In Part 1b, change “External shading systems that are controllable by the occupants or set on a timer” to “External shading systems that are set to automatically prevent glare”

Inquiry: Can “free address” workstations, allowing occupants to change workstations to avoid glare, be used to meet the feature requirements?

Ruling: No, free address workstations may not be used to meet the feature requirements.

To accurately portray colors in the space and enhance occupant comfort, all electric lights in occupiable spaces (except decorative fixtures, emergency lights and other special-purpose lighting) meet the following conditions:

In transient areas, light sources with CRI of 80 and R9 of 15 may be used. Light sources used in regularly occupied areas must meet the requirements of Feature 58 as written.

Multi-Family Residential projects may achieve Feature 59 Part 2 and 3 by providing multi-level dimmable lighting for all ambient lighting in bedrooms and living areas. In addition, shades must be provided in both the bedroom and living areas, as follows:
1. Bedrooms must have blackout shades.
2. Living areas must have adjustable shading devices (e.g., Venetian blinds) to accommodate multiple types of activies.

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
'Intent: To increase overall room brightness through reflected light from room surfaces and avoiding glare.'

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
'Intent: To prevent glare and encourage reliance on natural light through automated shading and dimming.'

Add MEP Letters of Assurance as required documentation, remove Architect Letters of Assurance.

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
'Intent: To promote exposure to daylight and views of varying distances by limiting the distance workstations can be from a window or atrium.'

In Part 2a, change “75% of all desks or regularly occupied seats…” to “75% of all workstations…”

Spatial daylight autonomy (sDA300,50%) is achieved for at least 55% of regularly occupied space. In other words, at least 55% of the space receives at least 300 lux [28 fc] of sunlight daylight for at least 50% of operating hours each year.

In 24 Oct, 2016 AAP, add: "(Option 2 or Option 3)" after "Daylight Credit"

In 24 Oct, 2016 AAP, add: "for Option 2 or 75% for Option 3" after "90%"

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
Intent: 'To support circadian and psychological health by setting thresholds for indoor sunlight exposure.'

Add annotated modeling report as required documentation, remove annotated architectural drawing.

To meet Feature 62 Part 1, Daylight Modeling, complete the following:
-Meet Feature 56- Solar Glare control
-Achieve sDA300/50% for at least 55% of area, basing calculations on daylight hours (instead of regularly occupied hours) as outlined in CEN 17037:2018, Annex A

For Part 2a, add: "(excluding skylights)" after "All glazing..."

For Part 2a, remove: "(Daylight Glass)", after "from the floor"

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
'Intent: To optimize occupant exposure to daylight and limit glare through optimizing fenestration parameters.'

Stair width set at a minimum of 1.4 m [56 in] between handrails, or the maximum width allowable by local code.

Projects with more than one staircase that meets the requirements of Part 1 and Part 3 of this feature may use a staircase less than 1.4 m wide to comply with Part 2c.

For Part 3e, remove: "the stairs are" after "when"

Add: "throughout the stair:" after "...by incorporating at least 2 of the following"

Add: "throughout the space" before "Wayfinding signage"

Remove: "entrance to the building or the edge of its lobby". Add: "building's main entrance, main entry check-point (e.g., welcome/reception desk), the edge of its main lobby, or edge of its main welcome area."

Add: ", or the maximum allowable by local code" after "between handrails"

Remove: ", including, decorative painting" after "Artwork"

Change the first line of Part 1 from "The following requirements are met for at least one common staircase:" to "In projects of 2 to 4 floors, at least one common staircase meets the following requirements:"

In the Feature description, remove the second paragraph. Replace with the following text:
'Intent: To encourage intermittent bouts of physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior through accessible, safe, and visually appealing stairs, entryways, and corridors.'

Change “The following requirements are met:” to “The following requirements are met for at least one common staircase:”

Change “Both stairs and paths of frequent travel…” to “Both common stairs and paths of frequent travel…”

(Approved)
As one of the two required incentives for this feature, projects may use on-site bike pool that meets the following requirement:
a. Bicycles are present in sufficient quantity such that 5% of the project population could reserve or use a bicycle at any time, or it is demonstrated that the number of bicycles provided exceeds demand by at least 20%.

For AAP with post date 27 Apr 2017, after "Comprehensive corporate wellness programs...engagement or active commuting", remove:
"Existing (Removed):
As an alternative to one of the activity incentives provided under Feature 65, Part 1: Activity Incentive Programs, projects may create company sponsored sports teams, provided the sports teams are selected by the employees and ensure there is capacity to accommodate all employees who elect to participate.
Note that a second activity incentive program must be implemented in order to demonstrate achievement of Feature 65."

Add: "Updated from AAP with post date 1 Jul, 2016"

For AAP with post date 27 Apr 2017, after "Comprehensive corporate wellness programs...engagement or active commuting", remove:
"Existing (Removed):
As an alternative to one of the activity incentives provided under Feature 65, Part 1: Activity Incentive Programs, projects may create company sponsored sports teams, provided the sports teams are selected by the employees and ensure there is capacity to accommodate all employees who elect to participate. Note that a second activity incentive program must be implemented in order to demonstrate achievement of Feature 65."

Add: "Updated from AAP with post date 1 Jul, 2016"

Remove: "Incentives that encourage greater levels of physical activity through reimbursement of gym memberships or other means of physical activity can help people develop and maintain regular exercise routines and achieve greater fitness levels".
Add: "However, the effectiveness of varying types of incentives (e.g., monetary, non-monetary), their distribution schedule, their magnitude, and their relationship to specific types of activity engagement remain largely unknown. In addition, implementation of physical activity incentives for different populations and geographic regions adds an additional layer of complexity in prescribing and implementing effective incentive programs. Therefore, projects play a fundamental role in defining and creating incentive programs that are meaningful to their project population and aim to help develop and maintain regular exercise and physical activity behaviors"

Remove: "a. Tax-exempt payroll deductions relating to bicycle commuting and mass transit (such as the
Transportation Fringe Benefits in Section 132(f) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code) or a direct
subsidy for an equivalent amount". Add: "a. Tax-exempt payroll deductions relating to active transportation (e.g., a subsidy to purchase a personal bicycle) or mass transit (includes public transportation) use. Direct subsidies of an equivalent amount are also acceptable".

Remove: "c. A subsidy of at least $240 per year is available to each interested employee to cover the costs of
participation in races, group fitness activities and sports teams". Add: "c. A meaningful subsidy offered at least yearly towards participation or membership costs for fitness activities such as: races, group fitness classes, sports teams, fitness centers, training centers, gyms, or studios. Direct subsidies of an equivalent amount are also acceptable"

Remove: "e. A subsidy of at least $50 per year is available to employees to cover the costs of a bicycle share
membership". Add: "e. No cost or discounted physical activity opportunities or memberships, in which it can be demonstrated that 30% of occupants have utilized on a regular basis (at least weekly) over the last six months"

As an alternative to one of the activity incentives provided under Feature 65, Part 1: Activity Incentive Programs, projects may create company sponsored sports teams, provided the sports teams are selected by the employees and the owner will accommodate similar incentives for alternatives upon employee request.
Note that a second activity incentive program must be implemented in order to demonstrate achievement of Feature 65.

Under Appendix D, change the feature type for Part 1 from "(Protocol)" to "(Organizational Protocol)"

In part description, remove: "Early education, elementary and middle schools". Add: "Early education and primary schools"

In part title, remove: "Professional"

Under Appendix D, change the feature type for Parts 1 and 2 from "(Protocol)" to "(Organizational Protocol)"

In 26 Jul, 2017 AAP, remove: “per hectare [17.5 DU/acre]”. Add: "per acre [17.5 DU/hectare]"

Projects may use Option 1. Surround Density of the LEED BD+C Surrounding density and diverse uses Credit to comply with Part 3: Neighborhood Connectivity. Documentation must demonstrate that the project is located on a site where the surrounding density within 400 m [1/4 mi] of the project boundary has a minimum combined density of at least 5,050 m²/acre [22,000 ft²/hectare] of buildable land, a minimum residential density of 7 dwelling units (DU) per acre [17.5 DU/hectare], or a minimum nonresidential density (FAR) of 0.5.

Add: "and plazas" after "walking paths"

Add: "or other landscaped elements" after "c. A garden"

Add Owner Letters of Assurance as required documentation, remove Architect Letter of Assurance.

In part description, remove: "building's main entrance". Add: "main building entrance"

Remove: "accessible" after "following spaces is". Add: "with complimentary access" after "building's main entrance"

Add: "complimentary access to" after "occupants provide"

Remove: "a. Parks with playgrounds, workout stations, trails or an accessible body of water". Add: "a. A green space or park with playground features"