Building Reuse

Extend the life cycle of existing building stock, conserve resources, retain cultural resources, reduce waste and reduce environmental impacts of new buildings as they relate to materials manufacturing and transport.
Rating Systems and Code Applicable Products/Systems
LEED NC LEED S LEED CS LEED H LEED R LEED ND CHPS CALGreen
MRc1.1
1-3 Pts.		 MRc1.1
1-2 Pts.		 MRc1
1-5 Pts.		 MRc1.1
1-3 pts.		 MRc1.1
1-3 Pts.		 GIBc5
1 Pt.		 ME3.1
1-2 Pts.		 A5.105.1.1
+ 1 LEED Regional Priority Credit most So Cal areas.
Direct support of technical goals.
  • Long life cycle
  • Durable building shell






Concrete masonry is exceptionally durable and its life-cycle considerably longer than many other building envelope systems. This allows the opportunity to refurbish the building for other uses while maintaining the concrete masonry shell.

Green Credits & Strategies - Building Reuse