Site Development – Maximize Open Space Sample Clauses

Site Development – Maximize Open Space. Intent Provide a high ratio of open space to development footprint to promote biodiversity. LEED-CS Although 150 Second did not pursue this LEED credit, the Project increased the amount of vegetated open space which provides tenants with added amenities and park space. LEED-CI There is no related LEED-CI credit.

Site Development – Maximize Open Space. The project will follow the requirements of Option 3 for this credit since a zoning ordinance exists but there is no requirement for open space. The total project site area within the LEED boundary area is 69, 032 sq. ft. The total open space, both vegetated and hardscape, is 20,648 sq ft. and the building footprint is 48,384 sq ft. The vegetated area is 6,484 sq. ft. Since the project will earn SS Credit 2, pedestrian-oriented hardscape area may be counted toward the 20% requirement. The calculated percentage is 20,648/69,032 X 100% = 29.9%, with the vegetated area equal to 6,484120,648 X 100% = 31.4%. This meets the Option 3 requirement of a minimum of 20% eligible open space, of which a minimum of 25% is vegetated.