LEED for Neighborhood Development


USGBC believes in the power of green neighborhoods to improve human and environmental health. We are committed to the development and retrofit of neighborhoods that create positive change by integrating smart location choice, strong neighborhood design, and green infrastructure and buildings.

Here you will find resources to educate yourself and others about the benefits of green neighborhood development and incorporate these principles into your project, whether it is 3 acres or 300 acres. We are constantly striving to create resources that serve your needs so please let us know how we can help you. Below is the information you need to:

» Certify your LEED-ND project
» Get accredited as a LEED AP ND or Green Associate
» Find Education & Research on green communities
» Advocate for a green neighborhood in your community
» Check out the Benefits of LEED-ND and view Media Coverage
» Download LEED-ND slide Presentations and view Webcasts

What's New

  • 2012 Affordable Green Neighborhoods Grant Program Launched
    USGBC and Bank of America launch the second round of the Affordable Green Neighborhoods Grant Program. Projects pursuing LEED-ND that include an affordable housing component are eligible to apply. Applications accepted through August 10, 2012. More information at www.usgbc.org/affordablegreenneighborhoods
  • LEED for Neighborhood Development Honored!
    On November 10, the Renewable Natural Resources Foundation (RNRF) awarded the LEED for Neighborhood Development rating system with its Outstanding Achievement Award for 2011. More information
  • LEED for Homes Registration Discount
    Registered LEED for Neighborhood Development projects, located in the United States, are eligible to receive a 10% discount on LEED for Homes registration fees for any units located in and part of your LEED-ND project. For more information, visit www.usgbc.org/homes.
  • Neighborhood Development Update (March 2012 Issue)
    Sign up to receive the quarterly Neighborhood Development Update. (Archived versions.)
    • LEED for Neighborhood Development Rating System
    LEED-ND Reference Guide
    LEED-ND Public PowerPoint
    Local Government Guide