EN   FR
Search
Close this search box.

Glossary

A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z

HARD/SOFT COSTS 

All the costs that makeup the construction costs of a project. Hard costs would be attributable to material and labour costs while soft costs would be attributable to remaining costs (i.e. professional fees such as survey, appraisal, accounting, architect fees, contingency, etc.)

 

HARDSCAPE

The inanimate elements of the building landscaping. It includes pavement, roadways, stonewalls, wood, and synthetic decking, concrete paths and sidewalks, and concrete, brick and tile patios.

 

HAZARDOUS WASTE

A type of solid waste that poses a significant threat to human health

 

HEAT ISLAND EFFECT

The thermal absorption by hardscape, such as dark, nonreflective pavement and buildings, and its subsequent radiation to surrounding areas. Other contributing factors may include vehicle exhaust, air-conditioners, and street equipment. Tall buildings and narrow streets reduce airflow and exacerbate the effect.

 

HOSPITAL

The Hospital designation applies to general medical and surgical hospitals, critical access hospitals, and children’s hospitals. These facilities provide acute care services intended to treat patients for short periods of time including emergency medical care, physicians’ office services, diagnostic care, ambulatory care, surgical care, and limited specialty services such as rehabilitation and cancer care.

 

HYBRID LEASE

In situations where neither a full service lease nor a NNN lease meets the landlord’s and tenants’ needs, there are a number of hybrid lease types. These include modified gross, double net, and single net leases.

Certify your building today.