US Green Building Council LEED AP ND Exam - Topic 5 Question 13 Discussion

Actual exam question for US Green Building Council's LEED AP ND exam

Question #: 13
Topic #: 5

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Which of the following strategies is a best practice for reducing a project's development footprint?

Aincrease the amount of impervious area on-site

BProvide parking under or within a building structure

CIncrease the number of cul-de-sacs throughout the site

DImplement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan

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Suggested Answer: B

Reducing a project's development footprint is critical for minimizing environmental impact, particularly in terms of land use and site development. Providing parking under or within a building structure is considered a best practice because it reduces the amount of land required for parking, thereby conserving open space and reducing impervious surfaces. This strategy aligns with LEED's goals of minimizing the environmental footprint of development projects. Increasing impervious areas or the number of cul-de-sacs would have the opposite effect, leading to more extensive land disturbance and potential environmental degradation.

by Cyril at Apr 09, 2025, 01:23 AM

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Erinn

2 months ago

I agree with D, but I’m surprised it’s not more common practice!

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Daren

3 months ago

A is a terrible idea, more impervious areas just worsen runoff.

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Junita

3 months ago

Definitely D! Erosion control is key for sustainability.

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Lynelle

3 months ago

Wait, increasing cul-de-sacs? That doesn’t sound right...

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Jordan

3 months ago

B is a smart move for maximizing space!

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Katie

3 months ago

Implementing erosion and sedimentation controls seems like it could help, but I need to think more about how that relates to the overall footprint.

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Rosamond

4 months ago

I vaguely remember that cul-de-sacs can actually increase the footprint, so I doubt that's the right answer.

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Denny

4 months ago

I feel like providing parking under a building could help minimize land use, but I can't recall if that's considered a best practice.

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Eloisa

4 months ago

I think I remember that increasing impervious areas isn't a good idea for reducing the footprint, but I'm not sure why.

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Ashley

4 months ago

After reading through the options, I think the parking structure and erosion control plan are the best strategies for reducing the project's development footprint. The other choices seem to go in the opposite direction.

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Christiane

4 months ago

I've got a good feeling about the parking structure approach. That seems like it could be an effective way to consolidate the project's footprint and minimize the overall site impact. The erosion control plan is also a solid choice.

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Salome

5 months ago

I'm a little unsure about this one. Increasing impervious areas doesn't sound like a good strategy for reducing the development footprint. Maybe the parking structure or erosion control plan options are better bets.

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Charlette

5 months ago

Okay, let's see. Providing parking under or within the building structure seems like it could help minimize the site footprint. And implementing an erosion and sedimentation control plan is also important for reducing environmental impact during construction.

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Maryann

5 months ago

Hmm, this is a tricky one. I think the key is to focus on strategies that reduce the overall footprint and impact of the project, rather than increasing impervious areas or cul-de-sacs.

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Isreal

10 months ago

Cul-de-sacs? Are we building a labyrinth or a construction site? Option C is a dead end in my opinion.

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Alita

10 months ago

Parking under the building? That's thinking outside the box! Option B gets my vote for innovative design.

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Mattie

9 months ago

Parking under the building is definitely a unique approach. Option B is a winner in my book.

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Rosalia

9 months ago

I think option B is the way to go. It's a smart way to reduce the project's development footprint.

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Tamie

9 months ago

I agree, parking under the building is a great idea. It saves space and looks modern.

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Buck

10 months ago

Who needs trees and greenery when you can just pave the whole site? Option A is the way to go for maximum efficiency.

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Truman

9 months ago

D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan

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Ranee

9 months ago

Who needs trees and greenery when you can just pave the whole site?

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Malinda

10 months ago

A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site

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Mitsue

10 months ago

I was hoping for a more creative solution, but I guess Option D is the safest bet. Maybe we can sneak in a few cul-de-sacs for fun later on.

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Cathern

9 months ago

We can always add some cul-de-sacs for fun later, but let's focus on the best practices first.

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My

9 months ago

Yeah, implementing a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is a smart move.

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Fredric

10 months ago

Option D is definitely the way to go for reducing the project's development footprint.

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Matt

10 months ago

I believe implementing a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is also important to minimize environmental impact.

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Temeka

10 months ago

I agree with Justine. An effective construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is essential for sustainable development.

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Selma

8 months ago

I agree, a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is crucial

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Simona

8 months ago

D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan

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Lavonna

9 months ago

B) Provide parking under or within a building structure

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Stephaine

9 months ago

A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site

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Jesse

9 months ago

I agree, having parking under or within a building structure can help reduce the project's development footprint.

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Horace

9 months ago

D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan

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Jacquline

9 months ago

B) Provide parking under or within a building structure

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Deonna

10 months ago

A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site

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Justine

11 months ago

Option D seems like the most logical choice. Erosion and sedimentation control is crucial for reducing the project's footprint.

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Celestine

10 months ago

I agree, implementing a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is definitely a best practice for reducing the development footprint.

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Gregoria

10 months ago

Option D seems like the most logical choice. Erosion and sedimentation control is crucial for reducing the project's footprint.

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Rashad

11 months ago

I agree with Cammy. It helps reduce the project's development footprint by utilizing space efficiently.

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Cammy

11 months ago

I think the best practice is to provide parking under or within a building structure.

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