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LEED AP Neighborhood Development Exam
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About this exam
The LEED AP Neighborhood Development (LEED AP ND) Exam assesses knowledge of the LEED for Neighborhood Development rating system and its application to planning and designing sustainable communities. It is intended for professionals such as architects, planners, urban designers, and developers who work at the neighborhood scale or want to demonstrate expertise in this area. The exam focuses on how location, transportation, site design, buildings, and community-wide strategies contribute to neighborhood sustainability—not just on individual building design.
Candidates should be ready to interpret LEED ND requirements and apply them to project situations. Important areas include rating system structure, prerequisites and credits, project eligibility and boundaries, and Smart Location topics such as infill sites, previously developed land, and transit access. The exam is administered through the LEED credentialing program; candidates generally need an active LEED Green Associate credential for the specialty exam or may pursue the combined exam option. Requirements and exam details can change, so consult the current GBCI candidate handbook. Focused review and timed practice can help identify gaps.
How to prepare for the LEED AP ND Exam
- Review the current LEED ND rating system and candidate handbook, paying attention to how prerequisites differ from credits and how requirements are organized.
- Study project eligibility, boundary and development-scope rules, then connect Smart Location requirements to infill, previously developed sites, and transit access.
- Use timed multiple-choice practice to spot weak areas; for each missed question, explain why the correct answer fits the rating system and why the alternatives do not.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the LEED AP ND Exam?
For the specialty-only exam, candidates generally need an active LEED Green Associate credential. Candidates without it can usually choose the combined LEED Green Associate and specialty exam route. Check the current GBCI candidate handbook for eligibility and registration details.
What is the format of the LEED AP ND Exam?
It is a timed, computer-based exam with multiple-choice questions. The exact exam structure and testing policies may be updated, so confirm the current format in the official GBCI candidate handbook before scheduling.
What subjects should I study for the LEED AP ND Exam?
Study the LEED ND rating system, including prerequisites and credits, project eligibility and boundaries, and Smart Location requirements. Review how infill and previously developed sites, transit access, and other neighborhood-scale strategies apply to project scenarios.