Our project consists of 2 large rooms - one for weight and fitness training, the other for aerobics. Both rooms meet the requirement for operable windows. The lighting is, however, controlled by occupancy sensors/daylight monitors to switch the lights, with one control per room. In this type of use there is no need for multiple switching or user controlled lighting (it would defeat the daylighting scheme and increase energy use). Can we earn this credit?
These spaces would be considered group multi-occupant spaces. Please refer to page 289 of the LEED-NC v2.1 Reference Guide which discusses the requirements for group multi-occupant spaces. These requirements are based on the area of the space. The specific space area is not provided so there is insufficient information to determine if the project can earn this credit. Please note that for group multi-occupant spaces, both occupancy sensors and daylight controls count as two lighting controls each. Applicable internationally.