Single Family Home Green Features

1. Developing an infill site in an urban setting within a ½ mile of a major transit stop   {3 points}
2. High-density development of 10+ units providing high home efficiency   {2 points}
3. Provides pedestrian access to 20 neighborhood services   {2 points}
4. Reducing light pollution by shielding fixtures and directing light downwards   {1 point}
5. Designed for safety with all front entrances providing views of outside visitors   {1 point}

1. Design and build high performance homes (% above Title 24)   {51 points}
2. Install zoned, hydronic radiant heating   {1 point}
3. Install ENERGY STAR dishwasher, clothes washer and refrigerator   {3 points}
4. Design roof trusses to accommodate ductwork   {1 point}
5. High quality insulation   {1 point}
6. Insulate all hot water pipes   {2 points}

1. Use low-VOC water-based wood finishes   {2 points}
2. Use low-VOC interior paints   {1 point}
3. Install effective exhaust systems in bathrooms and kitchens   {3 points}
4. Install zoned, hydronic radiant heating   {1 point}
5. Install sealed water heaters   {2 points}

1. Recycle at least 50% of construction waste – GreenPoint requirement
2. Innovative foundation drainage   {3 points}
3. High-density development of 10+ units providing high home efficiency   {11 points}
4. Developing an infill site in an urban setting   {3 points}
5. Use environmentally preferred materials (FSC-certified wood, reclaimed wood, etc.)   {3 points}
6. Use durable and noncombustible siding and roofing materials   {3 points}
7. Install overhangs and gutters   {1 point}
8. Use engineered lumber   {4 points}
9. Optimize structural engineering   {2 points}
10. Replace portland cement in concrete with recycled material   {2 points}

1. Use water efficient fixtures   {3 points}
2. Install ENERGY STAR dishwasher and clothes washer   {3 points}
3. Install high efficiency toilets   {4 points}
4. Use engineered parallel piping   {1 point}
5. Insulate all hot water pipes   {2 points}
6. Use non-invasive, drought-tolerant California native plants   {4 points}
7. Minimize turf areas   {6 points}
8. Plant shade trees   {3 points}
9. Group plants by water needs (hydrozoning)   {2 points}
10. Install high-efficiency irrigation systems   {5 points}
11. Mulch all planting beds   {2 points}