Which sequence correctly lists the major steps of the LEED certification process in order?

• A. Registration, design and construction documentation, GBCI review, certification decision, and potential appeal
• B. Registration, GBCI review, design and construction documentation, certification decision, and appeal
• C. GBCI review, registration, design and construction documentation, certification decision, and appeal
• D. Registration, design and construction documentation, certification decision, GBCI review, and appeal

Answer: (B)

The sequence starts with getting the project registered, which enrolls the project in the LEED process and sets up the project in LEED Online. After registration, the project team prepares and submits the design and construction documentation showing how the project meets the chosen credits. This submission is then reviewed by GBCI, which evaluates the documentation and may request clarifications or revisions. Once the review is complete and the documentation is deemed satisfactory (with any required changes addressed), GBCI makes the certification decision about the project’s rating. If the team disagrees with that decision, there is an appeal process to challenge it.