Promotes sustainable development by requiring a Green Factor score for vegetative cover, green roofs, white roofs, and landscaping integration. New developments must achieve a score of 0.30 for undeveloped land or 0.22 for previously developed sites. Compliance can alternatively be achieved with ENERGY STAR-rated buildings (75+). Developers must submit calculations, maintenance plans, and permits, with vegetation and landscaping adhering to the Indianapolis Green Infrastructure Supplement Document.
Policy Details:
Locale: Indianapolis, Indiana [Midwest]
Climate zone: Zone 5A: Cool Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Green Roofs, Cool Roof, Solar Photovoltaic Roof, Combination Roof, Permeable Pavement , Reflective Pavement, Carbon-Sequestering Concrete, Zero and Low-Carbon Concrete, Trees, Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Parkland, Habitat Spaces, Urban Meadows
Policy Type(s): City Code
Citation:
Indianapolis, IN Chapter 744, Article V, Sec. 744-509
