What is the minimum parking reduction required to achieve 1 point in the Reduced Parking Footprint credit?

To earn 1 point under the Reduced Parking Footprint credit in LEED V4, the project must achieve a minimum parking reduction of 40%. This credit encourages project teams to minimize the negative impacts of parking facilities on the surrounding environment by reducing the number of parking spaces provided. The threshold for maximum point allocation is based on the percentage reduction from the base case parking capacity, which is determined by the local zoning code or ordinances.

While a reduction of 50%, 60%, or 70% would yield additional points, the key point is that a reduction of 40% is the minimum threshold necessary to achieve at least 1 point in this category. This promotes more sustainable transportation options by incentivizing developers to lessen reliance on vehicles.