Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) LEED-AP-ID+C Book

According to the LEED AP ID+C reference guide, for the purpose of achieving the Indoor Environmental Quality Credit under Enhanced IAQ Strategies, CO2 monitoring should be implemented in all densely occupied spaces1. The public areas of a hotel, including the front desk, lobby, restrooms, and corridor, are typically not considered densely occupied spaces. Therefore, a single CO2 monitor in a central location like the lobby could suffice for the entire public area to meet the requirements of the credit.

References:

• LEED v4: Interior Design + Construction Guide1.
• Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies, LEEDuser1.

The use of MERV 13 (F7) air filters is specifically required for the Indoor Environmental Quality Credit, Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies. This requirement is part of the strategies to improve indoor air quality by reducing particulate matter in the air, which can be achieved by using filters with a Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value (MERV) of 13 or higher1.

References:

• LEED v4: Interior Design + Construction Guide1.
• LEEDuser’s discussion on Filtration Credit Requirements1.