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- Case studies
- King County Green Building Program annual reports
- Directories
- Technical references
- Green remodeling guides
- Miscellaneous documents
Case studies
Bow Lake Recycling and Transfer Station Case StudyDownload PDF 1 MB
LEED Platinum case study of the Bow Lake Recycling and Transfer Station Project
Rural Green Building and Universal Design Case Study Download PDF 827 K
Case study of the Built Green 3-star residence of Mike and Karen Vowels in rural Duvall
Cargo Container Camper Case StudyDownload PDF 400 K
The BIG idea behind this little footprint was rethinking how King County Parks could expand its camping offerings in a sustainable and cost effective way - by "upcycling" an empty cargo container.
Custom Home Case Study – Eastside Harvest HousefDownload PDF 355 K
One of the most sustainable homes in the NW region, Eastside Harvest House takes advantage of abundant resources – sun, rain, good farming soils and climate.
Custom Home Case Study – zHomeDownload PDF 355 K
The zHome partnership team formed with a shared vision – to create an iconic, deep green, high performance development in the NW. zHome is a 10-unit townhome development in the center of Issaquah Highlands.
The 5-Star Built Green Home at Suncadia - Case StudyDownload PDF 184 K
Describes project background, resources and energy-saving technologies used in constructing a custom home that highlights the environmental and health benefits of utilizing "green" materials and building techniques.
The 5-Star Built Green Home at Suncadia - Features of Green MaterialsDownload PDF 112 K
This list of the environmentally-friendly features shows the potential benefits of using green products.
Puget Sound Sustainable Development Center Business PlanDownload PDF 1.41 MB
2004 LEEDΠAssessment Report – King County Metro Transit DivisionDownload PDF 400 K
Cutting the Scrap: Houses with Less WasteDownload PDF 48 K
Case study of Lozier Homes' Klahanie housing development project in Issaquah.
Atlantic/Central Base Demolition Case StudyDownload PDF 103 K
Kent Pullen Regional Communications and Emergency Coordination Center Case StudyDownload PDF 893 K
King County Green Roof Feasibility StudyDownload PDF 697 K
Deconstruction case studies
- GreenbridgeDownload PDF 136 K
- Harbor IslandDownload PDF 103 K
- Medina Elementary SchoolDownload PDF 98 K
- North Recovery FacilityDownload PDF 100 K
- Pan AbodeDownload PDF 98 K
- South King County Wastewater Treatment Plant – Administrative BuildingDownload PDF 104 K
- SouthcenterDownload PDF 94 K
King county green building program annual reports
2010 Green Building Program AccomplishmentsDownload PDF 1.3 MB
2009 Annual Report – King County Green Building ProgramDownload PDF 1.95 MB
2008 Annual Report – King County Green Building ProgramDownload PDF 435 K
2007 Annual Report – King County Green Building ProgramDownload PDF 1 MB
2006 Annual Report – King County Green Building ProgramDownload PDF 211 K
2003 Annual Report – King County Green Building InitiativeDownload PDF 298 K
2002 Annual Report – King County Green Building InitiativeDownload PDF 188 K
Directories
2012 King County/Seattle Construction Recycling DirectoryDownload PDF 1.3 MB
Directory of Puget Sound recycling service providers that accept construction and demolition materials for recycling.
2007 Contractors GuideDownload PDF 811 K
This guide gathers all of the essential information needed by a construction and demolition contractor working in greater King County to maximize the amount of materials leaving their jobsite as a resource, as opposed to waste.
Technical references
2011 King County Project Emissions CalculatorDownload PDF
Recycled Asphalt Shingles and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement for LEED or Sustainable Infrastructure Projects in King CountyDownload PDF 454 K
This resource will help identify new innovations and resources related to Reclaimed Asphalt Shingle and it's applications. This case study can also be used for LEED interpretations regarding asphalt pavement.
Green Home Buyers GuideDownload PDF 2.28 MB
Healthy homes for a healthy environment.
Best Management Practices for the Control of Asbestos at Construction and Demolition Materials Processing Facilities in Washington StateDownload PDF 106 K
Guidance for C&D facility managers on how to prevent asbestos containing materials from entering their facilities and how to identify and control any asbestos containing materials which do enter their facilities.
Green Home Remodeling – Do-it-yourself home energy auditDownload PDF 3.66 MB
A step-by-step guide for identifying and improving your home's energy efficiency
Green Home Remodeling – SummaryDownload PDF 556 K
An overview of issues and strategies involved in environmentally friendly home remodeling projects.
Green Home Remodeling – Bath & LaundryDownload PDF 619 K
Guide to green remodeling options for bathrooms and laundry rooms.
Green Home Remodeling – Hiring A ProDownload PDF 740 K
It makes sense to carefully consider not only your remodeling design, but the professionals who will execute it.
Green Home Remodeling – KitchensDownload PDF 797 K
Guide to making green choices in a home kitchen remodel.
Green Home Remodeling – Landscape MaterialsDownload PDF 1.6 MB
The right landscape can increase a home's value by 15%, according to the Association of Landscape Contractors of America.
Green Home Remodeling – PaintingDownload PDF 497 K
Few things can dramatically change a home's interior or exterior as quickly or cheaply as a fresh coat of paint.
Green Home Remodeling – RoofingDownload PDF 1.28 MB
Guide to roofing choices and their environmental impacts.
Green Home Remodeling – Salvage & ReuseDownload PDF 499 K
Although residential projects represent only a portion of the construction waste total, a remodel invariably results in a variety of items being discarded.
Design for Disassembly (DfD) GuideDownload PDF 1.0 MB
An introduction to the principles, methods, and materials of DfD in the built environment. Intended for owners, architects, designers and builders.
Efficient Wood Use in Residential Construction: A Practical Guide to Saving Wood, Money, and Forests external link
On-line excerpt of 1998 Natural Resources Defense Council handbook is a summary of several wood-efficient approaches to design, material selection, and construction for residential applications.
Green Building and Low Impact Development - Frequently Asked QuestionsDownload PDF
From King County's Department of Development and Environmental Services.
LEED Reference Package external link
Binder with CD contains information on registering projects with USGBC and explains how to compile and submit applications for completed projects seeking LEED certification. The LEED Reference Package can be purchased from the US Green Building Council external link .
Low Impact DevelopmentDownload PDF 4.25 MB
(Note: This is a very large file and may take several minutes to download, depending on connection speed
Technical Guidance Manual For Puget Sound
Model Low Impact Development Strategies for Big Box Retail Stores
The Greening of Surface Water Management Methods for Large Format Retailers – This study, funded in part by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, demonstrates that development choices that protect the environment are compatible with business operations.
Managing the LEED ProcessDownload PDF 185 K
An overview of LEED certification requirements
Resource-Efficient Natural Landscaping Guide external link Download PDF
Resource guide for designing, building and maintaining natural systems to lower costs and improve water conservation and soil health.
Green remodeling guides
- Do-it-yourself Home Energy AuditDownload PDF 3.66 MB
- Green Home Buyers GuideDownload PDF 2.28 MB
- Overview of Green RemodelingDownload PDF 556 K
- KitchenDownload PDF 797 K
- Bath & LaundryDownload PDF 619 K
- RoofingDownload PDF 1.28 MB
- PaintingDownload PDF 497 K
- Salvage & ReuseDownload PDF 499 K
- LandscapingDownload PDF 1.59 MB
- Hiring a ProDownload PDF 740 K
- Green Remodel Strategies for Aging at HomeDownload PDF 4 MB
Miscellaneous documents
Town Hall Seattle Charrette ReportDownload PDF 1.8 MB
2013 King County Government Confluence Workshop Results
Building Removal Assessment ToolDownload PDF 85 K
This tool allows a Project Manager to conduct a quick initial evaluation of a building slated for removal in order to determine the best course(s) of action to remove the structure while diverting the greatest amount of materials of value from the project.
Lead Paint Requirements for Salvage/DeconstructionDownload PDF 162 K
In April 2010, the EPA's 2008 Lead-Based Paint Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program Rule went into full effect. This document provides an overview of what the rule requires and how it may affect your work.
Which C&D Materials Are RecycledDownload PDF 38 K
Outlines which C&D materials are recycled when they are collected together for hauling to individual C&D recyclers.
Sample Letter to VendorDownload PDF 19 K
Language to include in a letter to vendors expressing your company's interest in reducing the amount of packaging used in items shipped to your jobsite.
