C
Landscape
C15. CERTIFICATION THROUGH LANDSCAPE PROGRAM THROUGH THIRD PARTY
CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION
One point of credit is available for projects that design and build solutions that go beyond the landscape measures of the GreenPoint Rater program, and receive official certification from a local sustainable landscape program. Examples of acceptable programs include the following:
� San Francisco Bay area— Bay Friendly Landscaping and Gardening Coalition
( http:// www. bayfriendlycoalition. org /) � Los Angeles area— California Friendly Landscaping( http:// www. bewaterwise. com / index. html) � Sacramento area— River-Friendly Landscaping
( http:// www. msa. saccounty. net / sactostormwater / RFL /)
Complying with local landscape ordinance does not meet the requirements of this measure.
VERIFICATION Documentation: The Rater will collect a copy of certification from the local landscape program.
INTENT
To create landscapes that are in harmony with natural conditions. To reduce waste and increase recycling. To nurture healthy soils, reduce fertilizer use, conserve water, save energy, and retain topsoil. To minimize chemical use, reduce stormwater runoff, and create wildlife habitat.
C16. MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL
CRITERIA FOR QUALIFICATION
One point of credit is available for including a Bay-Friendly Qualified Professional( BFQP) or equivalent certified professional as a primary member of the maintenance team. The professional must have graduated from the Bay-Friendly Training for Maintaining Existing Landscapes or equivalent training program, and must hold his or her qualification current. Project manager is the preferred role for the certified individual.
VERIFICATION
Documentation: The Rater will collect verification of current BFQP certification or equivalent certification of the professional on the maintenance team.
INTENT
DRAFT
To encourage proper maintenance of a well-designed landscape to ensure that benefits continue.
DRAFT GreenPoint Rated New Home Rating Manual 24 Version 6.0, September 2013
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