MR Credit 1.3: Building Reuse: Maintain 50% of Interior
Non-Structural Elements
1 Point
Intent
Extend the life cycle of existing building stock, conserve
resources, retain cultural resources, reduce waste and
reduce environmental impacts of new buildings as they relate to
materials manufacturing and transport.
Requirements
Use existing interior non-structural elements (interior walls,
doors, floor coverings and ceiling systems) in at least
50% (by area) of the completed building (including additions). If
the project includes an addition to an existing
building, this credit is not applicable if the square footage of the
addition is more than 2 times the square
footage of the existing building.
Potential Technologies & Strategies
Consider reuse of existing buildings, including structure, envelope
and interior non-structural elements. Remove
elements that pose contamination risk to building occupants and
upgrade components that would improve energy
and water efficiency, such as mechanical systems and plumbing
fixtures. Quantify the extent of building reuse. |
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