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

Which of the following strategies is a best practice for reducing a project's development footprint?
B) Provide parking under or within a building structure
A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site
C) Increase the number of cul-de-sacs throughout the site
D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan

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?

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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
5 months ago
I agree with D, but I’m surprised it’s not more common practice!
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Daren
6 months ago
A is a terrible idea, more impervious areas just worsen runoff.
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Junita
6 months ago
Definitely D! Erosion control is key for sustainability.
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Lynelle
6 months ago
Wait, increasing cul-de-sacs? That doesn’t sound right...
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Jordan
6 months ago
B is a smart move for maximizing space!
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Katie
6 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
7 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
7 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
7 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
7 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
8 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
8 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
8 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
8 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Parking under the building? That's thinking outside the box! Option B gets my vote for innovative design.
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Mattie
12 months ago
Parking under the building is definitely a unique approach. Option B is a winner in my book.
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Rosalia
1 year 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
1 year ago
I agree, parking under the building is a great idea. It saves space and looks modern.
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Buck
1 year 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
12 months ago
D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan
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Ranee
1 year ago
Who needs trees and greenery when you can just pave the whole site?
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Malinda
1 year ago
A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site
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Mitsue
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
Yeah, implementing a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is a smart move.
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Fredric
1 year ago
Option D is definitely the way to go for reducing the project's development footprint.
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Matt
1 year ago
I believe implementing a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is also important to minimize environmental impact.
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Temeka
1 year ago
I agree with Justine. An effective construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is essential for sustainable development.
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Selma
11 months ago
I agree, a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan is crucial
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Simona
12 months ago
D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan
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Lavonna
12 months ago
B) Provide parking under or within a building structure
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Stephaine
12 months ago
A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site
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Jesse
12 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
1 year ago
D) Implement a construction erosion and sedimentation control plan
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Jacquline
1 year ago
B) Provide parking under or within a building structure
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Deonna
1 year ago
A) increase the amount of impervious area on-site
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Justine
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
I agree with Cammy. It helps reduce the project's development footprint by utilizing space efficiently.
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Cammy
1 year ago
I think the best practice is to provide parking under or within a building structure.
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