Question 8.1

1 of 1 in Buildings

Objective

To ensure individual buildings underpin the sustainability of the development.

Importance: Importance

Question

What BREEAM/ EcoHomes/Code for Sustainable Homes rating sought for the proposed buildings?

For a building type not covered by BREEAM Offices, Industrial, Schools, Retail, or Ecohomes, a bespoke BREEAM assessment can be conducted. Please seek further guidance from the BREEAM office at BRE

Targets and Justification

Best
BREEAM / EcoHomes Excellent or Code Level 5 for <10 dwellings & Code Level 6 for 10 or more dwellings
Good
BREEAM / EcoHomes Excellent or Code Level 4 for <10 dwellings & Code Level 5 for 10 or more dwellings
Minimum
BREEAM / EcoHomes Very Good or Code Level 3 for <10 dwellings & Code Level 4 for 10 or more dwellings

Applies to Developments

This question applies to Small, Medium and Large developments.