City of Chamblee - LEED Requirement for Public and Commercial Buildings
Quick Summary
This program applies to the City of Chamblee's municipal buildings, not residential properties. If you own a home in Chamblee, you may be eligible for the city's Trees Atlanta Front Yard Tree Program, which provides free canopy trees, and you can use the city's EV charging stations along Peachtree Road for $1 per hour (with a $5/hour idle fee after 2 hours).
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Program Details
- Program ID
- 3049
- Last Updated
- 6/13/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
The City of Chamblee, Georgia requires all of its new municipal buildings over 5,000 square feet of occupied space or one million dollars in cost to be certified under LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards. Buildings under 5,000 square feet or one million dollars may be certified under Energy Star or EarthCraft Light Commercial standards in lieu of LEED. Additionally, other projects may be certified by programs other than LEED if approved by the Planning and Development Director. Renovations must also follow LEED guidelines, or other programs if LEED certification is not feasible. The City of Chamblee also has a Sustainability Purchasing Policy which requires the city to incorporate environmental considerations when purchasing goods and services.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.