CITY COUNCIL: Ordinance Establishing Green Building Standards for New Construction

Meeting Date: 7 July 2009
Prepared by: Sean Conroy, Plng & Bldg Services Manager

City Council
Agenda Item Summary

Name: Consideration of an Ordinance amending Carmel Municipal Code Chapter 15, establishing Green Building Standards for new construction in the City (First Reading).

Description: The Green Building Ordinance would establish criteria that must be achieved in order for new construction projects to receive a building permit. The goal of the ordinance is to sustainably guide development, promote energy efficiency, improve air quality, preserve natural resources and encourage architectural design consistent with the City's design traditions.

Overall Cost:
City Funds: N/A
Grant Funds: N/A

Staff Recommendation: Adopt the Ordinance.

Important Considerations: A Green Building Committee, appointed in December 2008, developed recommendations on a green building program for the City. The Committee was comprised of local architects, builders, a Councilmember, and a member of staff.

Decision Record: The Planning Commission recommended adoption of a green building ordinance on 20 May 2009. City Council reviewed a draft ordinance on 2 June 2009 and recommended proceeding with developing a final ordinance.

Reviewed by:

__________________________ _____________________
Rich Guillen, City Administrator Date

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY PLANNING AND BUILDING
STAFF REPORT
TO: MAYOR MCCLOUD AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: SEAN CONROY, PLNG & BLDG SERVICES MANAGER
THROUGH: RICH GUILLEN, CITY ADMINISTRATOR
DATE: 7 JULY 2009
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CARMEL MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15,
ESTABLISHING GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE CITY (FIRST READING)

INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND
The Planning Commission held a workshop on developing green building standards for the City on 10 September 2008. The well-attended workshop demonstrated overwhelming public support for creating a green building program.

At the Planning Commission’s request, the Mayor established a six-member Green Building Committee in December 2008 that included the following:
Karen Sharp: Carmel City Council Member
John Thodos: Local Architect
Safwat Malek: Local Architect
Brendan Connolly: Local Builder
Jordan Daniels: Local Green Building Consultant
Sean Conroy: Plng. & Bldg. Services Manager

The Committee submitted its recommendations to the Planning Commission on 8 April 2009. The Commission supported the Committee’s recommendations and directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance, which was reviewed and approved by City Council on 2 June 2009.

PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS
The following is a summary of the recommendations from the Green Building Committee, which were accepted by the Planning Commission.

Recommendation #1: Adopt the following as the mission statement for the green building program:
"The mission of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea's green building program is to guide development in a sustainable manner, promote energy efficiency, improve air
quality, preserve natural resources and encourage architectural design that is
consistent with the City's diverse design traditions."

Recommendation #2: Use the Build it Green checklist for residential projects and the LEED Commercial checklist for non-residential projects as the basis of the program. Build it Green is a non-profit organization whose mission is promoting more efficient design in California. The organization has developed a comprehensive residential checklist (see attached) to address all aspects of construction. The checklist is divided into sections that award points for incorporating green principles into a project. The sections include site design, foundation, landscaping, exterior finishes, flooring, insulation, building performance, and others. For new construction, a total of 310 points is available.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a nationwide non-profit organization established to promote green building principals throughout the country. The USGBC has established the LEED ratings systems that, like Build it Green, is divided into several sections that award points for incorporating green principles into a project (see attached).

LEED has a total of 100 points available.

The Green Building Committee analyzed both checklists in order to make recommendations on how many points should be required for various types of project applications. These recommendations are summarized below.

Recommendation #3: Require the following number of points for residential and nonresidential projects in order to obtain a building permit:

Residential:
New Construction (i.e. demo/rebuild) 60 points
New Addition/Remodel > 750 sq. ft. 25 points
New Addition/Remodel < 750 sq. ft. 15 points
Bathroom/Kitchen Remodel only 4 points

Non-Residential:
New Construction (i.e. demo/rebuild) 24 pts.
Additions/Remodels > 1000 sq. ft. 18 pts.
Additions/Remodels < 1000 sq. ft. 16 pts.

The point requirements have been designed to be reasonably achievable by any applicant.

The point requirements also should be regularly reviewed to reflect changes in the industry, as green building practices become more commonplace.

Staff recommends that the point requirements be adopted by Council resolution rather than being codified in the ordinance. This will allow the City to amend the point requirements in the future without amending the ordinance.

A Resolution adopting the point requirements will be presented with the Second Reading of the ordinance.

Recommendation #3: Adopt the following incentive levels and discuss potential incentives:
Residential: 120 pts.
Non-Residential: 40 pts.
Incentives: If a project obtains an incentive level, it would qualify for certain incentives.

Many communities provide incentives such as increased floor area, increased height, setback waivers, permit fee reductions, permit streamlining, etc. The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea has spent many years developing the setback, height, floor area and volume requirements. These requirements have been certified by the California Coastal
Commission as part of the City’s Local Coastal Program (LCP). Neither the Committee
nor the Commission recommended that the City adopt incentives that could be in conflict with the LCP.

Appropriate incentives could include a public recognition program involving a plaque at City Hall and/or a plaque to be installed at the property and reduced building permit fees.

These would not require any amendments to the LCP. Staff also recommends that the incentives be adopted by a Council resolution separate from the ordinance. Since the issue of incentives has not fully been decided, staff recommends referring the issue of incentives back to the Planning Commission for review. Once the Council has a recommendation from the Commission, a hearing can be scheduled for adoption of a Resolution to establish the incentive levels and appropriate incentives.

Recommendation #4: Allow for the requirements of the ordinance to be phased in and not become mandatory until 1January 2010.

The Committee and Commission recommend that the ordinance not become mandatory until 1 January 2010. Prior to 1 January 2010, each applicant would be required to fill out the appropriate green building checklist and submit it with the building permit application. Applicants, however, would not be required to achieve the established point levels in order to obtain a building permit. This would allow the public to better understand the program before it becomes mandatory, and would allow staff time to evaluate if changes should be made.

Recommendation #5: Require that the City exceed the standard point requirements by 15% for all City projects that exceed 1,000 square feet.

This recommendation encourages the City take a leadership position by exceeding the minimum requirements of the code. For example, if the standard point requirement for a non-residential project was 24, the City would achieve at least 28 points.

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt the Ordinance (First Reading).

CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
CITY COUNCIL
ORDINANCE 2009-
CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CARMEL MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 15, ESTABLISHING GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE CITY (FIRST READING)

WHEREAS, The City of Carmel-by-the-Sea is a unique community that prides itself on its character and environmental setting; and

WHEREAS, the City has adopted a General Plan and Municipal Code that strive to protect the village character through clear policies and regulations; and

WHEREAS, the City has developed a Green Building Program to guide development in a sustainable manner, promote energy efficiency, improve air quality, preserve natural resources and encourage architectural design that is consistent with the City's diverse design traditions; and

WHEREAS, the Planning Commission recommended adoption of this ordinance to the City Council on 20 May 2009; and

WHEREAS, the ordinance is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act as it will have not significant impact on the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA does hereby resolve to:

Amend Carmel Municipal Code Chapter 15, adopting Green Building Standards for new construction (see attachment).

SEVERABILITY
If any part of this ordinance, even as small as a word or phrase, is found to be
unenforceable such finding shall not affect the enforceability of any other part.

EFFECTIVE TIME PERIOD
This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after final passage and adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA this ___ day of ________ 2009 by the following roll call vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS

SIGNED,

________________________
SUE McCLOUD, MAYOR

ATTEST:

_________________________________
Heidi Burch, City Clerk

CMC 15.54 DRAFT GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE
15.54.010 - Purpose
The purpose of the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea's green building ordinance is to guide
development in a sustainable manner, promote energy efficiency, improve air quality, preserve natural resources and encourage architectural design that is consistent with the City's diverse design traditions.

15.54.020 - Applicability
The requirements of this ordinance shall apply to all applications for building permits that are not specifically exempt in section 15.54.060.

15.54.030 - Requirements
All building permit applications that are not exempt shall achieve a specific number of points based on the Residential and Non-Residential green building checklists. The checklists and point requirements shall be established by City Council resolution. Applicants shall note the proposed points on the appropriate checklist and shall reference each point in the building permit plans. The checklists and point requirements shall be reviewed on an annual basis by the Planning Commission.

15.54.040 - City-Owned Properties
To demonstrate a leadership position, all City building projects greater than 1,000 square feet shall exceed the standard point requirements by 15%.

15.54.050 - Ordinance Phasing
Phase 1: Prior to 1 January 2010, this ordinance shall not be mandatory. Unless exempt, all applicants shall submit the appropriate checklist properly filled out, but are not required to achieve a specific point total in order to obtain building permit approval.

Phase 2: Beginning on 1 January 2010, all building permit applications that are not exempt, or that are not associated with planning permit applications that have been approved or determined to be “complete” by the Planning Department prior to 1 January 2010, shall comply with the requirements of this ordinance.

15.54.060 - Exemptions
The following building permit applications are exempt from this ordinance:
1. Re-roofing permits.
2. Plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits when not associated with remodels or additions.
3. Seismic retrofits.
4. Building foundation repairs and/or maintenance.
5. Repairs and/or reconstruction due to damage caused by fire, explosion, acts of God, or acts of the public enemy.
6. Window replacements.
7. Non-habitable accessory structures of 200 square feet or less.
8. Retaining walls and/or other site improvements not associated with building construction and/or remodeling.
9. Volunteer handicap accessibility upgrades including elevator installation.
10. Additions and alterations to historic structures.

15.54.070 - Exceptions
If, due to unusual circumstances, an applicant determines that compliance with this ordinance creates an unreasonable hardship, the applicant may apply for an exception with the Planning Commission. The burden of proof shall be on the applicant to demonstrate that the requirements of this ordinance create an unreasonable hardship.

15.54.080 - Incentives
Incentives for exceeding the minimum standards of this ordinance shall be established by City Council resolution.

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
GREEN BUILDING CHECKLIST FOR RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
A. Site Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Protect Topsoil and Minimize Disruption of Existing Plants & Trees
a. Protect Topsoil from Erosion and Reuse after Construction 2
b. Limit and Delineate Construction Footprint for Maximum Protection 1

2. Deconstruct Instead of Demolishing Existing Buildings on Site 3

3. Recycle Construction Waste (Including Green Waste)
a. 100% non-hazardous construction taken to bonafide facility Required
b. Re-Use up to 50% of construction debris 2
c. Re-Use over 50% of construction debris 2

4. Use Recycled-Content Aggregate (Minimum 25%)
a. Walkway and Driveway 1
b. Roadway Base 1

Site Total 12

B. Foundation Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Replace Portland Cement in Concrete with Recycled Flyash or Slag
a. Minimum 20% Flyash or Slag 1
b. Minimum 25% Flyash or Slag 1

2. Use Frost-Protected Shallow Foundation in Cold Areas (C.E.C. Climate Zone 16) 3

3. Radon Resistant Construction (In At-Risk Locations Only) 1

4. Design and Build Structural Pest Controls
a. Install Termite Shields & Separate All Exterior Wood-to-Concrete Connections by Metal or Plastic Fasteners/Dividers 1
b. All New Plants Have Trunk, Base, or Stem Located at Least 36 Inches from Foundation 1
Foundation Total 8

C.Landscaping Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Construct Resource-Landscapes
a. No Invasive Species Listed by Cal-IPC are Planted 1
b. No Species Will Require Shearing 1
c. 75% of Plants are Drought-tolerant California Natives,
Mediterranean or Other Appropriate Species 3

2. Use Fire-Safe Landscaping Techniques 1

3. Minimize Turf Areas in Landscape Installed by Builder
a. All Turf Will Have a Water Requirement Less than or Equal to Tall Fescue (0.8 plant factor)2
b. Turf Shall Not Be Installed on Slopes Exceeding 10% or in Areas Less than 8 Feet Wide 2
c. Turf is <= 33% of Landscaped Area (total 2 points) 2
d. Turf is <= 10% of Landscaped Area (total 4 points) 2

4. Plant Shade Trees 3

5. Group Plants by Water Needs (Hydrozoning) 2

6. Install High-Efficiency Irrigation Systems
a. System Uses Only Drip, Bubblers, or Low-flow Sprinklers 2
b. System Has Smart Controllers 3

7. Incorporate Two Inches of Compost into the Top 6 to 12 Inches of Soil 3

8. Mulch All Planting Beds to the Greater of 2 Inches or Local Water Ordinance Requirement2

9. Use 50% Salvaged or Recycled-Content Materials for 50% of Non-Plant Landscape Elements 1

10. Reduce Light Pollution from Site Lighting by Shielding Fixtures and/or Directing Light Downward 1
Landscaping Total 31

D. Structural Frame & Building Envelope Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Apply Optimal Value Engineering
a. Place Rafters & Studs at 24-Inch on Center Framing 1
b. Size Door and Window Headers for Load 1
c. Use Only Jack and Cripple Studs Required for Load 1

2. Use Engineered Lumber
a. Beams and Headers 1
b. Insulated Engineered Headers 1
c. Wood I-Joists or Web Trusses for Floors 1
d. Wood I-Joists for Roof Rafters 1
e. Engineered or Finger-Jointed Studs for Vertical Applications 1
f. Oriented Strand Board for Subfloor 1
g. Oriented Strand Board for Wall and Roof Sheathing 1

3. Use FSC-Certified Wood
a. Dimensional Lumber, Studs, and Timber: Min. 40% (total 2 points)
2
b. Dimensional Lumber, Studs, and Timber: Min. 70% (total 4
points)
2
c. Panel Products: Min. 40% (total 1 point) 1
d. Panel Products: Min. 70% (total 2 points) 1

4. Use Solid Wall Systems (Includes SIPs, ICFs, & Any Non-Stick Frame
Assembly)
a. Floors 4
b. Walls 4
c. Roofs 4

5. Reduce Pollution Entering the Home from the Garage
a. Tightly Seal the Air Barrier between Garage and Living Area 1
b. Install Garage Exhaust Fan OR Build a Detached Garage 1

6. Design Energy Hells on Roof Trusses (75% of Attic Insulation
Height at Outside Edge of Exterior Wall) 1

7. Design Roof Trusses to Accommodate Ductwork 1

8. Use Recycled-Content Steel Studs for 90% of Interior Wall Framing 1

9. Thermal Mass Walls: 5/8-Inch Drywall on All Interior Wall or Walls Weigh more than 40 lb/cu.ft. 1

10. Install Overhangs and Gutters
a. Minimum 16-Inch Overhangs and Gutters 2
Structural Frame & Building Envelop Total 36

E. Exterior
Finish Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Use Recycled-Content (No Virgin Plastic) or FSC-Certified Decking 2

2. Install a Rain Screen Wall System 2

3. Use Durable and Noncombustible Siding Materials 1

4. Use Durable and Noncombustible Roofing Materials 2
Exterior Finish Total 7

F. Insulation Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Install Insulation with 75% Recycled Content
a. Walls and/or Floors 1
b. Ceilings 1

2. Install Insulation That is Low-Emitting (Certified CA Section 98 01350)
a. Walls and/or Floors 1
b. Ceilings 1

3. Inspect Quality of Insulation Installation before Applying Drywall 1
Insulation Total 5

G. Plumbing Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Distribute Domestic Hot Water Efficiently
a. Insulate Hot Water Pipes from Water Heater to Kitchen 2
b. Insulate All Hot Water Pipes 2
c. Use Engineered Parallel Piping 1
d. Use Engineered Parallel Piping with Demand Controlled Circulation Loop 1
e. Use Structured Plumbing with Demand Controlled Circulation 3
f. Use Central Core Plumbing 4

2. Install Only High Efficiency Toilets (Dual Flush or 1.3 gpf) 4
Plumbing Total 17

H. Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Design and Install HVAC System to ACCA Manual J, D, and S
Recommendations 4

2. Install Sealed Combustion Units
a. Furnace
s
2
b. Water Heaters 2

3. Install Zoned, Hydronic Radiant Heating with Slab Insulation 2

4. Install High Efficiency Air Conditioning with Environmentally
Responsible Refrigerants 1

5. Design and Install Effective Ductwork
a. Install HVAC Unit and Ductwork within Conditioned Space 3
b. Use Duct Mastic on All Duct Joints and Seams 1
c. Install Ductwork under Attic Insulation (Buried Ducts) 1
d. Pressure Balance the Ductwork System 1
e. Protect Ducts during Construction and Clean All Ducts before Occupancy 1

6. Install High Efficiency HVAC Filter (MERV 64) 1

7. Don't Install Fireplaces or Install Sealed Gas Fireplace with
Efficiency Ratting not Less than 60% using CSA Standards 1
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8. Install Effective Exhaust Systems in Bathrooms and Kitchens
a. Install ENERGY STAR Bathroom Fans Vented to the Outside 1
b. All Bathroom Fans are on Timer or Humidistat 1
c. Install Kitchen Range Hood Vented to the Outside 1

9. Install Mechanical Ventilation System for Cooling
a. Install ENERGY STAR Ceiling Fans & Light Kits in Living Areas & Bedroom 1
b. Install Whole House Fan with Variable Speeds 1
c. Automatically Controlled Integrated System 2
d. Automatically Controlled Integrated System with Variable Speed Control 3

10. Install Mechanical Fresh Air Ventilation System
a. Any Whole House Ventilation System that Meets ASHRAE 62.2 3
b. Install Air-to-Air Heat Exchanger 3

11. Install Carbon Monoxide Alarms 1
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Total 37
I. Renewable Energy Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Pre-Plumb for Solar Water Heating 4

2. Install Solar Water Heating System 10

3. Install Wiring Conduit for Future Photovoltaic Installation & Provide sq.ft. of South-Facing Roof 2

4. Install Photovoltaic (PV) Panels
a. 30% of electric needs OR 1.2kw (total 6 points) 6
b. 60% of electric needs or 2.4kw (total 12 points) 6
c. 90% of electric needs or 3.6kw (total 18 points) 6
Renewable Energy Total 34

J. Building Performance Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Diagnostic Evaluations
a. House Passes Blower Door Test 1
b. House Passes Combustion Safety backdraft Test 1

2. Design and Build High Performance Homes - 15% above Title 24 30

3. House Obtains ENERGY STAR with Indoor Air Package Certification 7
Building Performance Total 39
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K. Finishes Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Design Entryways to Reduce Tracked-In Contaminants 1

2. Use Low-VOC or Zero-VOC Paint
a. Low-VOC Interior Wall/Ceiling Paints (<50 gpl VOCs (Flat) and <150 gpl VOCs (Non-Flat)) 1
b. Zero-VOC: Interior Wall/Ceiling Paints (<5 gpl VOCs (Flat)) 3
c. Use Low-VOC: Water-Based Wood Finishes (<250 gpl VOCs) 2
d. Use Low-VOC: Caulk and Construction Adhesives (<70 gpl
VOCs) for All Adhesives 2

5. Use Recycled-Content Paint 1

6. Use Environmentally Preferable Materials for Interior Finish: A) FSC-Certified Wood, B) Reclaimed, C) Rapidly Renewable, D) Recycled-Content, or E) Finger-Jointed
a. Cabinets (50% Minimum) 1
b. Interior Trim (50% Minimum) 1
c. Shelving (50% Minimum) 1
d. Doors (50% Minimum) 1
e. Countertops (50% Minimum) 1

7. Reduce Formaldehyde in Interior Finishes (CA Section 01350)
a. Subfloor & Stair Treads (50% Minimum) 1
b. Cabinets and Countertops (50% Minimum) 1
c. Interior Trim (50% Minimum) 1
d. Shelving (50% Minimum) 1

8. After Installation of Finishes, Test of Indoor Air Shows Formaldehyde Level <27ppb 3

Finishes Total 22

L. Flooring Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Use Environmentally Preferable Flooring: A)FSC-Certified Wood, B) Reclaimed, C)
Rapidly Renewable, D) Recycled-Content, E)Exposed Concrete, Flooring Adhesives Must
Have <50 gpl VOCs
a. Minimum 15% of Floor Area 1
b. Minimum 30% of Floor Area 1
c. Minimum 50% of Floor Area 1
d. Minimum 75% of Floor Area 1

2. Thermal Mass Floors: Floor Covering Other than Carpet on 50% or More of Concrete Floors 1
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3. Flooring Meets Section 01350 or CRI Green Label Plus Requirements (50% Minimum) 2
Flooring Total 7

M. Appliances Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Install Water- and Energy-Efficient Dishwasher
a. ENERGY STAR 1
b. Dishwasher Uses No More than 5.5. Gallons/Cycle (total 2 points) 1
2. Install Water- and Energy-Efficient Clothes Washing Machine
a. Meets CEE Tier 2 Requirements (modified energy factor 2.0, Water Factor 6.0) (total 3 points) 3
b. Meets CEE Tier 23 Requirements (modified energy factor 2.2, Water Factor 4.5 or less) (total 5 points) 2

3. Install ENERGY STAR Refrigerator
a. ENERGY STAR Qualified & < 25 Cubic Feet Capacity 1
b. ENERGY STAR Qualified & < 20 Cubic Feet Capacity 1

4. Install Built-In Recycling & Composting Center
a. Built-In Recycling Center 2
b. Built-In Composting Center 1
Appliances Total 12

N. Other Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Incorporate GreenPoint Rated Checklist in Blueprints Required

2. Develop Homeowner Manual of Green Features/Benefits 3

3. Innovative Measures That Meet the Green Building Objectives of the Guidelines. Maximum of 20 points 20

4. Community Design Measures and Local Priorities: Maximum of 20 pts. 20
Other Total 43

Total Available/Proposed Residential Points 310

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
GREEN BUILDING CHECKLIST FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS
A. Sustainable Sites Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Site Selection 1

2. Development Density & Community Connectivity 5

3. Brownfield Redevelopment 1

4.1 Alternative Transportation – Public Transportation Access 6
4.2 Alternative Transportation – Bike storage & changing rooms 1
4.3 Alternative Transportation – Low-emitting/fuel efficient vehicles 3
4.4 Alternative Transportation – Parking Capacity 2

5.1 Site Development – Protect or Restore Habitat 1
5.2 Site Development - Maximize Open Space 1

6.1 Stormwater Design – Quantity Control 1
6.2 Stormwater Design – Quality Control 1

7.1 Heat Island Effect - Nonroof 1
7.2 Heat Island Effect - Roof 1

8. Light Pollution Reduction 1

26 Points Available

B. Water Efficiency Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Water Efficient Landscaping 2-4

2. Water Efficient Landscaping 2

3. Water Use Reduction 2-4

10 Points Available

C. Energy & Atmosphere Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Optimize Energy Performance 1-19

2. On-site Renewable Energy 1-7

3. Enhanced Commissioning 2

4. Enhanced Refrigerant Management 2

5. Measurement & Verification 2

6. Green Power 3

35 Possible Points

D. Materials & Resources Points allowed
Points proposed
1.1 Building Reuse – Maintain Existing Walls, Floors & Roof 1-3
1.2 Building Reuse – Maintain Existing Interior Nonstructural Elements 1

2. Construction Waste Management 1-2

3. Materials Reuse 1-2

4. Recycled Content 1-2

5. Regional Materials 1-2

6. Rapidly Renewable Materials 1

7. Certified Wood 1

14 Possible Points

E. Indoor Environmental Quality Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring 1

2. Increased Ventilation 1

3.1 Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan – During Construction 1
3.2 Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan – Before
Occupancy 1

4.1 Low-Emitting Materials – Adhesives and Sealants 1
4.2 Low-Emitting Materials – Paints and Coatings 1
4.3 Low-Emitting Materials – Flooring Systems 1
4.4 Low-Emitting Materials – Composite Wood & Agrifiber Products 1

5. Indoor Chemical and pollutant Source Control 1

6.1 Controllability of Systems - Lighting 1
6.2 Controllability of Systems – Thermal Comfort 1

7.1 Thermal Comfort - Design 1
7.2 Thermal Comfort - Verification 1

8.1 Daylight & Views - Daylight 1
8.2 Daylight & Views - Views 1

15 Possible Points

F. Innovation in Design Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Innovation in Design 1-5

2. LEED Accredited Professional 1

6 Possible Points

G. Regional Priority Points allowed
Points proposed
1. Regional Priority 1-4
4 Possible Points
Total Available/Proposed Points 100