Rating System

LEED BD+C: New Construction

Rating System Version

v2 - LEED 2.1

Inquiry

Our project complies with the requirements for EQc7.1, compliance with ASHRAE Standard 55-1992, Addenda 1995. The project is an approximately 10,000 s.f. single-story office building comprised of private and open offices, meeting rooms, break room and storage. The project is located in an arid desert region of the Southwest. Typically, active humidification/dehumidification equipment is not needed to maintain acceptable humidity levels within office spaces (we will provide psychrometric analysis and data to support this). The Reference Guide does not clearly define the quantity of humidity sensors needed to qualify for this credit. We propose to install humidity sensors in three (3) locations based on areas containing the largest number of building occupants - open office areas and training/meeting room. This will enable monitoring humidity in the areas experiencing the greatest level of potential humidity fluctuation and demand for occupant comfort. Humidity sensors are integrated with the DDC control system. Will the design approach and system (with supporting documentation) described comply with the requirements of this credit?