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P.2 Planning for Conservation

Intent
Maximize utilization of facilities and modify them less over time by careful analysis of needs and resources. Strategies of building less, remodeling existing facilities, and designing for flexibility lead to reductions in cost, energy, and environmental impacts of materials.

Required Performance Criteria

  1. Evaluate the assumptions to build, expand or remodel facilities using these questions.
  • Can the current facilities be shared or better utilized to reduce or eliminate the need for additional space?
  • Can the current facilities be used more hours of the day or more days of the week to reduce or eliminate the need for additional space?
  • Can the current space be reconfigured within its shell to meet the need?
  • If not, can an existing building be reconfigured within its shell to meet the need?
  • If not, would an addition to the current space or another existing building meet the need?
  • If not, how can new space be optimized (including shared use of some facilities) and the building footprint be minimized?
  • For all options, how can the space be configured best for future use and adaptability?

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