LEED AP Building Design and Construction (BD+C) Practice Exam

Which type of lighting is exempt from uplight and light trespass requirements?

1. Residential exterior lighting

2. Specialized lighting for transportation

3. Security lighting

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Specialized lighting for transportation

Specialized lighting for transportation is exempt from uplight and light trespass requirements within the context of LEED certification. The reasoning behind this exemption is that transportation lighting plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of travel. This type of lighting is often designed for specific applications such as roadways, parking lots, and transit facilities, where the primary goal is to illuminate these areas to facilitate safe movement. Additionally, regulations regarding transportation lighting often take precedence to ensure visibility for vehicles and pedestrians. This implies that the benefits of specialized lighting for transportation—such as enhancing safety and security—justify the exemption from certain restrictions that would typically apply to other types of outdoor lighting. In contrast, other categories such as residential exterior lighting and security lighting have broader implications for surrounding environments and are therefore subject to regulations around uplight and light trespass to mitigate adverse effects on neighboring properties and ecosystems.