Note: This pilot credit was closed for new registrations as of March 1, 2012.
The proposed pilot credit is a revised version of a LEED 2009 credit. These changes are proposed for LEED 2012. The goal of the revisions was to remove some of the most difficult elements to document, and ensure better transit access to regional retail establishments.
Additional Questions
- Were you able to understand and comply with the credit language as written?
- Were there barriers to implementing the strategies used under this credit?
Credit Submittals
General:
- Register for Pilot Credit(s) LEEDuser.com, and participate in online forum
- 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:
NOTE: More detailed submittals will be available in October, after the submittals for this credit are written for LEED 2009 for Neighborhood Development.
Include:
- A map showing walking routes from dwelling units to diverse uses.
- A table that corresponds to the map, listing each dwelling unit and the walk distance to each diverse use. Specify the category of each use.
- A timeline of project occupancy, by square footage occupied.
- Square footage of all retail uses.
- For projects that must determine transit service, a map and transit service tables listing each dwelling unit and non-residential business entrance with walking distances to transit (must meet the 2 point threshold in SLLc3). Label transit stop near the retail which qualifies.
- In the case of planned transit service, documentation that the transit is authorized and funded as specified in the requirements.
Credits