HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4128 Amending Resolution No. 4121Resolution No. 4128 was approved on Oetober 6, 2008. After
researehing it was diseovered that a final version was not
signed. Therefore the paeket materials and the minutes spelling
out the amendments from the meeting are attaehed to verify the
approval.
Linked Bozeman City Commission Minutes, October 6, 2008
0:26:46 Cr. Becker
Cr. Becker questioned the payback periods and asked about energy costs.
0:28:45 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding the consulting fees.
0:30:13 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson spoke regarding energy savings.
0:30:28 Mr. Goehrung
Mr. Goehrung spoke regarding reports that will need to be submitted to Leeds, and tracking
energy use.
0:31:05 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss asked that the commissioning fee be explained.
0:31:11 Mr. Goehrung
Mr. Goehrung spoke regarding the commissioning fees and added that a firm will go through the
building when it is open for operation.
0:32:53 Mr. Goehrung
Mr. Goehrung stated that Leeds requires a commissioning agent.
0:34:36 Public Comment
Mayor Jacobson opened public comment.
No person commented.
Mayor Jacobson closed public comment.
0:34:49 Motion to approve Resolution No. 4128, Amending Appropriation Resolution No.
4121 for Fiscal Year 2008 -2009.
It was moved by Cr. Bryson, seconded by Cr. Krauss to approve Resolution No. 4128,
Amending Appropriation Resolution No. 4121 for Fiscal Year 2008 -2009.
0:35:30 Cr. Bryson
Cr. Bryson stated that not everything needs to be Leeds. We should always look at ways to
reduce energy.
0:36:43 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss stated that there other green standards besides Leeds.
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Linked Bozeman City Commission Minutes, October 6, 2008
0:38:25 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp spoke regarding the 60/40 split to purchase the building.
0:39:14 Amendment to the Main Motion to apply the same percentage (60/40) to the
$325,548 costs related to the Leed Certification of the old library (following the same set up
that was used to purchase the building).
An Amendment was made by Cr. Rupp, seconded by Cr. Becker to amend the main motion
to apply the same percentage (60/40) to the $325,548 costs related to the Leed Certification
of the old library (following the same set up that was used to purchase the building).
0:40:57 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss asked about the remodel costs and if they are being split 60/40.
0:41:15 Ms. Rosenberry
Ms. Rosenberry stated that none of the costs were planned to come from the solid waste fund.
0:43:33 Cr. Krauss
Cr. Krauss suggested that the City could sell the snow fill area if needed.
0:44:38 Cr. Rupp
Cr. Rupp reiterated that the purpose of the amendment.
0:45:23 Vote on the Amendment to the Main Motion to apply the same percentage (60/40)
to the $325,548 costs related to the Leed Certification of the old library (following the same
set up that was used to purchase the building).
Those voting Ave being Crs. Rupp, Becker, Krauss, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being Cr. Bryson.
The motion carried 4 -1.
0:45:34 Vote on the Main Motion as Amended to approve Resolution No. 4128, Amending
Appropriation Resolution No. 4121 for Fiscal Year 2008 -2009.
Those voting Ave being Crs. Bryson, Krauss, Becker, Rupp, and Mayor Jacobson.
Those voting No being none.
The motion carried 5 -0.
Commission Memorandum
REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: Anna Rosenberry, Finance Director
Chris Kukulski, City Manager
SUBJECT: Commission Resolution No. 4128 — Amending Appropriation Resolution
for Fiscal Year 2008 -2009
MEETING DATE: October 6, 2008
BACKGROUND: This item was Opened and Continued from the September 15, 2008
Commission Meeting. At that time, Commissioners requested a more detailed report of the
additional LEED program costs for the City Hall Remodel before approving the budget
amendment.
The proposed FY2009 Budget Amendment makes the following changes:
1. Planning Fund Deficit: The City's Planning Fund ended the year with a negative working
capital balance in FY2008 of ($78,500.) This deficit was a result of significantly lower Planning
Fee revenue collected in FY08. We budgeted to receive $447,000 in Planning Fees and only
collected $245,300. Although Department spending was less than budgeted for the year, it was
not low enough to cover the significant decrease in Planning Fee revenue.
2. City Hall Construction — LEED: On October 1, 2007 the Commission gave city staff
direction to pursue LEED- Existing Building certification for the remodel of the Old Library into
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the New City Hall. At the time, it was estimated that the additional costs would total $300,000.
After that decision was made, design, construction, and consulting contracts were approved to
bring about the certification. The project was bid as a LEED project. We did not acquire bids
for products or services that would not have met the LEED standards.
James Goehrung, Director of Facilities Services, has attached information related to the LEED
program. His memo discusses items that have yet to be purchased and possible rebates that may
be received in the coming months, depending on performance of the building. Comma -Q
Architecture, Inc has scheduled out $77,670 in Professional Fees and $247,878 in identifiable
Construction Costs, for a total of $325,548.00 in LEED related costs, after subtracting $25,000
for a Northwestern Energy rebate on the buildings solar panels.
Approval of the Budget Amendment in the amount of $356,500 will cover the known costs at
this point. Any rebates or grants that may be received will be deposited to the General Fund.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Commission Resolution No. 4128 — Amending
Appropriation Resolution for Fiscal Year 2008 -2009.
FISCAL EFFECTS: The fiscal effects of this amendment will decrease the General
Fund ending fund balance (cash reserve) by a total of $435,000. It will increase cash balances
in the Planning Fund and the City Hall Construction Fund, as of July 1, 2008.
FY09 Beginning Fund Balance $4,370,538
Add: FY09 Estimated Revenues $22,287,851
Less: FY09 Amended Appropriations ($22,879,834)
FY09 Ending Fund Balance $3,778,555
This will leave the General Fund with a projected FY2009 ending cash balance of $3,778,555;
representing 18.1% of operating revenues for the year.
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ALTERNATIVES: As suggested by the City Commission.
Respectfully submitted,
Anna Rosenberry, Finance Director
Chris A. Kukulski, City Manager
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COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 4128
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BOZEMAN,
MONTANA, AMENDING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 4121,
APPROPRIATION RESOLUTION FOR FISAL YEAR 2008 -2009.
WHEREAS, the City Commission did, on the 2nd day of September, 2008, after due and proper
legal notice, adopt Commission Resolution No. 4121, Appropriation Resolution for the Fiscal Year ended
June 30, 2009.
WHEREAS, The City Commission, onthe 15 day of September, 2008, after due and properlegal
notice, held a public hearing for consideration of amendments to Commission Resolution No. 4121.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman,
Montana, to wit:
Section 1
The City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana, does hereby authorize and appropriate
transfers of cash for the budget units and purposes set forth below, in the amounts designated herein, as
follows.
Transfer
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Transfer Cash from General Fund To the Planning Fund $78,500.00
For operating deficit in Planning Fund for FY2008.
Transfer Cash from General Fund To City Hall Construction Fund $356,500.00
For completion of City Hall Remodel LEED
Section 2
These amendments shall add to the budget authority adopted in Commission Resolution No. 4121.
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Section 3
Pursuant to Section 7 -6 -4030, M.C.A., this resolution, upon its passage, shall be in full force and
effect on July 1, 2008.
Section 4
That should it be found by any court of competent jurisdiction that any section, clause, portion,
sentence, word, or phrase of this resolution is deemed to be contrary to any existing law or regulations, that
in this instance, it is the intent of the City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana, that all other
portions, sections, words, clauses, phrases, or paragraphs of this document shall remain in full force and
effect.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Bozeman, Montana, at a
regular session thereof held on the 6 October 2008.
KAAREN JACOBSON
Mayor
ATTEST:
STACY ULMEN
City Cleric
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TIM COOPER
Assistant City Attorney
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Director of Facility Services
City of Bozeman P.O. Box 1230
Bozeman, MT (406)552 -3232
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FR: James Goehrung, Director of Facility Services
Date: September 30, 2008 9
RE: LEED related costs for the new City Hall
October 6, 2008 Commission Meeting
Attached is requested documentation of the LEED, (Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design), related costs for the City Hall remodel. The project will be
submitted as an Existing Building LEED Project to the Green Building Council.
The specifications for an existing building are different than new construction. Like new
construction, the criteria take into consideration the construction and material selection
for the remodel of the building. Also the type of materials that help with indoor air
quality such as carpet, low volatile organic compounds (VOC) in such things as paint and
adhesives, and renewable products in metal and wood related products. We are required
to monitor and document all demolition waste including such items as wood, concrete,
metal, carpet, and glass.
In the information we submit for accreditation, we also have to commit to a long term
operations plan for the building. This plan addresses the building mechanical equipment,
land use, and other physical systems. We also have to commit to a long term building
management plan that includes waste management, cleaning products, temperature
monitoring, and commuting policies. I have included a FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS sheet for LEED Existing Buildings which provides a more detailed
explanation.
Upon approval by the Commission to pursue LEED status for the building in October of
2007, (memo attached), staff worked with the consultants on a plan to address the LEED
requirements for the project. A copy of the LEED for Existing Building v2.0 Registered
Building Checklist is included with this report, along with the Attempted Credit
Summary which illustrated the points that the team decided to pursue. You can see on
the Attempted Credit Summary that the combined points will yield a silver rating.
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LEEDs forces you to look at the components of an existing building and evaluate design
and engineering considerations as a part of the building plan. For example, the current
air conditioning system is right on the edge of being able to keep up with the building,
especially with the added square footage from the remodel. Rather than getting rid of a
functional air conditioner, we evaluated the heat load of the building and looked at solar
gain in the building from the multiple south facing windows. LEEDS also likes the
option of operable windows in office areas for overall occupant comfort and indoor air
quality. By upgrading the windows to low -E glass we were able to improve the
efficiency of the building, therefore the air conditioner can keep up with the building, and
we could install some operable windows that gave us a two for one improvement.
We were able to postpone some of the upfront costs for the project. For example, the air
conditioning system does not use the current ozone friendly gas. In our operations plan
for the building we can reference that when the appropriate gas for this unit is available,
(in 2010), we will commit to change out the system with the new gas when it is available.
We have not completed all of the documentation for the application that will be submitted
once we finish the commissioning of the building. There may be some other LEED
related expenses that are identified once we finish the application. One in particular is
the application fee. The fee is based on the square footage of the building. The library
fee was $6,000 for around 50,000 square feet. We are just over 22,000 so the fee should
be less.
As it stands now the LEED related costs for the project total $247, 878 The pay back
for the improvements identified for some of the specific improvements are outlined in the
memo from Comma -Q. The estimated savings per year for the identified improvements
is $15,572.00, which provides an overall average of 14.6 years.
Some of the LEED items also deal with water conservation. All of the flush valves and
faucets throughout the building were changed out to low -flow valves. We have not
calculated the projected water and dollar savings for these improvements.
All of the electrical improvements are not called out in this report. In areas where new
electrical fixtures were needed we ordered the newer, more energy efficient, T -5 lamps.
We have prequalified some electrical improvements with NorthWestern Energy for their
E -Plus energy rebate program. We will submit a rebate request for some of the
improvements and expect to receive from $12,000 to $14,000 to offset the cost of some
of the improvements.
Attached is a draft summary of the LEED narrative that describes the extent of the
improvements made to the building. It provides some insight into the range of building
related systems that are addressed under green building considerations.
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MEMO
Date: October 1, 2008
Subject: LEED Certification — Fee & Cost Information for the Commissioners
City of Bozeman — City Half 07 -10
Attention: James Goehrung, Director of Facility Services
From: Kim Everts, Architect
Information we have gathered to date:
Professional Fees:
LEED Coordinator Fee: $25,000
Additional Architectural Fee: $22,500
Additional Mechanical Engineering Fee (including energy modeling): $9,650
Commissioning Fee: $20,520.00
Total: $77,670
Architecture, Inc.
409 H Rouse Avenue, al
Bozeman, MT 59715
406.585 1112
Additional Construction Costs: Cost Savings per year Pay Back
Contractor soft costs:
management, recycling & documentation $ 10,000
Special Erosion Control measures $ 816
Identifiable Building Material Items:
Eco- friendly Carpet Tile (above typical office carpet tile) $ 0
Eco- friendly Paint (above typical office paint)
$ 1,500
Additional exterior signage at Parking Spaces
$ 300
Bamboo plywood vs. oak veneer plywood
$ 8,400
Creation of Designated Recycling Room inside Bldg.
$ 1,690
White TPO roof for Heat Island Reduction
$12,823
Replacement Solarcool Low -E Bronze Tinted Windows
$ 36,000
Added Operable Units for natural ventilation
$ 21,436
New Skyiight (Kalwall vs. glazing)
$ 4,000
$ 612
6.5 years
Mechanical upgrades:
Variable Frequency Drives including removal
of Inlet Vanes in supply & return fans
$10,277
$ 1,693
6.0 years
DDC Controls & VAV box upgrades
$ 61,380
$ 10,532
5.8 years
Glycol cooler in IT Room A.C.
$ 5,700
$ 588
9.7 years
High Efficiency Boilers
$ 25,925
$ 1,340
19.4 years
Additional Metering of Mechanical System
$10,000
Faucet, Toilet & Urinal flush valve replacement
$ 8,705
Solar Array System (not including $25K from NW Energy)
$28,926
$ 807
35 years
Total:
$ 247,878
$ 15,572
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DRAFT - SUMMARY OF FEED DESIGN DECISIONS Architecture, Inc.
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Prepared by Kim Everts Bozeman, MT 59715
466.585.1112
The New Bozeman City Hall is a model facility planned to achieve a LEED EB silver rating. The facility is the
former Bozeman Public Library building, built in 1980. When a new Library was built in 2006 the building became a
candidate for a New City Hall providing much needed expansion for the rapidly growing city government. The
existing 22,600 square foot facility will provide adequate expansion space for next 30 to 40 years, A 1,200 square
foot addition to the existing community meeting room will become the new City Commission Meeting Chamber,
Through the following innovative approaches, the New City Hall was designed and renovated to use significantly less
energy than a typical, public office facility:
Photovoltaic Technology Reduces Pollution: Atop the building's existing 2nd floor metal sunscreens are four
photovoltaic solar subarrays, comprised of 32 SunPower 210 Watt solar modules. The solar technology, designed
and implemented by Independent Power Systems of Bozeman, provides the energy potential that is equivalent to 25
percent of the building's fighting load, while producing zero pollution. The solar array sunscreens prevent roughly
5.94 tons of greenhouse gas and air - polluting emissions every year when compared to conventional energy
production through the burning of fossil fuels with an estimated yearly cost savings of $807.
"Green" Lighting Saves Energy: To further reduce energy use, the facility incorporates requirements of the 2003
International Energy Conservation Code. High - efficiency fluorescent lighting is used throughout the building, and
ceiling mounted motion sensors turn lights off when an area is vacant. Dual manual switching allows office occupants
to override the sensors and select a lower lighting level if desired. Combined, these features have the potential
savings of up to 40 p ercent on electricity use for lighting when compared to the energy consumption of a facility
without them.
Building Orientation Maximizes Natural Lighting: Much thought went into planning the building's site orientation
by the original designers in 1979, a factor that plays a significant role in determining the amount of solar gain that the
interior of the building receives. The broadest face of the building, with large window openings, faces south, which
helps moderate seasonal fluctuations in sola r radiation. This orientation, coupled with strategically placed shade
trees, enables the facility to reduce heating costs in the winter and cooling costs in the summer. A large existing
skylight above the main stair that had thermally failed was replaced with an energy efficient Kalwall skylight, This
added natural light reduced the lighting load at the interior of the building at both lev els. The interior layout was
designed so that no workspace is more than a few steps away from natural daylight, providing a healthy and
productive working environment for all employees.
Reflected Radiation Offsets Cooling Costs: To avoid excessive solar heat gain, the existing roof was replaced
with a highly reflective, white GAF reinforced thermoplastic polyolefin membrane. This feature greatly reduces the
amount of solar heat absorbed and transmitted into the building, thus reducing the energy required to maintain the
building's temperature. In addition, the South & East facing windows were replaced with Low -E (low - emissivity)
SolarCool Bronze glass, allowing beneficial, visible light to pass through the glass while increasing the thermal
efficiency of the window, To further reduce the amount of incoming solar heat gain, deep metal sunshades overhang
the south facing windows. These measures act to reduce the overall cost of cooling the building during hot summer
months,
Heating and Cooling Systems improve Energy Efficiency; High - efficiency heating and cooling systems can save
a significant amount of energy. Variable speed motors, fans and pumps serve only the actual energy demand needed
and reduce waste. Outside air eco nomizers help reduce energy costs by bringing in outside air when the temperature
and humidity meet acceptable levels. These highly efficient heating and cooling systems operate in tandem with a
digitally controlled, fully automated Building Automation System (BAS). The BAS monitors and controls various
aspects of the building, including temperature, pressure, humidity, server room cooling units, cooling and heating
equipment, maintenance indicators, and lighting. Electronic sensors placed throughout the facility communicate to
the BAS when temperature, humidity, fresh air ventilation rates, and other environmental conditions need to be
adjusted, further increasing the facility's energy efficiency by reducing energy waste.
Water - efficient Fixtures Maximize Water Conservation: The building's 28 year old plumbing fixtures were
replaced with water - efficient fixtures to maximize water conservation. These water - efficient fixtures include flow -
restricting faucets, low -flow toilets and urinal flush valves, therefore reducing the building's water consumption.
Recycling and Reuse reduces Landfill Waste: The project continued to push the limits of environmental
stewardship by requiring recycled content in several of the new building materials. The building's recycled - content
carpet, manufactured by Interface, is part of a "closed loop" program in which the carpet is designed to be used to
manufacture new products at the end of its useful life. Armstrong ceiling tiles provided 70% recycled content. New
building materials were also required to be "eco- friendly" such as resilient flooring made of all natural materials in
linoleum by Forbo with 24% recycled content and no -VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints from Columbia Paints.
And while traditional construction sites usually haul their wastes to a landfill, 75 percent of construction debris was
recycled during the City Half's renovation. Recycled materials included carpeting, wood and scrap lumber, paper and
cardboard, gypsum drywall, concrete, brick, plastics, scrap metals and light fixtures. The existing building had a
significant amount of oak trim that was carefully removed, stored and reused in the newly renovated spaces. Metal
handrails were disassembled, cut, welded and reassembled in code compliant spacing.
Environmentally Safe Fire Suppression: The IT server room is equipped with an environmentally friendly and
technologically advanced fire suppressant system capable of discharging the extinguishing agent within 10 seconds
of fire detection. The FM 200 Fire Protection System, manufactured by Great Lakes Chemical Corp. Chemically
known as heptafiuoropropane, FM 200, replaces the ozone - depleting halon used in traditional non -water fire
suppressant systems and is proven safe for people through extensive toxicology testing. The chemical is an effective,
environmentally sound choice for fire protection, as it will not harm the server room's sensitive equipment and does
not contribute to stratosp heric ozone layer depletion.
Commission Memorandum
REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission
FROM: James Goehrung, Director of Facility Services
Chris Kukulski, City Manager
SUBJECT: Green building considerations for the old Library reuse for a new City
Hall
MEETING DATE: October 1, 2007
BACKGROUND: Staff is working with the Architect of Record on the old Library reuse and
we are starting the Design Development phase of the project. During the City Commission
discussion at the June 11 meeting, the Commission expressed interest in formally pursuing a
green building certification under the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
program. The current Architectural agreement states that the LEED standards will be followed
as a guide in the design approach to the remodel.
Staff made a commitment to investigate the costs associated with a formal LEED designation for
the building. The attached information from the Architect outlines the requirements and costs
associated with this designation.
The general rule of thumb is that the added cost of formal LEED designation is 15% of the total
construction project cost. On a project of this size the estimated cost is just under $300,000.
Some of the key items that account for the expense are: The LEED application fee, LEED
coordination fees, energy modeling, and added charges from the Architect and Contractor for
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reporting, documentation, other consultant fees such as hiring a Building Commissioning Agent,
and site supervision and oversight.
RECOMMENDATION: The two options at this time are:
Option 1 - Direct staff to follow the current design and construction approach, which is to
design the project to incorporate green building components into the project using the
LEED silver level design standards as a guide with no formal certificate.
Option 2 Direct staff to modify the existing contract to formally pursue LEED
certification for the City Hall remodeling project and authorize a budget amendment to
increase the project costs by up to $300,000 to cover the certification costs.
FISCAL EFFECTS: Should the Commission direct staff to incorporate a formal LEED
designation for the City Hall remodeling project, additional money would need to be budgeted
for construction. The current construction plan includes a number of additive alternates, such as
the Commission Room addition and some mechanical equipment change -outs. A tight
construction budget would most likely rule out the acceptance of some alternates as a greater
amount of money is held aside for contingencies because of some of the "suprises" that are
typically discovered on remodeling projects.
ALTERNATIVES:
Respectfully submitted,
James Goehrung
Director of Facility Services
As suggested by the City Commission.
Chris A. Kukulski, City Manager
Attachments: Memo from Comma -Q Architecture, Inc.
Report compiled on September 26, 2007
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
LEER ® far Existing Buildings
What is LEED for Existing Buildings?
LEED for Existing Buildings is a tool for the ongoing operations and maintenance of existing
buildings. The rating system identifies and rewards current best practices and provides an
outline for building's to use less energy, water and natural resources; improve the indoor
environment; and uncover operating inefficiencies. It is one tool within a suite of LEED
assessment instruments developed by the USGBC to promote market transformation to
sustainable building and operating practices.
What are the benefits of LEED for Existing Buildings?
LEED helps building owners and managers solve building problems, improve building
performance, and maintain and improve this performance over time. LEED reduces cost
streams associated with building operations, reduces environmental impacts, creates healthier
and more productive employee workspaces, and provides public recognition for leadership in
sustainability. The majority of requirements for LEED for Existing Building certification are
operations and maintenance best practices. The process does not necessarily require any
major upgrades, instead it promotes using performance records, testing and analysis and
tracking resource use. LEED for Existing Buildings certification ensures your building is
meeting its potential.
How is LEED for Existing Buildings different than other LEED rating systems?
LEED for New Construction and Commercial Interiors focus largely on the construction and /or
major renovation phase of a building. When the project is complete and the building is in
operation, LEED for New Construction and Commercial Interiors have performed their intended
task. The intent of LEED for Existing Buildings is to certify the operation of the building and
create a plan for ensuring high performance over time. The rating system captures both a
building's physical systems (equipment, design, land use, etc.) but also the way the building is
occupied and operated by its managers (waste management, temperature monitoring,
commuting programs, etc.).
A key goal of LEED for Existing Buildings is to institutionalize a process of reporting, inspection
and review over the lifespan of the building. So when LEED is applied to new construction and
commercial interiors, the one time act of renovating, constructing or tenant fit -out is certified.
LEED for Existing Buildings certifies the completed and operated building as it functions on an
ongoing basis.
Who should use LEED for Existing Buildings?
LEED for Existing Buildings helps building owners and managers solve building problems, and
improve building life cycle performance. LEED is used by everyone from facility managers to
operations contractors. LEED applies to the spectrum of facilities ranging from those wanting to
identify efficiency improvement opportunities and put in place sustainable policies to those
facilities in need of significant system and operational improvements.
LEED for Existing Buildings requires three months of operational data for an initial certification,
any building construction must be complete for at least a three month span before LEED
certification can be pursued. Existing buildings undergoing substantial renovations are eligible
to become certified under LEED for Commercial Interiors, Existing Buildings (upon completion
of the renovation and three months of occupancyloperation) or New Construction, Comparing
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Frequently Asked Questions
the requirements of LEED for Existing Buildings to other LEED rating systems will help you
determine which rating system is better suited to your project type.
How do I know if LEED for Existing Buildings is right for my project?
USGBC encourages the project team to tally a potential point total using the rating system
checklists for all possibilities. The project is a viable candidate for LEED certification if it can
meet all prerequisites and achieve the minimum points required in a given rating system. If
more than one rating system applies, then it is up to the project team to decide which one to
pursue. If questions or concerns remain, please e-mail leedinfo(a_)usgbc.orq, or call 202 -828-
7422.
How was LEED for Existing Buildings developed?
The LEED for Existing Buildings Core Committee, a group of experts representing various
facets of the industry, developed a draft of the rating system (LEED for Existing Buildings Pilot
Program Rating System) with input from the LEED Steering Committee. Technical Advisory
groups, the Technical and Scientific Advisory Committee, and representatives from all major
sectors of the building industry also guided the development of LEED for existing buildings. The
rating system was piloted in 100 buildings to ensure its practicality as a tool for achieving
sustainability. Comments on the pilot rating system received from pilot participants and
members of the public guided revisions to the draft system, and the USGBC membership
approved a final, `balloted' version of LEED for Existing Buildings in October of 2004.
Helpful tips to get started.
I . Review the LEED rating system to assess credit potential
2. Set your target certification level: Certified, Silver, Gold, Platinum
3. Assess what equipment will need upgrades
4. Assign responsibility for credits and for writing green policies
5. Make a budget
6. Make a timeline to optimize work and process flow
7. Register project to take advantage of USGBC resources
Where can 1 get an updated copy of the LEED Rating System? It's available for download
by going to LEED for Existing Buildings Web page and then following the link to the Rating
System.
What is the process for LEED certification?
LEED Certification steps:
1. Register eligible building via www.usgbc.org
2. Identify and implement operational improvements and equipment upgrades necessary
to obtain certification
3. Prepare your application by documenting building performance data and operational
procedures
4. Submit certification application to the USGBC for review and provide any supplemental
information deemed necessary by the reviewers
5. Receive a final LEED certification review from the USGBC
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often does a project need to re- certify under LEED?
Re- certification of LEED is required at least once every five years, though buildings can re-
certify annually. Annual certification might be beneficial in cases where building operators want
yearly feedback on building performance for performance reviews and budgets, or in cases
where LEED certification scores are included in lease agreements as a metric for quality of
delivered space. Applications for re- certification only require documentation of changes in
policies and performance data that have occurred since initial certification.
Is there a minimum age for a building to participate in LEED for Existing Buildings?
LEED for Existing Buildings requires buildings to be at least two years old before certifying.
Buildings less than two years old can register projects and begin the performance period for
certification, but will not be certified until two years have elapsed.
Is training available for LEED?
The USGBC provides LEED for Existing Buildings training workshops. To view the dates and
locations of LEED workshops, visit the Workshop section of the USGBC website. This is a
searchable database, enabling you to find the workshop date, location and time that work for
you.
Where can 1 get answers to additional LEED questions? Send emails to:
leedinfoCc is_gbc.org or call 202- 828 -7422.
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Prereq 1
Erosion & Sedimentation Control
Required
Prereq 2
Age of Building
Required
Credit 1.1
Plan for Green Site & Building Exterior Management - 4 specific actions
1
Credit 1.2
Plan for Green Site & Building Exterior Management - 8 specific actions
1
Credit 2
High Development Density Building & Area
1
Credit 3.1
Alternative Transportation - Public Transportation Access
1
Credit 3,2
Alternative Transportation - Bicycle Storage & Changing Rooms
1
Credit 3.3
Alternative Transportation - Alternative Fuel Vehicles
1
Credit 3.4
Alternative Transportation - Car Pooling & Telecommuting
1
Credit 4.1
Reduced Site Disturbance - Protect or Restore Open Space (50% of site area)
1
Credit 4.2
Reduced Site Disturbance - Protect or Restore Open Space (75% of site area)
1
Credit 5.1
Stormwater Management - 25% Rate and Quantity Reduction
1
Credit 5.2
Stormwater Management - 50% Rate and Quantity Reduction
1
Credit 6.1
Heat Island Reduction - Non -Roof
1
Credit 6.2
Heat Island Reduction - Roof
1
Credit 7
Light Pollution Reduction
1
Yes ? No
Prereq 1
Minimum Water Efficiency
Required
Prereq 2
Discharge Water Compliance
Required
Credit 1.1
Water Efficient Landscaping - Reduce Potable Water Use by 50%
1
Credit 1.2
Water Efficient Landscaping - Reduce Potable Water Use by 95%
1
Credit 2
Innovative Wastewater Technologies
1
Credit 3.1
Water Use Reduction - 10% Reduction
1
Credit 3,2
Water Use Reduction - 20% Reduction
1
Yes ? No
Prereq 1
Existing Building Commissioning
Required
Prereq 2
Minimum Energy Performance - Energy Star 60
Required
Prereq 3
Ozone Protection
Required
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Credit 1
Op timize Energy Performance
1 to 10
Energy Star Rating - 63
1
Energy Star Rating - 67
2
Energy Star Rating - 71
3
Energy Star Rating - 75
4
Energy Star Rating - 79
5
Energy Star Rating - 83
6
Energy Star Rating - 87
7
Energy Star Rating - 91
8
Energy Star Rating - 95
9
Energy Star Rating - 99
10
Credit 2.1
Renewable Energy - On -site 3% / Off -site 15%
1
Credit 2.2
Renewable Energy - On -site 6% 1 Off-site 30%
1
Credit 2.3
Renewable Energy - On -site 9% / Off -site 45%
1
Credit 2.4
Renewable Energy - On -site 12% / Off -site 60%
1
Credit 3.1
Building Operation & Maintenance - Staff Education
1
Credit 3.2
Building Operation & Maintenance - Building Systems Maintenance
1
Credit 3.3
Building Operation & Maintenance - Building Systems Monitoring
1
Credit 4 Additional Ozone Protection
Credit 5.1 Performance Measurement - Enhanced Metering (4 specific actions)
Credit 5.2 Performance Measurement - Enhanced Metering (8 specific actions)
Credit 5.3 Performance Measurement - Enhanced Metering (12 specific actions)
Credit 5.4 Performance Measurement - Emission Reduction Reporting
Credit 5 Documenting Sustainable Building Cost Impacts
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Prereq 1.1
Source Reduction & Waste Management- Waste Stream Audit
Required
Prereq 1.2
Source Reduction & Waste Management - Storage & Collection
Required
Prereq 2
Toxic Material Source Reduction - Reduced Mercury in Light Bulbs
Required
Credit 1.1
Construction, Demolition & Renovation Waste Management - Divert 50%
1
Credit 1.2
Construction, Demolition & Renovation Waste Management - Divert 75%
1
Credit 2.1
Optimize Use of Alternative Materials - 10% of Total Purchases
1
Credit 2.2
Optimize Use of Alternative Materials - 20% of Total Purchases
1
Credit 2.3
Optimize Use of Alternative Materials - 30% of Total Purchases
1
Credit 2.4
Optimize Use of Alternative Materials - 40% of Total Purchases
1
Credit 2.5
Optimize Use of Alternative Materials - 50% of Total Purchases
1
Credit 3.1
Optimize Use of IAQ Compliant Products - 45% of Annual Purchases
1
Credit 3.2
Optimize Use of IAQ Compliant Products - 90% of Annual Purchases
1
Credit 4.1
Sustainable Cleaning Products & Materials - 30% of Annual Purchases
1
Credit 4.2
Sustainable Cleaning Products & Materials - 60% of Annual Purchases
1
Credit 4.3
Sustainable Cleaning Products & Materials - 90% of Annual Purchases
1
Credit 5.1
Occupant Recycling - Recycle 30% of the Total Waste Stream
1
Credit 5.2
Occupant Recycling - Recycle 40% of the Total Waste Stream
1
Credit 5.3
Occupant Recycling - Recycle 50% of the Total Waste Stream
1
Credit 6
Additional Toxic Material Source Reduction - Reduced Mercury in Light Bulbs
1
Yes ? No
Prereq 1
Outside Air Introduction & Exhaust Systems
Required
Prereq 2
Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control
Required
Prereq 3
Asbestos Removal or Encapsulation
Required
Prereq 4
PCB Removal
Required
Credit 1
Outside Air Delivery Monitoring
1
Credit 2
Increased Ventilation
1
Credit 3
Construction IAQ Management Plan
1
Credit 4.1
Documenting Productivity Impacts - Absenteeism & Healthcare Cost Impacts
1
Credit 4.2
Documenting Productivity Impacts - Other Productivity Impacts
1
Credit 5.1
Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control - Reduce Particulates in Air System
1
Credit 5.2
Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control - Isolation of High Volume CopylPrintlF€
1
Credit 6.1
Controllability of Systems - Lighting
1
Credit 6.2
Controllability of Systems - Temperature & Ventilation
1
Credit 7.1
Thermal Comfort - Compliance
1
Credit 7.2
Thermal Comfort - Permanent Monitoring System
1
Credit 8.1
Daylight & Views - Daylight for 50% of Spaces
1
Credit 8.2
Daylight & Views - Daylight for 75% of Spaces
1
Credit 8.3
Daylight & Views - Views for 45% of Spaces
1
Credit 8.4
Daylight & Views - Views for 90% of Spaces
1
Credit 9
Contemporary IAQ Practice
1
Credit 10.1
Green Cleaning - Entryway Systems
1
Credit 10.2
Green Cleaning - Isolation of Janitorial Closets
1
Credit 10.3
Green Cleaning - Low Environmental Impact Cleaning Policy
1
Credit 10.4
Green Cleaning - Low Environmental Impact Pest Management Policy
1
Credit 10.5
Green Cleaning - Low Environmental Impact Pest Management Policy
1
Credit 10.6
Green Cleaning - Low Environmental Impact Cleaning Equipment Policy
1
Yes ? No
Credit 1.1
Innovation in Upgrades, Operation & Maintenance
1
Credit 1.2
Innovation in Upgrades, Operation & Maintenance
1
Credit 1.3
Innovation in Upgrades, Operation & Maintenance
1
Credit 1.4
Innovation in Upgrades, Operation & Maintenance
1
Credit 2
LEEDTm Accredited Professional
1
Yes ? No
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0 Paints Documented
Points Available. 85
No SS Prerequisite 1
Erosion ik SedimentaLlon Control
Contractor
+ Attempted 4
No SS Prerequisite 2
Age of Building
[Project Team Administrator — Attempted D
F -1
SS Credit 1.1 -1.2
Plan for G_ re_en Site and BuildingFxter£gr Management
Attempted 2
LEED Ccnsuttant
F1 SS
Credit 2
High Poy0 w-ent.— Density l�ilding and Area
Project Team Administrator :� Attempted 1
S5 Credit 3.1
Alternative Transp4rtatlortrPW4ll.c- T.rAft5 tPZrtation
Attempted 1
Architect
F I
SS Credit 3.2
Af_ternaYyv+r. Tra.nsportatio s 8ic7rde $t9riitge Et_Cbanging Rpoms
+ �� Attempted 1
Architect
SS Credit 3.3
Atternative Transggrtatipn, Alternative_ Fuel Vehicles
* Attempted 1
owner
a SS Credit 3.0.
Alternative Transportation; Car Pogiingta Tel_eeommuting
y Attempted 1
owner
SS Credit 4.1 - 42
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Reduced Site Disturbance: Protect or Restore open Space
A ttempted 2
Architect
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SS Credit 4.1-4.2 Reduced Site Disturbance: Protect or Restore Open Space lArch,tect + Attempted 2
I SS Credit 5.1 -5.2 Stormwater Management: Rate and Quantity Reduction -- Credit Not Attempted -- 2
SS Credit 61 Heat Island Reduction, Non -Roof Surfaces -- Credit Not Attempted-- - i
SS Credit 6.2 Heat Island Reduction, Roof Surfaces Owner q Attempted 1
SS Credit 7 Ligltt Pollution Reduction LEER Consultant Attempted 1
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Credit 5.1-5.3 Performpnco Mcasurement - Enhanced Metering.
HVAC Engineer
,� Attempted 3
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No WE
Prerequisite 1
Minimum Witter EfficienCy
HVAC Engineer 'd
Credit S _RQCUmenting Sustaina4le Build in.gCost.Im_gac_t =.
Attempted 0
No WE
Prerequisite 2
Discharge Water Compliance
Project Team Administrator Mj
Attempted 0
WE
Credit 1.1 -1,2
Water Ef icient..L-andscapin8
Project Team Administrator
No MR
Attempted 2
WE
Credit 2
Innovative Wastewater Technologies
-- Credit Not Attempted--
1
WE
Credit 3.1 -3.2
Water Use Reduction
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 2
Prerequisite 2 Toxic Materlel Source Rod irtlon, Reduced Mercury In Light_ Bulbs
�+ � Attempted 0
Owner
1� MR
No EA
Prerequisite 1
Existing Building Commissioning
Commissioning Agent +"
Attempted 0
No EA
Prerequisite 2
Minimum Energy Performance
HVAC Engineer�
Attempted 0
No EA
Prerequisite 3
Ozone. Protection
HVAC Engineer .
Attempted 0
EA
Credit 1.1-1.10
Optimize Energy Performance
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 10
EA
Credit 2.1 -2.4
Qnsite and Offsite itenlyable. Energy
Owner W
0
Attempted 4
EA
Credit 3.1
Building pperatii2n & Maintenanw. Stall €dvQation
owner �
�
Attempted 1
EA
Credit 3.2
Building Operatio_ n& Maintenance. Building5yste.msMain #enP:tce
Owner
Attempted 1
EA
Credit 3.3
B-11llding..Llperation & Malntenrn Building. Systems Monitoring
HVAC Engineer *'
Attempted 1
EA
Credit 4
Additional Ozone Protection
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 1
Lj EA
Credit 5.1-5.3 Performpnco Mcasurement - Enhanced Metering.
HVAC Engineer
,� Attempted 3
❑ EA
Credit 5.4 Performance Measurement - Emission Reduction Reporting
-- Credit Not Attempted--
1
EA
Credit S _RQCUmenting Sustaina4le Build in.gCost.Im_gac_t =.
Attempted 1
LEED Consultant
0
"e r_,r
No MR
Prerequisite 1.1 Source Redugtion anti Waste Management- Waste Stream Audit
.owner
E Attempted 0
No MR
Prerequisite 1.2 Source Reduction in d Waste Management Storage k Collection.
T Attempted 0
. Architect
of. Rmciab ies
No MR
Prerequisite 2 Toxic Materlel Source Rod irtlon, Reduced Mercury In Light_ Bulbs
�+ � Attempted 0
Owner
1� MR
Credit 1,1.1.2 COnstry5tign, 9err ition and Renoylition Waste Management
I Contractor
T Attempted 2
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H MR Credit 1.1 -1 -2 Construction D@molition and Renovation Waste Management lCantractor Attempted 2
11 MR Credit 2.1-2.5 QptlmiXg V.Se of Alternativy_Materials * I Architect . Attempted 5
MR Credit 3.1 -3.2 Optimig.e Use.o_f;AO.C4mlJlant Prgducts Owner + Attempted 2
MR Credit 4.1.4.3 SysUina. hleC .lganingProductsandMaterials jawner Y Attempted 3
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MR
Credit 5.1 -5.3
Qcgupant Regygling
lowner
'
Attempted 3
MR
Credit 6
Additlonal Toxic Material Source: Reduction, Reduced Mercury In
Light liuly6
Owner
► Q
Attempted 1
No EQ
Prerequisite 1
Outside Air and €xhalist
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 0
No EQ
Prerequisite 2
Environmentai Tobaceo Smok& (ETS]Control
Owner
Attempted 0
No EQ
Prerequisite 3
Ashest4s Removal or Engapsulation
Owner
Attempted 6
No EQ
Prerequisite 4
PCE Removal
Owner
Attempted 0
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I I EQ
IL
Credit 1
Outdoor Air Delivpry Monitoring
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 2
Increased Ventilation
-- Credit Not Attempted-•
:�
i
EQ
Credit 3
Construction TAQ Management Plan
Contractor
s
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 4.1
Documenting Productivity Impacts, Absenteeism and Heplth4are
C Impacts
Owner
Attempted 1
�EQ
Credit 4,2
Documenting -productivityimp Q%Qthgr_Impa
Owner
Attempted 1
.� EQ
Credit 5.i
InAl osr_Chemisal�nd Pollutant Sourr& Control. Non -Cleam ing —
Reduce. Part la
gu _te_s in Air Distribution
Owner
D
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Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 5.2
1ndg4r Ghetltical and Q4llutant Source Control, Non - Cleaning —
High Volume. Copying
Owner
Y a
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 6.1
Controllability _of System r LIighting
Electrical Engineer
+ 'Q
Attempted 1
E EQ
Credit 6.2
Controllahility of Systems, Temperature. and Ventilation
HVAC Engineer
w
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 7.1
Thermal Comfort, Compliance
HVAC Engineer
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 7.2
Therm?] Comfort,. Permanent MpniLaaring System,
HVAC Engineer
r.
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 8.1 -8.2
Daylighting & Views: I)aYHghting
Architect
Attempted 2
EQ
Credit 8.3.8.4
DaYElghting & Views: Views
Architect
-
Attempted 2
E EQ
Credit 9
Contompoin_ry TAQ Praqtice
LEED Consultant
Attempted I
EQ
Credit 10.1
Green Clopning, kntty.WAY Systems
LEED Consultant
„�
Attempted 1
EQ
Credit 10.2
Green Cleaning,, Isolation of ,Ianatorial Closets
Owner �+
Attempted i
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ER Credit 10.3
Green Cleaning, LOW Environmental impact Cleaning, Policy
Attempted
1
Owner
Credit 10.4-
' ER 10.5
Green Cleaning, Low Environmental Impact Pest Management
Policy
Attempted
2
Owner
ER Credit 10.6
Green Cleaning. t,ow Enyiftinntental Impact Cleaning €Ripment
Policy
Attempted
1
Owner r
IUOM Credit 1.1
Innovation in Upgrade% Operations & Maintenance
°'
Attempted
1
LEED Consultant
]UOM Credit 1.2
Innovation in Upgrade$, Operations & Maintenance
Attempted
1
LEED Consultant �
IUOM Credit 1.3
Innovation In Upgrades, Operations & Maintenance
1
-- Credit Net Attempted --
❑ IUOM Credit 1.4
Innovation in Upgrades, Operations & Maintenance
-- Credit Net Attempted -- I
1
IUOM Credit 2
LEED- Accredited ProfessignaE
Attempted
1
Project Team Administrator
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