I have reviewed the archives and found a few threads on this topic but
couldn't find either good resolution, or a clear enough string to reply to,
so I thought I would re-post:

ASHRAE 90.1 App G doesn't let you include dwelling units in typical LPD
calcs. They say you need to plug in the same number for both proposed and
baseline.

But you can apparently pursue exceptional calcs to justify any cost savings
in LEED. But you need to show some kind of analysis as to how you chose a
baseline, such as a study or something presumably that shows typical w /sf
for residential.

We have worked very hard to reduce energy use in lighting in a few high-rise
residential projects and would like to be able to receive credit for that on
our energy model.

Has anyone been through this with USGBC and / or know of a good resource for
a baseline w / sf for residential?

In advance, thank you very much. Great forum.

Sincerely,

Joe Snider, AIA, LEED AP