LEED Rating System Drafts

USGBC periodically seeks comments on proposed drafts of LEED Rating Systems, credits, and new issues. Learn about the comment process and comment on any open issues below.

Comment Process
LEED is developed through a process in which proposed new rating systems or significant revisions to existing ones are reviewed by USGBC, the Technical Advisory Group, USGBC's Board of Directors, and finally, the LEED Steering Committee. Once these reviews are completed, the new rating systems or revisions are opened for public review and comment. In accordance with USGBC policies, the first comment period is open to the public for at least 45 days. After the comment period closes, comments are incorporated into the draft, an outline of the changes are posted, and a second public comment period is held, during which the public can comment on any changes made since the first comment period. The final draft is delivered to USGBC members for balloting.

Respondents are encouraged to submit comments on individual credits and include recommendations for resolving any identified concerns. Recommendations could include ways to improve the practicality of the criteria for a specific credit, or ways to clarify the language of a specific requirement.

Guidelines for submitting comments:

• Comments are only accepted via the online comment form.
• Each respondent may submit only one set of comments on any individual credit.
• Comments may not be edited once submitted.
• Representatives of USGBC member and non-member organizations are encouraged to submit comments collectively.