Provide occupants access to a dedicated quiet room

Rationale: A dedicated, private quiet room provides a space for retreat, meditation, and rest away from unwanted noise allowing for restoration, contributing to reduced stress and anxiety levels.

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Requirements

Demonstrate compliance one of the options with the below:

Option 1 - Quiet Room (Full Credit):

Include a quiet room that meets all the following requirements:

1. Include a dedicated quiet room within the project that is accessible to all full- and part-time employees and staff within the project.
2. Ensure that the identified quiet room is located within the project.
3. Ensure that the quiet room can be locked or shown to be "in use" and is shielded from view of other occupants.
4. Ensure that the quiet room is not used for any other purpose.

Option 2 - Quiet Communal Room (Partial Credit):

Include a quiet communal space that meets all the following requirements:

1. Include a dedicated low-noise communal room within the project that is accessible to all full- and part-time employees and staff within the project.
2. Ensure that the identified communal room is located within the project.
3. Install permanent signage within the communal room communicating to occupants to limit calls, conversations, or other noise-generating activities.

Compliance Documentation

Types of compliance documentation required:

• Annotated plans
• Annotated photographs
• Certified statements