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Glossary

LEED v5 glossary | LEED v4 glossary

The terms below are applicable to LEED v5: BD+C, ID+C, and O+M

adapted vegetation  Link to this term

non-invasive, non-native plant species that have acclimated to the specific physical conditions of a site and are capable of thriving under typical climate conditions (soil composition, climate, and geology) and are capable of coexisting with native or indigenous plant communities under typical climate conditions

adjacent site  Link to this term

a where a contiguous 25% or more borders land parcels (disregarding rights-of-way) that are

adjusted product value  Link to this term

a product's value (cost, area, volume, or unit) multiplied by its score

administrative district  Link to this term

a geographic area within a state or region, defined for governing purposes (commonly may be known as a county, district, shire, municipality, or province)

alternative water  Link to this term

a water source, in addition to the primary water supply, that does not negatively impact the area’s hydrology, prioritizes practices and technologies that enhance aquifer recharge and integrated watershed management; includes on-site reclaimed water, off-site supplied reclaimed wastewater, graywater, rainwater, stormwater, treated seawater, condensate, nuisance water, treated blowdown from process water, reject water from reverse osmosis, and other recycled water sources

ancillary structures  Link to this term

a structure located within the that provides support for the certifying building, for example parking structures or outbuildings

area median income (AMI)  Link to this term

the income level that divides a population income distribution of an area in half, with half of the population having income above that amount, and half of the population having income below that amount; calculated on an annual basis using census data

attendance boundary  Link to this term

the limits used by school districts to determine what school students attend based on where they live

backlight rating  Link to this term

B component of a BUG rating which indicates the amount of light a luminaire emits opposite from the area intended to be lighted; a high B rating maximizes the spread of light, and is effective and efficient when used far from the property line but when luminaires are located near the property line, a lower B rating will prevent unwanted light from interfering with neighboring properties

base envelope performance factor  Link to this term

calculated results for a prescriptively compliant base design from a simplified energy modeling protocol in ASHRAE 90.1 Normative Appendix C, used to quickly evaluate building envelope trade-offs

bicycle network  Link to this term

a group of continuously connected paths totaling at least 3 miles (4,800 meters) functioning to make bicycle-riding safer, consisting of dedicated bicycle paths or lanes, multiuse trails, streets with a maximum speed limit of 25 mph (40 kph), and/or sidewalks where local code permits bicycles

bicycle-sharing stations  Link to this term

part of bike-sharing systems, providing designated locations where users can rent and return shared bicycles for short-term use within a city or region (may also be known as bike docking stations or bike docks)

bicycling distance  Link to this term

distance between two points measured along a

breathing zone  Link to this term

region within an between planes 3 and 72 in. (75 and 1800 mm) above the floor and more than 2 ft (600 mm) from the walls or fixed air-conditioning equipment

buildable land  Link to this term

or land on which construction is legally allowed occur; may exclude public rights-of-way and land on which parking garages are built; to be subdivided into zoning areas for residential, nonresidential, and mixed-use if the separate densities path is pursued

canopy cover  Link to this term

land area within the shaded by the leaves, branches, trunks and stems of trees, as viewed from above.

carbon assessment  Link to this term

a USGBC-generated report based on the project's estimated greenhouse gas emissions over a 25-year period from energy use, refrigerants, , and for some projects, transportation

case goods  Link to this term

various types of non-upholstered, ready-made storage or display solutions that are not permanently installed, including but not limited to desks, credenzas, filing cabinets, bookshelves, retail display cases, and lockers

casework  Link to this term

various types of non-upholstered custom, or semi-custom, storage or display solutions that are permanently installed, including but not limited to cabinets, drawers, bathroom vanities, nurses stations, and bookcases; may be partially or fully assembled off-site (also known as architectural casework or cabinetry)

common areas  Link to this term

spaces within a building that are owned and operated by the building landlord or developer and designed for shared use by all building occupants (in outdoor malls and other such spaces with exterior circulation: by all occupants of the development), rather than being under lease as part of a tenant space; including but not limited to circulation, restrooms, smoking rooms, information service areas, food courts, seating areas, fitness centers, laundry rooms, and lobbies

compatible road materials  Link to this term

see paving (pavement)

core learning spaces  Link to this term

a space that is regularly occupied and used for educational activities where the primary functions are teaching and learning, and good speech communication is critical to students� academic achievement (Adapted from ANSI S12.60); inclusive of workshop type classrooms; exclusive of natatoriums, auditoriums, music performance spaces, teleconferencing rooms, gymnasiums

cradle-to-gate  Link to this term

a way to describe the partial scope of a product life-cycle assessment, which includes modules A1 (raw material supply), A2 (transport), A3 (manufacturing)

cradle-to-grave  Link to this term

a way to describe the scope of a whole-building or product life-cycle assessment, which includes modules A (product and construction process ), B (use - excluding operating energy and water), and C (end of life) at a minimum

criteria areas  Link to this term

the five aspects of sustainability on which a construction product is evaluated: climate health, human health, ecosystem health, social health and equity, and circular economy

critical equipment  Link to this term

equipment most essential to maintain functionality during a power outage, often related to life safety or business continuity. Examples include servers, communication equipment, life support equipment, security systems, emergency lighting, or minimum HVAC capacity need to maintain life-support conditions as defined by the project team

design development phase  Link to this term

a mid-point verification step between the schematic design and construction documentation phases in which the schematic plans and elevations are reviewed, revised and expanded to incorporate all the details and specifications required for construction; by the end of design development (DD) the design drawings and specifications are sufficiently complete to establish and define the facility's size, function, configuration and spaces, the operation or use of equipment and the materials for all the principal building structures and systems - with this information, the project budget and schedule and all building plans are finalized

development footprint  Link to this term

the portion within a that is covered by the building footprint, site structures, infrastructure, and pavement

district energy  Link to this term

thermal energy generated in one or more central energy conversion plant(s) and distributed through a central transmission and distribution network to a group of buildings; types of district energy include hot water, steam, and chilled water; any portion of this energy generated and used within the must be classified as project energy use rather than as district energy (also referenced as DES, district thermal energy, district steam, district cooling system, district systems)

disturbed land/landscape  Link to this term

land that has been altered or impacted by human activities (examples: construction, mining, agriculture, infrastructure, pollution), leading to changes in the soil, vegetation, or other natural features

diversion  Link to this term

sending waste materials to a destination other than landfill or incineration so they can be put back into circulation (salvage, reuse, recycling, take-back programs); also referenced as divert or diverted

embodied carbon  Link to this term

greenhouse gas emissions from the manufacturing, transportation, installation, maintenance, and disposal of building and infrastructure materials; a significant contributor of global emissions

embodied carbon assessment  Link to this term

comparison of the calculations for the project's total (based on project's bill of materials, including quantities and units of measure) and the industry averages for embodied carbon intensity (ECI), covering material categories defined by robust and widely recognized publications (such as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the most recent Carbon Leadership Forum Material Baselines report) and industry-wide environmental product disclosures (EPDs) applicable to the project region

embodied carbon intensity (ECI)  Link to this term

a way of comparing the greenhouse gas emissions of a product or building that accounts for scale; calculated by dividing the total emissions by a metric of operation (such as the gross floor area or number of products/units produced); reported in carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) per unit

emergency support systems  Link to this term

power or thermal energy generation systems that generate electricity, heating, or cooling upon failure of the primary system in a power outage or extreme temperature event

entryway systems  Link to this term

flooring solutions designed to accommodate and withstand climate-appropriate conditions and frequent cleaning to prevent dirt and particulates from entering the building, including grates, grilles, slotted systems, or rollout mats; located at all , ideally at least 10 feet (3 meters) long in the primary direction of travel

existing  Link to this term

present at the time of construction permit issuance for the certifying project

family restroom  Link to this term

a gender-inclusive, accessible restroom that is designed for use by caregivers and the individuals they assist, such as children, older adults, and people with disabilities

finish carpentry  Link to this term

decorative and/or functional interior architectural elements (commonly wood, MDF, composites or plastics) that are pre-fabricated, pre-finished, or pre-shaped off-site and ready to be permanently installed by a finish carpenter, including but not limited to trim/moldings, wall base/skirting, railings, paneling, and millwork

finish materials  Link to this term

construction materials covered under CSI MasterFormat Division 09 Finishes and finish carpentry

functional entry  Link to this term

any exterior pedestrian door into the building that all occupants can use for access; may or may not be a main building entrance

future source energy  Link to this term

the source energy for the project estimated based on electric site-to-source energy conversion factors that account for the anticipated increase in renewable energy generation through 2050. Projects in the U.S. must use an electric site-to-source conversion factor of 2.0

green lease  Link to this term

a lease that establishes clauses and operational procedures that advance utility-efficient and carbon-neutral buildings

greenfield  Link to this term

land within the that has not been graded, compacted, cleared, or disturbed and that supports (or could support) open space, habitat, or natural hydrology

healthcare spaces  Link to this term

an inpatient, outpatient, or residential health, care, and support facility

infill location  Link to this term

a site that exists within a mostly built-out area; often in an urban area with a high level of demand

infill site  Link to this term

a school site on an having at least 75% of its bordering parcels that are previously developed sites

informal transit  Link to this term

a transit service in which individuals travel together in a passenger car or small van that seats at least four people; can include human-powered conveyances, which must accommodate at least two people, an enclosed passenger seating area, fixed route service, fixed fare structure, regular operation, and the ability to pick up multiple riders

inherently nonemitting  Link to this term

building materials that, owing to their composition or use in construction, do not emit VOCs and therefore do not require an emissions evaluation

integrated pest management (IPM)  Link to this term

a widely accepted, scientific approach to pest management that effectively reduces pest populations or their damage in indoor and outdoor environments while minimizing human health and environmental hazards

islanding  Link to this term

capability to ensure safe operation of the building’s on-site renewable systems, energy storage, and critical equipment in the event of a power outage using automatic transfer switch and controls that isolate the project from the grid

job-related skills training  Link to this term

relevant instruction program targeted for construction workers that is a formal apprenticeship program approved and validated by a local government agency, accredited school, or labor union

jobs-to-housing ratio  Link to this term

a comparison metric that indicates the number of jobs to the number of dwelling units in a half mile walking distance from the project main entrance in all directions

least-risk pesticide  Link to this term

a registered pesticide identified by the project to have a lower probability of harm than alternative pesticides as determined via a hazard screening process and consideration of formulation and use pattern

life-skills training  Link to this term

training program for construction workers, conducted by an organization or government entity, on the construction site, covering topics such as financial literacy, debt management, first-time home buying, or entrepreneurship training

long-term bicycle storage  Link to this term

bicycle parking that is easily accessible to residents and employees and covered to protect bicycles from weather elements

long-term occupants  Link to this term

a type of regular project occupant that must stay in their post/specific work area and is not permitted the flexibility to move about the building during their shift

low-impact development (LID) and green infrastructure (GI) practices  Link to this term

a comprehensive approach to managing stormwater and its impacts by preserving and protecting as much of the natural site condition as possible, using site design and storm water management to maintain the site’s pre-development runoff rates and volumes by mimicking the site’s predevelopment hydrology through nature-based methods that infiltrate, filter, store, evaporate, and temporarily detain runoff close to the source of rainfall

main entrance  Link to this term

see

major transit stop  Link to this term

a location with an� rail transit station, a ferry terminal served by either a bus or rail transit service, or the intersection of two or more major bus routes with a service interval frequency of 15 minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak weekday commute periods, and offering weekend service

millwork  Link to this term

specialized carpentry of custom architectural features (such as doors, door/window frames, stairs) and other custom woodwork, performed in a workshop/mill shop/millwork shop based on customized specifications of the project so as to be permanently installed on the project with little or no alteration

minor improvements  Link to this term

bicycle and pedestrian pathways no more than 12 feet wide (3.5 meters), of which no more than 8 feet (2.5 meters) may be impervious; activities to maintain or restore native natural communities and/or natural hydrology; one single-story structure per 300 linear feet (90 linear meters) on average, not exceeding 500 square feet (45 square meters); grade changes necessary to ensure public access; clearings, limited to one per 300 linear feet (90 linear meters) on average, not exceeding 500 square feet (45 square meters) each; removal of the following tree types: hazardous trees (up to 75% of dead trees), trees less than 6 inches (150 millimeters) diameter at breast height, up to 20% of trees more than 6 inches (150 millimeters) diameter at breast height with a condition rating of 40% or higher, trees under 40% condition rating per an arborist certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) using ISA standard measures (or local equivalent for projects outside the U.S.); brownfield remediation activities

multi-attribute score  Link to this term

the valuation of a building product based on its cumulative achievement levels across all criteria areas, up to a maximum of five

natural hazard  Link to this term

physical environmental events that have the potential to cause damage or loss

nonresidential density  Link to this term

the floor-to-area ratio of the nonresidentially zoned area within the buildable land offset from the

nonroof measures  Link to this term

site design strategies to reduce heat absorption and radiation involving shading over and material selection of hardscape

nonstructural building products  Link to this term

any element that is not part of the building's structural system (also pertains to references to nonstructural materials)

occupied floor area  Link to this term

sum of the floor areas of the within the building

occupied spaces  Link to this term

an enclosed space intended for human activities excluding spaces that are intended to be occupied occasionally and for short periods of time, such as storage rooms, equipment rooms, and emergency exit ways

ongoing consumable  Link to this term

a product that has a low cost per unit and is regularly used and replaced in the course of business, including but not limited to: paper, toner cartridges, binders, batteries, and desk accessories (also known as ongoing purchases)

open-grid pavement system  Link to this term

a paving system, comprised of at least 50% by volume unbound material (such as gravel, soil and / or vegetation) which is contained within a structural matrix (such as concrete or plastic) in a manner that reduces thermal emittance and increases permeability from bound paving systems

outdoor cooling station  Link to this term

unenclosed evaporative cooling solutions (e.g., fountains, misters, water features, etc.) that are outside on a project site for project occupants to use, especially in extreme heat

owner's project requirements (OPR)  Link to this term

a document, written or directly informed and approved by the project Owner, detailing the functional requirements of the building, the expectations of the building’s use and operation, and the objectives for the project to ensure that all stated goals become integral with the building design, construction, and operation; requires ongoing updates throughout the design phases

parking capacity  Link to this term

the quantity of all and new off-street parking spaces that are leased or owned by the project, including parking that is outside the but is used by the project, for free or a fee; excludes on-street parking in public rights-of-way

passively  Link to this term

without power or backup power; instead due to orientation, layout, insulation, thermal mass, natural ventilation, daylighting, and airtightness

peak coincident thermal demand  Link to this term

the highest average thermal energy use from cooling, heating, service water heating, and process heating during any one hour-period over a twelve-month timeframe, measured in units of kilowatts (kW) or Btu/h or tons

peak visitors  Link to this term

the highest number of visitors at the project at one time

pedestrian access  Link to this term

sidewalks, crosswalks, paths and/or other maintained infrastructure that supports walkers' safety from vehicles

percentile of rainfall events  Link to this term

the specific amount of precipitation in a 24-hour period that a selected percentage of all rainfall events do not exceed for a selected period of record (for example, a 95th percentile rainfall event is the depth of precipitation in a 24-hour period which exceeds 95 percent of all 24-hour rainfall events during the period of record, such as 10 or 30 years); calculated using daily precipitation data (excluding monthly and or annual averages) from the entire period of record, removing events from the data set that are 0.1 inch (2.5 mm) or less

permanent  Link to this term

secured to the building or site for the life of the project; not meant to be relocated or removed without tools or assistance from special trades and facilities management (also referenced as permanently, permanently installed, and permanently secured)

planned major transit stop  Link to this term

a rail transit station, a ferry terminal served by either a bus or rail transit service, or the intersection of two or more major bus routes with frequencies of service intervals of 15 minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak commute periods that is sited, funded, and under construction by the date of the certificate of occupancy and is complete within 24 months of that date

previously developed  Link to this term

altered under permit of previous ownership by the addition of paving, infrastructure, and/or buildings, preceding any construction permit issuance for the certifying project; does not include natural land protected by permit or land altered under permit for clearing, filling, agricultural use, or forestry use, or land with a permit for development but not yet altered

previously occupied space  Link to this term

a leased space where are being made, not leasehold improvements (the enhancements or modifications made to a leased commercial property by the landlord; intended to increase the property’s value and attract potential tenants)

primary exterior entrances  Link to this term

the main, designated entry points to the building; typically have the most visibility and accessibility (also referenced as main entrances)

prime farmland  Link to this term

land that has the best combination of physical and chemical characteristics for producing food, feed, forage, fiber, and oilseed crops, and is also available for these uses (the land could be cropland, pastureland, rangeland, forest land, or other land, but not urban built-up land or water); has the soil quality, growing season, and moisture supply needed to economically produce sustained high yields of crops when treated and managed, including water management, according to acceptable farming methods; have an adequate and dependable water supply from precipitation or irrigation, a favorable temperature and growing season, acceptable acidity or alkalinity, acceptable salt and sodium content, and few or no rocks; permeable to water and air; not excessively erodible or saturated with water for a long period of time, and either do not flood frequently or are protected from flooding

project boundary  Link to this term

the limits of the LEED project drawn in compliance with the parameters of the Minimum Program Requirements, must be consistently applied to every attempted prerequisite and credit

proposed envelope performance factor  Link to this term

calculated results for the proposed design from a simplified energy modeling protocol in ASHRAE 90.1 Normative Appendix C, used to quickly evaluate building envelope trade-offs

public use space  Link to this term

a space in a school, used by the school occupants during school operating hours, that is accessible to and available for use by the public, typically by reservation for events, outside of the school's operating hours

publicly available uses  Link to this term

basic amenities (also known as uses) that meet the intent to promote livability, walkability, and transportation efficiency; categorized by the five use types, that are open to and able to be used by the public (or by those within a secure military base); automated, mobile, and automobile-oriented services do not support the intent

regular building occupants  Link to this term

routine users of a project (full- and part-time) such as employees, daily volunteers, support staff (ex. janitors), residents (dormitory, apartment, condo), overnight hotel guests, medical inpatients, and K-12 students; also referenced as regular occupants and regular project occupants

regularly occupied spaces  Link to this term

that, when occupied, are occupied for approximately one hour of an occupant's continuous time

regularly used exterior building entrances  Link to this term

primary and secondary pedestrian-doors into a building that are used by regular building occupants and/or ; includes doors from parking garages or other connected structures, and any balconies, terraces, or roofs; exit-only doors and doors to building-service-only areas (ex. mechanical rooms) may be excluded

residential density  Link to this term

the number of dwelling units within an acre or hectare

reused materials  Link to this term

recovered material from on-site or off-site that is used again for the same or different purpose, inclusive of materials that are modified and reinstalled

runoff coefficient  Link to this term

a dimensionless value, determined by the project engineer and/or local jurisdiction, ranging from 0.05-0.95, that indicates the amount of runoff to the amount of precipitation received; based on the soil type, gradient, permeability and land use; a larger value for areas with low infiltration and high runoff (pavement, steep gradient), and lower for permeable, well vegetated areas (forest, flat land)

runoff volume  Link to this term

the portion of precipitation (e.g., rainfall, snowmelt) that does not infiltrate into the soil within a watershed boundary; calculated as the total sum of runoff volumes from each sub-watershed, where each sub-watershed's runoff volume is determined by multiplying its surface area, precipitation depth for the selected percentile of rainfall events, and the runoff coefficient

sealants  Link to this term

any material with adhesive properties that is designed to fill, seal, waterproof, or weatherproof gaps or joints between two surfaces (includes caulks); different than a sealer (which is a coating)

service life  Link to this term

the assumed length of time the LEED project will be operational for the purposes of an assessment

shared socioeconomic pathways (SSP)  Link to this term

emissions scenarios, up to the year 2100, as defined in the IPCC Sixth Assessment Report: represent ‘sustainability� (SSP1: a world shifting toward sustainability, with low challenges to mitigation and adaptation; focus on equity, education, and clean energy), a ‘middle-of-the-road� path (SSP2: a continuation of current trends, with moderate challenges to both mitigation and adaptation), and ‘regional rivalry� (SSP3: a fragmented world with nationalism and regional conflict, high challenges to mitigation and adaptation and little international cooperation)

short-term bicycle storage  Link to this term

commercial-grade bicycle parking rack for locking ' bicycles in place for the duration of their stay

shuttles  Link to this term

a form of human transportation that travels regularly back-and-forth between two places (such as the project and a major transit stop)

single-material recycler/recycling  Link to this term

a recycling facility or process of one material stream only (ex. concrete, scrap metal, clean wood, drywall/gypsum board)

site structures  Link to this term

anything constructed or erected on the ground within the project boundary, including buildings, walls, fences, and other human-made elements

social impact entity  Link to this term

the owners, operators, and/or occupants of a

social impact project  Link to this term

a building or project site providing housing and/or community services to historically marginalized communities (such as  affordable housing projects, community centers, schools, or recreational facilities serving historically marginalized communities)

solar reflectance (SR)  Link to this term

a measured value, in accordance with ANSI/CRRC S100, that uses a scale of 0 to 1 to indicate the amount of solar energy that a paving material reflects, with black being 0 (low-reflectance) and white being 1 (high-reflectance)

solar reflectance index (SRI)  Link to this term

a calculated value, in accordance with ASTM E1980 that combines the solar reflectance (SR) and thermal emittance (TE) measurement expressed on a scale of 0 to 100, that indicates of the ability of a roof surface to return solar energy to the atmosphere; a higher SRI will be cooler than surfaces with a lower SRI under the same solar energy exposure

solar zone  Link to this term

designated spaces to house future solar energy generation equipment and provide the necessary structural support, mounting accommodations, interconnection pathways, and electrical space to accommodate this equipment

source energy  Link to this term

the site energy plus the estimated energy consumed or lost in the extraction, processing, and transportation of primary energy forms such as coal, oil, natural gas, biomass, and nuclear fuel; energy consumed in conversion to electricity or thermal energy; and energy consumed or lost in transmission and distribution to the building site. Source energy conversion factors are always greater than or equal to one for electricity and combustible fuel sources (also referenced as Source EUI)

take-back program  Link to this term

the organized collection of specific used materials, by a manufacturer or industry partner, for reuse, repair, and/or recycling; may encourage manufacturer focus on durability, modularity, and/or recyclability - key components of a circular economy

targeted materials  Link to this term

specific materials prioritized for based on several criteria, including high , toxic impacts in landfills, and significant potential for recovery

tenant improvements  Link to this term

the enhancements or modifications made to a leased commercial property by the tenant; intended to tailor the space to the specific needs and requirements of the tenant’s business operations

time-of-use market signals  Link to this term

indication of electricity price changes throughout the day based on fluctuations in electricity demand; higher fees associated with higher demand periods, to encourage EV charging during periods of off-peak demand

total system performance ratio (TSPR)  Link to this term

simplified, prescriptive energy model approach (based on ASHRAE 90.1-2022 Section 6.6.2.2 Mechanical System Performance Rating Method) that solely focuses on improvements to the project's HVAC system performance

total volatile organic compounds (TVOC)  Link to this term

an estimate of the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) present in the air, using a single VOC (toluene) to estimate; provides an indication of the amount of VOCs present but it does not identify the specific compounds present

transit priority area  Link to this term

an area within one-half mile of an or , and areas the local administrative district has given a priority transportation status, such as a transit-oriented development zoning district, central business district, or functional equivalent

transportation demand management (TDM) program  Link to this term

a local or regional government-mandated program designed to reduce traffic congestion, lower emissions, and support a more sustainable transportation system

underserved and/or disadvantaged populations Link to this term

groups that have limited or no access to resources or that are otherwise disenfranchised (including but not limited to people who are socioeconomically disadvantaged and institutionally underserved, people with limited English proficiency, geographically isolated or educationally disenfranchised people, people of color as well as those of ethnic and national origin minorities, women, seniors, children, individuals with disabilities, and others with access and functional needs)

unique farmland  Link to this term

land other than prime farmland that is used for the production of specific high value food and fiber crops. It has the special combination of soil quality, location, growing season, and moisture supply needed to economically produce sustained high quality and/or high yields of a specific crop when treated and managed according to acceptable farming methods.

uplight rating  Link to this term

U component of a BUG rating which indicates the amount of light into the upper hemisphere; a lower U rating will prevent artificial sky glow and energy waste

use types  Link to this term

the five categories of : food retail, community-serving retail, services, civic and community facilities, and community anchor uses

visitors  Link to this term

intermittent users of a project, such as: retail customers, medical outpatients, volunteers who only periodically use a building (e.g., once per week), higher-education classroom students

vulnerable populations  Link to this term

group of individuals who are at increased risk for health problems, health differences, and disparate physical and mental impacts linked with social, economic, and/or environmental disadvantages, including but not limited to older adults, pregnant people, children, people with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or communication barriers; veterans, racial/ethnic/religious minorities, and/or people experiencing housing insecurity

walking distance  Link to this term

distance as measured along a continuous network of sidewalks and crosswalks, and/or any other all-weather paths designed for pedestrian safety from vehicles

zero lot line  Link to this term

a plot whose building footprint typically aligns or nearly aligns with the site limits