3 weeks ago -The certification process is star-based on a scale of one to six that results in a designation of “pass,” “good,” “very good,” “excellent,” or “outstanding.” · You can earn BREEAM certification at all stages, from new construction to in-use buildings. There are three BREEAM assessors in the United States, based in Washington D.C., Texas, and New York. However, it is still possible to earn the certification in other states. All of the residential green building certifications listed above are a great way to verify the sustainability of your multifamily property.
This page provides an introduction to some commonly used terms and an overview of the most widely recognized green building product standards, and building rating and certification programs currently in use with an emphasis on how they vary and some of the issues to consider when selecting them. Green building design strategies are being applied across a very diverse range of projects from office buildings to schools, stadiums, hospitals, and entire neighborhoods.
Fannie Mae conducts an annual review of Green Building certifications available to multifamily properties. All recognized certifications have minimum energy and/or water reduction requirements. Please see Form 4250 for complete eligibility requirements, the specific certification Fannie Mae recognizes from each organization, and the groups assigned to each certification.
