Date
Inquiry
Our project is an humane society building, which includes animal adoption, and medical facilities. As a result much of the square footage of the project is for animal holding. Please clarify if the animal holding areas need to be included in the daylight and view calculations. We understand from the guideline that food prep, laundry areas, copy and restrooms are exempt from the calculations. Thank you for your response.
Ruling
The animal holding areas are not exempt from the requirements for this credit. In this case the occupants include animals, who\'s well-being is also enhanced by daylight. In addition, it is likely that some critical visual tasks will be performed by the human occupants in these spaces.
Internationally Applicable
Off
Campus Applicable
Off