LEED Certification review report - VESTA · 2019-06-14 · CREDIT DETAILS Project Information Forms PIf1: Minimum Program Requirements Approved 07/30/2014 10/17/2013 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

Project ID 1000023950

Rating system & version LEED-CS v2009

Project registration date 04/17/2012

LEED FOR CORE & SHELL DEVELOPMENT (V2009)ATTEMPTED: 58, DENIED: 2, PENDING: 0, AWARDED: 57 OF 110 POINTS

SUSTAINABLE SITES 17 OF 28SSp1 Construction Activity Pollution Prevention YSSc1 Site Selection 1 / 1SSc2 Development Density and Community Connectivity 0 / 5SSc3 Brownfield Redevelopment 0 / 1SSc4.1Alternative Transportation-Public Transportation Access 6 / 6SSc4.2Alternative Transportation-Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms 2 / 2SSc4.3Alternative Transportation-Low-Emitting and Fuel-Effic ient Vehic les 3 / 3SSc4.4Alternative Transportation-Parking Capacity 2 / 2SSc5.1Site Development-Protect or Restore Habitat 0 / 1SSc5.2Site Development-Maximize Open Space 0 / 1SSc6.1Stormwater Design-Quantity Control 0 / 1SSc6.2Stormwater Design-Quality Control 0 / 1SSc7.1Heat Island Effect, Non-Roof 0 / 1SSc7.2Heat Island Effect-Roof 1 / 1SSc8 Light Pollution Reduction 1 / 1SSc9 Tenant Design and Construction Guidelines 1 / 1

WATER EFFICIENCY 8 OF 10WEp1 Water Use Reduction-20% Reduction YWEc1 Water Effic ient Landscaping 2 / 4WEc2 Innovative Wastewater Technologies 2 / 2WEc3 Water Use Reduction 4 / 4

ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE 12 OF 37EAp1 Fundamental Commissioning of the Building Energy Systems YEAp2 Minimum Energy Performance YEAp3 Fundamental Refrigerant Mgmt YEAc1 Optimize Energy Performance 7 / 21EAc2 On-Site Renewable Energy 0 / 4EAc3 Enhanced Commissioning 2 / 2EAc4 Enhanced Refrigerant Mgmt 2 / 2EAc5.1Measurement and Verification-Base Building 1 / 3EAc5.2Measurement and Verification-Tenant Submetering 0 / 3EAc6 Green Power 0 / 2

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES 6 OF 13MRp1 Storage and Collection of Recyclables YMRc1 Building Reuse-Maintain Existing Walls, Floors and Roof 0 / 5MRc2 Construction Waste Mgmt 2 / 2

MATERIALS AND RESOURCES CONTINUEDMRc3 Materials Reuse, 5% 0 / 1MRc4 Recycled Content 2 / 2MRc5 Regional Materials 2 / 2MRc6 Certified Wood 0 / 1

INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY 4 OF 12IEQp1 Minimum IAQ Performance YIEQp2 Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control YIEQc1 Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring 0 / 1IEQc2 Increased Ventilation 0 / 1IEQc3 Construction IAQ Mgmt Plan-During Construction 0 / 1IEQc4.1Low-Emitting Materials-Adhesives and Sealants 1 / 1IEQc4.2Low-Emitting Materials-Paints and Coatings 1 / 1IEQc4.3Low-Emitting Materials-Flooring Systems 0 / 1IEQc4.4Low-Emitting Materials-Composite Wood and Agrifiber Products 1 / 1IEQc5 Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control 0 / 1IEQc6 Controllabil i ty of Systems-Thermal Comfort 0 / 1IEQc7 Thermal Comfort-Design 0 / 1IEQc8.1Daylight and Views-Daylight 1 / 1IEQc8.2Daylight and Views-Views 0 / 1

INNOVATION IN DESIGN 6 OF 6IDc1.1 Innovation in Design 1 / 1IDc1.1 Innovation in Design 0 / 1IDc1.2 Innovation in Design 0 / 1IDc1.2 Innovation in Design 1 / 1IDc1.3 Innovation in Design 1 / 1IDc1.3 Innovation in Design 0 / 1IDc1.4 Innovation in Design 1 / 1IDc1.4 Innovation in Design 0 / 1IDc1.5 Innovation in Design 0 / 1IDc1.5 Innovation in Design 1 / 1IDc2 LEED® Accredited Professional 1 / 1

REGIONAL PRIORITY CREDITS 4 OF 4WEc1 Water Effic ient Landscaping 1 / 1WEc2 Innovative Wastewater Technologies 1 / 1WEc3 Water Use Reduction 0 / 1EAc1 Optimize Energy Performance 1 / 1EAc3 Enhanced Commissioning 1 / 1EAc5.2Measurement and Verification-Tenant Submetering 0 / 1

TOTAL 57 OF 110

LEED Certification Review ReportThis report contains the results of the technical review of an application for LEED® certification submitted for the specified project. LEEDcertification is an official recognition that a project complies with the requirements prescribed within the LEED rating systems as createdand maintained by the U.S. Green Building Council® (USGBC®). The LEED certifcation program is administered by the Green BuildingCertification Institute (GBCI®).

BRP Queretaro

Certified (Silver) CERTIFIED: 40-49, SILVER: 50-59, GOLD: 60-79,

PLATINUM: 80+

CREDIT DETAILS

Project Information Forms

PIf1: Minimum Program Requirements Approved

07/30/2014

10/17/2013

DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION FINAL REVIEW

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DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PRELIMINARY REVIEW

The LEED Project Information Form has been submitted stating that the project complies with all Minimum Program Requirements.The project Owner has signed the form as required. The project will comply with MPR 6: Must Commit to Sharing Whole-BuildingEnergy and Water Usage Data, via Option 1. The ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager title is the same as the LEED-CS project name asrequired. The project is located in Santa Rosa Jauregui, Mexico.

PIf2: Project Summary Details Approved

08/11/2014

10/17/2013


The additional documentation demonstrates compliance.


The LEED Project Information Form has been submitted including the following project summary details. There is one building in thisLEED application with a total gross square footage of 406,542 in the suburban context. The building is 100% new construction. The totalsite area within the LEED project boundary is 2,189,463 square feet, and the building area to site area ratio is 18.57%. It is located on acampus. There are 160 parking spaces available to the occupants, one floor above grade and zero floors below grade (excludingparking levels). The site was previously developed. It uses energy from electricity, water from a municipal potable water system, andsewage is conveyed to an industrial park water treatment system. The total project budget is $14,700,000.

However, the total area presented here (406,542 square feet) is inconsistent with the total area of 467,278 square feet as reportedwithin EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance and 287,048 square feet reported within IEQp1: Minimum Air Quality Performance. Allsquare footage values must be reported consistently across all LEED credit submittals.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Revise the form as necessary to ensure that the total gross square footage is consistent across all credit and prerequisite submittals.

Please note that although the information provided here indicates the project has only one story, the information provided with PIf4:Schedule and Overview Documents indicates a small second-story component in the project. Additionally, there appears to be a slightdiscrepancy between the parking reported on the form and the parking illustrated in the plans. These discrepancies do not affectcompliance; however, for future projects please ensure that information is accurately and consistently reported throughout creditsubmittals.

PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data Approved

08/11/2014

10/17/2013


The additional documentation continues to demonstrate compliance.


The LEED Project Information Form has been submitted including the following occupant and usage data. The occupant is a profitorganization and an occupant type that consists primarily of industrial manufacturing spaces. The occupancy has been calculatedusing the LEED default occupancy counts. The average users value is 376, the peak users value is 376, the FTE value is 376, and thebuilding is occupied 306 days per year. The building is intended to be owner-occupied after project completion.

PIf4: Schedule and Overview Documents Approved

08/11/2014

09/30/2013




The LEED Project Information Form has been submitted including the design and construction schedule, and the estimated date ofsubstantial construction completion is noted as January 15, 2013. The following required documents have been uploaded: exteriorbuilding photographs and renderings, interior photographs and renderings, floor plans, a site plan, and mechanical schedules.Additionally, the project narrative has been provided.

PIf5: Building System Control Approved

08/11/2014

09/30/2013




The LEED Project Information Form has been submitted describing which systems the building developer has control over and whichsystems the tenant will control. Additionally, the building systems narrative has been provided.

Sustainable Sites

SSp1: Construction Activity PollutionPrevention

Awarded

10/03/2013 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PRELIMINARY REVIEW

The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that the project has implemented an erosion and sedimentation control (ESC)plan which conforms to the 2003 EPA Construction General Permit (CGP). The requirements of the CGP are more stringent than localerosion and sedimentation control standards and codes. The ESC plan addresses the necessary requirements to prevent soil loss,sedimentation, and pollution of the air as required. The periodic inspection logs have been provided to confirm that the ESC plan wasimplemented appropriately. The periodic inspection logs confirm that at least three inspections occurred at intervals spaced evenlythroughout the site work period and includes sample dates, inspection frequency, and descriptions of any corrective actions taken. TheESC Plan has also been provided.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1ATTEMPTED: 1, DENIED: 0, PENDING: 0, AWARDED: 1

SSc1: Site Selection Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project site does not meet any of the prohibited criteria.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 5

SSc2: Development Density and CommunityConnectivity

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1SSc3: Brownfield Redevelopment Not Attempted


SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation-PublicTransportation Access

Awarded: 6

08/11/2014

10/03/2013


The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance.


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project complies with Option 2 and is served by an internal shuttle andmultiple external shuttles that provide direct access to various nearby urban locations. The shuttle service is available to all projectoccupants. Shuttle route maps and scaled drawings showing the location of the transit stops have been provided. The documentationconfirms that the building occupants access the shuttle from the main entrance of the project. Additionally, a campus map and shuttleschedule and contract information have been provided.

However, three issues are pending:

1. It is unclear whether this shuttle service operates sufficiently to serve the commuting needs of project occupants by operating duringthe most frequent commuting hours.

2. It is not clear that the shuttles connect the project to external bus lines within two miles of the project site, approximately a five to tenminute drive.

3. It is not clear which of the several shuttles listed have stops within walking distance of the project building.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

1. Please provide revised documentation ensuring that private shuttle service operates frequently enough to effectively serve occupantsduring regular commuting hours.

2. Clarify whether the private shuttle connects project occupants to transport options within two miles of the project site, approximately afive to ten minute drive, per Addenda 100001163. Note that per the LEED Reference Guide for Building Design and Construction, 2009Edition, shuttles must connect to public transportation and operate during the most frequent commuting hours to serve the needs ofproject occupants.

3. Provide a narrative and revised project drawings clearing indicating which shuttles are available within walking distance of the projectsite.


SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation-BicycleStorage and Changing Rooms

Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project includes commercial / institutional spaces and that 18 bicycle storagefacilities and four shower facilities have been provided. Plans have been provided showing the location of the bicycle storage andshower facilities.


SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation-Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles

Awarded: 3


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project complies with Option 1 and provides ten preferred parking spaces forlow-emitting and fuel-efficient vehicles for 6.25% of total parking capacity. Preferred parking for low-emitting and fuel-efficient vehiclesmust be provided for at least 5% of the total parking capacity. A site plan (highlighting the total parking capacity and the preferred parkingspaces) and signage documentation (indicating the reserved status of these spaces) have been provided.

Please note that there appears to be a slight discrepancy between the parking reported on the form and the parking illustrated in theplans. Credit compliance is not affected. For future projects, ensure that information is consistently reported between the drawings andthe data provided on the form.


SSc4.4: Alternative Transportation-ParkingCapacity

Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the LEED-CS project is non-residential and applies Case 1 - Option 1. Thenumber of parking spaces provided to the base building does not exceed the minimum number required by local zoning regulations.

Please note that there appears to be a slight discrepancy between the parking reported on the form and the parking illustrated in theplans. Credit compliance is not affected. For future projects, ensure that information is consistently reported between the drawings andthe data provided on the form.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

SSc5.1: Site Development-Protect or RestoreHabitat

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

SSc5.2: Site Development-Maximize OpenSpace

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1SSc6.1: Stormwater Design-Quantity Control Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1SSc6.2: Stormwater Design-Quality Control Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1SSc7.1: Heat Island Effect, Non-Roof Not Attempted


SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect-Roof Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that 92.99% of the base building roof surface has a Solar Reflectance Index meetingthe credit requirements, therefore the project complies with Option 1. A minimum of 75% of the roof area must be SRI-compliant toachieve this credit via Option 1. The table listing the compliant SRI roofing materials, a roof plan, and manufacturer documentation forthe installed roofing materials have been provided.

Please note that the documentation provided for the White Sheet KR-18 does not match the Reflectance and Emittance values provided

on the form. However, as the documentation indicates a roofing product with a higher SRI value than that claimed on the form, creditcompliance is not affected.


SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction Awarded: 1

08/07/2014

10/17/2013




The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the base building complies with Option 1 and that all nonemergency interiorluminaires with a direct line of sight to any openings in the building envelope have had their input power reduced by at least 50%between 11pm and 5am via automatic devices. Additionally, there are exterior lighting devices within the LEED-CS Project Boundary. Thesite is classified as LZ2: Low. The exterior lighting power density tables have been completed. The total actual exterior lighting power isless than or equal to total allowable for tradable surfaces and the actual LPD for nontradable surfaces is less than or equal to theallowable for each nontradable surface. The documentation confirms that the total base site allowance (for tradable and nontradablesurfaces) used is less than or equal to the allowance available for LZ2. The site lumen calculation table has been completed and thepercentage of site fixture lumens above 90 degrees from the nadir is less than or equal to the percentage allowed by the lighting zone.Drawings showing the locations of the automatic controls, documentation detailing the sequence of operations of the interior lighting,and an exterior site photometric plan have been provided. The exterior photometric site plans indicate the LEED project boundary andpoint-by-point foot candle levels at ten feet beyond the boundary.

However, four issues are pending:

1. The exterior lighting schedule shown on sheet E101 indicates that KVF2 1000M R3FL TB SP12 LPI, KVF2 1000M ASYFL TB SP09 LPIEHS, and NPB2 875PM 27 44N R L were installed although these fixtures have not been included in Table SSc8-4 Site LumenCalculation.

2. It appears that three different versions of the photometric site plans have been provided (one from March 12, 2013 and two from May3, 2013). It is unclear which reflects the planned exterior lighting design. Additionally, the two photometric site plans dated May 3, 2013appear to have inconsistent light level measurements at points along the northern, southern, eastern, and western sides of the site.Both the SSc8-4.1.pdf and SSc8-4.2.pdf photometric site plans indicate that the horizontal and vertical light trespass limit at the LEED-CS Project Boundary (0.10 fc) has been exceeded along all sides of the site.

3. The light trespass limits for LZ2 are specified to the hundredth decimal place, but the provided exterior photometric site plan onlyindicates the light level measurements to the tenth decimal place.

4. EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance has been denied pending clarifications. The exterior lighting power reported here, specificallythe main entry lighting, is inconsistent with that reported within EAp2.

TECHNICAL ADIVCE:

1. Please confirm that all exterior lighting fixtures have been included in the form calculations.

2. Confirm the light level measurements and revise the exterior photometric site plan as necessary to confirm compliance with thehorizontal and vertical illuminance requirements for LZ2.

3. Ensure the revised exterior photometric site plan indicates the light level measurements to the hundredth decimal place (two decimalplaces).

4. See the comments within EAp2. Revise the form as necessary to ensure consistency in the Exterior Lighting Power Tables with EAp2.


SSc9: Tenant Design and ConstructionGuidelines

Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the Tenant Design and Construction Guidelines have been created. A copy of theTenant Design and Construction Guidelines has been provided. The guidelines include information on sustainable design measuresemployed in the Core & Shell building and tips for tenants to employ green design measures.

Water Efficiency

WEp1: Water Use Reduction-20% Reduction Awarded

08/25/2014

10/18/2013


The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance for potable water use reduction of 48.96%.


The LEED Prerequisite Form and water use calculations have been provided stating that the potable water usage in the project hasbeen reduced by 77.77% from a calculated baseline design. A minimum reduction of 20% is required. An alternative compliance pathnarrative has been included on the form stating that the project utilizes an industrial park water treatment plan for all flush fixtures. Aplumbing fixture schedule has been provided. Additionally, information on the non-potable water system, fixture cut sheets, calculations,and plumbing drawings have been provided.

However, five issues are pending:

1. The form indicates a value of zero for all project flush fixtures. The fixture schedule indicates that project water closets have a flushrate of one gallon per flush (GPF) and the project urinals have a flush rate of 0.125 GPF. It is understood that these values were enteredas zero to reflect the non-potable water usage by the project; however baseline water efficiency calculations must be provided.Additionally, see review comment number 5.

2. The plumbing drawings indicate that the project includes several unisex restrooms that do not contain urinals. The calculations inthe form automatically assume that 100% of male occupants will use restrooms that contain urinals. If a percentage of male occupantswill not have access to or will not be expected to use restrooms with urinals, the default Total Daily Uses for water closets and urinalswill need to be adjusted in the form accordingly.

3. The manufacturer documentation indicates that the project lavatories are autocontrol faucets but the flow rates have not beenconverted from gallons per minute (GPM) to gallons per cycle (GPC), and the fixture type has not been listed as Metering in Table WEp1-4 Flow Fixture Data. When autocontrol lavatory faucets are used, flow rates may be converted from GPM to GPC based on duration andthe metering baseline fixture type should be selected as outlined in USGBC`s Water Use Reduction Additional Guidance. Note thatautocontrol faucets have a default 12-second design case duration when converting to GPC per Table 2 within the WEp1 section of theLEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 2009 Edition.

4. The documentation within PIf5: Building Systems Control indicates that kitchen sinks are in the tenant scope of work although thesefixtures have not been included in the calculations. According to the CS Appendix 4 in the Green Building Design and ConstructionReference Guide, 2009 edition, the calculations for WEp1 must include data for the entire project building (including the tenant-occupied spaces) and the tenant anticipated work should be treated as neutral if not claiming any credit for the tenant fixtureperformance. Therefore, the fixture uses of the fixtures anticipated to be installed in the tenant scope of work must be included in thecalculations with the same flow/flush rate values for baseline and proposed cases. If claiming credit for performance of those fixtures,then a copy of the Tenant Sales and/or Lease Agreement must be provided.

5. The calculation includes industrial park treated water as a source of potable water use reduction for flush fixtures. LEED Interpretation10212 confirms that the focus of the prerequisite is water efficiency of the installed fixtures (regardless of the water source), and onlyon-site water reuse is available as an alternative compliance path. The use of municipally supplied (or industrial park supplied) non-potable water is not compliant per LEED Interpretation 1551 (published on 10/10/2006).

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

1. Please revise the form calculations with the correct flush fixture rates included.

2. Provide a narrative and/or supporting daily use calculations to explain the anticipated urinal usage. Revise the form as necessary toensure that the Total Daily Uses column for the water closets and urinals have been modified appropriately.

3. Update the form as applicable to ensure that the autocontrol lavatory faucets are converted from GPM to GPC and listed in the form asMetering in Table WEp1-4 Flow Fixture Data. Ensure that the design case calculations use the default 12-second duration whenconverting to GPC. Note that the duration column is not applicable in this case and therefore should not be modified. Refer to the LEEDReference Guide for Green Building and Construction, 2009 Edition and the Water Use Reduction Additional Guidance found on theUSGBC website for additional information regarding how to document this prerequisite.

4. Please revise the prerequisite form to include fixture uses of any fixtures that are anticipated as part of the tenant scope of worktreating the fixture performance as neutral between the baseline and proposed cases. Alternatively, if credit is claimed for the tenantanticipated fixtures, then please provide a copy of the Tenant Sales and/or Lease Agreement.

5. The project must earn all prerequisites prior to LEED Certification. As applicable, please provide documentation, as outlined in theLEED Reference Guide for Green Building and Construction, 2009 Edition (Updated June 2010), and the Credit Form demonstratingprerequisite compliance.

Refer to the LEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 2009 Edition, (Updated June 2010), and the WaterUse Reduction Additional Guidance found on the USGBC website for additional information regarding how to document thisprerequisite.

Awarded: 2


WEc1: Water Efficient Landscaping Awarded: 2

08/25/2014

10/03/2013


The additional documentation demonstrates that the landscaping and irrigation systems have been designed to reduce potable waterconsumption for irrigation by 100%. Compliance for two points is demonstrated.

Note for future submittals, a 100% reduction in potable water and a 50% reduction in total water is required for four points.


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the landscaping does not utilize permanent irrigation. The project team Architecthas signed the form as required. A special circumstances narrative has been included on the form noting that an irrigation system isinstalled, but that it uses only non-potable water from the industrial park water treatment facility. Irrigation drawings, landscape plans,and information on the non-potable water sources have been provided.

However, projects that utilize non-potable water must demonstrate a 50% minimum reduction in total water use.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please provide calculations that demonstrate a 50% baseline reduction in total water usage in addition to the 100% use of non-potablewater. As the project contains irrigation, it must utilize "The landscaping and irrigation systems have been designed to reduce irrigationwater consumption from a calculated baseline case." radio button in the form.


WEc2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies Awarded: 2

08/11/2014

10/17/2013


The LEED Form states that the project treats 100% of the wastewater on-site to tertiary standards and the treated water is infiltrated orused on-site via Option 2.

However, Option 1 is the appropriate option for this project since the wastewater is treated by the industrial campus not by the LEED-CSproject. The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance for Option 1.


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project has reduced potable water for sewage conveyance by 100% viaOption 1. A minimum reduction of 50% is required. The reduction has been achieved by the use of non-potable water sources.Documentation has been provided to confirm the availability of the quantity of non-potable water claimed.

However, WEp1: Water Use Reduction has been denied pending clarifications.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please see the comments within WEp1 and resubmit this credit.

Note that non-potable water that is supplied from the industrial park can be applied to this credit.

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The LEED Credit Form indicates that the project is pursuing the Exemplary Performance option for this credit and that the projectreserves one point within the Innovation and Design category for this strategy.


WEc3: Water Use Reduction Awarded: 4

08/11/2014

10/03/2013


The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance for 48.96% for four points.


The LEED Credit Form and water use calculations have been provided stating that the potable water usage in the project has beenreduced by 78% from the calculated baseline design fixture performance. A minimum reduction of 30% is required.

However, WEp1: Water Use Reduction has been denied pending clarifications.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please see the comments within WEp1 and resubmit this credit.

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The LEED Credit Form indicates that the project is pursuing the Exemplary Performance option for this credit and that the projectreserves one point within the Innovation and Design category for this strategy.

Energy and Atmosphere

EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning of theBuilding Energy Systems

Awarded


The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that the fundamental commissioning report for the project energy-relatedsystems has been completed. The required commissioning authority experience of the project team Commissioning Agent has beenprovided, and the documentation confirms that the Owner Project requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD) are consistent withthe final construction documentation and completed project. The form has been signed. The executive summary of the commissioningreport, which includes a list of the systems commissioned, a summary of issues corrected, and a list of any majoroutstanding/unresolved issues, has been provided.

EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance Awarded

08/07/2014

10/18/2013


The LEED Form has been revised to address the issues outlined in the Preliminary Review and states that the project has achieved anenergy cost savings of 20.88%. The total predicted annual energy consumption for the project is 4,637,711 kWh/year of electricity.


The LEED Prerequisite Form and supporting documentation have been provided stating that the project is new construction andtherefore complies with Option 1. The form is stating that the project has achieved an energy cost savings of 19.96% using the ASHRAE90.1-2007 Appendix G methodology. A minimum energy cost savings of 10% is required for all new construction projects. Additionally,the form indicates that The Core and Shell project scope includes the performance improvements for the entire project building,including tenant-occupied spaces. Energy efficiency measures incorporated into the building design include an improved thermalenvelope, high efficiency glazing, reduced interior lighting power density, and high efficiency water source heat pumps.

However, the following four review comments requiring a project response must be addressed for the Final Review. Please upload asummary document that includes a narrative response to each Preliminary Review comment and a narrative describing any additionalchanges made to the energy models between the Preliminary and Final Review phases.

Please note that a new Section 1.4 input file has been developed and is available to project teams(http://www.usgbc.org/resources/eap2-section-14-tables-new-all-bdampc-projects-regardless-registration-date). This new input file willbe required to be used for all projects registered after September 30, 2013. Project teams are encouraged to begin using this file beforethe required date.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

REVIEW COMMENTS REQUIRING A PROJECT RESPONSE:

1. The simulation report indicates the total building area modeled is 478,105 square feet, which is inconsistent with that reported inPIf2: Project Summary Details (406,542.54 square feet). Note that the total building area must be reported consistently across allsubmittals. Revise the energy models and update Section 1.1A as necessary to ensure consistency.

2. The interior lighting energy savings claimed could not be substantiated based on the information provided in the Supplemental 1.4Tables or the lighting power calculations. The calculations indicate 1.4 Watts per square foot has been modeled for each space in theBaseline and Proposed Case. It appears the Baseline lighting power density is being modeled using the building area method,however this cannot be confirmed. Additionally, the Proposed Case lighting power could not be confirmed. Furthermore, the Baselinemodel lighting equivalent full load hours (determined by dividing the total annual lighting consumption by the total lighting power) is3,252 hours/year, which is unexpected high compare to the proposed case (1,946 hours/year). Please update the Supplemental 1.4Tables with the lighting power densities modeled for the Baseline and Proposed Cases. Ensure that the Proposed Case lighting powerdensity is modeled per the actual design. Additionally, ensure that the same method (building area method or space by space method)and identical schedules are used in both cases. The lighting models should reflect all mandatory controls from Section 9 and reflectthe anticipated schedule of operation for the building.

3. Considering the large variance in space types (such as laboratories and gymnasiums) it appears Secondary HVAC systems must bespecified for the Baseline systems per the exception(s) from Section G3.1.1 of the standard. Please revise Table 1.4 and the Baselinecase model to include secondary HVAC systems for spaces where applicable per the exception(s) from G3.1.1.

4. The Supplemental 1.4 Tables do not appear to be completed as required. For example, the proposed chiller and cooling towerinformation (such as capacity, flow rates, pumping power, and cooling tower fan power) was not provided. Please revise theSupplemental 1.4 Tables with the modeled input parameters as required. Additionally, provide input files to demonstrate that theProposed Case System parameters are modeled per the actual design.

EAp3: Fundamental Refrigerant Management Awarded


The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that there are no CFC-based refrigerants in the HVAC systems which serve theLEED-CS project.


EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance Awarded: 7

08/07/2014

09/26/2013


Additional documentation has been provided for EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance claiming an energy cost savings of 20.88%.


The LEED Credit Form and supporting documentation have been provided stating that the project is new construction and hasachieved an energy cost savings of 19.96% using the ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Appendix G methodology. A minimum energy cost savings of12% is required for all new construction projects.

However, EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance is denied pending clarifications.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please see the comments within EAp2 and resubmit this credit.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 4EAc2: On-Site Renewable Energy Not Attempted


EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning Awarded: 2

08/07/2014

10/02/2013




The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that enhanced commissioning has been implemented. The form has been signed.The form includes the completion dates for the comprehensive commissioning review tasks. The systems manual covering thecommissioned systems and future operating information and the contract between the Owner and the Commissioning Agent ensuringpost-construction commissioning activities have been provided.

However, the provided systems manual does not include all of the required elements noted within the LEED Reference Guide for GreenBuilding Design and Construction, 2009 Edition (Updated June 2010).

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please update the systems manual to include the following required elements:

1. Final version of the basis of design.

2. System single-line diagrams.

3. As-built sequences of operations, control drawings, and original setpoints.

4. Recommended schedule for retesting of commissioned systems with blank test forms from the original commissioning plan.

5. Recommended schedule for calibrating sensors and actuators.


EAc4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project selected refrigerants and HVACR systems that minimize or eliminatethe emission of compounds that contribute to ozone depletion and global climate change. Additionally, all fire suppression systems inthe LEED-CS project do not use ozone-depleting substances including CFCs, HCFCs, or halons. The refrigerant impact calculationindicates that the total refrigerant impact of the LEED-CS project is 93 per ton, which is less than the maximum allowable value of 100.

EAc5.1: Measurement and Verification-BaseBuilding

Awarded: 1


Building


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project complies with Option 3 and has committed to sharing whole-buildingenergy and water data through ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager. The documentation within PIf1: Minimum Program Requirementsconfirms credit compliance.

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The LEED Credit Form indicates that the project is pursuing the Exemplary Performance option for this credit and that the projectreserves one point within the Innovation and Design Credit category for this strategy.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 3

EAc5.2: Measurement and Verification-TenantSubmetering

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 2EAc6: Green Power Not Attempted

Materials and Resources

MRp1: Storage and Collection of Recyclables Awarded


The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that the project has provided appropriately sized dedicated areas for thecollection and storage of materials for recycling, including cardboard, paper, plastic, glass, and metals. The narrative has been provideddescribing the size, accessibility, and dedication of recycling storage areas in the project building. The area is adequately sized andlocated. A site plan has been provided highlighting recycling collection and storage areas.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 5

MRc1: Building Reuse-Maintain Existing Walls,Floors and Roof

Not Attempted


MRc2: Construction Waste Management Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that the project has diverted 77.19% of the on-site generated construction waste fromlandfill. A minimum of 50% diverted is required. Calculations and a Construction Waste Management Plan have been provided todocument the waste types and receiving agencies for the diverted materials. Additionally, three CWM reports have been provided.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1MRc3: Materials Reuse, 5% Not Attempted


MRc4: Recycled Content Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form and the LEED Materials and Resource Calculator have been provided stating that 24.46% of the total buildingmaterials content, by value, have been manufactured using recycled materials. A minimum of 10% is required. The recycled materialmeets the ISO 14021 definitions of post- and pre-consumer material. Manufacturer documentation has been provided for at least 20%of the compliant materials as required.

Please note that glass cullet does not meet the LEED definition of pre- or post-consumer material and therefore does not contributetowards credit compliance. When this item is removed (Glass), the project recycled content value is 24.26% and credit compliance isnot affected.


MRc5: Regional Materials Awarded: 2


The LEED Credit Form and the LEED Materials and Resource Calculator have been provided stating that 53.32% of the total buildingmaterials value includes building materials and products that have been manufactured and extracted within 500 miles of the projectsite. A minimum of 10% must be extracted and manufactured within 500 miles of the project site. Manufacturer documentation has beenprovided for at least 20% of the compliant materials as required.

Documentation for the Gerdau steel products, AHMSA Ticomán steel products, insulation, aluminum framing, skylight, and paintproducts confirm the manufacture location but not the extraction/harvest locations. With the extraction distances for these items aremodified, the calculator indicates that the project has demonstrated that 33.41% of the total building materials value of all buildingmaterials and products have been extracted, processed, and manufactured within 500 miles of the project site, and credit complianceis not affected.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1MRc6: Certified Wood Not Attempted

Indoor Environmental Quality

IEQp1: Minimum Indoor Air QualityPerformance

Awarded

08/07/2014

10/17/2013




The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that the project is mechanically ventilated; therefore, the project applies Case1. The project has utilized the Ventilation Rate Procedure (VRP) Compliance Calculator and the form states that the mechanicalventilation system is comprised of 100% outside air units. The VRP calculations and designed outdoor air intake rates confirm that thesystem level outdoor air intake ventilation rates for all ventilation systems meet the minimum established in ASHRAE 62.1-2007. Theform has been signed.

However, three issues are pending:

1. The total peak occupancy of 17,708 people documented for this prerequisite varies substantially from the total building users of 376people reported in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data. Note that the peak occupancy should be reported consistently across all credits.

2. The total area of 287,048 square feet documented for this prerequisite varies substantially from the total gross area of 406,542.54square feet reported in PIf2: Project Summary Details. It is unclear whether all occupiable space (as defined by ASHRAE 62.1-2007)has been accounted for within the ventilation rate procedure calculations. Note that all occupiable spaces (which can include regularlyoccupied, non-regularly occupied, and unconditioned areas) must be provided with ventilation which meets the minimum requirementsin accordance with ASHRAE 62.1-2007.

3. The form indicates that the project air handling units are all 100% outside air units, which is inconsistent with the informationprovided in Table 1.4 of EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance, indicating that none of the units are 100% outside air units.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

1. Confirm the appropriate peak occupancy for the building, and update the peak occupancy and/or the diversity as necessary so thatthe peak occupancy is consistent across all credits, or provide a detailed narrative describing the difference in occupants. Note that theASHRAE default occupancy should not be used when the expected occupancy is known.

2. Update the Ventilation Rate Procedure calculations to include all occupiable space and ensure that the area is reported consistentlyacross all credits, or provide a detailed narrative describing the difference in area.

3. Confirm the type of air handling units serving the project. Revise the forms and supporting VRP calculations as necessary to beconsistent.

IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS)Control

Awarded


The LEED Prerequisite Form has been provided stating that the project minimizes exposure to ETS-containing air by prohibitingsmoking within 25 feet of all entries, outdoor air intakes, and operable windows. Additionally, smoking is prohibited within the building.The project Owner has signed the form. Drawings confirming the signage system communicating the exterior smoking policy havebeen provided. Additionally, a smoking policy document has been provided.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IEQc1: Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IEQc2: Increased Ventilation Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

IEQc3: Construction IAQ Management Plan-During Construction

Not Attempted


IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials-Adhesives andSealants

Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that all adhesive and sealant products comply with the VOC limits of the referencedstandards for this credit. A summary of all interior adhesive and sealant products has been provided along with VOC data for eachproduct confirming that they comply with the referenced VOC limits. The form has been signed as required. Manufacturerdocumentation has been provided for at least 20% of the products as required.


IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials-Paints andCoatings

Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that all interior paints and coatings applied on-site comply with the VOC limits of thereferenced standards for this credit. A summary of all interior paints and coatings has been provided along with VOC data for eachproduct confirming that they comply with the referenced VOC limits. The form has been signed as required. Manufacturerdocumentation has been provided for at least 20% of the products as required.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials-FlooringSystems

Not Attempted


IEQc4.4: Low-Emitting Materials-CompositeWood and Agrifiber Products

Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that all composite wood, agrifiber products, and laminate adhesives used in thebuilding contain no added urea-formaldehyde resins. A product summary of all products has been provided indicating that the productsdo not contain added urea-formaldehyde. The form has been signed as required. Manufacturer documentation has been provided for atleast 20% of the materials as required.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant SourceControl

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1

IEQc6: Controllability of Systems-ThermalComfort

Not Attempted

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IEQc7: Thermal Comfort-Design Not Attempted


IEQc8.1: Daylight and Views-Daylight Awarded: 1

08/25/2014 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION FINAL REVIEW

This credit was submitted for initial review during the Final Review. The LEED Form states that the project has achieved the daylightingrequirements in 91.89% of all regularly occupied spaces via Option 1, Simulation.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IEQc8.2: Daylight and Views-Views Not Attempted

Innovation in Design


IDc1.1: Innovation in Design Awarded: 1

08/11/2014

10/03/2013


The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance for 100%.


The LEED Credit Form has been submitted stating that the project achieves exemplary performance for WEc2: Innovative WastewaterTechnologies as specified in the LEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 2009 Edition. The requirement forexemplary performance in WEc2 is 100%.

However, the base credit is pending clarifications.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please see the comments within WEc2. Ensure that any issues noted there are addressed within the exemplary performancedocumentation when resubmitting this credit.

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IDc1.1: Innovation in Design Not Attempted




08/11/2014 DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION FINAL REVIEW

This credit was submitted for initial review during the Design and Construction Final Review.

The LEED Form states that the project achieves exemplary performance for MRc5: Regional Materials. The requirement for exemplaryperformance is 30% and the project has documented 33.41%.



08/11/2014

09/26/2013


The additional documentation provided demonstrates compliance for 48.96%.


The LEED Credit Form has been submitted stating that the project achieves exemplary performance for EAc5.1: Measurement andVerification - Base Building as specified in the LEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 2009 Edition. Therequirement for exemplary performance in EAc5.1 is to either develop an IPMVP-compliant measurement and verification plan, ordiagram the locations of any meters needed for measurement and update as necessary.

However, no documentation has been provided for either exemplary performance option.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please indicate which exemplary performance option the project wishes to pursue and provide supporting documentation to confirm theoption followed (e.g., IPMVP-compliant measurement and verification plan, or diagram(s) showing the locations of any meters neededfor measurement).


POSSIBLE POINTS: 1IDc1.4: Innovation in Design Awarded: 1

ATTEMPTED: 1, DENIED: 0, PENDING: 0, AWARDED: 1

08/11/2014

10/17/2013




The LEED Credit Form has been submitted stating that the project has developed and implemented a Green Housekeeping program.To receive an innovation point, the project team must demonstrate compliance with LEED-EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy.The Green Cleaning Policy has been provided. The Green Cleaning Policy follows the LEED-EBOM Policy Model and demonstrates thedevelopment of a comprehensive and quantitative green cleaning program which includes detailed information regarding staff training,cleaning processes and chemicals, and occupant feedback. Additionally, a narrative, training form, list of approved products have beenprovided.

However, the policy does not include standard operating procedures that specifically address cleaning to protect vulnerable buildingoccupants.

TECHNICAL ADVICE:

Please provide a revised policy that includes standard cleaning procedures to protect vulnerable building occupants. These proceduresmay identify likely occupants who are disproportionately affected by cleaning practices and propose methods to minimize impacts onthose groups. These methods may include adjustments to cleaning procedures, frequencies, or timing.

For future projects, please note that a completed copy of the LEED-EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy form must be provided.






The LEED Credit Form has been submitted stating that the project has developed and implemented an Integrated Pest Management(IMP) program. To receive an innovation point, the project team must demonstrate compliance with LEED-EBOM 2009 IEQc3.6:Integrated Pest Management. A narrative, an IMP policy and program, and inspection report have been provided.

For future projects, please note that a completed copy of the LEED-EBOM 2009 IEQc3.6: Integrated Pest Management form must beprovided.


IDc2: LEED® Accredited Professional Awarded: 1


The LEED Credit Form has been provided stating that a LEED AP has been a participant on the project development team. A copy of theLEED AP award certification for Carlos Pazos has been included as required.

Regional priority

POSSIBLE POINTS: 1ATTEMPTED: 1, DENIED: , PENDING: , AWARDED: 1

WEc1: Water Efficient Landscaping


WEc2: Innovative Wastewater Technologies


EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance


EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning

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REVIEW SUMMARY

ReviewSUBMITTEDSUBMITTED RETURNEDRETURNED SUBMITTEDSUBMITTED DENIEDDENIED PENDINGPENDING AWARDEDAWARDED

POINTS:

POINTS:Credit STATUS TYPE ATTEMPTED DENIED PENDING AWARDED

PIf1: Minimum Program Requirements Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf2: Project Summary Details Not Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf4: Schedule and Overview Documents Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf5: Building System Control Approved 0 0 0 0

SSp1: Construction Activity Pollution Prevention Awarded Construction 0 0 0 0

SSc1: Site Selection Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation-Public TransportationAccess

Pending Design 6 0 6 0

SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation-Bicycle Storage andChanging Rooms

Awarded Design 2 0 0 2

SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation-Low -Emitting andFuel-Eff icient Vehicles


SSc4.4: Alternative Transportation-Parking Capacity Awarded Design 2 0 0 2

SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect-Roof Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction Pending Design 1 0 1 0

SSc9: Tenant Design and Construction Guidelines Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

WEp1: Water Use Reduction-20% Reduction Pending Design 0 0 0 0

WEc1: Water Eff icient Landscaping Pending Design 5 0 5 0

WEc2: Innovative Wastew ater Technologies Pending Design 3 0 3 0

WEc3: Water Use Reduction Pending Design 5 0 5 0

EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning of the BuildingEnergy Systems

Awarded Construction 0 0 0 0

EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance Pending Design 0 0 0 0

EAp3: Fundamental Refrigerant Management Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance Pending Design 6 0 6 0

EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning Pending Construction 3 0 3 0

EAc4: Enhanced Refrigerant Management Awarded Design 2 0 0 2

EAc5.1: Measurement and Verif ication-Base Building Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

MRp1: Storage and Collection of Recyclables Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

MRc2: Construction Waste Management Awarded Construction 2 0 0 2

MRc4: Recycled Content Awarded Construction 2 0 0 2

MRc5: Regional Materials Awarded Construction 2 0 0 2

IEQp1: Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance Pending Design 0 0 0 0

IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

Design and ConstructionPreliminary

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IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

IEQc4.1: Low -Emitting Materials-Adhesives andSealants


IEQc4.2: Low -Emitting Materials-Paints and Coatings Awarded Construction 1 0 0 1

IEQc4.4: Low -Emitting Materials-Composite Wood andAgrif iber Products


IDc1.1: WEc2-Innovative Wastew ater Technologies Pending Design 1 0 1 0

IDc1.3: WEc3: Water Use Reduction Pending Design 1 0 1 0

IDc1.4: EBOM: IEQp3-Green Cleaning Policy Pending Design 1 0 1 0

IDc1.5: EBOM: IEQc3.6-Integrated Pest Management Awarded Construction 1 0 0 1

IDc2: LEED® Accredited Professional Awarded Construction 1 0 0 1

POINTS:Credit STATUS TYPE ATTEMPTED DENIED PENDING AWARDED

PIf1: Minimum Program Requirements Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf2: Project Summary Details Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf4: Schedule and Overview Documents Approved 0 0 0 0

PIf5: Building System Control Approved 0 0 0 0

SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation-Public TransportationAccess


SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

WEp1: Water Use Reduction-20% Reduction Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

WEc1: Water Eff icient Landscaping Awarded Design 3 2 0 3

WEc2: Innovative Wastew ater Technologies Awarded Design 3 0 0 3

WEc3: Water Use Reduction Awarded Design 5 0 0 4

EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance Awarded Design 8 0 0 8

EAc3: Enhanced Commissioning Awarded Construction 3 0 0 3

IEQp1: Minimum Indoor Air Quality Performance Awarded Design 0 0 0 0

IEQc8.1: Daylight and View s-Daylight Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

IDc1.1: WEc2-Innovative Wastew ater Technologies Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

IDc1.2: MRc5-Regional Materials Awarded Construction 1 0 0 1

IDc1.3: WEc3: Water Use Reduction Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

IDc1.4: EBOM: IEQp3-Green Cleaning Policy Awarded Design 1 0 0 1

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