# RES2: Local Infrastructure

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**Does the entity monitor performance metrics of its portfolio's local infrastructure?**

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## Assessment Instructions

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<summary><strong>Intent</strong>: What is the purpose of this indicator?</summary>

This indicator intends to identify whether the entity monitors the livability and walkability scores of its residential assets.

Access to quality infrastructure and amenities improves residents' quality of life and ensures a well-functioning, connected, and vibrant community, which is critical for residential real estate.

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<summary><strong>Input</strong>: How do I complete this indicator?</summary>

Select yes or no. If yes, select all applicable sub-options and fill in the relevant fields.

**Percentage of residential portfolio covered:** Calculate as the share of the portfolio for which livability and/or walkability scores are available, using a method chosen by the participant. This may be calculated by asset count, unit count, GAV, or floor area, as long as the approach is transparently disclosed.&#x20;

**Methodology:** Provide the definition(s) used to measure livability/walkability and the approach used to calculate the percentage of the portfolio covered by each score.

#### Terminology

**Local infrastructure**

> Essential services and amenities that support healthy and active lifestyles, enhance mobility and accessibility, and foster community engagement and economic development.

**Livability score**

> A quantitiative score designed to measure the standard of living.&#x20;

**Monitoring**

> A structured approach towards measuring the portfolio's impact on the local community.

**Walkability score**

> A quantitative measure of access from a residential asset to nearby community amenities (e.g., public transport, parks, retail, schools).

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<summary><strong>Validation</strong>: What evidence is required?</summary>

Evidence not required.

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## Scoring

This indicator is not scored.

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<summary><em>References</em></summary>

Direct GRESB membership feedback

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## Get Support: Solution Providers

**GRESB Solution Providers** are independent, third-party organizations within the GRESB Partner network that offer specialized products, tools, and services to support sustainability performance outside the GRESB Assessment process.

Currently, there are no GRESB Solution Providers associated with this indicator.

GRESB will continue to update this section as the GRESB Solution Provider network grows. Please check back regularly to find GRESB Solution Providers who can support your sustainability performance.


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