PH C2: Human HDP: Active Design for Buildings, Communities, + Urban Environments

(9 points)

INTENT

Improve the health + productivity of building and community occupants by providing an environment that facilitates and promotes physical activity.

STRUCTURE AND COMMUNITY REQUIREMENTS

PH Action 2.1 Active Design for Buildings (1-3 points)

One point for the first four line-items and one point for each additional two line-items.

Include a minimum of two line-items from two or more of the Center for Active Design Checklist for Building Design Categories, up to 3 points.

Categories:

1. Appealing and Supportive Walking Routes 
2. Appealing Stair Environment
3. Building Exteriors and Massing that Encourage Outdoor Use
4. Building Programming that Supports Physical Activity
5. Buildings Facilities that Support Exercise
6. Designating Stairs for Everyday Use
7. Elevators and Escalators as Secondary Vertical Transport Methods
8. Prominent Stair Location and Visibility
9. Stair Dimensions that Encourage Use 
10. Visible Stair Prompts

PH Action 2.2 Active Design for Community Groups (1-3 points)

One point for the first four line-items and one point for each additional two line-items.

Active Design for Community Groups include a minimum of two line-items from two or more of the Center for Active Design Checklist for Community Group Categories that are not required in other requirements or selected in other credits.

Guideline Categories:

1. Active Transportation
2. Supporting Pedestrians 
3. Supporting Bicyclists Active Recreation 
4. Active Buildings
5. Green Space and Nature
6. Healthy Foods and Beverages

PH Action 2.3 Active Design for Urban Environments (1-3 points)

One point for the first four line-items + one point for each additional two line-items.

Include a minimum of two line-items from two or more of the Center for Active Design Checklist for Urban Design Categories.

Categories:

1. Bicycle Networks and Connectivity
2. Bicycling Infrastructure
3. Bikeways
4. Children’s Play Areas 
5. Designing Pedestrian Pathways
6. Grocery Sales and Fresh Produce
7. Land Use Mix 
8. Parks, Open Spaces, and Recreational Facilities
9. Programming Streetscapes
10. Public Plazas 
11. Street Connectivity
12. Traffic Calming 
13. Transit and Parking

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