. There is the sentence in LEED reference guide:
“Finishes such as paints and coatings specified by the design team must be consistent with SMACNA guidelines, regardless of whether those materials will contribute to other LEED credits”. I would like to ask if it means that paints and coatings have to be compliant with VOC content requirements (SCAQMD Rule 1113) even if we don’t pursue Low-Emitting Materials credit?
I would be very grateful for your answer.
Karin Miller
Sustainability Project ManagerUrban Atelier Group, LLC.
February 2, 2018 - 12:34 pm
Hi Agata,
The SMACNA Guidelines state: "Use low-toxicity and low-VOC materials to the greatest extent possible."
SCAQMD compliant finishes should be specified, even if they are not being tracked and documented for LEED.