Achieving LEED certification provides team owners and facility operators an opportunity to highlight their commitment to sustainability and improved user experience. However, project teams for stadiums and arenas may face unique challenges in meeting the prescriptive requirements set forth in the LEED rating system. From fluctuating operating hours and occupant densities to untraditional floor plans, it’s enough to make your head spin. LEEDuser has collected tips from stadium and arena projects to help you navigate this complex building type.
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Project boundary
Review the Reference Guide’s Minimum Performance Requirement (MPR) Must Use Reasonable Project Boundaries before defining your LEED project boundary. This addresses common building and site boundary issues.
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