I'm working on a 100+ unit multifamily apartment project in San Jose. The site is in an area well served by transit overall (relatively central San Jose). However, there is only one bus stop within 1/4 mile of the main entry which accesses just one bus line. There are several other bus lines available nearby but unfortunately a bit beyond the 1/4 mile walking distance. There is a bus transit center just under 1/2 mile away which accesses two other bus lines. One of these lines provides very frequent service (78 trips per day) connecting directly to a lightrail stop just 15 minutes away (accessing 3 lightrail lines). Do you think this might be seen to comply with the credit intent, perhaps using the Alternative Compliance path? If this stands a chance, should I submit this under the Rail Station or Bus Station proximity option? Probably Rail Station I'm thinking. Thanks for any insights.
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David Posada
Integrated Design & LEED SpecialistSERA Architects
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April 5, 2011 - 5:02 pm
Scott,
It might comply - although it can be difficult to predict how an individual reviewer will view this. We've seen examples of the alternative compliance path being accepted when the project team can demonstrate an equivalent level of service based on a narrative that describes all the nearby transit stops, their distance, number of trips, and connections to other transit routes or hubs. You may want to reference the CIR mentioned below that establish the 50 rides baseline.
It may also help to include a description and distance to nearby amenities, the project's Walkscore, and any other transit services such as para-transit, bike racks on buses, car share programs, or any data on ridership that helps justify the argument that the location provides significant and quantifiable options to reduce use of a car by using transit.
Hope that helps!