In preparation for our open house this weekend, I created a quick document with a bulleted list of all of the LEED for Homes points we are going after to achieve LEED Platinum in the 100K House. It is basic, but I thought I’d post it here since we haven’t spoken of the checklist in a while. Feel free to ask questions in the comments and I’ll try to address them as best I can.
ID Innovation and Design Process – 7 Points
- Integrated Project Team 1
- Design Charrette 1
- 3rd Party Durability Management Verification 3
- Innovative Design Credits
- Education & Awareness – Going above & beyond reqs 1
- Electricity monitor / phantom load prevention system 1
LL Location and Linkages – 10 Points
- Site Selection 2
- Preferred Locations
- Infill lot 2
- Previously Developed 1
- Existing Infrastructure 1
- Outstanding Community Resources / Transit 3
- Access to Open Space 1
- Minimize Disturbed Area of Site 1
- Basic Landscaping Design 2
- Limit Conventional Turf 3
- Drought Tolerant Plants 2
- Reduce Local Heat Island Effects 1
- 100% Permeable Lot 4
- Permanent Erosion Controls 1
- Pest Control Alternatives 1.5
- Very High Density Development 4
WE Water Efficiency – 6 Points
- Very High Efficiency Fixtures & Fittings 6
EA Energy and Atmosphere – 23 Points
- Exceptional Energy Performance (HERS) 23
- Efficient Hot Water Distribution 2
- Pipe Insulation 1
- Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants 1
MR Materials and Resources – 9.5 Points
- Off-site SIP Fabrication 4
- Environmentally Preferable Products 4.5
- Construction Waste Reduction 1
EQ Indoor Environmental Quality – 13 Points
- Enhanced Combustion Venting Measures 2
- Enhanced Outdoor Air Ventilation 2
- 3rd Party Performance Testing 2
- Enhanced Local Exhaust 1
- Better Air Filters (MERV 12) 1
- Indoor Contaminant Control During Construction 1
- Preoccupancy Flush 1
- No Garage 3
AE Awareness and Education – 2 Points
- Enhanced Training 1
- Public Awareness 1
94 Total Points Targeted
136 Total Points Possible
83.5 Points Needed for Platinum (based on our home size)
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