For schools intended for grades eight and below (or ages 14 and below), which of the following scenarios would demonstrate compliance with Location and Transportation Credit, Access to Quality Transit, Schools, Option 2. Pedestrian Access?

For schools intended for grades eight and below (or ages 14 and below), which of the following scenarios would demonstrate compliance with Location and Transportation Credit, Access to Quality Transit, Schools, Option 2. Pedestrian Access?
A . 30% of the students live no more than a 3/4 mi. (1.20 km) walking distance from a functional entry of a school building
B . 50% of the students live no more than a 3/4 mi. (1.20 km) walking distance from a functional entry of a school building
C . 30% of the students live no more than a 1 1/2 mi. (2.40 km) walking distance from a functional entry of a school building
D . 50% of the students live no more than a 1 1/2 mi. (2.40 km) walking distance from a functional entry of a school building

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Answer: B

Explanation:

For schools intended for grades eight and below (or ages 14 and below), Option 2. Pedestrian Access requires that at least 50% of the students live no more than a 3/4 mi. (1.20 km) walking distance from a functional entry of a school building. This option aims to encourage schools to locate in areas where students can walk or bike to school, reducing vehicle trips and emissions, and promoting physical activity and health. Option 2 is available only for projects that do not meet the requirements of Option 1. Transit-Served Location, which requires access to quality transit service within a 1/4 mi. (400 m) walking distance for at least 50% of the students.

References:

Access to Quality Transit credit in LEED BD+C: Schools v4 – LEED v41

LEED Certification- Requirements for LT CREDIT: ACCESS TO QUALITY TRANSIT2

Understanding the LEED BD+C: Location and Transport credit3