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commented on the timelines and fees that would be involved in getting LEED pre-certification. He describes how the Sustainable Design Guidelines would complement LEED for Communities. Commissioner Monson discussed how the Heights development would be a good resource for the JDA. Ms. Mitchell further reviewed the considerations the JDA should keep in mind when determining a recommendation, which included accountability and verification, ambition, flexibility, promotional benefits, staff time and cost. Commissioner Fabel asked what LEED stood for. Mr. Carter reported this stood for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Commissioner Reinhardt commented on how this development would be around for generations and stated the City and County could not put a dollar amount on how important it was to be LEED certified. She indicated there was a value to that and this certification would push the JDA to be accountable. She requested further information on how the development scored. Ms. Mitchell reviewed the preliminary LEED for Communities Scorecard with the JDA. She explained the scorecard would be refined throughout the pre-certification process. Commissioner Monson stated she believed what the JDA was trying to do with this development was very unique. She was of the opinion the LEED for Communities certification was necessary and would give the development great visibility. She discussed how the guidance categories would push the development and would provide accountability. Acting Chair Frethem asked if the developer has been involved in this process or energy discussions. She inquired if there would be an impact on the development costs. Mr. Carter stated he has had conversations with Alatus about the use of design guidelines and certifications for individual buildings as well as community wide. He explained there was a lot of variability with the LEED for Communities. He did not see this as a big hurdle for the developer. Commissioner Fabel questioned how the developer has reacted to the meetings where LEED for Communities has been discussed. Mr. Carter reported the developer did not seem concerned. He was of the opinion the certification would be a positive for the overall development. Ms. Mitchell explained she met with both Alatus and Ryan Companies to discuss LEED for Communities. She indicated this would be a new experience for both developers. Commissioner Reinhardt noted with Ryan Companies, one of the criteria within the RDI addressed energy, which was a recommendation from the Energy Advisory Committee. Commissioner Monson understood the developers biggest concern within the development was the single family homes.