The earlier you choose to build green, the more opportunities you'll have to maximize your building's design and performance. If you are new to green building and feel hesitant about addressing multiple green principles on your first effort, you may want to attempt one at a time, such as, energy efficiency by replacing incandescent light bulbs with fluorescent bulbs, until you feel comfortable making larger changes.
You can also attend Green Building workshops or consult with a green builder, contractor, or rater to incorporate a wide array of techniques, such as, low-emitting and recycled materials, reflective roofs, comfort controls, water-wise landscaping, and site selection.
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Steps for Success:
- Establish a plan that embraces sustainable principles and an integrated design approach.
- Develop a statement of the project's goals, design criteria, and priorities.
- Develop a project budget that covers green building measures.
- Seek advice of a design professional with green building experience.
- Select a design and construction team that is committed to the project vision and have appropriate qualifications to indentify, select, and implement an integrated system of green building measures.
- Consuly with the Green Building Guidelines to ensure your qualification to become green certified.
- Submit a green building application form to Build It Green