We are adding an addition to an existing facility. Ideally the performance period for energy would start after construction is complete. Is it acceptable to start the performance period for MRc3 and other construction type credits like EQc1.5 before recording energy star performance? All credits would then complete the performance period within a 30 day window. I realize the maximum limit for the performance period is 2 years. Thanks!
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Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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June 11, 2013 - 4:42 pm
Karin, I think this should be fine. There isn't a requirement to begin all performance periods at the same time, just to end them aroudn the same time.
Karin Wohlert
NW Sustainable Consulting, LLCJune 11, 2013 - 5:25 pm
Thanks Tristan. Also, I do see various credits like SSc3 -Integrated Pest Management, Erosion Control, and Landscape Management Plan where folks could start their performance period after project construction is complete. That would certainly feel like gaming the system, but I don't see where LEED requires Performance periods for all credits to include construction activity. Everybody wants to do the most sustainable project, but often comes down to choices and being able to correctly interpret the LEED 'code' if you will.
Is this your basic honor code where construction follows LEED requirements? Is it written anywhere in stone?