LEED Process (9 Questions) – Above Green

A. LEED verification process

B. Roles and responsibilities of verification team (e.g., green rater; energy rater; quality assurance designee)

C. Certification submittal requirements (e.g., to GBCI)

D. Project eligibility (e.g., which rating system to use—Homes, Midrise or New Construction)

E. In-field verification requirements (e.g., performance test; visual inspection)

F. Resources for LEED Interpretations and Regional Priority Credits

G. LEED system synergies (e.g., energy and EQ; waste management)

H. Project boundary; LEED boundary; property boundary

I. Prerequisites and/or minimum program requirements for LEED certification

J. LEED Online

K. Integrative process (e.g., communication between project team and verification team throughout design and construction; communication of LEED goals and requirements to multidisciplinary team members including trade contractors)