Region 5 Land Revita lization Technical Assistance Project
REEN BUILDING AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION CASE STUDIES FO
MOLINE MULTI-MODAL STATION PROJECT (2 OF cx
EPA provided technical assistance support to the City of Moline, Illinois in the areas of green building and historic preservation for
the Moline Multi-Modal Station Project. This assistance was intended to strengthen the HUD-DOT-EPA Partnership for Sustainable
Communities by providing the City of Moline access to technical resources and expertise. EPA's technical assistance activities
focused on the development of five case studies on the renovation of existing/historic structures to meet Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) standards for multi-modal transportation projects, where possible. These five case studies were
presented at the Moline Developer Workshop held on October 18,2011. This is the second case study in the series.
UNION DEPOT MULTI-MODAL TRANSIT AND
TRANSPORTATION HUB - ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA
Project Summary
The Saint Paul Union Depot Multi-Modal Transit and
Transportation Hub is a passenger rail and regional transit project.
It consists of the renovation of historic Union Depot and the co-
location of Amtrak, intercity bus carriers, local bus and light rail
services, taxis, limousines and bicycle accommodations. The
Depot will provide future capacity for high-speed rail and other
planned intercity and light rail services.
The project is located in an urban downtown setting and is
expected to have a significant positive impact on downtown
revitalization.
Historic Features
Union Depot is individually listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. It is the pivotal property in the Lowertown National
Historic Register District and the St. Paul Lowertown Heritage
Preservation District and serves as an integral part of the
surrounding urban fabric.
The project will return the Depot's trio of historic buildings
(the waiting room, concourse and head house), as well as its
elevated rail yard, to active use. A Programmatic Agreement was
developed with the State Historic Preservation Office and other
agencies that identifies areas of historic preservation and other
design requirements—including a 300 square foot area in the last
remaining original stairwell that will become an interpretive center.
Rendering of the Union Depot
entrance (Source: RCRRA)
Project Description
Elements: Transit, Historic, Green
Size of Community Served:
St. Paul population = 287,151
Current Owner: Ramsey County Regional Railroad
Authority
Square Footage: 185,000 Square Feet & 33 acres
Original Construction Date: 1924
Historic Designation: National Register of Historic
Places (1973)
Project Completion Date: 2012
Construction and Project Costs:
Construction Cost: $148 Million
Total Project Cost: $243 Million
LEED or Other Green Certification: Targeted LEED
2009 NC Silver - expected to achieve Gold
the EPA Land Revitalization Web site at:http://www.epa.gov/landrevitalization/
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Green Features
Green features include:
• Asbestos abatement
• Construction waste management
• Full-service bicycle station
• Electric vehicle charging stations
• Fuel-efficient vehicle parking
• Connection to district heating/cooling
• Bike/pedestrian enhancements
• Public transportation access
• Stormwater control
• Building reuse
• Construction waste management
• Water efficient landscaping
Challenges and Solutions
Building Entrance
A new entrance to the historic train deck provides an
important component of modern functionality. The design
was modified from a completely glass enclosure to one
incorporating more use of stone and brick, which was
deemed more complementary to the historic building.
Head House Historic Access and Light Rail Station
Development
The new Central Corridor light rail station impacted
the main building entrance and effectively eliminated
automobile access to the ceremonial front door. This
impacted the historical access to the building. The design
team reviewed the historical plans and worked with
local historical agencies to develop an alternate access
point via an existing carriageway entry at the lower level.
Widening the carriageway, in the same architectural
style and materials as the original, provides access to
the historic Head House in the same general location
and separates event access from transportation access.
The plaza was rebuilt and insulated and energy efficient
lighting was installed.
Historic Windows and Energy Efficiency
The building has many of the original windows in place,
some with steel frames and some with wood. Much
discussion revolved around how to retain these windows
and improve energy efficiency. All of the steel frame
windows were refurbished and supplemented by a storm
window for energy efficiency. In addition, the Waiting
Room has three large skylights that were painted over
during the war years. The skylights have been cleaned
and restored to allow daylighting into the Waiting Room
that has been absent for nearly 70 years.
Building Material Salvaging and Reuse
Many building materials in an historic building are no
longer available and often difficult to match effectively.
This challenge was addressed in the following ways:
• The Union Depot has been able to utilize many
aspects of its existing fabric in the new construction;
terrazzo removed in one area was salvaged and
reused in areas where it was missing;
• Historic doors were repaired, refurbished, refinished
and reinstalled;
• Existing stone wainscot was cleaned, patched and
reused;
• Brick removed from one area was reinstalled in other
areas;
• The only remaining historic train access stair and
platform was relocated to provide for its immediate
use as an historic exhibit and future use for
transportation;
• Historic accessories such as wood cabinetry,
signage, and clocks are all being reused and in some
cases, reinterpreted; and
• Original mechanical chases are once again being
used for the new building systems.
Union Depot LEED Credit Summary
(Source: HGA Architects and Engineers)
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Agencies Involved in the Section 106 Process
State Historic Preservation Office
St. Paul Heritage Preservation Commission
St. Paul Planning and Economic Development
Minnesota Department of Transportation
Historic St. Paul
Preservation Alliance of Minnesota
Mississippi National River and Recreation Area
National Park Service
Capitol River Council
Accelerated Schedule and Agency Review
The accelerated schedule was in potential conflict
with a deliberate Section 106 historic preservation
review process that requires thorough documentation
and a 30 day review process at each step. This
process was managed by involving key agencies
that met on a regular basis (every three weeks) to
discuss and present design options. The design team
included representatives from the owner, contractor,
architects, and transportation planners. Meetings
were facilitated by the team's historical architects. The
process allowed the architects time to adequately
develop design approaches—based on initial positive
feedback, without requiring significant, last minute
redesign work—resulting in better detailed design
solutions. This collaborative process was efficient and
rewarding. Differences could be discussed and weighed
in the overall context of all participants who had the
opportunity to help shape and influence the outcome.
Partnerships and Funding Strategies
Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority (RCRRA)
is an affiliate of Ramsey County. RCRRA will build, own,
and manage the completed facility. The other involved
parties are:
• Transportation providers including Amtrak, intercity
bus carriers, Metro Transit and the Twin Cities
regional transit agency.
• Funding partners include the Minnesota
Department of Transportation for Federal Railroad
Administration and Federal Highway Administration
funds and the Metropolitan Council for Federal
Transit Administration funds.
• Organizations and government are serving in a
variety of coordination and support roles such as
LOCATE Task Force, City of Saint Paul, Saint Paul
Area Chamber of Commerce, Counties Transit
Improvement Board, AFL-CIO, On Board Midwest,
Saint Paul Port Authority, BOMA - St. Paul, Saint
Paul Riverfront Corporation, Capitol City Partnership,
U.S. Postal Service, Minnesota High Speed Rail
Commission, Red Rock Corridor Commission,
Rush Line Task Force and the Gateway Corridor
Commission.
Project costs include purchase of the train deck, waiting
room, concourse and adjacent land from the U.S. Postal
Service and purchase of the Head House public area
from a private owner. Track usage agreements will be
required with two Class I railroads, Union Pacific and
Canadian Pacific.
Funding sources to date include:
• SAFETEA-LU, 1301 federal funds $43.5 million
• Federal Railroad Administration
funds, HSR $40 million
• TIGER 1 federal funds $35 million
• Federal Transit Administration funds $4 million
• State bond funds $13.7 million
• Expended RCRRA levy $51.5 million
Leverage Financing Opportunities
RCRRA will negotiate leases and/or operating
agreements with the transportation providers for internal
space needs and provide core and shell conditions for
the provider to complete and furnish.
fisit the Partnership for Sustainable Communities Web site at: www.SustainableCommunities.g
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The Head House was in private hands and the public
area was purchased by RCRRA in order to secure
ownership of the project area of 33 acres.
Costs Attributed to LEED
LEED costs are not being tracked separately. The
increased energy efficiency will be a cost savings for
RCRRA.
Project Effect on Neighborhood
The project plays a key role in the revitalization of
downtown St. Paul, particularly the Lowertown district.
Union Depot is listed on the National Register of
Historic Places and is the pivotal building in national
and local preservation districts. The city envisions
eventual, area-wide development of a mixed-use, transit-
oriented, walkable nature, stimulated in large part by
the Union Depot and the Central Corridor investments.
Development will include new infill construction as well as
adaptive reuse of existing buildings.
Many of the Union Depot design aspects have taken into
account the needs and concerns of the neighborhood.
Regularly scheduled community and tenant meetings
provided additional feedback on a timely basis and kept
area residents and businesses informed as to intent
and progress. Among these needs and concerns were
better access to the Mississippi River, a park area,
bicycle access, community focused retail, local artist
opportunities, and connections to the rest of the area.
Sources for Additional Information
For more information on this restoration project, please
see the RCRRA website: www.co.ramsey.mn.us/rail/
UnionDepot.htm.
Project Contact
For more information on the Union Depot restoration,
please contact:
Tim Mayasich, Director
RCRRA
(651) 266-2760
Timothy. Mayasich@co. ramsey. mn. us
Project Team
Tim Mayasich, Director, RCRRA
Timothy.Mayasich@co.ramsey.mn.us
(651) 266-2760
Dan Mehls, Construction Executive
Mortenson Construction
Dan.mehls@mortenson.com
(763) 522-2100
Michael Bjornberg, Project Architect
HGA Architects
MBjornberg@hga.com
(612) 758-4385
Greg Brown, PE, Project Engineer
URS Corp
Greg_brown@urscorp.com
(612) 373-6479
Beyer Blinder Belle
Historic Architects
(800) 777-7892
(212) 777-7800
Awards
Cultural Heritage Award for the Union Depot Historic
Structures Report (Awarded by Saint Paul Historic
Preservation Commission & American Institute of
Architects - St. Paul Chapter)
2011 Minnesota Preservation Award for the Union
Depot Historic Structures Report (Awarded by the
Preservation Alliance of Minnesota)
Visit the EPA Office of Sustainable Communtiies Web site at: www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/topics/historic_pres.htm
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LEED 2009 LEED PREREQUISITES
BD & C Certification Planning Matrix LEED CERTIFIED
LEED SILVER
LEED GOLD
LEED PLATINUM
LEED 2009
Credit
SS
PR 1
1
2
3
4.1
42
43
4.4
5.1
5.2
SI
62
71
72
8
WE
PR1
11
1 2
2
3
EA
PR1
PR2
PR3
SUSTAINABLE SITES
Construction Activity Pollution Prevention
Site Selection
Development Density & Community Connectivity
Brownfield Redevelopment
(Asbestos Abatement by alternate compliance)
Public Transportation Access
Bicycle Storage and Showers
Low Emitting & Fuel Efficient Vehicles
Parking Capacity
Protect or Restore Habitat
Maximize Open Space
Storm Water Quantity Control
Storm Water Quality Control
Heat Island Non-Roof
Heat Island Roof
Light Pollution Reduction
WATER EFFICIENCY
Water Use Reduction - 20% reduction
Water Efficient Landscaping - Reduce by 50%
Water Efficient Landscaping - Reduce to zero
Innovative Wastewater Technologies
Water Use Reduction - 30% reduction
Water Use Reduction - 35% reduction
Water Use Reduction - 40% reduction
ENERGY AND ATMOSPHERE
Fundamental Commission Tig
Minimum Energy Performance - 10% 75%
Fundamental Refrigerant Management
Points
26
X
1
5
1
6
1
3
.2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
10
X
2
2
2
2
1
1
35
X
X
X
8 reg'd
40-49
50-59
60-79
80+
met
YES
YES
YES
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Point Status
Likely
22
X
1
5
1
6
1
3
2
1
1
1
5
X
2
2
1
10
X
X
X
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Invstgtn
0
0
2
Not
Likely
4
1
1
1
1
5
3
2
1
23
Design or
Constr
Submittal
p
D
D
D
D
D
D
P
C
D
D
D
C
0
D
D
D
D
D
C
D
D
Compliance Requirements
Erosion control plan per lypical regulatory standards
Donoi develop on farmland, flood plain, habitat, wetland or
water, or peifc lands
Option 1 : Meet 60,000sf/acre density for project and
adjacent buildings,
Option 2 : Identify residential area & 10 human services
available within a 1/2 mile radius of project site.
Describe site contamination and remediation steps taken.
(Testing and removal reports per recognized standards for
asbestos abatement.)
Show pedestrian travel distances of 1/2 mile to rail transit
or 1/4 mile to 2 bus routes/stops.
Provide secure biKe storage for 5% of occupants and
shower facilities for 0.5% of occupants.
Support and encourage efficient vehicle use by providing
vehicles, providing preferred parting for vehicles, or
Droviding alternate fuel stations.
Limit parking to minimum local zoning requirements and
provide preferred parking for eurpools. or add no parking to
the site.
Limit site disturbance on greenfield sites, or proteclirestore
50% of site area on previously developed sites
Provide vegetative open space for JIM,- 25% of site area
depending on local zoning codes.
Reduce run-off quantity by reducing impervious surfaces or
increasing on-site infiltration Calculations for compliance
depend on existing site conditions and other site specific
factors
Capture and treat run-off from 90% of average annual
rainfall.
Provide shade reflectance or open grid system (or 50% of
hardscape. or place 50% of parking under cover
Use highly reflective roofing material for 75% of roof area
or green roof for 50% of roof area
Provide lighting controls on interior builrJing lighting during
night hours Reduce and control exterior lighting to compty
with ASHRAE 90 1-2007 standards
Reduce potable water use by 20% from a calculated
uaseline.
Reduce potable water USE for landscape irrigation by 50%
tern a baseline calculation.
Reduce potable water use lor landscape irrigation to zero
or use noimgalion
Rerluce wa'itewatei use hy 50% or treat 50% on site
Reduce potable water use from 3 calculated baseline.
Contract with qualified commissioning agent for basic
scope of commissioning services.
Improve building energy performance by 10% over
ASHRAE 90, 1-2007 energy standard
No CFC refrigeranls used in building HVAC&R equipment
Phase out plan for existing CFC equipment in existing
buildings.
VUI. the EPA Region 5 Brownfields Web site at: ™.epa,oWR5Brown,ie,S ,
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LEED 2009 LEED PREREQUISITES
BD&C Certification Planning Matrix LEED CERTIFIED
LEED SILVER
LEED GOLD
LEED PLATINUM
LEED 2009
Credit
1.1
2.1
3
A
5
6
MR
PR1
1 1
T2
21
22
31
3.2
Optimize Energy Performance -
12%(new)/8%(reno)
14%/10%
16% /1 2%
18%/14%
20% /1 6%
22% /1 8%
24% / 20%
26% / 22%
28% / 24%
30% / 26%
32% / 28%
34% / 30%
36% / 32%
38% / 34%
40% / 36%
42%/38%
44% / 40%
46% / 42%
48% / 44%
On-Site Renewable Energy -
1% of total energy consumption
3%
5%
7%
9%
11%
13%
Enhanced Commissioning
Enhanced Refrigerant Management
Measurement and Verification
Green Power -
35% of yearly power consumption for 2 yrs
MATERIALS AND RESOURCES
Storage anct Collection of Recyclable^
Building Reuse -
Maintain 55% of structure & shell
Maintain 75% of structure & shell
Maintain 95% of structure & shell
Maintain 50% of interior non-structual elements
Construction Waste Management -
Divert 50% of construction waste from landfill
75%
Materials Reuse - 5% of materials by cost
10%
Points
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
3
2
14
X
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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40-49
50-59
60-79
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YES
YES
YES
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Point Status
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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10
X
1
1
1
1
1
Needs
Invstgtn
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0
Not
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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1
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1
1
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Design or
Constr
Submittal
D
D
C
D
G
C
D
D
C
C
Compliance Requirements
Improve building energy performs me beyond the baseline
ASHRAE SO 1-2007 energy standard
On site solar
Contract with qualified commissioning agent for extensive
scops of commissioning services.
Use refrigerants in HVAC&R eqmpmenl ihal minimize
contribution to ozone depletion fi global warming. Likely
HFC type refrigerants. Or use no refrigerants
Provide a plan lor ongoing monitoring ant) potential
correction of building energy consumption while in
operation.
Purchase electricity frwn renewable sources for 35% of
total electrical use per year lor a 2 year period Can be
satisfied by the purchase of renewable energy certificates
for 35% x 2 yr equivalent.
Provide recycling for paper cardboard, glass plastic and
rn«to
F-[o-id.: portion of building lo remain exisltnq
Divert conslructton and demdiljon debris from landfill
disposal or incinsration
Use salvaged, refurbished, or reused materials for 5%/1Q%
of total project materials, by cost. Maleriak can be
purchased from salvage OF fefurtwshed cr reused from on-
site.
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LEED 2009 LEED PREREQUISITES
BD & C Certification Planning Matrix LEED CERTIFIED
LEED SILVER
LEED GOLD
LEED PLATINUM
LEED 2009
Credit
41
42
51
5.2
6
7
EG
PR1
PR2
1
2
31
32
4,1
42
43
44
5
6.1
6,2
7,1
7,2
81
82
ID
1 1
Recycled Content - 10% of materials by cost
20%
Regional Materials -
10% extracted, processed and manuf locally
20%
Rapidly Renewables - 2,5% of materials by cost
Certified Wood - 50% of all wood materials
(TO BE REVISED PER SEPARATE USGBC
REVIEW - LATE 2009)
INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Minimum IAQ Performance
Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control
Outdoor Air Delivery Monitoring
Increased Ventilation
Construction IAQ Plan - During Construction
Construction IAQ Plan - Before Occupancy
Low-Emitting Materials - Adhesives and Sealants
Low-Emitting Materials • Paints & Coatings
Low-Emitting Materials - Flooring Systems
Low-Emitting Materials - Composite Wood &
Agfifiber
Indoor Chemical & Pollutant Source Control
Controllability of Systems - Lighting
Controllability of Systems - Thermal Comfort
Thermal Comfort - Design
Thermal Comfort - Verification
Daylight (75% of occupied spaces)
Views (90% of occupied spaces)
INNOVATION AND DESIGN PROCESS
95% construction waste recycling
Points
1
1
1
1
1
1
15
X
X
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
I
1
1
1
1
1
1
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1
1
1
1
1
11
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
Needs
Invstgtn
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1
1
Not
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1
1
1
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Design or
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Submittal
C
C
C
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D
D
D
D
C
C
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C
C
C
D
D
D
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D
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D
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Compliance Requirements
Use materials with high recycled content such thai those
melenals constitute 1 0W20% of total project matenals by
cosl
Use materials that originate and are manufactured wttnin
5UQ miles ot the project site such that those materials
constitute IQ%/2Q%oftQta) project materials, by cost.
Use materials produced from rapidly isneweble sources
such that those materials constitute 2 5% of total project
materials, by cosl.
Use wood produced from FSC certified sources such that
those materials constitute 50% of total wood products used
on the project, by cosl
Design project to comply with ASHRAE 82 I-J004
ventilation standard
Designate facility as non- smoking and locate exterior
smoking areas 25' from entries.
install monitoring systems to ensure ventilation
requirements are being met. Outdoor air measuring
stations and CO2 monrtoringfor densely occupied spaces
Increase outdoor air ventiJa lion to improve indoor air
cjuallty. Several methods to achievement
implement a construction indoor air quality plan per
recognized standards, protect on-site materials, nstall
MERV 8 fillers in any permanent HVAC ecpjipment used
dimng construction
implement a construction inctoor air quality plan for building
flush out before occupancy, per LEED standards,
AM producls used tnslde the building envelope shall comply
with the recognized standards for low VQC content.
All products used inside the building envelope shall comply
with the recognaed standards Tor low VOC content,
Flooring products shall comply with TtoofScoore" standard
carpet to be Green Label Plus certified All flooring
adhesive to be low VOC
Al products used msicte the building envelope sh
no added urea-formaldehyde.
all contain
Minimize pollutants In building environment by employing
entry mats, enclosing and ventilating hazardous chemical
spaces, and installing MERV 14 miration in HVAC
equipment
Provide indjvidual lighting control for 90% of building
occupants, arid adequate control tn multi- occupant spaces.
Provide individual comfort control for 50% of building
occupants, and adequate shared control for all mulli-
occupant spaces.
Oestgn HVAC systems to meet ASHRAE 55-2004
standards for thermal comfort.
Implement a thermal comfort survey of building users al 6
;o 1 8 months after occupancy, and plan for corrective
action at a 20% dissatisfied response
Design (he building such that 75% of occupied spaces
receive adequate daylight, as calculated or les ed per
LEED ref guide
Design Ihetiulldmg such that 90% of occupied spaces have
tfiews to the outside, as calculated or tea ed per LEED ref
cfufde.
Per applicable credit from above
VUI. the EPA Region 5 Brown(ie,ds Web site a,: www.epa,oWR5Brown,ie,S
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LEED 2009 LEED PREREQUISITES
3D & C Certification Planning Matrix LEED CERTIFIED
LEED SILVER
LEED GOLD
LEED PLATINUM
LEED 2009
Credit
1 2
1.3
1 4
1,5
1.x
1 X
1 X
1.X
2
HP
1 1
1.2
1.3
1 4
Green Housekeeping
Green Education Program
Reduced Mercury in Light Bulbs
(pef requirements of LEED for Existing Buildings,
MR prereq 2 and MR credit 6)
Low-Emitting Systems Furniture & Seating
(per requirements of LEED for Commercial
Interiors. EQ credit 4 5)
Plug Load Energy Reduction
(5% of total buildinci energy use)
Otfier alternate
Otner alternate
Other alternate
LEED Accredited Professional
REGIONAL PRIORITY
Total of 4 possible points of 6 designated
credits. Zip code 55101, SScG 1 or SScS.2 or
WEol Opt. 2.
MRc2(75%)
MRC5{20%)
IEQC8.1
TOTAL POINTS
LEED PREREQUISITES
LEED CERTIFIED
LEED SILVER
LEED GOLD
LEED PLATINUM
Points
1
1
1
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
110
8req'rf
40-49
50-59
60-79
80+
8 req'd
40-49
50-59
60-79
80+
met
YES
YES
YES
need 16
Point Status
Likely
1
1
1
a
1
1
1
64
met
YES
YES
YES
need 16
Needs
Invstgtn
0
3
Not
Likely
1
1
1
1
43
Design or
Constr
Submittal
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
C
D (or C)
D (or C)
D (or C)
D [or CJ
Compliance Requirements
Implement a green housekeeping program to include a
slatement or purpose for Ihe program. 9 commameni or
contract. Green Seal compliant materials, and
documentation of green cleaning policies and procedures
Implement e green education plan to include 2 of 3 aspects
: signage program highlighting sustainable building features,
case study or rnanuai transmitted to LJSGBC. outreach
program/building tours.
Install chem free process water treatment The m»t
prolific system being electromagnetic treatment of cooling
tower water.
For all dorsscent and metal halide llghi fixtures, install low
mercurv content tvpe bulbs.
LT + narrative & support docs
Reduce plug load energy, typically by the implementation ol
flat screen computer monitors.
LEEfJ au:r?i1Hp'J prolrssjoiiiil on pro]!-.-;' isani
Per applicable credit from above
D = #REF!
C = 21
OTHER LEED COSTS
Project Registration 55101
USGBC Review Fees
• This matrix is to be used as a planning too! and in no way guarantees LEED certification at any
SSc6.1 SScB.2 WEd, Opl MRc2(75%;MRc5(20%)
Green Building And Historic Preservation
Case Studies ForMoline Multi-Modal Station
olid Waste
id Emerge
EPA560-F-11-071
December 2011
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