Incorporate a diversity of land uses

Rationale: 

Incorporating both residential and non-residential land uses increases walkability of a community, supporting increased physical activity and decreased risk of chronic disease related to sedentary lifestyles; diverse land uses also are associated with reduced risk of crime and contribute to increased social cohesion and perceived safety.

Requirements

Demonstrate compliance with the below:

Non-Residential Uses (Full Credit):

To achieve full credit, demonstrate compliance with the following requirement:

1. Include a minimum of two of the following qualifying non-residential uses within the project: 

• areas of commerce (such as retail corridors, restaurants, or markets) 
• civic and/or institutional buildings (such as libraries, schools, or community centers) 
• commercial buildings (such as office buildings or other places of employment) 
• light industrial buildings (such as the light industry, light manufacturing, or bulk warehouse).

Open spaces, such as parks or plazas, do not qualify as non-residential uses for this strategy.

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Annotated maps/plans
• Uploaded copy of materials