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NC-2009 SSc5.2: Site Development—Maximize Open Space
Can we count count our Tennis courts - that are part of the project boundary towards our Space requirement in Case 2? The courts are hardscaped.
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I'm confused about the difference between SSc5.1 and SSc5.2. Can I earn them both?
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David Posada
Integrated Design & LEED SpecialistSERA Architects
LEEDuser Expert
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July 15, 2011 - 1:48 pm
It's hard to say for sure if a reviewer would accept a tennis court as "pedestrian oriented hardscape" since those are typically plazas, but it's worth a try. This assumes you're earning SSc2, Development Density, to allow including hardscaped areas.
Manny Iglesia
LEED BD+C O+MCarde Ten Architects
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December 19, 2011 - 3:17 pm
Did you build it with the building? I guess, that would count for SSc5.2 and remain as a tennis court for the life of the building.