This pilot credit is based upon the LEED for Schools Enhanced Acoustical Design credit, and has been developed in order to meet the market need for guidance around acousti-cal design in the office and new construction setting.

Credit Submittals

General

1.    Register for Pilot Credit(s) LEEDuser.com, and participate in online forum

3.    Submit the feedback survey using the link on the USGBC.org credit page; supply PDF of your survey/confirmation of completion with credit documentation

Credit Specific

• Room noise level calculations (NC, RC(N) or dBA).
• Sound isolation assessment (STCC).
• Speech privacy analysis.
• RT calculations, and Discussion of sound absorbing materials used in the project.
• Sound reinforcement or masking system description

Additional Questions

• The goal of this credit is to provide the optimal acoustical environment for occupants in a space; how did the sound isolation needs analysis change the design of your space?
• Are there parts of the analysis that you opted not to address?  If so, why?