Which water efficiency credit has no exemption for exemplary performance?

The credit for Indoor Water Use Reduction does not offer an exemption for exemplary performance because it has a specific performance threshold that must be met to achieve the credit, and there is no additional level beyond that threshold for enhanced performance. This credit focuses on reducing the overall indoor water usage compared to a baseline, typically relying on fixtures and fittings that conserve water.

In contrast, other credits, such as Cooling Tower Water Use, Advanced Water Metering, and Outdoor Water Use Reduction, may have guidelines allowing projects to pursue exemplary performance by exceeding the standard requirements, thus earning additional points. However, with Indoor Water Use Reduction, the emphasis is solely on meeting the baseline criteria set forth, with no opportunity to earn extra points through exemplary innovation or further enhancements beyond what is already required for credit achievement. This structure influences project design strategies directly, encouraging compliance within set limits rather than promoting extraordinary measures.