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N Community straight lines (that is, “as the crow flies”) and not the actual walking distances. The Rater will collect other documentation stating compliance with this measure as needed. Measure N3.3 Field Verification: The Rater will conduct field compliance verification and take photos of installed strategies and measure lanes. Documentation: If field verification is not sufficient, the Rater will collect a plan with traffic lane widths identified and/or a plan with the distance between intersections identified. Measure N3.4 Field Verification: The Rater will verify sidewalk widths and physical separation during final verification. Measure N3.5: The Rater will complete field compliance verification of installed bicycle storage and take photos. Documentation: The Rater will collect calculations and plans that show how the project meets the threshold from the builder. Measure N3.6: The Rater will complete field compliance verification of bicycle storage and take photos. Documentation: The Rater will collect an estimate of the number of expected visitors to mixed-use spaces and calculations of the number of secure bike storage spaces provided and plans of the provided storage area. Measure N3.7 Documentation: The plans should indicate the number of units and the number of parking spaces. INTENT To reduce automobile use. To promote a healthier and safer lifestyle through walking and riding bicycles. N4. OUTDOOR GATHERING PLACES CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION Up to two points of credit are available as follows: N4.1. Public or Semi-Public Outdoor Gathering Places for Residents (1 Point) One point will be awarded for sites that meet one of the following: For projects with less than 50 dwelling units per acre, the site must include, in aggregate, at least 50 square feet per home of usable outdoor gathering space. Applicable outdoor common areas include courtyards, sports facilities, play structures, turf areas, rooftop gardens, community gardens, or other outdoor spaces that encourage interaction and spontaneous gathering. GreenPoint Rated Existing Home Rating Manual Version 6.0, September 2013 © Build It Green 117