I'm working on a LEED v4 Interiors project and have an existing undercounter ice maker that is not ENERGY STAR certified. We are reusing the unit because it's not in budget to replace it, and I’d like to understand how this might affect compliance with the Indoor Water Use Reduction prerequisite.
- Can we document intent to replace the unit at end-of-life and still meet the prerequisite?
- Has anyone successfully submitted a LEED Interpretation or CIR for a similar situation?
- Would a performance equivalency narrative (e.g., water and energy specs) be acceptable if the unit meets water criteria but not energy?
Any insights or precedent cases would be greatly appreciated!
