ModeScore Sustainable Transport certification - KBCN1705
Achieving
ModeScore Gold or Platinum certification can be submitted as part of the supporting documentation
to award credits for implementing sustainable transport options,
provided the BREEAM criteria were targeted, as follows:
| Scheme |
Issues |
Credits |
| BREEAM International NC 2016 and V6 |
Tra 03a Alternative modes of transport |
2 + Exemplary credit |
| Tra 03b Alternative modes of transport |
2 + Exemplary credit |
| Tra 04 Maximum car parking capacity |
1 |
| BREEAM UK NC 2018 and V6 * |
Tra 02 Sustainable transport measures |
10 |
| BREEAM Int RFO 2015 |
Tra 01 Sustainable transport solutions |
5 |
| Tra 04 Maximum car parking capacity |
2 |
| BREEAM UK RFO 2014 |
Tra 01 Sustainable transport solutions |
3 |
| Tra 03 Cyclist facilities |
2 |
| Tra 04 Maximum car parking capacity |
2 |
| BREEAM In-Use Commercial and Residential (International and USA) |
Tra 01 Alternative modes of transport |
8 |
| Tra 02 Proximity to public transport |
3 |
| Tra 04 Pedestrian and cyclist safety |
2 |
* BREEAM UK NC 2018 and V6 credits can be awarded provided the transportation assessment and travel plan (criterion 1) are met
When the assessor submits a ModeScore certification as evidence, they should include their report and highlight the BREEAM criteria or credits that were targeted.
About ModeScore Sustainable Transport certification:
ModeScore assess and certify sustainable transport facilities and services in buildings. ModeScore encompasses ActiveScore within its assessment criteria, covering four pillars of sustainable transportation while incorporating accessibility into each:
- Public Transportation
- Environmentally-Friendly Private Vehicles
- Active Transportation
- Site-Wide Mobility
ModeScore evaluates the connectivity potential of any building in any location, offering four levels of certification with a total scorecard of 120 points. ActiveScore (Travel Facilities) counts for 10 points:
- Certified (0-39%)
- Silver (40-59%)
- Gold (60-79%)
- Platinum (80-100%)
See more information and details at https://modescore.com/
Safe pedestrian routes – Definition, measurement and verification - KBCN0238
Definition
Safe pedestrian routes include pavements and safe crossing points, which may be controlled or, for example, be identified by tactile paving, a crossing island or a dropped kerb. An element of judgement may be required, in which case justification should be provided.
Measurement
Distances could be measured, for example, along a pavement, across a road at a safe crossing point and along the pavement on the other side. The distance should not be measured diagonally across a road, following the most direct route.
Verification
The assessor’s site inspection is an important aspect of the assessment and may help to confirm that all relevant information is current and can include photographs of any key areas. This can also help to identify safe crossing points or hazards which may not be apparent from a desktop study. However, web-based evidence may also be used where the assessor is satisfied that it is robust and demonstrates that it is up to date.
Where web-based navigation maps (e.g. Google Maps/Street View) are used as supporting evidence, this must include:
• Dated and marked-up site plan or a web-based navigation map viewer highlighting:
• Current location and type of transport nodes and local amenities.
• Current route and distance from the building via a safe pedestrian route.
• Plan or map scale.
When using web-based evidence for post-construction stage, the assessor must, additionally, provide verification that the information provided for the nodes/amenities is still accurate and up to date.
29 Aug 2025 - Approach to web-based map data at post-construction stage updated and related wording amended accordingly
07 Mar 2024 - No changes have been made. This appears as 'updated' due to an administrative error.
11 Jan 2024 - Wording re-structured for clarity
19 Dec 2023 - Applicability to BIU V6 confirmed
Information correct as of 15