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LEED BD And C

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1. What percentage of TSS must be removed using BMPs for stormwater credit?
Prime Farmland - Land in Flood Plain - Endangered Species Habitat - Land with 100' of Wetlands - Land withing 50' of a body of water - or Public Parkland
55%=1 pt - 75% = 2 pts - 95%=3 points.
80%
Evapotranspiration Rate - This rate is a measurement of total amount of water needed to grow a reference plant

2. What percentage must a NC or School project offsets building energy cost with on-site renewable energy systems to achieve Exemplary Performance?
The area on a project site used by the building structure - defined by the perimeter of the building plan. Parking lots - landscapes - and other non-building facilities are not included in the buliding footprint.
Provide secure bicycle racks and/or storage within 200 yards of a building entrance for 5% or more of all building users. Don't forget - you also have to provide a shower & changing facility for .5% of FTE occupants.
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007
15% = 1 ID point or 8 total points for on site renewable energy

3. What percentage of electricity must a project purchase to achieve exemplary performance under green power (EAc6)?
Prohibit smoking both inside the building and 25; away from building entrance
40 dBA
100%
EPA's Target Finder rating tool

4. What standard assists with establishing a Minimum IAQ performance (IEQp1) for both Mechanically Ventilated Spaces and Naturally Ventilated Spaces?
15%
20%
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007
20% or more dissatisfied occupants

5. What percentage of the building occupants must have individual comfort controls for controlability of systems - thermal comfort (IEQc6.2)?
Two: Direct line of sight to perimeter glazing for 90% of regularly occupied areas and the horizontal view at seated eye height to access views
Vehicles that are classified as zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by the California Air Resources Board
SSc4.4 - Alternative Transportation - Parking Capacity
A minimum of 50%

6. How many points can a project earn for using No Potable Water for irrigation?
4 points
The ability to shed heat
2003 EPA Construction General Permit (or local standards - whichever is more stringent)
30% = 1 ID point

7. What is TSS?
Miscellaneous Equipment - Computers - Elevators - Excalators - Kitchen Cooking & Refrigeration Equipment - Laundry Washing & Drying - Lighting Exempt from Power Allowance (e/g/ - Medical Equipement) - and other (e.g. - waterfall or fountain pumps)
Within 10 months of LEED Certification
Particles that are too small or light to be removed from stormwater via gravity settling. Suspended solid concentrations are typically removed via filtration.
A local - state - or federal government agency

8. What usually defines Open Space requirements?
40 dBA
It is a constant used to calculate the evapotranspiration rate. It takes into account the species factor - density factor - and micro climate factor of the area.
20% discount
Local zoning requirements

9. What are the three basic methods for ventilating buildings?
12%
A report prepared for a real estate holding that identifies potential or existing environmental contamination liabilities.
Mechanical Ventilation (Active ventilation) - Natural Ventilation (Passive ventilation) - Mixed-mode Ventilation (both mechanical and natural ventilation)
The highest form of wastewater treatment and includes removal or organics - solids - and nutrients as well as biological or chemical polishing is it the highest?

10. What is Eutrophication?
The increase in chemical nutrients - such as the nitrogen and phosphorus often found in fertilizers - in an ecosystem.
Structural framing and general dimensional framing - flooring - subflooring - wood doors - and finishes.
Surfaces that have a perviousness of less than 50% and promote runoff of water instead of infiltration into the subsurface. Examples include parking lots - roads - sidewalks - and plazas.
Occupants who do not use a facility on a consistent - regular - daily basis. Examples include students in higher education settings - customers in retail settings - and visitors in institutional settings.

11. What two synergy credits help Mitigate energy use impact by using renewable energy when Optimizing Energy Performance?
Demonstrate a quantifiable reduction in personal automobile use through any of multiple alternative options. You can earn an exemplary performance point for having this plan in place after achieving an SS Alternative Tranportation Credit.
Small man-made ponds - such as those used in stormwater retention - fire suppression - and recreation - are exempt
EA Credit 2: On-site Renewable Energy - EA Credit 6: Green Power
The Center for Clear Air Policy

12. What is the maximum number of points that schools projects can chose to earn for IEQ credits 4.1-4.6?
4 points
Provide vegetated open space area adjacent to the building that is equal in area to the building footprint.
15 minutes - with a min of 1 measurement every 10 seconds
50%; some strategies include water-conserving fixtures and/or using non-potable water for conveyance

13. What generates both electrical power and thermal energy from a Single Fuel source?
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or Cogeneration
HVAC protection - scource control - pathway interruption - housekeeping - and scheduling.
Vehicles that are classified as zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by the California Air Resources Board
6 to 18 months after occupancy

14. What is the distance ALL naturally ventialted spaces must be in proximity to an operable wall or roof opening to the outdoors?
25 feet
10% Variation from Design Values
Intent of proposed innovation credit - proposed requirement(s) for compliance - proposed submittals - and strategies used to meet requirement(s)
It is a constant used to calculate the evapotranspiration rate. It takes into account the species factor - density factor - and micro climate factor of the area.

15. When can wetlands count as Open Space?
Option 1. Do not use refrigerants. Option 2 - Select HVAC system to minimize or eliminate ODP and GWP
Wetlands or naturally designed ponds may count as open space and the side slope gradients average 1:4 (vertical: horizontal) or less and are vegetate.
Prohibit smoking both inside the building and 25; away from building entrance
Integrated Pest Management; The coordinated use of knowledge about pests - the environment - and pest prevention and control methods to minimize pest infestation and damage by the most economical means while minimizing hazards to people - property an

16. When an organization/agency is providing space for shared use to students - what should be included?
6 to 18 months after occupancy
It refers to the absorption of heat by hardscapes - such as dark - nonreflective pavement and buildings - and its radiation to surrounding areas.
Auditorium - Gym - Cafeteria - One or more classrooms - Swimming Pool - or Playing Field
100%

17. What is considered a densely occupied space when monitoring CO2 concentrations for Mechanically Ventilated Spaces?
SSc4.4 - Alternative Transportation - Parking Capacity
Green Seal Standard GS-11 (Architectural Paints and Coatings) - Green Seal Standard GC-03 (Anti-corrosive and Anti-rust Paints) - SCAQMD Rule 1113 (Clear Wood Finishes - Floor Coatings - Stains - Primers - and Shellacs)
Water used for industrial processes and building systems such as cooling towers - boilers - and chillers. The term can also refer to water used in operational processes - such as dish washing - clothes washing - and ice making.
25 people or more per 1 -000 square feet.

18. What is BLEED-OFF?
Exceed the local zoning requirements by 25%
3 to 6 feet above floor to represent the breathing zone
Garages - Housekeeping/laundry Areas - Science Laboratories - Prep Rooms - Art Rooms - Shops of Any Kind - Copying Rooms - Printing Rooms
Bleed-off - or blowdown - is the release of a portion of the recirculating water from a cooling tower - this water carries dissolved solids that can cause mineral buildup

19. What are the major compliance standards associated with low emitting materials - Flooring systems (IEQc4.3)?
2 Modes: General and A/V
Mechanical equipment - photovoltaic panels - and skylights
Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) - Green Label Plus - Carpet and Green Label - Carpet Cushion - FloorScore (Hard Surface Flooring includes: vinyl - linoleum - laminate - wood - ceramic - rubber flooring - and wall base)
Structural framing and general dimensional framing - flooring - subflooring - wood doors - and finishes.

20. What is the Landscape Coefficient (K l)?
The study of water occurence - distribution - movement - and balances in an ecosystem
Meet or Exceed SMACNA guidelines - Protect on-site and installed absorptive materials - MERV 8 filter medium on air handlers used during construction
100%
It is a constant used to calculate the evapotranspiration rate. It takes into account the species factor - density factor - and micro climate factor of the area.

21. How is a Phase II Environmental Site Assessment more in depth?
List of all plant species - noting wheter or not they are native/adapted; info about invasive species and pests those plants may harbor; best maintenance practices for the chosen plans - and site maps showing boundaries for the protected habitat area
Drawdown rate or drawdown
A further investigation that collects original samples of soil - groundwater - or building materials to analyze for quantitative values of various contaminants.
The average density within an area twice as large as that for the base credit achievement must be at least 120 -000 square feet per acre (or double the average density for the area)

22. When do you have to provide Dedicated walking or biking lanes?
The average density within an area twice as large as that for the base credit achievement must be at least 120 -000 square feet per acre (or double the average density for the area)
Real property whose use may be complicated by the presence or possible presence of a hazardous substance - pollutant - or contaminant
For a Schools project - if pursuing the Alternative Transportation Credit
Fixtures - Furniture and Equipment (FF&E)

23. How is Preferred Parking defined?
EPA Clean Air Act - Title VI - Rule 608
Spots available to particular users - includes designated spaces close to the building (aside from designated handicapped spots) - designated covered spaces - discounted parking passes - and guaranteed passes in a lottery system.
Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992 and 2005
Prime Farmland - Land in Flood Plain - Endangered Species Habitat - Land with 100' of Wetlands - Land withing 50' of a body of water - or Public Parkland

24. After what Timedo you have to Reduce Input Power on interior lights - with a diret line of site to exterior openings - to 50% for light pollution reduction?
Lighting (interior - parking garage - surface parking - facade - or building grounds) HVAC - service water heating for domestic or space ehating purposes.
11 PM (between 11 PM and 5 AM)
4 Points
Turf grass

25. Define 'Residential Area'
The highest form of wastewater treatment and includes removal or organics - solids - and nutrients as well as biological or chemical polishing is it the highest?
Land zoned primarily for housing at a density of 10 units per acre or greater. These areas may have single-family and multifamily housing and include building types such as town-homes - apartments - duplexes - condominiums - or mobile homes.
45 dBA
Small HVAC units(>.5 lbs of refrigerant) - standard refrigerators - small water coolers.

26. Define 'Native or Adapted plants'
15%=1 ID point
Native or adapted plants are plants indigenous to a locality or cultivars of native plants that are adapted to the local climate and are not considered invasive species or noxious weeds.
Vehicles that are classified as zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by the California Air Resources Board
Structural framing and general dimensional framing - flooring - subflooring - wood doors - and finishes.

27. What recommendations must the design criteria meet in naturally venticalted spaced for increased venticaltion (IEQc2)?

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28. What are some examples of GHG's?
List of all plant species - noting wheter or not they are native/adapted; info about invasive species and pests those plants may harbor; best maintenance practices for the chosen plans - and site maps showing boundaries for the protected habitat area
Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) - Green Label Plus - Carpet and Green Label - Carpet Cushion - FloorScore (Hard Surface Flooring includes: vinyl - linoleum - laminate - wood - ceramic - rubber flooring - and wall base)
Weight or Volume for Construction waste management (MRc2)
Carbon Dioxide - Methane - CFCs - etc.

29. What are the five areas SMACNA standards for recommended IAQ control measures?
HVAC protection - scource control - pathway interruption - housekeeping - and scheduling.
20% discount
4 points
Irrigation - fire suppression - flush fixtures - or janitorial cleaning

30. What design standard outlines the required acoustical performance for schools?
S12.60-2002 - Acoustical Performance Criteria - Design Requirements and Guidelines for Schools
SCAQMD Rule #1168 (Adhesives - Sealants & Sealant Primers) - Green Seal Standard GS-36 (Commercial Adhesives)
An economizer
Trespass Calculations for the sports fields; one with the sports lighting off and all other lights on - and then one with just the sports lighting on - measuring fc's

31. Schools must establish an energy performace Rating Goal using what?

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32. What is an example of a Monoculture planting - which would not help with restoring/protecting habitat?
Turf grass
Dry plumbing fixtures and fittings that contain and treat human waste via microbiological processes.
WEc4 - Process Water Reduction
1 year and 2 year 24 hour design storms (for SSc6.1)

33. What type of Man-made structure is exempt from Site Selection?
Small man-made ponds - such as those used in stormwater retention - fire suppression - and recreation - are exempt
2 Modes: General and A/V
Weight or Volume for Construction waste management (MRc2)
For a Schools project - if pursuing the Alternative Transportation Credit

34. What are the benefits of Commissioning?
Low Background Noise Inside Core Learning Spaces & Reverberation Time for Core Learning Spaces
Interior walls - doors - floor coverings - and ceiling systems
Reduced Energy USe - Lower Operating Costs - Reduced Contractor Callbacks - Better Building Documentation - Improved Occupant Productivity - and Verification that Systems perform with OPR
Construction Waste MAnagement Plan

35. What is the major compliance Standard associated with low-emitting materials - ceiling and wall systems (IEQc4.6)?
Drawdown rate or drawdown
Ceiling and Wall systems must meet - California Department of Health Services Standard Practice for Testing Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chamers - includeing 2004 addenda.
At least every two years.
25 feet

36. What is the definition of a Brownfield?
EA Credit 2: On-site Renewable Energy - EA Credit 6: Green Power
Real property whose use may be complicated by the presence or possible presence of a hazardous substance - pollutant - or contaminant
USGBC's Registered Project Tools (http://www.usgbc.org/projecttools)
55%=1 pt - 75% = 2 pts - 95%=3 points.

37. When are parking - paving - and utilities included in site measurements?

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38. What are examples of Stabilization Control Technologies?
HVAC - Lighting Controls - DHW - Renewables
Temporary Seeding - Permanent Seeding - and Mulching
It delivers water at low pressure through buried mains and submains
Between 3 and 6 feet above the floor.

39. What causes SKYGLOW?
Stray light from unshielded light sources and light reflecting off surfaces that then enters the atmosphere and illuminates and reflects off dust - debris and water vapor
Real property whose use may be complicated by the presence or possible presence of a hazardous substance - pollutant - or contaminant
Water closets - urinals - lavatory faucets - showers - kitchen sink faucets - and pre-rinse spray valve
Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) - Green Label Plus - Carpet and Green Label - Carpet Cushion - FloorScore (Hard Surface Flooring includes: vinyl - linoleum - laminate - wood - ceramic - rubber flooring - and wall base)

40. How long must a measurement and verification period cover?
80% of students live within no more than 3/4 mile walking distance for grades 8 and below - and 1 1/2 mile walking distance for grades 9 and above & provide dedicated walking or biking lanes to the transit lines
SRI of at least 29
At least 1 year of post construction occupancy
25 feet

41. What are the major compliance standards associated with low emitting materials - adhesives and sealants (IEQc4.1)?
25 feet
EPA Clean Air Act - Title VI - Rule 608
SCAQMD Rule #1168 (Adhesives - Sealants & Sealant Primers) - Green Seal Standard GS-36 (Commercial Adhesives)
Ceiling and Wall systems must meet - California Department of Health Services Standard Practice for Testing Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chamers - includeing 2004 addenda.

42. If a company is willing to provide FEV;s for a Share Program - what percentage is required?
A further investigation that collects original samples of soil - groundwater - or building materials to analyze for quantitative values of various contaminants.
One low-emitting or fuel-efficient vehicle must be provided per 3% of FTE occupants.
Provide vegetated open space area adjacent to the building that is equal in area to the building footprint.
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) or Cogeneration

43. What % of materials or products must be harvested within a 10 year or shorter cycle to qualify for rapidly renewable materials (MRc6)?
1 year and 2 year 24 hour design storms (for SSc6.1)
2.5% = 1 point
A main building entrance
WEc4 - Process Water Reduction

44. When should a thermal comfort survey of building occupants be conducted for thermal comfort = Verification (IEQc7.2)?
6 to 18 months after occupancy
It delivers water at low pressure through buried mains and submains
Carbon Dioxide - Methane - CFCs - etc.
Lighting (interior - parking garage - surface parking - facade - or building grounds) HVAC - service water heating for domestic or space ehating purposes.

45. What program deals with Ridership?
Occupants who do not use a facility on a consistent - regular - daily basis. Examples include students in higher education settings - customers in retail settings - and visitors in institutional settings.
The Center for Clear Air Policy
Integrated Pest Management; The coordinated use of knowledge about pests - the environment - and pest prevention and control methods to minimize pest infestation and damage by the most economical means while minimizing hazards to people - property an
HVAC protection - scource control - pathway interruption - housekeeping - and scheduling.

46. With no new parking - a project my qualify for what credit?
15 minutes - with a min of 1 measurement every 10 seconds
Green Seal Standard GS-11 (Architectural Paints and Coatings) - Green Seal Standard GC-03 (Anti-corrosive and Anti-rust Paints) - SCAQMD Rule 1113 (Clear Wood Finishes - Floor Coatings - Stains - Primers - and Shellacs)
SSc4.4 - Alternative Transportation - Parking Capacity
2.5% = 1 point

47. For schools to achieve SITE MASTER PLAN - how many other SS credits must be met?
Steam cookers - dishwashers - ice makers - and clothes waters
Integrated Pest Management; The coordinated use of knowledge about pests - the environment - and pest prevention and control methods to minimize pest infestation and damage by the most economical means while minimizing hazards to people - property an
ANSI/ASTM-E779-03 - Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage Rate by Fan Pressurization.
4 of 7; SSC1 Site Selection - SSc5.1 Protect/Restore Habitat - SSc5.2 Maximize Open Space - SSc6.1 Stormwater Quantity Control - SSc6.2 Stormwater Quality Control - SSc7.1 Heat Island Effect - Non-roof - or SSc8 Light Pollution Reduction

48. What are the Eligible On-Site renewable energy technologies or systems for (EAc2)?
List of all plant species - noting wheter or not they are native/adapted; info about invasive species and pests those plants may harbor; best maintenance practices for the chosen plans - and site maps showing boundaries for the protected habitat area
1 to 1; i.e. 50/50 male to female
Photovoltaic systems - wind energy systems - solar thermal systems - biofuel based electrical systems - geothermal heating or electric systems - low impact hydroelectric power systems - wave and tidal power systems
Temporary Seeding - Permanent Seeding - and Mulching

49. Regulated or (non-process) energy includes?
Lighting (interior - parking garage - surface parking - facade - or building grounds) HVAC - service water heating for domestic or space ehating purposes.
2:12 slope; > means steeped slope and requires SRI of 29 or greater <= means low sloped and requires an SRI of 78 or greater.
LZ1 - Dark (Parks - rural areas); LZ2 - Low (residential - light industrial); LZ3 - Medium (commercial - industrial - high density residential); LZ4 - High (metro areas)
10 Hours

50. What bio-fuel systems are NOT eligible for On-Site Renewable Energy?
Combustion of municipal solid waste - forestry biomass waste other than mill residue - doaded wood - or treated wood.
4 points
Demonstrate a quantifiable reduction in personal automobile use through any of multiple alternative options. You can earn an exemplary performance point for having this plan in place after achieving an SS Alternative Tranportation Credit.
Prohibit smoking both inside the building and 25; away from building entrance