What can be submitted once a building has reached a minimum occupancy of 80% for two years after completion?

The Pearl Operational Rating can be submitted once a building has achieved a minimum occupancy of 80% for two years after its completion. This rating focuses on the performance and operational efficiency of the building, assessing how well it meets the sustainability goals set during the design and construction phases.

The requirement of reaching 80% occupancy ensures that the operational data collected reflects real usage patterns, which is crucial for an accurate evaluation of energy efficiency, water conservation, and overall environmental impact. By waiting for two years post-occupancy, the assessment can account for seasonal variations and provide a more comprehensive understanding of how the building functions in its intended environment.

The Pearl Design Rating and the Pearl Construction Rating are related to the design and construction stages, respectively, and do not pertain to operational performance that occurs after the building is occupied. Thus, those ratings cannot be submitted based on occupancy metrics post-completion. In this context, only the Pearl Operational Rating aligns with the criteria of occupancy and time after completion.