We would like to pursue an innovation credit for implementing an enhanced preventative maintenance and operations training program for our multifamily project, ensuring ongoing accountability through detailed education and training for building managers. Per the ID Credit Catalog, precedent has been set for NC projects earning credit for enhanced preventative maintenance and operations. Before developing the program and submitting the ID credit template, we would like to confirm our approach. We propose following the education guidance in LEED for Homes AEc2, Education of Building Manager, which is written specifically for multifamily buildings. Submittals will include a copy of training materials and other educational documents, a copy of the standard operating procedures manual, and a narrative about why this program goes beyond typical practice. Please confirm whether this is likely to earn an ID credit if appropriately implemented and documented. If not, please provide guidance as to what else would be needed to earn the ID credit.
The applicant is requesting approval of the methodology presented for achieving an Innovation in Design (ID) credit based on credit requirements for AEc2 of the LEED for Homes rating system. While it is common for projects to apply for ID credits based on applicable credit requirements from alternative rating systems, the proposed ID credit is not acceptable. Several of the credit requirements for AEc2 in LEED for Homes overlap with requirements already included in EAc3 and EAc5 of LEED-NC v2.2. Note: this ruling does not apply to Core and Shell projects.