Which of the following would meet the requirements of an infill site?

Which of the following would meet the requirements of an infill site?
A . At least 25% of its Boundary Borders parcels that are each at least 75% previously disturbed
B . At least 50% of the land area, exclusive of rights-of-way. within a 1/2 mi. (0.8 km) distance from the project boundary Is previously disturbed
C . At least 75% of its boundary borders parcels that are Individually at least 50% previously disturbed, and aggregate are at least 75% previously disturbed
D . The site. in combination with bordering parcels, forms an aggregate parcel whose boundary Is 50% bounded by parcels that ore individually at least 75% previously disturbed, and in aggregate are at least 75% previously disturbed

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Answer: C

Explanation:

The requirement for an infill site under LEED® Neighborhood Development is that at least 75% of the site’s boundary must border parcels that are individually at least 50% previously disturbed, and in aggregate, at least 75% of the boundary must be adjacent to previously disturbed parcels. This criterion supports the redevelopment of previously developed land and helps in reducing urban sprawl by encouraging the use of already impacted sites.

Detailed Explanation

Infill Development:

Infill development refers to the practice of developing vacant or underused parcels within existing urban areas that are already largely developed. LEED-ND promotes infill development as it typically results in more efficient land use, reduces the need for new infrastructure, and supports the revitalization of existing communities.

Previously Disturbed Parcels:

A "previously disturbed" parcel refers to land that has been altered by previous development or human activities, making it more suitable for redevelopment without contributing to the loss of greenfield sites (undeveloped land).

Boundary Criteria:

The specific requirement that 75% of the project’s boundary borders disturbed parcels ensures that the site is surrounded by areas that have already experienced some level of development. This aligns with LEED-ND’s goals of encouraging sustainable development patterns that optimize land use within existing urbanized areas.

Reference: The LEED-ND Reference Guide elaborates on the criteria for infill sites under the Smart Location & Linkage (SLL) category, particularly emphasizing the importance of reusing previously disturbed land. The LEED v4 Neighborhood Development documentation provides detailed definitions and examples to clarify what constitutes an infill site.

For more information, review the materials available through USGBC:

LEED Reference Guide for Neighborhood Development