LEED v5 O+M Rating System_February 2026 - Page 079

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Indoor Environmental Quality Credit

FACILITY STEWARDSHIP PERFORMANCE

EQc4

1–3 points

INTENT

To assess how well the building is being maintained and to gather information about paths toward increased stewardship.

REQUIREMENTS

Achievement Pathways	Points
Existing Buildings	1–3
Option 1. Facility Maintenance Performance	1–2
AND/OR
Option 2. Measure Cleaning Performance	1
Path 1. Cleaning Appearance Audit	1
OR
Path 2. Cleaning Surface Testing Audit	1

Option 1. Facility Maintenance Performance (1–2 points)

Conduct an audit to determine the maintenance level of the facility during the 12-month reporting period. Points are awarded according to Table 1.

LEVEL 3: MANAGED MAINTENANCE

Level 3 is representative of an average building. Building equipment and components are functional but occasionally break down. Response times to service and maintenance calls are inconsistent. Equipment is upgraded on an as-needed basis. Overall the facility shows a basic level of care. At least 50% of maintenance activities are considered proactive (conducted before failure and malfunction).

LEVEL 2: COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE

Level 2 is representative of an above average building. Building equipment and components are functional and in operating condition. Response times to service and maintenance calls are consistent and timely. Equipment is upgraded regularly and meets current standards. Overall the facility shows an enhanced level of care. At least 75% of maintenance activities are considered proactive (conducted before failure and malfunction).

U.S. Green Building Council LEED v5 Reference Guide for Operations and Maintenance, November 2025 Edition 73