FEATURES and BENEFITS: Creation of a high-performance building supporting optimum occupant comfort and health was of extreme importance to the owners of 500 New Jersey Avenue.  Many steps have been taken reflecting the importance of occupant comfort within the building.

• Minimum IAQ Performance (MRPR1).  500 New Jersey Avenue has been designed to meet the minimum requirements for Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality as required by LEED, preventing the development of indoor air quality problems and contributing to the comfort and well-being of the building occupants.
  
  
• Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) Control (MRPR 2).  Smoking is not permitted in the building or near building entrances. The building will have a designated smoking room in the 1st floor restaurant with a high performance ventilation system as required by LEED.
  
  
• Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Monitoring (EQ1) – In order to provide occupants with adequate fresh air when required, 500 New Jersey Avenue has been equipped with a permanent carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring system that provides feedback on space ventilation performance and allows for operational adjustments as required by LEED.
  
  
• Low-Emitting Materials An important strategy for reducing occupant exposure to chemical irritants is limiting their introduction to the building during construction.  By adhering to defined limits on volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) found in building materials, the owners and tenants of 500 New Jersey Avenue are committed to creating a high quality indoor environment.