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LEEDuser helps you certify your building project through the following LEED rating systems with tips, checklists, sample documentation, forums, and more.

Browse for the Credit you need, or view all of the credits in each rating system:

  • LEED-NC: New Construction v2.2,
  • LEED-NC: New Construction v2009,
  • LEED-CS: Core and Shell v2009,
  • LEED-CI: Commercial Interiors v2009,
  • LEED-Schools v2009,
  • LEED-EBOM: Existing Buildings Operation and Maintenance v2009.

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    RE: Geometry baseline vs. proposed building performance
    in NC v2.2 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		186 jaume balana
    quadrant
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    How many signs are required for preferred parking?
    in NC 2009 SSc4.3: Alternative Transportation—Low-Emitting and Fuel-Efficient Vehicles     		220 Susan Di Giulio
    Project Manager
    Zinner Consultants
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Slate Porcelain Tiles
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.3: Low-Emitting Materials—Flooring Systems     		203 Benj Herrera
    LEED AP BD+C
    Thu, Jun 20, 2013
    Secure parking garage/room
    in NC 2009 SSc4.2: Alternative Transportation—Bicycle Storage and Changing Rooms     		162 Phillip Cook
    WGE
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Duct adhesives
    in CS 2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants     		71 Michael E. Edmonds-Bauer
    Edmonds International
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Extended Stay?
    in CS 2009 SSc2: Development Density and Community Connectivity     		32 Sara Neff
    Director, Sustainability Programs
    Kilroy Realty Corporation
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Recycling Rooms
    in NC 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control     		192 Dylan Connelly
    Mechanical Engineer
    Integral Group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    PI Form 3 occupancy question, transient student vs retail
    in PIf3: Occupant and Usage Data     		107 Mike Stopka
    Director of Sustainability
    Solomon Cordwell Buenz
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Line between consumables and 'process' consumables
    in EBOM 2009 MRc1: Sustainable Purchasing—Ongoing Consumables     		78 Jeff Benavides
    Sr. Project Manager
    ecoPreserve: Building Sustainability
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: E Cigarettes
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp2: Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control     		74 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Occupant feedback
    in EBOM 2009 IEQp3: Green Cleaning Policy     		45 Sheryl Swartzle
    LEED administration
    TLC Engineering for Architecture
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    retention basin and infiltration on site
    in NC 2009 SSc6.2: Stormwater Design—Quality Control     		109 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Modelling Basement Parking
    in NC 2009 EAp2: Minimum Energy Performance     		1,426 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    RE: Submit a Low Mercury ID Credit
    in NC 2009 IDc1: Innovation in Design     		370 Clara Pistoni
    Sustainability Consultant
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
    Definition direct line of sight
    in NC 2009 SSc8: Light Pollution Reduction     		405 Juliane Muench
    Wed, Jun 19, 2013
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    RE: Building eyebrows count towards area?
    in NC 2009 SSc7.2: Heat Island Effect—Roof     		173 Nicole Kimoto
    Architects Pacific, Inc.
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: ablution fixture
    in NC 2009 WEp1: Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction     		431 E H
    Sustainability Architect
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Using EBOM MRc8 as a LEED-NC ID Credit
    in EBOM 2009 MRc8: Solid Waste Management—Durable Goods     		38 Luis Miguel Diazgranados
    Green Factory
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: FSC COC Certification and Sub Contractors.
    in NC 2009 MRc7: Certified Wood     		245 Michael McVinney
    LEED Program Manager
    Sauer Incorporated
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Recertification
    in PIf5: Building System Control     		3 David Wood
    Property Coordinator
    Jones Lang Lasalle/ BNY Mellon
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Innovation Credit: Electric charge stations
    in EBOM 2009 IOc1: Innovation in Operations     		39 Trista Little
    Sustainability Manager
    YR&G
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Indirectly Conditioned Bathrooms
    in NC 2009 EAc1: Optimize Energy Performance     		839 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Two certifications paths as proof of compliance
    in Schools IEQc4.4: Low-Emitting Materials—Composite Wood and Agrifiber Products     		18 Linda Davisson
    Senior Consultant
    Sustainable Design Consulting
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: Non-US Green-E Available?
    in CS 2009 EAc6: Green Power     		46 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: List energy end uses
    in CS 2009 EAc5.1: Measurement and Verification—Base Building     		68 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    RE: WEp1 fixture group for bicyclists
    in CI 2009 WEp1: Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction     		175 Susan Walter
    Sr Project Architect
    Wilmot/Sanz
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Time to start flush out - Museum project
    in NC v2.2 EQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan—Before Occupancy     		125 Sustainability Consultant
    LEED Consultant
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    SS5.1 and tree planting
    in NC v2.2 SSc5.1: Site Development—Protect or Restore Habitat     		56 Jim Houk
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: Definition of offices
    in CS 2009 IEQc8.2: Daylight and Views—Views     		28 Jill Dalglish, PE
    Founder & Senior Engineer
    Dalglish Daylighting
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: CO2 sensors in future spaces
    in NC 2009 IEQc1: Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring     		144 Andrew Mitchell, P.E.
    Mechanical Engineer / LEED Coordination Manager
    Moses & Associates
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: view lines?
    in NC v2.2 EQc8.2: Daylight and Views—Views for 90% of Spaces     		52 Jill Dalglish, PE
    Founder & Senior Engineer
    Dalglish Daylighting
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: 4 PCH Testing and SBR Verification
    in NC 2009 IEQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan—Before Occupancy     		118 Susan Walter
    Sr Project Architect
    Wilmot/Sanz
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: How are you interpreting this comment?
    in NC 2009 MRc5: Regional Materials     		154 Susan Walter
    Sr Project Architect
    Wilmot/Sanz
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    RE: Systems Required in Cx Scope
    in Schools 2009 EAp1: Fundamental Commissioning of Building Energy Systems     		6 Scott Bowman
    Principal - Corporate Sustainability Leader
    KJWW Engineering Consultants
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    private minibus VS shuttle
    in NC 2009 SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation—Public Transportation Access     		104 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    Title Comments Most Recent Post
    RE: Timeline for CIR responses from GBCI
    in How long for CIR responses?     		8 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Mon, Jun 3, 2013
    RE: Canada-NC 1.0 -- EAc1
    in LEED Canada Forum     		15 Lorne Mlotek
    LEED AP BD+C
    LeadingGREEN
    Mon, Jun 3, 2013
    RE: Part 2 of the article does talk about v4
    in USA Today Story on LEED Misses the Mark     		32 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Fri, May 31, 2013
    RE: DES option 1 points cap and EAc2 Renewable energy
    in New District Energy Guidance for LEED Released by USGBC     		47 Marcus Sheffer
    LEED Fellow
    7group
    Wed, May 29, 2013
    RE: Excellent
    in GBCI Invites Direct Inquiries—But Do Your Homework First     		16 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Wed, May 29, 2013
    RE: Re: Review Comments with Phantom Requirements
    in Review Comments with Phantom Requirements     		60 Kathryn West
    LEED AP O+M, Guiding Principles Compliance Professional
    Energy Ace
    Wed, May 29, 2013
    3 month performance period vs. Construction
    in Performance Period     		42 Karin Wohlert
    Northwest Sustainability Consulting, LLC
    Thu, May 23, 2013
    last minute
    in GBCI Streamlines LEED Credentialing, Offers New Window for Legacy LEED APs     		43 Bill Swanson
    PE, LEED AP
    Integrated Architecture
    Thu, May 23, 2013
    RE: Resubmit After Dening
    in Review Appeal     		24 Jim Park
    Project Manager
    EAN Technology
    Thu, May 23, 2013
    RE: Correction
    in The Hidden Beltway Lobbyists Who Shape Green Building Policy     		15 Peggy White
    White + GreenSpec
    Wed, May 22, 2013
    RE: MRc4 recycled content---recovered fiber
    in MR Credit 4- Recycled Content     		4 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Tue, May 21, 2013
    RE: Cannot login to LEED Online..
    in Living with LEED Online - quirks, bugs and hiccups     		103 Francisca Herrera
    Miranda & Nasi
    Mon, May 13, 2013
    Tenant Sales or Lease Agreement
    in CS v3 - Appendix 4 - Tenant Lease or Sales Agreement     		19 Julie Hendricks
    Director of EcoServices
    Kirksey
    Sun, May 5, 2013
    RE: BD&C Exam Prep
    in Earn CEUs on LEEDuser—With Ease     		2 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    RE: new database
    in USGBC's New LEED Interpretations Similar to Old Precedent-Setting CIRs     		27 Elizabeth Thompson
    LEED Specialist
    USGBC
    Mon, Apr 29, 2013
    All LEED sample forms
    in Sample LEED Online credit forms     		3 E H
    Sustainability Architect
    Mon, Apr 29, 2013
    RE: Licensed Professional Exemption (LPE) - outside of USA
    in Licensed Professional Exemption     		18 John Covello
    LEED and Sustainability Manager
    Development Management Group
    Mon, Apr 22, 2013
    RE: Status of corridors/hallways for IEQp1
    in LEED IEQ Space Matrix - Frequently Asked Questions     		11 Lauren Glasscock
    Sr. Sustainability Professional
    DNV KEMA Energy & Sustainability
    Thu, Apr 18, 2013
    RE: "Confirmation of Agent's Authority" form for a CCD new bldg.
    in New, Friendlier Legal Forms Rolled Out on LEED Online     		8 Paula Jarrett Nasta
    CPZ Architects
    Wed, Apr 17, 2013
    Spaces smaller than 3000ft2
    in Vestibules in 90.1-2007 and LEED 3.0 Projects     		8 Emmanuel Pauwels
    Owner
    Green Living Projects s.l.
    Tue, Apr 16, 2013
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    RE: 7th ed. Massachusetts Building Code and ASHRAE 62.1-2004
    in NC 2009 IEQc2: Increased Ventilation     		302 55 Paul Girello
    Fri, Jan 22, 2010
    RE: CI IEQ p1 ASHRAE 62.1-2007 calculator
    in CI-2009 IEQp1: Minimum IAQ Performance     		302 99 Shannon Gray
    Consultant
    YRG sustainability
    Wed, Nov 25, 2009
    IEQ and related products
    in CI-2009 IEQp1: Minimum IAQ Performance     		301 99 Jill Sokol
    RCAD
    Thu, Sep 3, 2009
    RE: ISSUE Part 2
    in CI-2009 IEQp1: Minimum IAQ Performance     		300 99 Ben Stanley
    Sustainability Manager
    YRG sustainability
    Mon, Feb 1, 2010
    RE: Interior renovation within a single tenant building
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		299 88 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Fri, Nov 20, 2009
    Direct Line of Sight @ 42" w/ glazing starting at 46"?
    in Schools 2009 IEQc8.2: Daylight and Views—Views     		299 55 John Drigot
    Design/LEED Specialist
    The Neenan Company
    Wed, Sep 30, 2009
    RE: Retail space parking
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		298 88 Alex Warburton
    Thu, Dec 10, 2009
    RE: Interior renovation within a single tenant building
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		297 88 Steve Loppnow
    Sustainability Manager
    YR&G
    Tue, Dec 8, 2009
    RE: Retail space parking
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		297 88 Alex Warburton
    Wed, Dec 9, 2009
    RE: Depth of data collection required
    in EBOM 2009 MRc7: Solid Waste Management—Ongoing Consumables     		297 49 Jason Franken
    Sustainability Professional
    Thu, Dec 3, 2009
    Retail space parking
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		296 88 Alex Warburton
    Thu, Nov 26, 2009
    RE: M&V plan required for case 1, or not?
    in CI 2009 EAc3: Measurement and Verification     		295 83 Christopher Schaffner
    Principal & Founder
    The Green Engineer, LLP
    Wed, Dec 16, 2009
    RE: Tenant spaces are simple, right?
    in CI 2009 IEQc5: Indoor Chemical and Pollutant Source Control     		294 58 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Mon, Feb 1, 2010
    RE: Retail space parking
    in CI 2009 SSc3.3: Alternative Transportation—Parking Availability     		292 88 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Wed, Dec 2, 2009
    Is this a typo?
    in CS 2009 MRc6: Certified Wood     		292 23 Nick Hentschel
    Mon, Sep 28, 2009
    Depth of data collection required
    in EBOM 2009 MRc7: Solid Waste Management—Ongoing Consumables     		292 49 Chris Munn
    Director, National Operations
    Chelsea Group, Ltd.
    Tue, Dec 1, 2009
    RE: RECs providers...
    in EBOM 2009 EAc4: On-Site and Off-Site Renewable Energy     		291 68 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Wed, Jan 27, 2010
    M&V plan required for case 1, or not?
    in CI 2009 EAc3: Measurement and Verification     		291 83 Dave Intner
    Firmitas Architecture & Planning
    Tue, Dec 15, 2009
    RE: Recycling
    in CI 2009 MRp1: Storage and Collection of Recyclables     		291 48 Peter Doo
    Doo Consulting LLC
    Tue, Jan 26, 2010
    Process water for EP point
    in EBOM 2009 WEc2: Additional Indoor Plumbing Fixture and Fitting Efficiency     		290 55 Tristan Roberts
    LEED AP BD+C, Editorial Director – LEEDuser
    BuildingGreen, Inc.
    Tue, Dec 22, 2009
    Title Comments Most Recent Post
    Two certifications paths as proof of compliance
    in Schools IEQc4.4: Low-Emitting Materials—Composite Wood and Agrifiber Products     		18 Linda Davisson
    Senior Consultant
    Sustainable Design Consulting
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Theoretical VOC content
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings     		340 Jeffry Magnuson
    Architect
    Opus AE Group
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Time to start flush out - Museum project
    in NC v2.2 EQc3.2: Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan—Before Occupancy     		125 Sustainability Consultant
    LEED Consultant
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    Paint VoC content certification
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.2: Low-Emitting Materials—Paints and Coatings     		340 Magda Aghababyan
    CEO
    Co-Energi (Pvt) Ltd.
    Tue, Jun 18, 2013
    SS5.1 and tree planting
    in NC v2.2 SSc5.1: Site Development—Protect or Restore Habitat     		56 Jim Houk
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    LEED v4 Homes
    in LEED v4 Public Comment Forum - LEED Takes a New Direction     		97 Alicia Silva
    CEO
    Revitaliza consultores
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    private minibus VS shuttle
    in NC 2009 SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation—Public Transportation Access     		104 ADRIENN GELESZ
    LEED AP
    ABUD Engineering Ltd.
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    Interior Green Garden
    in CS 2009 WEc1: Water Efficient Landscaping     		38 Diana Nezamutinova
    Associate
    Dalen Strategies
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    Feel like being penalized by not providing carpark on site
    in CS 2009 SSc4.4: Alternative Transportation—Parking Capacity     		23 William Wong
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    Discharging the rainwater to municipality facilities.
    in CS 2009 SSc6.1: Stormwater Design—Quantity Control     		21 Mohammed Magdy
    LEED AP
    Al Yamama Construction
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    Use of "Offsite" sources of nonpotable water
    in NC 2009 WEp1: Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction     		431 Ahmed Mosa
    Sustainability Consultant - Sustainable Design Researcher
    P&T Architects and Engineers
    Mon, Jun 17, 2013
    How do I calculate?
    in NC 2009 WEp1: Water Use Reduction—20% Reduction     		431 adi ashkenazi
    Sun, Jun 16, 2013
    Sealant VOCs
    in NC 2009 IEQc4.1: Low-Emitting Materials—Adhesives and Sealants     		296 E H
    Sustainability Architect
    Fri, Jun 14, 2013
    MPR 6 Compliance through a different Portfolio manager
    in Video: LEED Energy Reporting Made Easy     		4 Vinsu Shah
    Intern Architect
    LLB Architects
    Fri, Jun 14, 2013
    LEED CI for Retail WEp1
    in EBOM 2009 WEp1: Minimum Indoor Plumbing Fixture and Fitting Efficiency     		219 Blythe Jopling
    Fri, Jun 14, 2013
    School Busses
    in CI 2009 SSc3.1: Alternative Transportation—Public Transportation Access     		24 Lauren Fakhoury
    Research Assistant
    Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC
    Thu, Jun 13, 2013
    Shuttle takes 10min or less to get to the first bus stop
    in NC 2009 SSc4.1: Alternative Transportation—Public Transportation Access     		104 Marcio Alberto Casado Pereira
    Thu, Jun 13, 2013
    LEED EBOM on Industrial Buildings
    in PIf1: Minimum Program Requirements     		70 Pedro Ribeiro
    Director of Sustainability
    Edifícios Saudáveis Consultores
    Thu, Jun 13, 2013
    First in Africa ?
    in First-in-Country Projects to Get Free LEED Certification     		5 Mike Barker
    Principal : Energy / Electrical Engineer
    BuildingPhysics South Africa
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013
    LEED ND acronyms
    in What’s New in LEED for Neighborhood Development v4     		1 Paul Suckow
    Sr. Planner
    Harris County
    Wed, Jun 12, 2013

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