Chattanooga Fire Station 7 Seeking LEED Certification

New fire station 7 opened in Chattanooga is seeking LEED Certification 8-24-2010:
Features of the new station:
• One-story, three-bay fire station.
• 11,500 square feet, includes accommodations for two fire companies, training room and offices.
• A “green” building in design and energy efficiency. Seeking LEED certification. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) was developed by the U.S. Building Council to establish standards for environmentally sustainable construction.
• Heat reflective paving and roofing.
• The building and surrounding site has a storm-water runoff system that features a water retention area with native vegetation.
• 15,000 gallon rainwater collection system for flushing fixtures and irrigation.
• Solar water heating system.
• High-efficiency heating/cooling system.
• Building orientation and windows maximize natural light on the interior.
• Durable, low-maintenance materials used throughout that are low-to-zero VOC (volatile organic compounds) off-gassing.
• High-efficiency plumbing and light fixtures with occupancy and daylight sensors. Low maintenance floors.
• Residential sprinkler system in sleeping areas.
See more
http://www.chattanooga.gov/General_Government/62_5313.htm