Does building schools to acoustical standards cost more? Do you have information that can show the differences in building construction costs of new K-12 schools designed to meet ANSI/ASA S12.60, National Standard Acoustical Performance Criteria, Design Requirements and Guidelines for Schools or LEED for Schools, compared to project costs for new schools that do not meet those standards? The National Institute of Building Sciences is interested in this information. It would be useful if you could identify schools as elementary, middle or high schools, and include the year of construction and the building construction cost per square foot. It would also be helpful for you to provide the project location (e.g., city and state). If designed to LEED for Schools, indicate certified, silver, gold or platinum.
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Judy Marks Hon. AIA
Natl Clearinghouse Education Facilities
Washington DC
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