Updated: Dec 23, 2003
Application to Participate in
Pilot Program
of
LEED for Existing Buildings
2002 –2004
U.S. G REEN B UILDING C OUNCIL
THE
Overview of
LE E D F O R E X I S T I N G B U I L D I N G S
PILOT PROGRAM
LEED for Existing Buildings is a set of performance standards for the sustainable operation of
existing buildings. It includes building operations and upgrades of systems in existing buildings
where these upgrades do not significantly change the interior or exterior surfaces of the building.
LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) was developed on the basis of LEED for New
Construction (LEED-NC) for new construction and major renovations. Participation in the LEEDEB Pilot provides an important opportunity for existing building owners to lead the way in reducing
the environmental impact of buildings. Once approved, LEED-EB will serve both those buildings
new to LEED certification and those previously certified under LEED-NC seeking re-certification.
LEED-EB provides the opportunity for owners and operators of existing buildings to capture the
promise for sustainable operations and reduced environmental impact of buildings year after year,
over the long term. It is an effective tool for market transformation to sustainable operating
practices in existing buildings and it enhances the USGBC definition of sustainable buildings.
Objective of the Pilot:
The objective of pilot testing LEED-EB is to ensure this rating system provides strong stretch goals
for sustainable building operation and is also practical and workable for application in real
buildings.
Schedule:
The LEED-EB Pilot will run from January 2002 through the approval of the post-pilot version of
LEED-EB, which will occur sometime in 2004. Buildings can register to participate in the LEEDEB Pilot until the post-pilot version of LEED-EB is approved by the USGBC membership.
Buildings that sign up under the LEED-EB Pilot have the option to earn initial LEED-EB
certification under the Pilot draft of LEED-EB or the post-pilot version of LEED-EB, once it is
approved through the USGBC membership balloting process.
LEED-EB Workshops
LEED-EB Training Workshops are being held around the country.
(http://www.usgbc.org/Events/events_training_calendar.asp)
Benefits of LEED-EB Pilot Participation:
LEED-EB Pilot participants benefit in the following ways:
 Opportunity to demonstrate environmental leadership by upgrading building systems and
processes to sustainable operation
 Opportunity to address implementation issues directly with the LEED-EB Committee and the
LEED-EB Advisory Committee (also known as the LEED-EB Corresponding Committee)
 Opportunity to be recognized as a first mover and international leader in sustainable building
operations through case study and promotional efforts
Selection of Pilot Participants
Buildings that are in the scope of LEED-EB are accepted into the pilot.
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Requirements for Participation in the Pilot:
Building owners that want to participate in the pilot for LEED-EB will need to:
 Submit an application for inclusion of a specific building (or specific buildings) in the pilot
program
 If selected to participate in the pilot program:
 Register existing building in Pilot program
 Pay fees for project registration and certification under LEED-EB
 Have at least one member of your team attend a LEED for Existing Buildings Training
Workshop
Fee Structure for Initial Certification under LEED-EB
As of December 31, 2003, the fee structure for initial LEED-EB registration and certification is the
same as the fee structure for LEED-NC. The fees for initial LEED-EB registration and certification
apply to both existing buildings that have never before been LEED certified and to buildings
previously certified under LEED-NC. If a LEED-EB project does not apply for certification within
3 years of project registration, the project must upgrade the fees paid to match those in place at the
time of the certification application is filed. The fees for ongoing re-certification under LEED-EB
have not yet been established.
LEED-EB Pilot Certification
Participants in the LEED-EB Pilot have the option to get certified under the pilot version of LEEDEB. This provides rating system stability for Pilot participants. LEED-EB Pilot participants also
have the option of getting certified under the post-pilot version of LEED-EB once it is approved by
the USGBC membership. This gives Pilot participants the flexibility to update the version of LEEDEB they are filing under if they choose to do so. If a project does not apply for certification within 4
years of project registration, the project must apply for certification under the current version of
LEED-EB in effect during the 12 months preceding the certification application filing.
LEED-EB Pilot Contact:
If you have any questions on the LEED-EB Pilot please contact Michael Arny, Chair, LEED for
Existing Buildings Committee, Tel: 608-280-0255, Email: [email protected].
For Additional Information on the USGBC or Other LEED Products
Visit the U.S. Green Building Council web site at: www.usgbc.org
Call the USGBC at: 202-828-7422
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APPLICATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE
PILOT PROGRAM OF LEED FOR EXISTING BUILDINGS
PLEASE PROVIDE THE INFORMATION REQUESTED IN THE SPACE PROVIDED.
Note: There are no absolute requirements for participation in the pilot. Responses to the
questions below will be considered to determine which building(s) fit the objectives of the
LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) pilot program and provide the best overall
opportunities to evaluate the applicability of the rating criteria.
Section A: Information About Your Organization
1. Name of your organization: _____________________________________________________________
2. Contact person:
Name: __________________________
Title: ________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________
Email Address: ________________________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________________________
3. Briefly describe your organization, its programs and mission:
4. What is the total floor area of all the buildings owned, leased and/or managed your organization:
a.
b.
c.
Owned (sq. ft): ________________________________
Leased from others (sq. ft): ________________________________
Managed (beyond what is owned of leased from others (sq. ft): ______________________________
5. Describe the types of buildings your organization owns, leases and/or manages:
6. Is your organization interested in certifying more buildings under LEED-EB once the pilot is completed? If so,
what is your schedule for completing improvements for sustainable operations in your other buildings?
7. Is your organization a member in the USGBC? ___ Yes ___ No
Section B: Information About Your Organization’s Proposed Pilot Building(s)
8. Building(s) Name(s) ______________________________________________________________
9. Building(s) Location(s) ____________________________________________________________
10. Describe the building(s) your organization would like to include in the pilot of LEED-EB.
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11. How large is the floor area of the proposed pilot building(s)? _________________________ sq. ft.
12. Who is the person at highest level in your organization committed to greening your buildings?
Name: __________________________
Phone Number: ___________________
Title: ________________________________
Email Address: ________________________
13. Who will manage your organization’s participation in the pilot?
Name: __________________________
Phone Number: ___________________
Title: ________________________________
Email Address: ________________________
14. What is the schedule for upgrading the processes and/or systems of your pilot building(s) to sustainable operation?
15. What is the budget your organization has committed to greening the proposed pilot building(s)?
$________________________
16. List the members of the internal team you plan to use to guide the process of greening your proposed pilot
building(s).
17. Describe the opportunities your proposed pilot building(s) provides for showcasing LEED for Existing Buildings:
Commitments by Applicant
If selected by the USGBC to participate in the Pilot Program of LEED for Existing Buildings, we agree to do the
following:
 This application will function as a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Pilot Participation with the USGBC.
 Register the pilot building(s)
 Pay Fees for project registration and certification under LEED-EB. (See current LEED-EB Fee structure on LEEDEB web page on USGBC web site for the specifics.)
 Have at least one member of your team attend a LEED for Existing Buildings training workshop.
 Deliver a high-quality, well-documented application for LEED-EB certification.
 Provide prompt answers to any follow up questions on the application for LEED-EB certification.
 Provide cost and savings information on the upgrade of your pilot building(s) to sustainable operation for
publication (specific details can be negotiated).
 Permit your pilot building(s) to be featured in USGBC promotional activities and materials.
Signature: ________________________________ Title:________________________________ Date: __________
Print Name:_______________________________
Please submit your completed application to: Michael Arny, Leonardo Academy, 1526 Chandler Street, Madison
Wisconsin 53711or fax to: 608-255-7202. For questions call 608-280-0255.
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