I'm currently working on a project in Jersey City for a University that is building a new residence hall. Within this hall is included dormitories but also some bathrooms, laundry rooms, and an office on the first floor. Should these be all be separated under "Principal project building activity"? If so, how do I separate these in the form? If not, can I simply put "Lodging: Dormitory" under the building activity?
Thank you!
Melissa Kelly
Sustainability SpecialistGensler
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June 17, 2016 - 11:23 am
Hi Anna,
Yes, you can simply put "Lodging: Dormitory" as the principal project activity. Those other supporting spaces can be broken out in detail in the space use calculator (or on the form, depending on what version of the form you're using!).
Hope this helps!
Anna Lapomme
Sustainability ConsultingJune 24, 2016 - 2:43 pm
Hi Melissa,
To follow up on your response: In the space usage chart can I list 1. Dorm 2. Office. Or do I need to list 1. Dorm rooms, 2. common area, 3.study lounge, 4. laundry room, 5. office. Basically how detailed does the space usage form have to be.
Thanks!
Melissa Kelly
Sustainability SpecialistGensler
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July 6, 2016 - 11:17 am
Hi Anna,
I generally try to err on the side of giving more detail than less detail in the space usage chart, because later on it helps me check that spaces have been included correctly in other credits (especially the IEQ credits, where some particular space types aren't included in calculations). For that reason, I would probably split out additional support spaces besides the office, but I would group spaces with the same type of use like a common area and a study lounge. It just comes down to what's helpful for you, and what you think will be helpful for the reviewer as well. You can always start with a less detailed table, and then go back and add more detail if needed as the LEED documentation is developed.