LP3: Open Space

(Conservation 2-5 points; Urban 2-4 points)

Purpose

Create spaces for community and public interaction.

Criteria

Design and/or locate community such that a percentage of the total project area is open-space. This open-space can be on-site or located within a ½ mile walkable distance as measured from the project’s area of highest density to the entryway of the open space. On-site open space accessible only to community residents can count for no more than ½ of the required area.

A. Conservation

Conservation Percentage of Open Space	Points
5%	2
10%	3
15%	4
20%	5

B. Urban

Urban Percentage of Open Space	Points
5%	Required
10%	2
15%	3
20%	4

Verification

• Off-site open space:
  • Aerial photo/permitted site plan clearly indicating the area of highest density, the location of the off-site open space and its entryway and the walkable distance route.
  • Documentation as needed indicating the preservation of the openspace via permanent conservation easement or other legal conditions. 
  • Inspection by an ECC Technical Advisor. 
• On-site open space: 
  • Permitted site plan clearly indicating the size of the on-site openspace.
  • Documentation as needed indicating the preservation of the openspace via permanent. conservation easement or other legal conditions.
  • Inspection by an ECC Technical Advisor.