LEED 2009, launched last month, not only harmonizes credits between the various LEED rating systems, but it incorporates substantial changes from previous versions (LEED-NC 2.2, LEED-CS 2.0, etc). We would like to call your attention to these changes.
Timeline:
April 27: LEED 2009 launches
June 26: Last Day to register projects under current versions of LEED
June 27: New projects will be required to register for LEED 2009
Dec 31: Last day of free migration period, during which currently registered projects can transition to LEED 2009 and LEED Online v3 without paying a new registration fee
What if your project is already registered? A LEED registered project under design or construction may continue to use the version of LEED under which it was originally registered. Projects registering under previous versions of the LEED rating systems will have the option to upgrade to a LEED 2009 rating system at any time. Registration fees for transitioning to LEED 2009 will be waived until December 31, 2009.
Structural Changes
More emphasis has been placed on development density, community connectivity, alternative transportation, energy performance, measurement & verification and on-site renewable energy.
Certified 40-49 points
Silver 50-59 points
Gold 60-79 points
Platinum 80-110 points
Changes to Credits and Prerequisites (a few examples)
SSc4.3 New hybrid car sharing option
WEp1 Water Use Reduction 20% is now mandatory (was previously 1 point)
WEc3 Water Reduce Reduction new thresholds: 30%, 35%, 40% (resulting in higher exemplary performance threshold)
MRc1 Building Reuse 55% added to the thresholds for which credit is given (55%, 75% and 95%)
Multiple Several reference code changes: ASHRAE 90.1 2007; 62.1-2007
Regional Credits
This new category does not include new LEED credits. Instead, it includes existing credits that have been designated as being particularly important for their areas. Six credits have been pre-designated for each zip code. A project may be awarded up to four bonus points as a result of achieving a base credit. 
Are you ready for the new LEED 2009 rating system? We are!
Please contact our Director of Sustainability, Alicia Daniels Uhlig, NCARB, LEED® AP, if you have any questions. GGLO’s Sustainable Design Group is standing by to make the transition a smooth one.
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