if you find it interesting let me know and I'd be happy to share more about my experience with this model. 

We do this exact model in Columbus OH for multifamily.

I have put together a "packet" for the appraisers before when they come on-site that shares details about the property (rents, square footage, etc..) and I also share a few "target properties" (aka comps) that I modeled after as a "suggestion" to them.

One of the property and three of our model units.

@Nick Rutkowski a couple people have posted really clear descriptions of what the mcdonalds model actually is, so i wont go over it again.

This includes as part of the initial design having your Rater develop an energy model that meets or exceeds the requirements and then certifying the final project through an HCO. 

The sales model is to up sale you on everything to the tune of $600 or more.

The choice depends on your business model.

I just checked it out and it looks like their basic model is $20/property and their middle package is 1% of revenue, which is not worth it in my opinion.

Regarding financing (and sight distance approval), maybe having your architect make up a small model with people and cars to help sell the project to the bank.This could be costly and of course there's no way to measure the effectiveness on their decision.