- The occupancy of my project has changed over time. How should I account for this?
- Can I exclude some of my project’s floor area from consideration during the review process?
The occupancy of my project has changed over time. How should I account for this?
When occupancy rates vary over the performance period ("reporting period" in v4.1 example below), that variation should be reflected in credit calculations via a time-weighted average.
The requirements differ between the versions, so be sure to refer to the latest guidance specific to the version your project is pursuing (it can be found in the “Getting Started” or “How it Works” section). If you have any questions, be sure to contact us.
Example:
Reporting Period: June 1, 2019 through May 31, 2020
June 1, 2019 through February 29, 2020: 600 occupants (274 days of the reporting period)
March 1, 2020 through May 31, 2020: 10 occupants (92 days of the reporting period)
Calculation: ((600 x 274) + (10 x 92)) / (274 + 92) = 452 occupants
If the project was impacted by COVID, see the FAQ 'I am concerned that the change in occupancy for my building will impact performance reporting for my LEED v4.1 O+M project. What should I do?' in 'COVID-19 impacts on USGBC and LEED' for more information.
Can I exclude some of my project’s floor area from consideration during the review process?
Projects with leased spaces may face particular challenges in earning LEED for Building Operations and Maintenance (O+M) credits. LEED v4 O+M and LEED v4.1 O+M projects may exclude a portion (or portions) of the total gross building floor area from the LEED project boundary. The requirements differ between the versions, so be sure to refer to guidance specific to the version your project is pursuing (it can be found in the “Getting Started” or “How it Works” section). If any spaces have been excluded, provide a narrative explaining how they comply with the published guidance when submitting for review. If you have any questions, be sure to contact us.