Per the LEED reference guide it states that for Option 1 we are to “Confirm that 100% of all ceiling areas (excluding lights, diffusers and grilles) in all classrooms and core learning spaces are...

Per ANSI Standard S12.60-2002 Acoustical Performance Criteria Definitions I believe a Gym is considered an "ancillary learning space" and is not included as a "core learning space". Does anyone...

Does anyone have a good example of an L-16 Narrative accepted by USGBC? This is our first LEED project, both architecturally and mechanically. The Example narrative under Documentation Toolkit...

The prereq requires manufacturer cut sheets for the accoustic materials. This is a state funded project and we cannot single-source products - we must offer contractors at least 3 manufacturers...

The ANSI S12.60-2002 standard requires that core learning spaces, between 10,000 and 20,000 cubic feet, have reverberation times that do not exceed .7 seconds. The LEED template states that...

We have tectum panels (acoustic/insulation panels) above our beams. Do we have to add additional panels to the wall to make up for the ceiling area occupied by the exposed ceiling...

IEQ p3 is a requirement of LEED for Schools 2009. I would like to see if anyone has worked on documenting compliance for a school under the ANSI standards calculations.

Specifically, it...

I have a kindergarten, 7440sf, ground level only, all learning spaces are on perimeter with windows. There is only a small road on the one side about 20 m away. There is no Mechanical Ventilation...

We are finishing up reporting on a school addition, and I have a few questions about the template. We are using the "calculation" option for both reverberation time and stc. In the stc...

Our project's classrooms are all less than 20k cu.ft. and have "clouds" of acoustical ceiling tile (approx. 60% ceiling area) and either drywall soffit (approx 5%) or areas open to structural bar...