Include columns as obstructions when calculating the access to views in open floor plans.

For Core and Shell buildings, project teams must use a feasible tenant layout and plan to demonstrate that it meets the credit requirements. A consistent and appropriate occupancy must be used across credits.

Private offices where more than 75% of the floor area has a direct-line-of-sight to views can include the entire square footage in the calculations.

Total the areas of regularly occupied spaces that have both direct-line-of-sight to perimeter glazing and access to views while seated (at 42”). Divide this value by the total area of regularly occupied spaces to confirm if the design provides greater than 90% of occupied areas with access to views. This is done in the LEED credit form. Upload plans to LEED Online.

Show typical furniture heights in the sections if applicable.

For each section, draw a line originating from 42” above the floor (typical eye height) to the perimeter glazing demonstrating access to vision glazing and views to the outside.

Create a representative building section for each type of area included in the calculation.

Section View Direct Line of Sight Height Confirmation:

Specify NRC of 0.70 for all ceiling tiles or a combination of ceiling and wall materials meets the 0.70 requirement for an area equal to the total ceiling area.

Reverberation Time: Case 1, Classrooms and Core Learning Spaces less than 20,000 ft3