How many points can a project receive for Open Space under SS Credit?

The Open Space credit under the Sustainable Sites (SS) category allows projects to earn points by providing outdoor space that is accessible, usable, and designed to support community interaction and biodiversity. For LEED BD+C v4, projects can achieve a maximum of 1 point for fulfilling the intent of creating open space that benefits the project and surrounding environment.

This particular credit values the effort toward providing a minimum amount of open space relative to the total site area, with a specific focus on ensuring that the open space is designed thoughtfully—rather than offering multiple tiers or point values based on differing metrics. Therefore, it's structured to be straightforward, with only one point available for achieving the required criteria, distinguishing it clearly from other credits that may offer a range of points for varying levels of performance or more complex requirements.

The options suggesting higher point values or ranges such as 2 or 3 points do not align with the established LEED BD+C v4 framework for this specific credit. Hence, the accurate understanding of the Open Space credit is crucial for effective project planning and maximizing potential LEED certification points.