What aspects of each space should the LEED consultant consider to identify the regularly occupied spaces on a project to ensure that floor area values are utilized consistently across credits?

What aspects of each space should the LEED consultant consider to identify the regularly occupied spaces on a project to ensure that floor area values are utilized consistently across credits?
A . Rate of outdoor air provided per person
B . Fire ratings of installed wall and ceiling assemblies
C . Average number of occupants standing or seated
D . Typical duration of occupancy in each space per day

Answer: C

Explanation:

. Average number of occupants standing or seated

To identify the regularly occupied spaces on a project, the LEED consultant should consider the average number of occupants standing or seated in each space, as this is the criterion used by the LEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 20091. Regularly occupied spaces are defined as areas where workers are seated or standing as they work (or perform regular tasks) inside a building2. The typical duration of occupancy in each space per day is not necessarily relevant, as some spaces may be used intermittently but still qualify as regularly occupied2. The rate of outdoor air provided per person and the fire ratings of installed wall and ceiling assemblies are not related to the definition of regularly occupied spaces, but rather to other credits such as Indoor Environmental Quality or Fire and Life Safety.