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INTERNATIONAL green CONSTRUCTION CODE® (Ig CC®)

VERSION 1 OF THE FIRST DRAFT(August 3, 2009)

The Sustainable Building Technology Committee (SBTC) is charged with the development of the First Draft of the International Green Construction Code (IGCC). The First Draft is scheduled for completion and posting forcomments by March 15, 2010. Interim versions of the First Draft, such as this Version 1, will be posted toreflect the progress made by the SBTC on the development of the First Draft.

The SBTC held its first meeting on July 28 – 30, 2009. The SBTC reviewed the Resource Document which waspreviously posted and made comments that are noted in italics. These comments will lead to furtherinvestigation and revision by the SBTC in the development process.

It is anticipated that subsequent versions of the First Draft will be developed and posted following each meetingof the SBTC. The First Draft development schedule is as follows:

Distribute/post ResourceDocument

July 16, 2009

1st Meeting July 28 – 30, 2009; Rosemont, IL

2nd Meeting August 27 – 29, 2009; Denver, CO (locationconfirmed)

3rd Meeting October 8 – 10, 2009; Philadelphia, PA (locationtentative)

4th Meeting December 17 – 19, 2009; Fort Myers, FL(location tentative)

5th Meeting January 28 – 30, 2010; Austin, TX (location

tentative)Working Group meetings (1day each)

As needed during July – January (the day prior toa SBTC meeting)

First Draft posted forcomments

March 15, 2010

This schedule is subject to change based on drafting progress.

Be sure to visit the IgCC/SBTC website for posted information concerning the draft development process. Thelink is:

http://www.iccsafe.org/IGCC/SBTC.html

User notes:

Information in italics reflects SBTC discussion from the July 28-30th meetings in Rosemont, Illinois.

Information which is enclosed in a grey shaded rectangular box, such as this, is intended to annotate thedrafting process and will not appear in the final published edition of the IgCC.



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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATION............................................................................................................................--

SECTION 101 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 102 APPLICABILITY ...................................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 103 DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS .......................................................................................................... --

SECTION 104 DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE CODE OFFICIAL ......................................................................... --

SECTION 105 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS ........................................................................................................ --

SECTION 106 APPROVAL ............................................................................................................................................. --

SECTION 107 INSPECTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 108 PERMITS ................................................................................................................................................. --

SECTION 109 FEES ........................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 110 STOP WORK ORDER ........................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 111 BOARD OF APPEALS ........................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 112 TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES ........................................................................................ --

CHAPTER 2 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 201 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 202 DEFINITIONS.......................................................................................................................................... --

CHAPTER 3 GENERAL COMPLIANCE ................................................................................................................--

SECTION 301 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 302 COMPLIANCE......................................................................................................................................... --

CHAPTER 4 NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RESPONSIBLE LAND USE AND

DEVELOPMENT ..................................................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 401 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 402 PRESERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES ............................................................................... --

SECTION 403 TRANSPORTATION IMPACT .............................................................................................................. --

SECTION 404 HEAT ISLAND MITIGATION................................................................................................................. --

SECTION 405 COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES.................................................................................................................. --

CHAPTER 5 MATERIAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY ..................................................... --

SECTION 501 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 502 WASTE MANAGEMENT ....................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 503 RECYCLED CONTENT AND REGIONAL MATERIALS .................................................................. --

SECTION 504 MOISTURE CONTROL AND DURABILITY ....................................................................................... --

SECTION 505 LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT ................................................................................................................ --




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CHAPTER 6 ENERGY CONSERVATION, EFFICIENCY AND EARTH ATMOSPHERIC QUALITY ...................--

SECTION 601 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 602 ENERGY PERFORMANCE TIERS ..................................................................................................... --

SECTION 603 ENERGY USE AND EARTH ATMOSPHERIC IMPACTS ................................................................ --

SECTION 604 ENERGY CONSUMPTION MONITORING AND TARGETING....................................................... --

SECTION 605 BUILDING ENVELOPE SYSTEMS ..................................................................................................... --

SECTION 606 BUILDING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS ................................................................................................. --

SECTION 607 BUILDING SERVICE WATER HEATING SYSTEMS ....................................................................... --

SECTION 608 BUILDING ELECTRICAL POWER AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS ..................................................... --

SECTION 609 SPECIFIC APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT .................................................................................... --

SECTION 610 BUILDING RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS ................................................................................ --

SECTION 611 COMMISSIONING, INSPECTION, DOCUMENTATION AND PLANNING FOR FOPERATION

AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 612 COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES........................................................................................................ --

CHAPTER 7 WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY...........................................................--

SECTION 701 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 702 PLUMBING SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................ --

SECTION 703 HVAC SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT.................................................................................................. --

SECTION 704 LANDSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS ............................................................ --

SECTION 705 SPECIFIC WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES ......................................................................... --


CHAPTER 8 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (IEQ) AND COMFORT ..................................................... --

SECTION 801 GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................ --

SECTION 802 CONSTRUCTION PHASE EMISSIONS, MOISTURE AND POLLUTANT CONTROL................ --

SECTION 803 MATERIAL EMISSIONS & POLLUTANT CONTROL ....................................................................... --

SECTION 804 SPECIFIC INDOOR AIR QUALITY & POLLUTANT CONTROL MEASURES ............................. --

SECTION 805 HVAC SYSTEMS .................................................................................................................................... --

SECTION 806 SOUND TRANSMISSION ....................................................................................................................---

SECTION 807 COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES.................................................................................................................---

CHAPTER 9 BUILDING OPERATION, MAINTENTANCE AND OWNER EDUCATION.....................................---

SECTION 901 GENERAL ...............................................................................................................................................---

SECTION 902 BUILDING OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE AND OWNER EDUCATION MANUAL .................---

SECTION 903 COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES.................................................................................................................---

CHAPTER 10 EXISTING BUILDINGS ..................................................................................................................---

SECTION 1001 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................................---



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SECTION 1002 ADDITIONS ..........................................................................................................................................---

SECTION 1003 ALTERATIONS ....................................................................................................................................---

SECTION 1004 CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY..............................................................................................................---

SECTION 1005 HISTORIC BUILDINGS ......................................................................................................................---

SECTION 1006 RELOCATED STRUCTURES ...........................................................................................................---

CHAPTER 11 REFERENCED STANDARDS .......................................................................................................---

APPENDIX .............................................................................................................................................................---

INDEX................................................................................................................................................................... ----



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7.28.08 SBTC Meeting:

Resource Documents: Although many committee members and interested parties verbally offered other resource documents for consideration at the meeting, all resource documents should be formally submitted.

General Discussion on code

Prescriptive vs Performance: How do we get the code to live and deal with strategies that aren’t even considered now? Need intent statements –design documentation - reportsThat’s a double edge sword..... Need to enable alternate materials/methodsFocus on prescriptive - offer methods Don’t be afraid to measure things Make it attractive enough that it gets some early adoptionWe need to do both prescriptive and performance, not one or the other We’re not here to make live easy for Building officials

We need to reward performance and innovation and think large It’s hard to get more and more efficiency at the edges of where we are now.‘Innovative approach - compliance elective’ - but need to set up methods/tools to review/evaluate - look at the performance codeVerify design and compliance. Need to be clear what our expectations are - clarity of code and clarity of purpose Improvement in the design basis to be sustainable - clarifyPrescriptive is easy for jurisdictions - Innovation makes it trickier - we more often end up at 3rd party.Work it with C of O limitation....is the building performing - does this come back at the building official if it doesn’t perform. Don’t forget the small commercial projects - these aren’t big teamsPeople shy away from performance because of fear of legal action

This shouldn’t be a transition code - learning code - ‘Immature’ code Let’s not assume only the tools we have now - give inspectors more tools.

Chair: The role of this committee does not include negating any other ICC code – it is to start where the other I-Codes have stopped.

Table of ContentsWhat is missing and where we shouldn’t go The results of this discussion have been annotated in the body of the document.

Workgroups and products

1. Legislative format 2. 10 days ahead 3. Chair from the SBTC 4. 1 staff 5. Open, but limited # of votes6. Get stuff posted - on the 20th7. What can we get done for December?



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CHAPTER 1

ADMINISTRATION

PART 1 --- SCOPE AND APPLICATION

The format and content of Part 1 of Chapter 1 was primarily modeled after the administrative provisions of Part 1 of Chapter 1 of the 2009 International Building Code.

SECTION 101GENERAL

101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Green Construction Code of [NAME OF JURISDICTION],

hereinafter referred to as “this code.”

101.2 Scope. The provisions of this code shall apply to the construction, alteration, movement,enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, location, maintenance, removal and demolition of everybuilding or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings or structures.Occupancy classifications shall be determined in accordance with the International Building Code;

Add to scope that it includes the siteScope to include social, environmental and economicScope needs to address scope

This code shall not apply to the following:

1. Group R, Residential occupancies not classified as institutional, including the residential portions of mixed occupancies, as regulated by the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard . Occupancyclassifications shall be determined in accordance with the International Building Code;

Does 700 address high rise residential? (Staff research and inquiries to NAHBRC indicate yes.) ICC 700Section 102.1Applicability notes “design and construction of the residential portion of any building not classified as institutional” ICC 700 may cover high rise residential, but maybe scope should shift hereShould Group R occupancies over 3 or 5 stories be included in the scope of this code?Should the break be similar to IRC/IBC? (Over 3 stories is IBC)

2. Buildings that do not use electricity, do not use fossil fuels and do not use water;

Is this good or not? Do we need to expand this list?SBTC may wish to consider deleting Item 2. It was intended to apply to energy only, as is already addressed bySection 601.1. Various other aspects of these buildings are covered by this code.

3. Portions of building systems that are part of commercial, industrial or manufacturingprocesses unless they are specifically provided for by this code; and



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Reconsider struck language as the energy chapter contains provisions for process energy.

101.2.1 Appendices. Provisions in the appendices shall not apply unless specifically adopted.

101.3 Intent. The purpose of this code is to safeguard the environment, public health, safety and general welfare

through the establishment of requirements designed to reduce the negative potential impacts and increase thepositive potential impacts of the built environment on the natural environment and building occupants, primarilyby means of minimum requirements related to: the conservation of natural resources, water, materials andenergy; the employment of renewable energy technologies; atmospheric air, indoor air and indoorenvironmental quality; and building operation and maintenance and owner education.

Need an application section to id how this code relates to other codesWe list ideas, but don’t use terms such as green, sustainable, high performance - the code says what it is.....This is beautifully written - it is intent - don’t need definitions If you use ‘high performance’, then define it.The intent statement does define our work

SECTION 102APPLICABILITY

102.1 General. Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the specificrequirement shall be applicable. Where, in any specific case, different sections of this code specify differentmaterials, methods of construction or other requirements, the most restrictive shall govern.

Is restrictive the best term? It’s not a life safety issue.

102.2 Other laws. The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of local, state orfederal law.

102.3 Application of references. References to chapter or section numbers, or to provisions not specificallyidentified by number, shall be construed to refer to such chapter, section or provision of this code.

102.4 Referenced codes and standards. The codes listed in Sections 102.4.1 through 102.4.6, the codes andstandards referenced elsewhere in this code, and those editions as listed in Chapter 11, shall be considered aspart of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such reference. Where differences occurbetween provisions of this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.

“Differences between this code and other I-codes” - statement may negate other I Code provisions Add IEBC and IZC to 102.4

102.4.1 Building. The provisions of the International Building Code shall apply to the extend that suchprovisions establish minimum requirements to safeguard public health, safety and general welfarethrough structural strength, means of egress facilities, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, andsafety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment and to providesafety to fire fighters and emergency responders during emergency operations.

102.4.2 Fuel Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code.These requirements apply to gas piping systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet



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connections of appliances and the installation and operation of commercial gas appliances and related accessories.

102.4.3 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to theinstallation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment,appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-

conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems.

102.4.4 Plumbing. The provisions of the International Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation,alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures,fittings, appurtenances, and medical gas systems.

102.4.5 Property maintenance. The provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code shallapply to existing structures and premises; equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating,sanitation, life and fire safety hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; andoccupancy of existing premises and structures.

102.4.6 Fire prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affecting

or relating to structures, processes and premises from the hazard of fire and explosion arising from thestorage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, propertyor public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; and from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removal of fire suppression and alarm systems or fire hazards in the structure or onthe premises from occupancy or operation.

102.4.7 Energy. The provisions of the International Energy Conservation Code shall apply to mattersgoverning the design and construction of buildings for the effective use of energy.

102.4.8 Wildland-urban interface. The provisions of the International Wildland-Urban Interface Codeshall apply to matters related to the mitigation of risk to life and structures from intrusion of fire fromwildland fire exposures and fire exposures from adjacent structures and to mitigate structure fires from

spreading to wildland fuels.

102.4.9 Performance. The provisions of the International Code Council Performance Code shall applyto matters related to the approval of alternative materials and methods.

102.5 Partial invalidity. In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal or void, thisshall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts or provisions.

102.6 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this codeshall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the InternationalBuilding Code, the International Property Maintenance Code or the International Fire Code, or as is deemednecessary by the code official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public.

102.7 Mixed occupancy buildings. In mixed occupancy buildings, each portion of a building shall comply withthe specific green construction measures of this code which are applicable to each specific occupancy.

Exception: Group R, Residential occupancies not classified as institutional, including the residentialportions of mixed occupancies, as regulated by the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard .Occupancy classifications shall be determined in accordance with the International Building Code.



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PART 2 --- ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

The format and content of Part 2 of Chapter 1 was primarily modeled after the administrative provisions of Part 2 of Chapter 1 of the 2009 International Building Code.

SECTION 103DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS

Should we force this? Leave ‘department’ blank This is related to verification - qualification

103.1 Creation of enforcement agency. The Department of Buildings is hereby created and the official incharge thereof shall be known as the code official.

Department of Bldgs should not be identified – let the AHJ decide. See the adopting ordinance.

103.2 Appointment. The code official shall be appointed by the chief appointing authority of the jurisdiction.

103.3 Deputies. In accordance with the prescribed procedures of this jurisdiction and with the concurrence of the appointing authority, the code official shall have the authority to appoint a deputy code official, the relatedtechnical officers, inspectors, plan examiners and other employees. Such employees shall have powers asdelegated by the code official.

103.4 Liability. The code official, member of the board of appeals or employee charged with the enforcement of this code, while acting for the jurisdiction in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties

required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance, shall not thereby be rendered liable personally and ishereby relieved from personal liability for any damage accruing to persons or property as a result of any act orby reason of an act or omission in the discharge of official duties. Any suit instituted against an officer oremployee because of an act performed by that officer or employee in the lawful discharge of duties and underthe provisions of this code shall be defended by legal representative of the jurisdiction until the final terminationof the proceedings. The code official or any subordinate shall not be liable for cost in any action, suit orproceeding that is instituted in pursuance of the provisions of this code.

SECTION 104DUTIES AND POWERS OF THE CODE OFFICIAL

Is code official the right term? If it’s an overlay code - can we just pull most of chapter 1?

104.1 General. The code official is hereby authorized and directed to enforce the provisions of this code. Thecode official shall have the authority to render interpretations of this code and to adopt policies and proceduresin order to clarify the application of its provisions. Such interpretations, policies and procedures shall be incompliance with the intent and purpose of this code. Such policies and procedures shall not have the effect of waiving requirements specifically provided for in this code.



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104.2 Applications and permits. The code official shall receive applications, review construction documentsand issue permits for the erection, and alteration, demolition and moving of buildings and structures, inspect thepremises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the provisions of this code.

Do we use the term construction documents? Const docs definition speaks to securing a building permit.

104.3 Notices and orders. The code official shall issue all necessary notices or orders to ensure compliancewith this code.

104.4 Inspections. The code official shall make all of the required inspections, or the code official shall have theauthority to accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shallbe in writing and be certified by a responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual.The code official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon unusualtechnical issues that arise, subject to the approval of the appointing authority.

104.5 Identification. The code official shall carry proper identification when inspecting structures or premisesin the performance of duties under this code.

104.6 Right of entry. Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce the provisions of this code, orwhere the code official has reasonable cause to believe that there exists in a structure or upon a premises acondition which is contrary to or in violation of this code which makes the structure or premises unsafe,dangerous or hazardous, the code official is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times toinspect or to perform the duties imposed by this code, provided that if such structure or premises be occupiedthat credentials be presented to the occupant and entry requested. If such structure or premises is unoccupied,the code official shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or controlof the structure or premises and request entry. If entry is refused, the code official shall have recourse to theremedies provided by law to secure entry.

104.7 Department records. The code official shall keep official records of applications received, permits andcertificates issued, fees collected, reports of inspections, and notices and orders issued. Such records shall be

retained in the official records for the period required for retention of public records.

Should code official be the term? We need consistency throughout the document.

SECTION 105CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

105.1 General. Construction documents and other supporting data shall be submitted in two or more sets witheach application for a permit . The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional where required by the statutes of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed. Where specialconditions exist, the code official is authorized to require necessary construction documents to be prepared by aregistered design professional.

Exception: The code official is authorized to waive the requirements for construction documents orother supporting data if the code official determines they are not necessary to confirm compliance withthis code.

Do we need an OPR document submittal?

105.2 Information on construction documents. Construction documents shall be drawn to scale upon suitablematerial. Electronic media documents are permitted to be submitted when approved by the code official.Construction documents shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the location, nature and extent of the work



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proposed, and showing sufficient detail, pertinent data and features of the building, systems and equipment asherein governed. The code official is authorized to waive or modify the requirements construction documentswhen the application for permit is for a minor alteration or repair or when otherwise warranted.

Do we need performance targets to be included in the const docs? – i.e. the docs would note the energy goalunder 105.2.5

Needs enhanced commentary

105.2.1 Site plan. The construction documents submitted with the application for permit shall beaccompanied by a site plan showing to scale the size and location of new construction and existingstructures on the site, distances from lot lines, established street grades and proposed finished gradesand, as applicable, flood hazard areas, floodways, and design flood elevations; and it shall be drawn inaccordance with an accurate boundary line survey. In the case of demolition, the site plan shall showconstruction to be demolished and the location and size of existing structures and construction that areto remain on the site or plot.

105.2.2 Landscape, irrigation and transportation impact plan(s). The construction documentssubmitted with the application for permit shall be accompanied by a plan, plans or maps showing toscale the size and location of new construction and existing structures on the site, distances from lotlines, location of all paved areas and paving material characteristics, swales, location of existing andproposed landscaping and natural resources and protection measures, anti-erosion measures, landscapeirrigation details and distances to community mass transportation stops or stations and communityservices, as applicable.

105.2.3 Building envelope details. Construction documents for all buildings shall describe the exteriorbuilding weather resistant and thermal envelopes in sufficient detail to determine compliance with thiscode. The construction documents shall provide details of the exterior walls, foundation walls, androof/ceiling assemblies as required, including flashing, intersections with dissimilar materials,intersections at roof, eaves or parapets, means of drainage, water-resistive membrane and details aroundopenings.

105.2.4 Interior finish details. Complete details, including location, type and specifications, shall beprovided for all interior finishes. Such details shall provide clear evidence of compliance with therequirements of this code.

105.2.4 Building foundation, floor and roof plans and exterior elevations. The plans shall clearlyindicate the location of and provide details for all fenestration and exterior finish materials and theconfiguration, size and use of each room and space.

105.2.5 Energy system details. Details shall include, but are not limited to, as applicable, insulationmaterials and their R-values; fenestration U -factors and SHGCs; area-weighted U -factor and SHGCcalculations; mechanical system design criteria; mechanical and service water heating system andequipment types, sizes and efficiencies; economizer description; equipment and systems controls;systems operation narrative; fan motor horsepower (hp) and controls; duct sealing, duct and pipeinsulation and location; lighting fixture schedule with associated wattage and control types; and airsealing details.

105.2.6 Mechanical, electrical and plumbing system plans and specifications. Complete details shallbe provided to show evidence of compliance with all mechanical, electrical, lighting and plumbingsystem related provisions of this code.



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105.2.7 Compliance Elective Checklist. The submitted construction documents shall include acompleted copy of the Compliance Elective Checklist contained in Table 302.2 which clearly indicatesthe compliance electives for which the building is intended to qualify.

Do we need a design intent document or is this it? Does the designer need to indicate whether compliance is intended to be prescriptive or performance based?

105.3 Examination of documents. The code official shall examine or cause to be examined the accompanyingconstruction documents and shall ascertain whether the construction indicated and described is in accordancewith the requirements of this code and other pertinent laws or ordinances.

105.3.1 Approval of construction documents. When the code official issues a permit whereconstruction documents are required, the construction documents shall be endorsed in writing andstamped “Reviewed for Code Compliance.” Such approved construction documents shall not bechanged, modified or altered without authorization from the code official. Work shall be done inaccordance with the approved construction documents. One set of construction documents so reviewedshall be retained by the code official. The other set shall be returned to the applicant, kept at the site of work and shall be open to inspection by the code official or a duly authorized representative.

105.3.2 Previous approvals. This code shall not require changes in the construction documents,construction or designated occupancy of a structure for which a lawful permit has been heretoforeissued or otherwise lawfully authorized, and the construction of which has been pursued in good faithwithin 180 days after the effective date of this code and has not been abandoned.

105.3.3 Phased approval. The code official shall have the authority to issue a permit for theconstruction of part of any system regulated by this code before the construction documents for theentire system have been submitted or approved , provided adequate information and detailed statementshave been filed complying with all pertinent requirements of this code. The holders of such permit shallproceed at their own risk without assurance that the permit for the entire system will be granted.

105.3.4 Design professional in responsible charge. The provisions of this section shall regulatematters related to the duties of the design professional in responsible charge.

105.3.4.1 General. When it is required that documents be prepared by a registered design professional, the code official shall be authorized to require the owner to engage and designateon the building permit application a registered design professional who shall act as theregistered design professional in responsible charge. If the circumstances require, the ownershall designate a substitute registered design professional in responsible charge who shallperform the duties required of the original registered design professional in responsible charge.The code official shall be notified in writing by the owner if the registered design professionalin responsible charge is changed or is unable to continue to perform the duties.

The registered design professional in responsible charge shall be responsible for reviewing andcoordinating submittal documents prepared by others, including phased and deferred submittalitems, for compatibility with the design of the building.

105.3.4.2 Deferred submittals. For the purposes of this section, deferred submittals are definedas those portions of the design that are not submitted at the time of the application and that areto be submitted to the code official within a specified period.



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Deferral of any submittal items shall have the prior approval of the code official. The registered design professional in responsible charge shall list the deferred submittals on the constructiondocuments for review by the code official.

Documents for deferred submittal items shall be submitted to the registered design professionalin responsible charge who shall review them and forward them to the code official with a

notation indicating that the deferred submittal documents have been reviewed and been found tobe in general conformance to the design of the building. The deferred submittal items shall notbe installed until the design and submittal documents have been approved by the code official.

105.4 Amended construction documents. Changes made during construction that are not in compliance withthe approved construction documents shall be resubmitted for approval as an amended set of constructiondocuments.

105.5 Retention of construction documents. One set of approved construction documents shall be retained bythe code official for a period of not less than 180 days from date of completion of the permitted work, or asrequired by state or local laws.

SECTION 106APPROVAL

106.1 General. This code is not intended to prevent the use of any material, method of construction, design orsystem not specifically prescribed herein, provided that such construction, design or insulating system has beenapproved by the code official as meeting the intent of this code.

106.2 Approved materials and equipment. Materials, equipment and devices approved by the code official shall be constructed and installed in accordance with such approval.

106.2.1 Used materials and equipment. The use of used materials which meet the requirements of this

code for new materials is permitted. Used equipment and devices shall not be reused unless tested toverify proper working condition and approved by the code official.

106.3 Modifications. Wherever there are practical difficulties involved in carrying out the provisions of thiscode, the code official shall have the authority to grant modifications for individual cases, upon application of the owner or owner’s representative, provided the code official shall first find that special individual reasonmakes the strict letter of this code impractical and the modification is in compliance with the intent and purposeof this code and that such modification does not lessen sustainability, health, accessibility, life and fire safetyand structural requirements. The details of action granting modifications shall be recorded and entered in thefiles of the department of green construction…..

106.4 Alternative materials, design and methods of construction and equipment. The provisions of thiscode are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this code, provided that any such alternative has been approved. Analternative material, design or method of construction shall be approved where the code official finds that theproposed design is satisfactory and complies with the intent of the provisions of this code, and that the material,design, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this codein terms of environmental impact or benefit, quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, healthand safety.



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106.4.1 Research reports. Supporting data, where necessary to assist in the approval of materials orassemblies not specifically provided for in this code, shall consist of valid research reports fromapproved sources.

106.4.2 Tests. Whenever there is insufficient evidence of compliance with the provisions of this code,or evidence that a material or method does not conform to the requirements of this code, or in order to

substantiate claims for alternative materials or methods, the code official shall have the authority torequire tests as evidence of compliance to be made at no expense to the jurisdiction. Test methods shallbe as specified in this code or by other recognized test standards. In the absence of recognized andaccepted test methods, the code official shall approve the testing procedures. Tests shall be performedby an approved agency. Reports of such tests shall be retained by the code official for the periodrequired for retention of public records.

106.5 Compliance materials. The code official shall be permitted to approve specific computer software, work-sheets, compliance manuals and other similar materials that meet the intent of this code.

SECTION 107

INSPECTIONS

107.1 General. Construction or work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the codeofficial and such construction or work shall remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes untilapproved. Approval as a result of an inspection shall not be construed to be an approval of a violation of theprovisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction. Inspections presuming to give authority toviolate or cancel the provisions of this code or of other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. It shallbe the duty of the permit applicant to cause the work to remain accessible and exposed for inspection purposes.Neither the code official nor the jurisdiction shall be liable for expense entailed in the removal or replacement of any material required to allow inspection.

Need to coordinate inspections with the compliance electives – no such thing as a “standard inspection”. Each

inspection is unique to the project.

107.2 Preliminary inspection. Before issuing a permit, the code official is authorized to examine or cause to beexamined buildings, structures and sites for which an application has been filed.

107.3 Required inspections. The provisions of this section are intended to regulate inspections which facilitatethe enforcement of this code.

107.3.1 Energy efficiency inspections. Inspections shall be made to determine compliance withChapter 6 and shall include, but not be limited to, inspections for: envelope insulation R-values and U- factor , fenestration U-factor , duct system R-value, and HVAC and water-heating equipment efficiency.

107.3.2 Other inspections. In addition to the inspections specified above, the code official is authorizedto make or require other inspections of any construction work to ascertain compliance with theprovisions of this code and other laws that are enforced by the Department of Green Construction.

107.4 Required approvals. Work shall not be done beyond the point indicated in each successive inspectionwithout first obtaining the approval of the code official. The code official, upon notification, shall make therequested inspections and shall either indicate the portion of the construction that is satisfactory as completed, ornotify the permit holder or his or her agent wherein the same fails to comply with this code. Any portions that donot comply shall be corrected and such portion shall not be covered or concealed until authorized by the code official.



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107.5 Final inspection. The building shall have a final inspection and not be occupied until approved .

What about temp C of O’s?

107.6 Reinspection. A building shall be reinspected when determined necessary by the code official.

107.7 Approved inspection agencies. The code official is authorized to accept reports of approved inspectionagencies, provided such agencies satisfy the requirements as to qualifications and reliability.

107.8 Inspection requests. It shall be the duty of the holder of the permit or their duly authorized agent tonotify the code official when work is ready for inspection. It shall be the duty of the permit holder to provideaccess to and means for inspections of such work that are required by this code.

107.9 Reinspection and testing. Where any work or installation does not pass an initial test or inspection, thenecessary corrections shall be made so as to achieve compliance with this code. The work or installation shallthen be resubmitted to the code official for inspection and testing.

107.10 Approval. After the prescribed tests and inspections indicate that the work complies in all respects withthis code, a notice of approval shall be issued by the code official.

107.10.1 Revocation. The code official is authorized to, in writing, suspend or revoke a notice of approval issued under the provisions of this code wherever the certificate is issued in error, or on thebasis of incorrect information supplied, or where it is determined that the building or structure, premise,or portion thereof is in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code.

SECTION 108PERMITS

108.1 Required. Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove,convert or replace any energy, electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which isregulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the code official andobtain the required permit.

108.1.1 Annual permit. In lieu of an individual permit for each alteration to an already approvedelectrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing installation, the code official is authorized to issue an annualpermit upon application thereof to any person, firm or corporation regularly employing one or morequalified trade persons in the building, structure or on the premises owned or operated by the applicantfor the permit.

108.1.2 Annual permit records. The person to whom an annual permit is issued shall keep a detailedrecord of alterations made under such annual permit. The code official shall have access to such recordsat all times or such records shall be filed with the code official as designated.

108.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code shall not be deemed togrant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or anyother laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:

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Building:

1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses andsimilar uses, provided that the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet (11 m2).

2. Fences.

3. Oil derricks.

4. Retaining walls.Should this be exempt – impact on adjacent property owner may necessitate a permit

5. Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity does not exceed 5,000 gallons(18 925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width does not exceed 2:1.

What about rain water harvesting systems. Shouldn’t we secure a permit?

6. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.

7. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, not includingservice systems.

Need clarification of item 7 as to applicability.

Need a site clarification as to the need for permits for operations such as paving

Electrical:

Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the connection of approved portableelectrical equipment to approved, permanently installed receptacles.

Temporary testing systems: A permit shall not be required for the installation of anytemporary system required for the testing or servicing of electrical equipment or apparatus.

Gas:

1. Portable heating appliances.

2. Replacement of any minor part that does not alter approval of equipment or make suchequipment unsafe.

Mechanical:

1. Portable heating appliances.

2. Portable ventilation equipment.

3. Portable cooling units.

4. Replacement of any part that does not alter its approval or make it unsafe.

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Plumbing:

1. The stopping of leaks in drains, water, soil, waste or vent pipe, provided, however, thatif any concealed trap, drain pipe, water, soil, waste or vent pipe becomes defective andit becomes necessary to remove and replace the same with new material, such work

shall be considered as new work and a permit shall be obtained and inspection made asprovided in this code.

2. The clearing of stoppages or the repairing of leaks in pipes, valves or fixtures and theremoval and reinstallation of water closets, provided such repairs do not involve orrequire the replacement or rearrangement of valves, pipes or fixtures and the fixturesare compliant with this code.

108.2.1 Emergency repairs. Where equipment replacements and repairs must be performed in anemergency situation, the permit application shall be submitted within the next working business day tothe code official.

108.2.2 Repairs. Application or notice to the code official is not required for ordinary repairs tostructures, replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment toapproved permanently installed receptacles. Such repairs shall not include the cutting away of any wall,partition or portion thereof, the removal or cutting of any structural beam or load-bearing support, or theremoval or change of any required means of egress, or rearrangement of parts of a structure affecting theegress requirements; nor shall ordinary repairs include addition to, alteration of, replacement orrelocation of any standpipe, water supply, sewer, drainage, drain leader, gas, soil, waste, vent or similarpiping, electric wiring or mechanical or other work affecting public health or general safety.

108.2.3 Public service agencies. A permit shall not be required for the installation, alteration or repairof generation, transmission, distribution or metering or other related equipment that is under theownership and control of public service agencies by established right.

108.3 Application for permit. To obtain a permit, the applicant shall first file an application in writing on aform furnished by the department of green construction for that purpose. Such application shall:

1. Identify and describe the work to be covered by the permit for which application is made.

2. Describe the land on which the proposed work is to be done by legal description, street addressor similar description that will readily identify and definitely locate the proposed building orwork.

3. Indicate the use and occupancy for which the proposed work is intended.

4. Be accompanied by construction documents and other information as required in Section 105.

5. State the valuation of the proposed work.

Need to expand to include items or review required by this code. Ie cost for plan review and inspections

6. Be signed by the applicant, or the applicant’s authorized agent.

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108.3.1 Action on application. The code official shall examine or cause to be examined applications forpermits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or theconstruction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the code official shallreject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefore. If the code official is satisfied that theproposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto,the code official shall issue a permit therefore as soon as practicable.

108.3.2 Time limitation of application. An application for a permit for any proposed work shall bedeemed to have been abandoned 180 days after the date of filing, unless such application has beenpursued in good faith or a permit has been issued; except that the code official is authorized to grant oneor more extensions of time for additional periods not exceeding 90 days each. The extension shall berequested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.

108.4 Validity of permit. The issuance or granting of a permit shall not be construed to be a permit for, or anapproval of, any violation of any of the provisions of this code or of any other ordinance of the jurisdiction.Permits presuming to give authority to violate or cancel the provisions of this code or other ordinances of the jurisdiction shall not be valid. The issuance of a permit based on construction documents and other data shall notprevent the code official from requiring the correction of errors in the construction documents and other data.

The code official is also authorized to prevent occupancy or use of a structure where in violation of this code orof any other ordinances of this jurisdiction.

108.5 Expiration. Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by suchpermit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit issuspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. The code official isauthorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. Theextension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.

108.6 Suspension or revocation. The code official is authorized to suspend or revoke a permit issued under theprovisions of this code wherever the permit is issued in error or on the basis of incorrect, inaccurate orincomplete information, or in violation of any ordinance or regulation or any of the provisions of this code.

108.7 Placement of permit. The building permit or copy shall be kept on the site of the work until thecompletion of the project.

SECTION 109FEES

109.1 Fees. A permit shall not be issued until the fees prescribed in Section 109.2 have been paid, nor shall anamendment to a permit be released until the additional fee, if any, has been paid.

109.2 Schedule of permit fees. A fee for each permit shall be paid as required, in accordance with the schedule

as established by the applicable governing authority.

109.3 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences any work before obtaining thenecessary permits shall be subject to an additional fee established by the code official, which shall be in additionto the required permit fees.

109.4 Related fees. The payment of the fee for the construction, alteration, removal or demolition of work donein connection to or concurrently with the work or activity authorized by a permit shall not relieve the applicantor holder of the permit from the payment of other fees that are prescribed by law.



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109.5 Refunds. The code official is authorized to establish a refund policy.

SECTION 110STOP WORK ORDER

110.1 Authority. Whenever the code official finds any work regulated by this code being performed in amanner either contrary to the provisions of this code or dangerous or unsafe, the code official is authorized toissue a stop work order.

110.2 Issuance. The stop work order shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the propertyinvolved, or to the owner’s agent, or to the person doing the work. Upon issuance of a stop work order, the citedwork shall immediately cease. The stop work order shall state the reason for the order, and the conditions underwhich the cited work will be permitted to resume.

110.3 Emergencies. Where an emergency exists, the code official shall not be required to give a written noticeprior to stopping the work.

110.4 Unlawful continuance. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stopwork order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition,shall be liable to a fine of not less than [AMOUNT] dollars or more than [AMOUNT] dollars.

SECTION 111BOARD OF APPEALS

111.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the codeofficial relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be and is hereby created a board of appeals. The code official shall be an ex officio member of said board but shall have no vote on any matterbefore the board. The board of appeals shall be appointed by the governing body and shall hold office at its

pleasure. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its business, and shall render all decisions andfindings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate copy to the code official.

111.2 Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim that the true intent of thiscode or the rules legally adopted there under have been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do notfully apply or an equally good or better form of construction is proposed. The board shall have no authority towaive requirements of this code.

111.3 Qualifications. The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified by experience andtraining and are not employees of the jurisdiction.

SECTION 112TEMPORARY STRUCTURES AND USES

112.1 General. The code official is authorized to issue a permit for temporary structures and temporary uses.Such permits shall be limited as to time of service, but shall not be permitted for more than 180 days. The codeofficial is authorized to grant extensions for demonstrated cause.

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112.2 Conformance. Temporary structures and uses shall conform to the environmental impact, strength,safety, light, ventilation and sanitary requirements of this code as necessary to ensure public health, safety andgeneral welfare.

Need to add “energy” to the list of issues

112.3 Temporary power. The code official is authorized to give permission to temporarily supply and usepower in part of an electric installation before such installation has been fully completed and the final certificateof completion has been issued. The part covered by the temporary certificate shall comply with the requirementsspecified for temporary lighting, heat or power in NFPA 70.

112.4 Termination of approval. The code official is authorized to terminate such permit for a temporarystructure or use and to order the temporary structure or use to be discontinued.



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CHAPTER 2

DEFINITIONS

SECTION 201GENERAL

201.1 Scope. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following words and terms shall, for the purposes of thiscode, have the meanings shown in this chapter.

201.2 Interchangeability. Words used in the present tense include the future; words stated in the masculinegender include the feminine and neuter; the singular number includes the plural and the plural, the singular.

201.3 Terms defined in other codes. Where terms are not defined in this code and are defined in the International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Fire Code, InternationalFuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code or International Plumbing Code, such terms shall have themeanings ascribed to them as in those codes.

201.4 Terms not defined. Where terms are not defined through the methods authorized by this section, suchterms shall have ordinarily accepted meanings such as the context implies.

SECTION 202DEFINITIONS

ADDITION. An extension or increase in floor area or height of a building or structure.

ALBEDO. Albedo, or solar reflectance, is a measure of a material's ability to reflect sunlight (including thevisible, infrared, and ultraviolet wavelengths) on a scale of 0 to 1. An albedo value of 0.0 indicates that thesurface absorbs all solar radiation, and an albedo value of 1.0 represents total reflectivity.

ALTERATION. Any construction or renovation to an existing structure other than repair or addition.

APPROVED. Acceptable to the code official or authority having jurisdiction.

APPROVED SOURCE. An independent person, firm or corporation, approved by the code official, who iscompetent and experienced in the application of engineering principles to materials, methods or systemsanalyses.

AREA, AGGREGATE, BUILDING or TENANT SPACE. The total of the floor area on all stories of thebuilding or tenant space, as measured from the interior side of the exterior walls, but exclusive of basementswhich do not qualify as stories above grade plane and are unoccupied or used exclusively for storage.

BIO-MASS. Typically regarded as solar energy stored in organic matter such as trees and other plants in theform of carbohydrates (sugars, starches and cellulose). Biomass is a renewable energy source because thegrowth of new plants and trees replenishes the supply. When plants die and decay or are used as an energysource, the energy stored in carbohydrates is discharged as carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere. Thebiomass used for energy purposes can be carbon dioxide "neutral" (i.e., not increase carbon dioxide emissions),but only if new biomass growth balances what is used. Therefore, for the purposes of this code, only by-



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products of forest management, such as when forests are thinned, and wood processing, such as wood pelletsformed of the residuals from milling operations, shall be recognized as bio-mass materials.

BUILDING. Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy, including theenergy using systems and site sub-systems powered through the building’s electrical service.

BUILDING ENERGY MANAGEMENT AND CONTROL SYSTEM (EMCS). A computerized, intelligentnetwork of electronic devices, designed to automatically monitor and control the energy using systems in abuilding.

BUILDING THERMAL ENVELOPE. The basement walls, exterior walls, floor, roof, and any other buildingelement that enclose conditioned space. This boundary also includes the boundary between conditioned spaceand any exempt or unconditioned space.

CODE OFFICIAL. The officer or other designated authority charged with the administration and enforcementof this code, or a duly authorized representative.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING. For this code, all buildings not included in the definition of residential building.

COMPLIANCE ELECTIVE. Provisions contained in Sections 405, 506, 612, 706, 807 and 903 for whichcompliance is not mandatory unless selected under Section 302.2 for a specific building design. The minimumaggregate total number of compliance electives which must be selected and complied with is indicated in Table302.1.

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS. Written, graphic and pictorial documents prepared or assembled fordescribing the design, location and physical characteristics of the elements of a project necessary for obtaining abuilding permit.

DENSITY FACTOR. A coefficient which reflects the water needs of a particular plant or group of plants withreference to the density of the plant material. The density factor is one of the factors used to determine the

landscape coefficient .

DEMAND LIMITING. The shedding of loads when pre-determined peak demand limits are about to beexceeded.

Historically done in daily load management activities to minimize peak demand charges. Loads are restored when the building demand is sufficiently reduced. Demand limiting is done to flatten the load shape when theelectric load shape is nearing a pre-determined peak.

DEMAND RESPONSE, AUTOMATED. Fully Automated Demand Response (Auto-DR) initiated by a signalfrom a utility or other appropriate entity, providing fully-automated connectivity to customer energy end-usecontrol strategies.

Auto-DR does not involve human intervention, but is initiated at a home, building, or facility through receipt of

an external communications signal. The receipt of the external signal initiates pre-programmed demand response strategies. One important concept in Auto-DR is that a homeowner or facility manager should be ableto “opt out” or “override” a DR event if the event comes at time when the reduction in end-use services is not acceptable. ADVANCED CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES AND STRATEGIES LINKING DEMAND

RESPONSE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY

DEMAND RESPONSE AUTOMATION INTERNET SOFTWARE. Software that resides in a building

Energy Management Control System that can receive a demand response signal and automatically reduceHVAC and lighting system loads. Demand Response programs developed by the electric utility and the



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independent system operator typically depend upon timely and reliable communications of events andinformation to the buildings that are participating in the programs.

DEMAND RESPONSE, MANUAL. Manually turning off or changing comfort equipment set points.

DEMAND RESPONSE, SEMI-AUTOMATED. A pre-programmed demand response strategy initiated by a

person through a centralized control system.

DEMAND SHEDDING. The dynamic and temporary reduction of peak load that can be dispatched manuallyor with automated controls.

Examples of load shapes for various load reduction terminology

Source

DEMAND SHIFTING. Moving electric loads from peak times to off-peak periods.

The most common technologies to support diurnal demand shifting are thermal energy storage systems, whichare often designed with ice or chilled water.

DWELLING UNIT. A single unit providing complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons,including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.

ENERGY STAR. A joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy designed to identify and promote energy-efficient products and practices.

EVAPOTRANSPIRATION . The combination of water transpired from plant tissues and evaporated from thesoil and plant surfaces measured in inches per unit of time.



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EXISTING CONSTRUCTION. Any existing buildings and structures for which the “start of construction”commenced before the effective date of the community’s first flood plain management code, ordinance orstandard.

EXISTING STRUCTURE. A structure erected prior to the date of adoption of the appropriate code, or one forwhich a legal building permit has been issued.

FIREPLACE. A hearth and fire chamber or similar prepared place in which a fire can be made and that is builtin conjunction with a chimney.

FLOOD OR FLOODING. A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of normallydry land from:1. The overflow of inland or tidal waters.2. The unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source.

FLOOD HAZARD AREA. The greater of the following two areas:1. The area within a flood plain subject to a 1-percent or greater chance of flooding in any year.2. The area designated as a flood hazard area on a community’s flood hazard map, or otherwise legally

designated.

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY. Renewable energy generated from the interior of the Earth and used to produceenergy for heating buildings or serving building commercial or industrial processes. Geothermal energy does notinclude systems that use energy independent of the geothermal source to raise the temperature of the extractedheat, such as heat pumps.

GLOBAL WARMING POTENTIAL. Global Warming Potentials (GWPs) are intended as a quantifiedmeasure of the globally averaged relative radiative forcing impacts of a particular greenhouse gas. It is definedas the cumulative radiative forcing―both direct and indirect effects―integrated over a period of time from theemission of a unit mass of gas relative to some reference gas [[IPCC 1996]]. Carbon dioxide (CO2) was chosenas the reference gas.

GWP values allow policy makers to compare the impacts of emissions and reductions of different gases. According to the IPCC, GWPs typically have an uncertainty of roughly ± 35 percent, though some GWPs havelarger uncertainty than others, especially those in which lifetimes have not yet been ascertained.

Direct effects occur when the gas itself is a greenhouse gas. Indirect radiative forcing occurs when chemicaltransformations involving the original gas produce a gas or gases that are greenhouse gases, or when a gasinfluences other radiatively important processes such as the atmospheric lifetimes of other gases.

GRADE PLANE. A reference plane representing the average of finished ground level adjoining the building atexterior walls. Where the finished ground level slopes away from the exterior walls, the reference plane shall beestablished by the lowest points within the area between the building and the lot line or, where the lot line is

more than 6 feet (1829 mm) from the building, between the building and a point 6 feet (1829 mm) from thebuilding.

GRAY WATER. Waste discharged from lavatories, bathtubs, showers, clothes washers and laundry sinks.

GREEN ROOF. A roof that is surfaced with soil and plant materials to reduce heat absorption and/or for waterretention and that is not intended for human occupancy.

GREENHOUSE GAS. Greenhouse gases are gases in an atmosphere that absorb and emit radiation within thethermal infrared range. This process is the fundamental cause of the greenhouse effect. On April 17, 2009, the



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Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) declared a distinct finding regardinggreenhouse gases under section 202(a) of the Clean Air Act—referred to as the Endangerment Finding. Theendangerment finding asserts that the current and projected concentrations of the mix of six key greenhousegases—carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs),perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)—in the atmosphere threaten the public health andwelfare of current and future generations.

HISTORIC BUILDINGS. Buildings that are listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of HistoricPlaces, or designated as historic under an appropriate state or local law.

HURRICANE-PRONE REGIONS. Areas vulnerable to hurricanes, defined as the U.S. Atlantic Ocean andGulf of Mexico coasts where the basic wind speed is greater than 90 miles per hour (145 km/h), and Hawaii,Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, and America Samoa.

INDEPENDENT SYSTEM OPERATOR (ISO). The electric system’s operator.

INFILL SITE. A vacant lot in an established, developed area that is surrounded by lots which contain buildingsor structures.

INFRARED EMITTANCE. The ratio of radiant heat emitted by a sample to that emitted by a black bodyradiator at the same temperature.

IMPERVIOUS SURFACE, NON-ROOF. Paved concrete or asphalt and other similar surfaces that readilyaccommodate the flow of water with relatively little absorption, as typically used at exterior horizontal areassuch as, but not limited to, parking lots, walkways, plazas and fire lanes.

INTRUSIVE VEGETATION. Plants species which are non-native and invasive.

JURISDICTION. The governmental unit that has adopted this code under due legislative authority.

LABEL. An identification applied on a product by the manufacturer that contains the name of the manufacturer,the function and performance characteristics of the product or material, and the name and identification of anapproved agency and that indicates that the representative sample of the product or material has been tested andevaluated by an approved agency.

LABELED. Equipment, materials or products to which has been affixed a label, seal, symbol or otheridentifying mark of a nationally recognized testing laboratory, inspection agency or other organizationconcerned with product evaluation that maintains periodic inspection of the production of the above-labeleditems and whose labeling indicates either that the equipment, material or product meets identified standards orhas been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose.

LANDSCAPE COEFFICIENT. The product of the plant species factor multiplied by the density factor and

the microclimate factor .

LIFE CYCLE ASSESSMENT (LCA). A technique to evaluate the relevant energy and material consumed andenvironmental emissions associated with the entire life of a product, process, activity or service.LISTED. Equipment, materials, products or services included in a list published by an organization acceptableto the code official and concerned with evaluation of products or services that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services and whose listing states either thatthe equipment, material, product or service meets identified standards or has been tested and found suitable for aspecified purpose.



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LOT. A portion or parcel of land considered as a unit.

LOT LINE. A line dividing one lot from another, or from a street or any public place.

MASS TRANSIT. Public or private bus, train or subway lines.

MERV. Duct system air filter minimum efficiency reporting value.

MICROCLIMATE FACTOR. A coefficient which reflects consideration of sun exposure, proximity toreflective surfaces and windy locations and is used to modify the plant species factor to reflect water needs of aparticular plant or group of plants with reference to the microclimate of a planting area.

MOISTURE CONTENT. The weight of the water in wood expressed as a percentage of the weight of oven-dried wood of the same variety.

MUNICIPAL RECLAIMED WATER. Wastewater that has been reclaimed, recycled, reused or treated by amunicipality for specific non-potable uses.

NET-ZERO-ENERGY BUILDING. A building that produces at least as much energy as it consumes andderives such energy from renewable on-site sources.

OCCUPANT LOAD, BUILDING OR TENANT SPACE. Occupant loads as calculated in accordance withthe requirements of the International Building Code.

OZONE DEPLETION FACTOR. A relative measure of the potency of chemicals in depleting stratosphericozone. The ozone depletion factor potential depends upon the chlorine and the bromine content and atmosphericlifetime of the chemical. The depletion factor potential is normalized such that the factor for CFC-11 is set equalto unity and the factors for the other chemicals indicate their potential relative to CFC-11.

PERMIT. An official document or certificate issued by the authority having jurisdiction which authorizes

performance of a specified activity.

PLANT SPECIES FACTOR. A coefficient used to adjust evapotranspiration to reflect water use by aparticular plant species.

POST-CONSUMER RECYCLED CONTENT. Waste material generated by consumers after it is used andthat would otherwise be discarded.

POTABLE WATER. Water free from impurities present in amounts sufficient to cause disease or harmfulphysiological effects and conforming to the bacteriological and chemical quality requirements of the PublicHealth Service Drinking Water Standards or the regulations of the public health authority having jurisdiction.

PRE-CONSUMER (or POSTINDUSTRIAL) RECYCLED CONTENT. Material diverted from the wastestream during one manufacturing process, including scraps, damaged goods and excess production, that is usedin another manufacturing process.

PROCESS LOADS. Electrical loads which are not related to building space conditioning, lighting, servicewater heating or ventilation.

R-VALUE (THERMAL RESISTANCE). The inverse of the time rate of heat flow through a body from one of its bounding surfaces to the other surface for a unit temperature difference between the two surfaces, understeady state conditions, per unit area (h × ft2 × °F/Btu) [(m2 × K)/W].



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RECYCLED WATER. Water that, as a result of treatment of waste, is suitable for a direct beneficial use or acontrolled use that would not otherwise occur, but does not meet the definition of potable water and, therefore,is not suitable for drinking purposes.

REGISTERED DESIGN PROFESSIONAL. An individual who is registered or licensed to practice their

respective design profession as defined by the statutory requirements of the professional registration laws of thestate or jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed.

RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES, ON-SITE. Solar photovoltaic, solar thermal, geothermal, and windsystems located on the building site, and generating energy for use on the building site.

REPAIR. The reconstruction or renewal of any part of an existing building for the purpose of its maintenance.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING. For energy purposes only, detached one- and two-family dwellings, and multiplesingle-family dwellings (townhouses), buildings under the scope of the International Residential Code, and Group R-2, R-3 and R-4 buildings, all of which are three stories or less in height above grade.

ROOF COVERING. The covering applied to the roof deck for weather resistance, fire classification orappearance.

SKYLIGHTS AND SLOPED GLAZING. Glass or other transparent or translucent glazing material installedat a slope of 15 degrees (0.26 rad) or more from vertical. Glazing material in skylights, including unit skylights,solariums, sunrooms, roofs and sloped walls, are included in this definition.

SLEEPING UNIT. A room or space in which people sleep, which can also include permanent provisions forliving, eating, and either sanitation or kitchen facilities but not both. Such rooms and spaces that are also part of a dwelling unit are not sleeping units.

SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC EQUIPMENT. A device such as solar cells and inverters used to transform solar

insolation into energy.

SOLAR REFLECTANCE. A measure of the ability of a surface material to reflect sunlight, it is the fraction of solar flux – including the visible, infrared, and ultraviolet wavelengths – reflected by a surface, expressed as apercentage on a scale of 0 to 1. Solar reflectance is also called "albedo."

SOLAR REFLECTANCE INDEX (SRI). A value that incorporates both solar reflectance and infraredemittance in a single measure to represent a material's temperature in the sun. SRI quantifies how hot a surfacewould get relative to standard black and standard white surfaces. It is calculated using equations based onpreviously measured values of solar reflectance and infrared emittance as laid out in ASTM E1980. It isexpressed as a fraction (0.0 to 1.0) or percentage (0% to 100%).

SOLAR THERMAL EQUIPMENT. A device that uses solar radiation to heat water or air for use within thefacility for service water heating, space heating or space cooling.

STORY. That portion of a building included between the upper surface of a floor and the upper surface of thefloor or roof next above. It is measured as the vertical distance from top to top of two successive tiers of beamsor finished floor surfaces and, for the topmost story, from the top of the floor finish to the top of the ceiling joists or, where there is not a ceiling, to the top of the roof rafters.



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STORY ABOVE GRADE PLANE. Any story having its finished floor surface entirely above grade plane,except that a basement shall be considered as a story above grade plane where the finished surface of the floorabove the basement is:1. More than 6 feet (1829 mm) above grade plane; or2. More than 12 feet (3658 mm) above the finished ground level at any point.

STRUCTURE. That which is built or constructed.

SUBMETER. A meter installed subordinate to a site meter. Usually used to measure water intended for onepurpose, such as landscape irrigation, also known as a dedicated meter.

TERTIARY STANDARDS. Standards, practices or policies that ensure that waste water has been treated toachieve a level of quality which is safe for release into the environment, such as, but not limited to, release intoseas, rivers, lakes and ground.

U-FACTOR (THERMAL TRANSMITTANCE). The coefficient of heat transmission (air to air) through abuilding component or assembly, equal to the time rate of heat flow per unit area and unit temperaturedifference between the warm side and cold side air films (Btu/h · ft2 ·°F) [W/(m2 · K)].

VENTILATION. The natural or mechanical process of supplying conditioned or unconditioned air to, orremoving such air from, any space.

VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC). A chemical compound based on carbon chains or rings withvapor pressures greater than 0.1 millimeters of mercury at room temperature which typically contains hydrogenand sometimes contain oxygen, nitrogen and other elements.

WATER HEATER, INSTANTANEOUS. A water heater with an input rating of at least 4,000 Btu/h pergallon (310 W/L) of stored water and a storage capacity of less than 10 gallons (38 L).

WATER HEATER, STORAGE. A water heater with an input rating less than 4,000 Btu/h per gallon (310

W/L) of stored water or a storage capacity of at least 10 gallons (38 L).

WATTLES. Approved materials such as, but not limited to, hay and straw, shaped in the form of tubes andplaced on a down flow slope to reduce sediment in runoff or serve as perimeter and inlet controls.

WEATHERED REFLECTANCE. The solar reflectance value of roofing after it has been installed andsubjected to actual weather conditions for not less than three years.



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CHAPTER 3

GENERAL COMPLIANCE

SECTION 301GENERAL

301.1 Scope. This chapter contains the general compliance requirements for buildings regulated by this code.

General agreement by the SBTC as to the concept and format. This chapter will need to be periodically revisited as the drafting progresses and the remainder of regulations are established. Need a road map.Could consider use of 189.1P as one Tier Each workgroup should have a voice in determining the provisions of this Chapter.

SECTION 302COMPLIANCE

302.1 Local requirements. The local jurisdiction shall determine the minimum energy conservation and waterconservation requirements, the required minimum aggregate total number of compliance electives that must becomplied with, and whether compliance with various provisions of this code shall be mandatory by inserting therequired information in Table 302.1. The minimum aggregate total number of compliance electives indicated inTable 302.1 shall be further modified for applicability to each specific project by Item 2 to Section 302.2.

Is this commentary text?Should this be in the ordinance rather than the code?Should designers indicate how they’ve complied or intend to comply with each elective they’ve selected?

302.2 Mandatory provisions and compliance electives. All provisions of this code other than complianceelectives shall be mandatory as applicable. Except where selected by the design professional in responsiblecharge to comply with this section, compliance electives shall not be mandatory.

1. An aggregate total of not less than the number of compliance electives indicated in Table 302.1 shallbe selected from, and shall be in accordance with the provisions of, Sections 405, 506, 612, 706, 807and 903. Such compliance electives shall be selected by the design professional in responsible chargefor voluntary compliance and shall be clearly indicated to the code official by means of completion of the Compliance Elective Checklist contained in Table 302.2.

2. Where a swimming pool, ornamental fountain or fireplace is included in the project, the aggregatetotal number of compliance electives indicated in Table 302.1 shall be increased as specified in Sections606.3, 705.1 and 804.2, respectively.

The electives are of the same weight. Should they be?They are designed to encourage practices, not rate buildings.Once a compliance elective is selected, it becomes mandatoryThis doesn’t get us to carbon neutralGive each item a value - so you get mandatory provisions and a rating system This is not a marketing tool – it is intended to be adoptable, useable, enforceable, and affect real change.



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TABLE 302.1LOCAL REQUIREMENTS AND OBJECTIVES

Section Section Title/Description and Directives Local Objective

CH 3. GENERAL COMPLIANCE

302.2Compliance Electives – Indicate a value between 8 and 14 as theminimum aggregate total number of compliance electives which must besatisfied.

a

CH 4. NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RESPONSIBLE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT

402.5 Proximity to water – Indicate Required or Not Required

402.7 Agricultural Land – Indicate Required or Not Required

CH 6. ENERGY CONSERVATION AND EARTH ATMOSPHERIC QUALITY

605 Building envelope systems – Indicate Baseline, Tier 1 or Tier 2606 Building mechanical systems – Indicate Baseline, Tier 1 or Tier 2

607Building service water heating systems – Indicate Baseline, Tier 1 orTier 2

608Building electrical power and lighting systems – Indicate Baseline,Tier 1 or Tier 2

609Building energy-using appliances and appurtenant equipment – Indicate Baseline, Tier 1 or Tier 2

610Building renewable energy systems – Indicate Not Required, Tier 3 orTier 4. Where Tier 3 or 4 are selected, Tier 2 must be selected forSections 605 – 609 above.

CH 7. WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY

702.1 Plumbing fixture and fitting flow rates – Indicated Baseline, Tier 1 orTier 2

704.2Water sources for outdoor irrigation systems – Indicate Required orNot Required

a. See Section 302.2 for additional compliance elective requirements.The SBTC shall re-evaluate whether the range of values indicated in Section 302.2 of Table 302.1 isappropriate and reasonable based on the total number of compliance electives available in the final draft andthe feasibility of compliance with those provisions by various project types.



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TABLE 302.2COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES CHECKLIST

Section Description Check thecorrespondingbox for eachsection for whichapplication ismandatory for thespecific project.

a, b

Check thecorresponding boxfor each sectionwhich is intended tobe selected as acompliance elective .

CH 4. NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RESPONSIBLE LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT

402.2 a, b

Natural resource preservation areas a, b

a, b

403.1 a, b

Walkways and bicycle paths a, b

a, b

403.2 a, b

Changing and shower facilities a, b

a, b

403.3 a, b

Bicycle racks or storage a, b

a, b

403.4 a, b

Carpool parking a, b

a, b

403.5 a, b

High mpg vehicle parking a, b

a, b

405.2.1 Natural resource preservation areas

405.2.2 Infill site

405.2.3 Brownfield site

405.2.4 Reduced building footprint

405.3.1 Proximity to mass transit

405.3.2 Proximity to community support and services

405.4.1 Open-grid pavement

405.4.2 Additional open-grid pavement

CH 5. MATERIAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY

502.1a, b

Waste Management a, b

a, b

506.2(1) Waste management (25%)



506.3(1) Recycled content material (5%)

506.3(2) Recycled content material (10%)

506.4(1) Additional reused material (salvaged 10%)



506.4(4) Additional reused material (salvaged 70%) 506.5(1) Regional materials (25%)

506.5(2) Regional materials (45%)

506.6 Rapidly renewable materials

506.7(1) Multi-story buildings (+ one story)

506.7(2) Multi-story buildings (+ two stories)

506.8 Reduced building volume

506.9 Life cycle assessment (structure and finish)



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Section Description Check thecorrespondingbox for eachsection for whichapplication ismandatory for thespecific project.

a, b

Check thecorresponding boxfor each sectionwhich is intended tobe selected as acompliance elective .

CH6. ENERGY CONSERVATION, EFFICIENCY AND EARTH ATMOSPHERIC QUALITY

602.1 Building energy performance2012 IECC (2006 +30 ) 2012 IECC (2006 +40 )2012 IECC (2006 +50 )

2012 IECC (2006 +50 ) + 25% Renewables 2012 IECC (2006 +50 ) + 50% Renewables

Baseline a, c

Tier 1

a, c

Tier 2

a, c

Tier 3

a, c

Tier 4

a, c

Tier 1

a, c

Tier 2

a, c

Tier 3

a, c

Tier 4

a, c

CH7. WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENTY

704.2a, d

(and 706.1)

Landscape irrigation systems a, d

a, d

706.2.1 Plumbing fixture and fitting flow rate tier a, c

a, c

Tier 1 a, c

Tier 2 a, c

706.2.2 Use of nonpotable water for fixture flushing

706.3 On-site wastewater treatment

CH. 8 INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND COMFORT

807.2 NAAQS Ventilation air active monitoring

807.3 Natural light

CH. 9 BUILDING OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND OWNER EDUCATION

903.2 IEQ Commissioning

a. Section numbers in gray highlighted areas of the table are available to be selected as compliance electives onlyunder the conditions described in Footnotes b, c and d.

b. These sections are available to be selected as compliance electives only where their application is not mandatory

for a specific project, such as, but not limited to, when the buildings’ size or occupant load is small enough thatmandatory application is not required.

c. Only tiers which are above the minimum indicated by the jurisdiction in Table 302.1 for this section number areavailable as compliance electives.

d. This section is only available as a compliance elective where the jurisdiction has not indicated it as a mandatoryrequirement in Table 302.1.



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ROADMAP TO THE IgCC RESOURCE DOCUMENT

Chapter 3 and the concept of compliance electives are central to the application of the IgCC as configured inthis Resource Document. The following are some of the highlights of Chapter 3 and the concept of complianceelectives:

Table 302.1 is designed to allow the local jurisdiction to meet regional goals and priorities by determiningwhether certain provisions are to be mandatory and what levels or tiers of energy and water conservation willbe required for minimum compliance with this code.

Table 302.1 also requires that the local jurisdiction indicate a value between 8 and 14 as the minimum numberof compliance electives which must satisfied in order to comply with this code. Compliance electives areintended to encourage and drive the consideration and implementation of certain practices which may not beappropriate as strict mandatory requirements in some scenarios.

All of the provisions of this code, other than those designated as compliance electives, are mandatory asapplicable. Compliance electives, however, become mandatory only when they are selected or chosen by thedesign professional in responsible charge and are indicated in Table 302.2, the Compliance Elective Checklist.

Section 105.2.7 requires that the Compliance Elective Checklist be included in the submitted constructiondocuments. The primary functions of the Compliance Elective Checklist are to: a) give guidance to owners anddesign professionals as to what compliance electives are available to choose from and b) to inform the codeofficial as to which compliance electives have been selected or chosen by the design professional and must,therefore, then be complied with and enforced as if they were mandatory requirements.

As stated earlier, provisions of this code have typically been designated as compliance electives wheremandatory compliance with that provision was determined to be unduly restrictive in certain cases, but wherethat provision was, nonetheless, important to encourage from an environmental perspective. For example, itwould be unreasonable to require that all buildings be constructed on a brownfield site, but it is quitereasonable to encourage the practice. Therefore, Section 405.2.3, which regulates brownfield sites, isdesignated as a compliance elective.

Buildings which comply with higher energy and water conservation tiers than required by the jurisdiction, asindicated in Table 302.1, can use each tier in excess of that required by the local jurisdiction in Table 302.1 asa compliance elective. Thus the concept of compliance electives facilitates the encouragement of more energyefficient and water efficient buildings than the minimum required by the IgCC, much like rating systems do. Inaddition, where a specific building project does not trigger the application of a provision which is otherwisemandatory, that provision can also be used as a compliance elective. For example, Section 402.2, naturalresource preservation areas, is only mandatory when the area of building exceeds 30,000 square feet. Since it isnot mandatory for buildings with an area of 30,000 square feet or less, Section 405.1 encourages theapplication of the provision to smaller structures by allowing the design professional in responsible charge toselect the provision as a compliance elective in such cases.

Provisions which are designated as compliance electives have been grouped in dedicated sections at the end of Chapters 4 through 9 so that they may be readily identified, and the Compliance Elective Checklist containedin Table 302.2 ties all compliance elective strategies from all chapters together in one location.

Again, all sections which are not designated as compliance electives are mandatory as applicable. This conceptis reinforced in the general provisions at the beginning of Chapters 4 through 9. The vast majority of theprovisions of this code are mandatory as applicable in the spirit of all other International Codes.



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402.2 Natural resource preservation areas. Where the aggregate area of a building footprint and on-site pavedareas exceeds 30,000 square feet, at least 15 percent of the site shall be dedicated to the preservation of, or re-creation of, regionally appropriate natural resource features other than intrusive vegetation. A maximum of 50percent of this required area shall be permitted to be turf. Green roofs, landscaped roofs and similar approvedfeatures shall be deemed to qualify as part of the required natural resource area. Areas of the site containingrequired natural resource features shall not be parceled, sold or developed without demonstration of compliance

with these provisions for the remaining portions of the site.

Should it be called turf? Implies irrigation.Section terminology/detailsWhat’s a green roof vs a landscaped roof? Are there standards? Need to provide a habitat? In-fill development; lot line-to-lot line development (also see 405.2.2) Invasive vs. intrusive Restoration vs. recreationShould vegetation be required to be native or adaptive?Consider enhanced biodiversityProvide operation and maintenance guidelines for natural resource areas (for incorporation into Chapter 9).

What about onsite water for life of project?

402.3 Topsoil. Organic topsoil shall be removed from all areas of the lot that could potentially be damaged byconstruction or equipment. Such topsoil shall be stored or stockpiled for future use as topsoil. Topsoil intendedfor reuse on the project shall be stored on the project lot or other approved location until reused. Topsoilstockpiles shall be secured and protected throughout the project with temporary or permanent soil stabilizationmeasures.

Address airborne particles

402.4 Site work. Limits of work areas shall be clearly indicated on the site plan and demarcated on the lot in anapproved manner that facilitates the protection of existing site vegetation, topsoil and other natural resource

features during construction.

402.5 Flood hazard areas and proximity to water. Where this section is indicated to be applicable in Table302.2, buildings and additions to buildings shall not be constructed in flood hazard areas (including A or BZones) or within 100 feet of lakes, rivers and other significant natural bodies of water or waterways.

Exception: Repairs, replacement and alterations within the exterior walls of existing buildings shall bepermitted in buildings regulated by this section.

402.6 Park land. Buildings shall not be located on park land.

Exceptions:

1. Buildings shall be permitted to be located on park land where the building serves a park relatedpurpose.

2. Buildings shall be permitted to be located on park land where park land of equivalent size isestablished in another approved location.

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Define park land

402.7 Agricultural land. Buildings shall not be located on land suitable for agricultural purposes where theapplicability of this section is indicated in Table 302.2.

Exception: Buildings shall be permitted to be located on agricultural land where the building serves an

agriculturally related purpose.

What is “suitable for agricultural purposes”? Need clarification for ahj – define agriculturalShould fire fighting run off be addressed or is it outside the scope of this code?

SECTION 403TRANSPORTATION IMPACT

Concepts good – may not work for all size cities. Rework metrics

403.1 Walkways and bicycle paths. Walkways and bicycle paths shall be provided where vehicular roadways

are provided as part of a project’s scope and that project’s scope also includes a building with an area exceeding20,000 square feet and an occupant load exceeding 200. Such walkways and bicycle paths shall be maintained inan approved manner and shall connect to existing facilities, or shall be designed to connect to potential futurefacilities which provide community support services or housing.

Consider other forms of alternative pedestrian transportation such as skiing, hiking, etcConsider letting the jurisdiction decide on the threshold metrics.

403.2 Changing and shower facilities. Buildings and tenant spaces with an aggregate area that exceeds 10,000square feet and an occupant load that exceeds 100 shall be provided with on-site dressing room and showerfacilities.

Coordinate metrics with 403.1. How many showers?

403.3 Bicycle racks or storage. Buildings and tenant spaces with an aggregate area exceeding 10,000 squarefeet and an occupant load that exceeds 100 shall be provided with bicycle racks or dedicated bicycle storageareas. Such racks or storage shall accommodate a number of bicycles that is not less than the equivalent of 5%of the occupant load of the building or tenant space and shall be available to the public in a location that isvisible from the main entrance to the building or tenant space.

Need number of racksStorage for alternative transportation – not just bicycles

Exceptions:

1. Tenant spaces not located at grade levels of a building need not be provided with bicycle racks orstorage.

2. The bicycle racks and storage are permitted to be provided in another approved location on the lotprovided that directional signage from the main entrance to the location is provided.

403.4 Carpool parking. Where parking is provided for a building containing Group B, E, F, I, S or Uoccupancies that have an aggregate area that exceeds 10,000 square feet and exceeds a building occupant load of



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100, preferred parking for carpools that are capable of serving at least 5% of the building occupants shall beprovided. Such parking spaces shall be provided with approved signage, but shall not take precedence overspaces which are required to be accessible by the International Building Code.

Inside vs. outside parking – relates to heat island effect and land use

403.5 High mile per gallon vehicle parking. Where parking is provided for a building or tenant space with anaggregate area which exceeds 10,000 square feet and an occupant load of 100, preferred parking for vehicleswith a combined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rating of at least 30 miles per gallon shall beprovided. Such spaces shall be capable of serving at least 5% of the building occupants and shall be providedwith approved signage, but shall not take precedence over spaces which are required to be accessible by theInternational Building Code.

Need better terminology other than high mile per gallon Is 30 mpg too low?...current CAFÉ std is 27 Enforceability of the mpg ratings difficult? Address charging stations? MPG vs low emission vehicles

Non-fossil fuel vehicles Recharging stations Need more on parking surfaces (also see electives)

SECTION 404HEAT ISLAND MITIGATION

404.1 Heat island mitigation - roof. Roof coverings on roofs sloped less than 2 units in 12 units shall have aminimum Solar Reflectance of 0.70 or a minimum Solar Reflectance Index of 78. Roof coverings on roofssloped 2 units in 12 units to 5 units in 12 units shall have a minimum Solar Reflectance of 0.35 or a minimumSolar Reflectance Index of 78. Solar reflectance shall be determined in accordance with ASTM E903, ASTM

E1918 or ASTM E1549, or by testing with a portable reflectometer at near ambient conditions.

Need reference to cool roofs and the info that is available on them Impact on roof helistops and heliportsShould there be exceptions for certain climate zones/regions – i.e. zones 7 & 8?

Exceptions:

1. Roofs or portions of roofs which are vegetated or landscaped, shaded by other buildings, buildingelements or vegetation, including growth within 10 years, or provided with solar collectors, mechanicalequipment, decks, swimming pools or similar approved elements.

Type of shading, how long, which part of the day?10 years too long?

2. Additional portions of the roof not to exceed the area of solar collectors, mechanical equipment orsimilar approved elements that are mounted on the roof.

Consider changing to an area suitable for servicing of equipment.Exceptions for northern climates? Also consider southern hemisphere Delete this exception because you want a cool roof under this equipment J. Humble offered to rewrite



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404.2 Non-roof heat island mitigation. Non-roof heat island mitigation shall be in accordance with theprovisions of this section.

404.2.1 Exterior wall shading or finish. Structural or vegetative shading, or vegetative shading after10 years of growth from issuance of the certificate of occupancy, shall be provided for building exterior

walls, other than north facing walls, or exterior finished materials shall have a Solar Reflectance Index(SRI) of at least 30 as determined in accordance with ASTM E903, ASTM E1918 or ASTM E1549, orby testing with a portable reflectometer at near ambient conditions.

Need to address parking surfaces/sidewalks/etc..don’t use the term paving use hardscape. Impact on materials – red brick pass this criteria?What limits does this place on conventional exterior wall materialsShould a vertical wall have to comply with SRI or should it be just horizontal surfaces North side of wall not applicable internationally (consider areas south of the equator) Impact of wall mounted solar collectors – don’t want to shade Be cognizant of fuel loads placed up against the walls, including vegetationShaded how long and what part of day?

Address maintenance of vegetation (Coordinate w/Ch 9?)

SECTION 405COMPLIANCE ELECTIVES

It is ICC’s intent that the IgCC ® contain mandatory provisions wherever possible, as is the spirit of the existing International Codes. The intended purpose of compliance electives is to encourage the implementation of practices which are very beneficial in the quest to achieve low environmental impact buildings, but which maynot be appropriate as mandatory provisions because they are unreasonably restrictive or technically infeasiblein certain applications. However, it is quite possible, in some instances, that modifications to the languagecontained in this Resource Document which introduce thresholds, such as building size or occupancy, or various

exceptions, as well as other strategies, may allow many provisions which are currently listed as complianceelectives to be formatted in the preferable mandatory format.

Add a compliance elective for parking facilities which do not exceed minimum local zoning requirements.

405.1 General. Section 405 shall regulate compliance electives related to natural resource conservation andenvironmentally responsible land development. Compliance electives shall not be mandatory unless selected bythe design professional in responsible charge and indicated in the Compliance Elective Checklist required bySection 302.2. All other provisions of this chapter shall be mandatory as applicable. Where a specific building isnot subject to the mandatory application of Sections 402.2, 403.1, 403.2, 403.3, 403.4 or 403.5, such sectionsshall also be permitted to be selected as compliance electives in accordance with Section 302.2.

Give jurisdictions the ability to opt out of certain compliance electives (such as infill sites, as they may be tooeasy to qualify for in some jurisdictions).

405.2 Preservation of natural resources. Compliance electives related to the preservation of natural resourcesshall comply with Sections 405.2.1 through 405.2.4, as applicable.

405.2.1 Natural resource preservation areas compliance elective. The requirements of this sectionshall be identical to Section 402.2 except that at least 30 percent of the site shall be dedicated to natural



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resource features. Compliance with this section shall be recognized in addition to compliance withSection 402.2 where Section 402.2 is chosen as a compliance elective.

What is a natural resource feature?

405.2.2 Infill site compliance elective. The building shall be located on an infill site.

Add “previously developed infill site” Need a better definition of infill site..density factors? Need to make it profitable to redevelop infill properties

405.2.3 Brownfield site compliance elective. The building site shall be developed as a “brownfield”site in accordance with ASTM E1903 Phase II Environmental Assessment or the building or site shallbe classified as brownfield by a local, state or federal government agency and effective remediationshall have been completed.

405.2.4. Reduced building footprint compliance elective. The building footprint shall be reduced bystacking stories. The area of the upper story shall be at least 50 percent of the area of the story below.

Hard 50 % too restrictive? Impact on local zoning codeSome jurisdictions may not wish to encourage increased building height.

Need provisions for on site tertiary water retention

Need provisions for grey fields – ie amusement parks that are no longer viable

Need a SRI elective

Need elective for rain water retention. See Ch 7 for rain water harvesting.

405.3 Transportation impact. Compliance electives related to transportation impact shall comply with Sections405.3.1 and 405.3.2, as applicable.

405.3.1 Proximity to mass transit compliance elective. The lot shall be located within a ¼ mile of amass transit line, within a 1/2 mile radius of at least 1 mass transit stop or station, or within a 1 mileradius of at least 2 mass transit stops or stations, as measured from any portion of the proposed buildingto any portion of the stop or station site or the route or line’s right of way.

Confusing language – need to clean it up

405.3.2 Proximity to community support and services compliance elective. Buildings shall be

located within a ¼ mile radius of at least 2, within a 1/2 mile radius of at least 5, or within a ¾ mileradius of at least 9 of the following or other approved community support services, as measured fromany portion of the proposed building to any portion of the lot on which the building providingcommunity support services is located. Single structures shall be permitted to qualify as containingmultiple services, except as noted. Multiples of the same service type shall not be credited.

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4. Restaurant5. Place of religious worship6. Concert hall7. Theatre not associated with a Group B or E occupancy, park or Group A-2 occupancy8. Community Library not associated with a Group B or E occupancy9. Park

Add water Parks, YMCA pools, community pools.

Business Group B occupancies10. Bank 11. Barber shop12. Beauty shop13. Civic administration14. Clinic – outpatient15. Doctors’ office16. Dentists’ office17. Dry cleaner

18. Laundromat19. Police station20. Post office21. Fire station22. College23. Vocational school

Educational Group E occupancies24. Pre-school25. Day care26. Elementary school27. Middle school

28. High school

Mercantile Group M occupancies29. Supermarket30. Men’s Clothing retailer31. Women’s clothing retailer32. Children’s clothing retailer33. Convenience grocer34. Hardware or building supplies retailer35. Pharmacy

Add sporting goods

Residential Group R occupancies36. At least 20 dwelling units 37. At least 20 sleeping units

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CHAPTER 5

MATERIAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY

Need to address how to reduce materials by keeping them out of buildings, such as by “minimization”.

SECTION 501GENERAL

501.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall govern matters related to building material conservation andresource efficiency, primarily by means of provisions which require or encourage: the reuse of existing buildingstock and materials; the use of recycled and regional materials; durability and moisture protection; and thedevelopment and implementation of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools.

501.2 Mandatory provisions and compliance electives. All provisions of this chapter, other than thecompliance electives contained in Section 506, shall be mandatory as applicable.

501.3 Other material resource related codes. The provisions of the codes referenced in Sections 501.3.1through 501.3.4 and indicated elsewhere in this chapter, and those editions as listed in Chapter 11, shall bemandatory as applicable. Where differences occur between the provisions of this code and referenced codes andstandards, the provisions of this code shall apply.

Is this coordinated with Ch 1? Do we need this list in each Chapter?This list more accurately specifies codes which support and should be coordinated with this Chapter

501.3.1 Building. The International Building Code shall establish minimum requirements to safeguardpublic health, safety and general welfare through provisions related to material durability and resistanceto weather, water, moisture intrusion and other environmental hazards, structural strength and stability,and safety to life and property from fire and other hazards attributed to the built environment.

501.3.2 Property maintenance. The provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code shallapply to existing structures and premises, including the demolition of such structures, salvaging of materials, and the maintenance of the exterior and interior structure, equipment and facilities.

501.3.3 Fire prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affectingor relating to the fire resistance of materials, assemblies and structures; the hazard of fire and explosionarising from the storage, handling or use of structures, materials or devices; conditions hazardous to life,property or public welfare in the occupancy of structures or premises; fire hazards in the structure or onthe premises from occupancy or operation; and matters related to the construction, extension, repair,alteration or removal of fire suppression or alarm systems.

SECTION 502WASTE MANAGEMENT

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FIGURE 504.4CLIMATE ZONES



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It is ICC’s intent that the IgCC ® contain mandatory provisions wherever possible, as is the spirit of theexisting International Codes. The intended purpose of compliance electives is to encourage the implementationof practices which are very beneficial in the quest to achieve low environmental impact buildings, but which

may not be appropriate as mandatory provisions because they are unreasonably restrictive or technicallyinfeasible in certain applications. However, it is quite possible, in some instances, that modifications to thelanguage contained in this Resource Document which introduce thresholds, such as building size or occupancy, or various exceptions, as well as other strategies, may allow many provisions which are currentlylisted as compliance electives to be formatted in the preferable mandatory format.

Consider adding an end of life compliance elective which addresses 5 most widely used materials and develop a plan for landfill diversion.

506.1 General. Section 506 contains compliance electives related to material resource conservation andefficiency. Compliance electives shall not be mandatory unless selected by the design professional in

responsible charge and indicated in the Compliance Elective Checklist required by Section 302.2. All otherprovisions of this chapter shall be mandatory as applicable. Where a specific building is not subject to themandatory application of Section 502.1, such section shall also be permitted to be selected as complianceelectives in accordance with Section 302.2.

506.2 Waste management compliance electives. Each of the following shall be considered an individualcompliance elective. The electives are cumulative and compliance with each item shall be recognizedindividually.

1. Compliance with 502.1 except that 25% of materials shall be diverted from landfills.



The percentages indicated in Sections 502.1 and 506.2 were derived from Scottsdale, Arizona’s CommercialGreen Building Checklist.

Need to decide a baseline and then adjust these %’s.Scottsdale notes the values are low due to regional considerations and their program has not achieved effectiveresults in this regard. Austin’s history has been favorable on meeting 50%. Diverters and haulers developed quickly.Coordinate with 502.1

506.3 Recycled content materials compliance electives. Each of the following shall be considered a separate

compliance elective. The electives are cumulative and compliance with each item shall be recognizedindividually.

1. Materials with recycled content in accordance with Section 503.1 shall be used for at least 5% of thetotal value of the materials in the project.

2. Materials with recycled content in accordance with Section 503.1 shall be used for at least 10% of thetotal value of the materials in the project.

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Specify what type of recycled content

506.4 Reused materials compliance electives. Each of the following shall be considered a separate complianceelective. The electives are cumulative and compliance with each item shall be recognized individually.

1. Salvaged, refurbished or reused materials, products and furnishings, or portions of existing buildings,

shall be used for at least 10% of the total value of materials in the project, exclusive of mechanical,plumbing and electrical systems. Project materials shall include buildings and improvements on the lotsuch as, but not limited to, retaining walls, paving and vegetation.

2. Same as Item 1 except that such materials shall be used for at least 30% of the total value of materialsin the project.



Need to define the period Do we need more specific requirements for reused materials?

506.5 Regional materials compliance electives. Each of the following shall be considered a separatecompliance elective. The electives are cumulative and compliance with each item shall be recognizedindividually.

1. At least 25% of the value of all building materials and products used in the project shall be inaccordance with the requirements of Section 503.2.

2. At least 45% of the value of all building materials and products used in the project shall be in

accordance with the requirements of Section 503.2.

Need to evaluate if the materials are developed and processed within the region.

506.6 Rapidly renewable materials compliance elective. Building materials derived from plants typicallyharvested within a ten-year cycle shall be used for at least 10% of the total value of all building materials andproducts used in the project, exclusive of exterior lot improvements and mechanical, plumbing and electricalsystems.

Need provisions for renewable, not rapidly renewable, materials. Need provisions for sustainably managed forestsWood needs to be on the table

506.7 Multi-story building (Compliance electives). The building roof- and foundation-to-floor area ratios shallbe reduced by stacking stories. Each of the following shall be considered a separate compliance elective. Theelectives are cumulative and compliance with each item shall be recognized individually.

1. At least one story above the first story above grade plane shall be provided. The area of the upperstory shall be equivalent to or greater than 90 percent of the area of the first story.

2. At least two stories above the first story above grade plane shall be provided. The area of each upperstory shall be equivalent to or greater than 90 percent of the area of the first story.





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CHAPTER 6

ENERGY CONSERVATION, EFFICIENCY AND EARTH ATMOSPHERICQUALITY

There are 54 propose code changes to the IECC for 2012 from DOE Addressing process & plug loads is the only way to get to +50 and net-zero Need to gain access to the building parametric models DOE developed for ASHRAE 90.1KISS – must be reasonable, adaptable and enforceable It’s hard to simplify brain surgerySBTC voted not to include passive sustainability If the 2012 IECC contains proposals similar to those included in the IgCC those provisions can come out of thiscode.Proposals can then be made then to 2012 IECC, but will not take effect until 2015.We have extraction from potential code changes. Need staff to provide a mechanism to track and correlatechanges we are aware of.

We will know after Baltimore what IECC com has don and will still have 2 meetings before release of the draft for public comments.There is a code change cycle to allow SBTC committee to catch up Might want to extract some material from IECC and put directly in this code for coordination purpose, but that might not be conducive to an integrated approach. Address O&M (Coordinate w/Ch 9)

SECTION 601GENERAL

601.1 The provisions of this chapter are designed to reduce energy consumption of buildings by reducing the use

of fossil fuels as a source of building energy and reducing green house gas emissions attributed to such use; andto encourage the use of on-site renewable energy sources leading to the construction of net-zero-energybuildings by 2050. This code shall not apply to the following:

Appropriate to include year/goal in the code? Is it necessary to include the optional tiers in the first edition of the IgCC – Is there enough time todevelop/verify the requirements for the First Draft? Revise 2050 to 2030 Add building operation (Chapter 9?)

1. Buildings that do not use electricity, do not use fossil fuels and do not use water;

Why are we exempting these?2. Portions of building systems that are part of commercial, industrial or manufacturing processes

unless they are specifically provided for by this code; and

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Should this be here or in Ch 9.

604.1 Energy consumption data. Submetering or equivalent combinations of energy measurement devicesshall be provided to record energy consumption data by source in terms of gas, electricity, renewable and districtenergy, and system in terms of mechanical, service water heating, lighting and appurtenant energy-using systemof the building. Energy consumption data shall be automatically communicated to the facility or building energy

management and control system (EMCS).

Monitoring systems technology will eclipse the development of the IGCC. The IGCC needs to be forwardingthinking in this regard.Qualify or exempt small buildings from EMCSGo slow on this – Smart Grid is not out there and available now Dependent on protocols developed by utilitiesShould this also be in Chapter 9? Don’t get hung up on a particular monitoring system – technology may catch up and eclipseThis code will be out there for 5 years - we need to ‘anticipate and not prevent’ systems Lots of money has been put in broadband and fiber

“You cannot manage what you cannot measure.” ECM&T techniques provide facility energy managers withfeedback on operating practices, results of energy management projects, and guidance on the level of energyuse that is expected over a certain period. The goal of using ECM&T to determine the relationship of energyuse to key performance indicators (production, weather, etc.) and along the way, help business managers:

• Identify and explain increase or decrease in energy use;

• Draw energy consumption trends (weekly, seasonal, operational);

• Determine future energy use when planning changes in the business;

• Diagnose specific areas of wasted energy;

• Observe how the business reacted to changes in the past;

• Develop performance targets for energy management programs; and

• Manage their energy consumption, rather than accept it as a fixed cost that they have no control over.Other benefits of ECM&T include increased resource efficiency, improved budgeting and reduction of GHGemissions.

604.1.1 Monitoring. A building energy management and control system (EMCS) shall be installed tomonitor and record energy consumption data and control the building HVAC systems lighting systems, andtheir associated energy-using sub-systems.

Can we do metering/submetering generically - not just in water and energy - separately. Dimming studies - some uses need to be exempted - J Bailey to provide report Issues of enforceability More support for users manual - Chapter 9Exception may let too many off the hook

604.1.2 Collection. The building energy management and control system (EMCS) and associated energymanagement software shall be capable of recording building energy profiles hourly.

604.1.3 Reporting. The building energy management and control system (EMCS) and associated energymanagement software shall be capable of reporting energy consumption data profiles by the hour, day,month and year.

604.2 Establishing an open and interoperable automated demand response (Auto-DR) infrastructure. Thebuilding energy management and control system (EMCS) shall be integrated with building HVAC systems



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controls and lighting systems controls to receive an open and interoperable Auto-DR relay or internet signal.Accordingly, building HVAC and lighting systems as well as specific building energy-using components shallincorporate preprogrammed demand response strategies which are automated with either a Demand Response Automation Internet Software Client .

Exception: Buildings located where the electric utility does not offer a Critical Peak Pricing (CPP) tariff

program.

Need to evaluate body of information available w.r.t lighting issues.Experience with 189.1 has show there are issues with enforceability of DR provisions Note exception to 604.2 if DR infrastructure not availableException is too restrictiveThis should be used as a placeholder for developing technologies

Demand Response (DR) is a central part of the so-called “Smart Grid.” DR is the process of managing energyuse dynamically through cooperation between power customers, their electric utility, and the electric system’soperator (the independent system operator, or ISO). When the electrical grid is near capacity for any reason—for example, when too many air conditioners start laboring on a hot summer’s day—the ISO informs electric

utilities and power consumers that there’s a problem in the offing. While shutting building systems down byhand can help reduce the overall electric demand, manual interventions are not always reliable, consistent, orpersistent. AutoDR provides an automated alternative to manual response. The evidence reveals an averagedemand reduction on the order of 0.53 W/ft2 or about 14% of the whole building electric-peak demand. AutoDRis the technology and communications platform developed by the Demand Response Research Center, whichwas launched by the California Energy Commission’s Public Interest Energy Research (PIER) program atLawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in 2003, to support all forms of demand response. Under Piette’sdirection, the DRRC manages a portfolio of research projects that address pricing, valuation, behavior, buildingdynamics, and technology development.“The LBNL DRRC Open ADR Specification uses open, non-proprietary, industry-approved data models—anyinterested party can develop products around it. Its communications interfaces and protocols are flexible,platform-independent, interoperable, and transparent to end-to-end technologies and software systems” says Dr.

Mary Ann Piette. See April 27, 2009 Press release: Berkeley Lab Researchers Announce Open-ADRSpecification to Ease Saving Power in Buildings Through Demand Response.

604.2.1 Software clients. The software clients shall be capable of communicating with a Demand Response Automation Server (DRAS).

604.2.2 HVAC. The Auto-DR strategy shall be capable of reducing the building peak HVAC demand by atleast 25 percent through any combination of the strategies and systemic adjustments depicted in Sections604.2.2.3 Zone control strategies, 604.2.2.4 Air distribution strategies, and 604.2.2.5 Cooling systemstrategies.

604.2.2.1 Building HVAC system types. For purposes of this section, building HVAC system types are

characterized using the following four primary system attributes and the secondary attributes listed inTable 604.2.2.1(1). The primary attributes are (1) constant air volume (CAV) or variable air volume(VAV), and (2) central plant with chilled water system or packaged units. Auto-DR strategies selectionin accordance with Section 604.2.2.2 depends on these system type classifications. Applicability basedon these attributes is described in accordance with the Auto-DR strategy Sections 604.2.2.3 through604.2.2.5. Less-common HVAC systems, including water source heat pumps and gas cooling systems,are not included.

Table 604.2.2.1 Building HVAC System Types











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604.2.2.4.1 Duct static pressure decrease. [[SBTC improvements here.]]

604.2.2.4.2 Fan variable frequency drive limit. [[SBTC improvements here.]]



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604.2.2.4.3 Supply air temperature increase (reset). [[SBTC improvements here.]]

604.2.2.4.4 Fan quantity reduction. [[SBTC improvements here.]]















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10. Roof access openings.11. Spandrel areas and junctions.12. Electrical and phone boxes on exterior walls where the air barrier extends behind boxes or air-

sealed-type boxes are installed.13. HVAC register boots that penetrate building envelope sealed to subfloor or drywall.14. Other sources of infiltration.

605.1.4.1.1 Air barrier installation. The air barrier material shall be installed, free from holes andbreaks, over all exterior walls. Where joints occur horizontally, the upper layer shall be lapped overthe lower layer not less than 2 inches (51 mm). Where joints occur vertically, the layers shall belapped not less than 6 inches (152 mm). The air barrier material shall be continuous to the top of walls, terminated at penetrations and building appendages, and taped in accordance withmanufacturer’s installation instructions.

605.1.4.2 Testing Requirement for Tiers 1 and 2. Building envelope tightness shall be consideredacceptable when tested air leakage is less than [[Authoritative Practice? 2.0 [0.1094] ]] m3 /hr/m2 [cfm/ft2] when tested in accordance with at a pressure of 33.5 psf (50 Pa). Testing shall occur afterrough in and after installation of penetrations of the building envelope, including penetrations for

utilities, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical equipment and appliances.

The requirements of the Air Tightness Testing and Measurement Association (ATTMA) Technical Standard 1-2006, Measuring the Air Permeability of Building Envelopes, are based on BS EN Standard 13829-2001 – Thermal Performanceof Buildings, Determination of air permeability of buildings – Fan pressurization method , with enhancementsrecommended by ATTMA. ATTMA Standard 1 provides a table depicting normal and best practice air-tightness criteriafor different building types.

605.1.4.3 Outdoor air intakes and exhaust openings. Stair and elevator shaft vents and other outdoorair intakes and exhaust openings integral to the building envelope shall comply with IECC Section502.4.5 without exception.

605.1.4.4 Fireplaces. New wood-burning fireplaces shall have gasketed doors and outdoor combustionair.

605.1.4.5 Vestibules. Doors that separate conditioned space from the exterior shall be protected with anenclosed vestibule, with all doors opening into and out of the vestibule equipped with self-closingdevices. Vestibules shall be designed so that in passing through the vestibule it is not necessary for theinterior and exterior doors to open at the same time.

Exceptions:1. Doors to mechanical or electrical equipment rooms.2. Doors opening directly from a sleeping unit or dwelling unit.3. Revolving doors.

4. Doors used primarily to facilitate vehicular movement or material handling and adjacentpersonnel doors.

In crafting this section in a form – above-and-beyond 2012 IECC – it was the intent to ensure all building entrance and exitdoors be provided with some form of “air-lock.” In terms of building exits for multi-story buildings, the viewpoint is topermit the use of exit stair towers as a surrogate equivalent and acceptable extension of the “air-lock” concept. However,for unlimited area and single-story applications (i.e., big- and medium-box, and strip shopping centers, this may proveburdensome. The SBTC may elect to flatly exempt these building types.



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605.1.4.6 Recessed lighting. All recessed luminaires installed in building thermal envelope componentsshall be air-tight, sealed with a gasket or caulk between the housing and interior wall or ceilingcovering, IC-rated and labeled as meeting ASTM E283 when tested at 1.57 psf (75 Pa) pressuredifferential with no more than 2.0 cfm (0.944 L/s) of air movement from the conditioned space to theceiling cavity.

Exception: Fixtures (and their housings) located entirely within conditioned space.

The tables below are mathematical computations dealing with envelope. The numbers are viable,however the approach may be realized from a practical approach.

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TIER2 I g CC 2012 IS 50% BETTER THAN IECC 2006 [[NOTE: "+n% BETTER," is an aggregation of all building energy system efficiency gains, n

Ig CC TABLE 605.1.3(3)BUILDING ENVELOPE REQUIREMENTS – MAXIMUM FENESTRATION/SKYLIGHTS 30/5% – (MAX. U-FACTORS, SHGCs)

ZONE

OCCUPANCY All Group R All Group R All Group R All Group R All Group R All Group R

U-Factor 0.840 0.840 0.525 0.525 0.455 0.455 0.280 0.280 0.245 0.245 0.245 0.245

Curtain walls/Storefronts 0.840 0.840 0.490 0.490 0.420 0.420 0.350 0.350 0.315 0.315 0.315 0.315

Entrance doors 0.840 0.840 0.770 0.770 0.630 0.630 0.595 0.595 0.560 0.560 0.560 0.560

All other fenestration 0.840 0.840 0.525 0.525 0.455 0.455 0.385 0.385 0.385 0.385 0.385 0.385

PF < 0.25 0.325 0.325 0.325 0.325 0.325 0.325 0.400 0.400 0.400 0.400 0.400 0.400

0.25 <= PF < 0.50 0.429 0.429 0.429 0.429 0.429 0.429 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520

PF >= 0.50 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.585 0.585 0.585 0.585 0.585 0.585

U-Factor 0.525 0.525 0.525 0.525 0.455 0.455 0.420 0.420 0.420 0.420 0.420 0.420

SHGC 0.455 0.455 0.455 0.455 0.455 0.455 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520 0.520

Swinging 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.49 0.35

Roll-up and sliding 1.02 1.02 1.02 1.02 1.02 1.02 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35

SKYLIGHTs - MAXIMUM 3% OF GROSS ROOF AREA

U-FACTOR, OPAQUE DOORs[[NOTE: These are opaque components, not to be included in the Window-to-Wall ratio.]]

U-FACTOR, FRAMING MATERIALS OTHER THAN METAL(w/ or w/o metal reinforcement or cladding)

U-FACTOR, METAL FRAMING MATERIALS(w/ or w/o thermal break)

SHGCs - ALL FRAME TYPES

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SECTION 606 BUILDING MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

606.1 Prescriptive Compliance. Compliance with IECC Section 503 requirements for building HVAC systemsis mandatory and presumed for entry to a Baseline evaluation. The provisions below supersede the requirementsof IECC Section 503 as specifically noted.

606.2 Federal HVAC equipment performance requirements. Equipment shall meet the minimum efficiencyrequirements of NAECA, its updates, the Energy Policy Acts of 1992 and 2005 (EPAct 1992 and EPAct 2005),the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), and those covered by DOE Procedures for Consideration of New or Revised Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Products (a.k.a., the Process Rule, 61 FR 36974), as applicable. The efficiency shall be verified through certification under an approved certification program or, if no certification program exists, the equipment efficiency ratings shall be supportedby data furnished by the manufacturer.

Need to investigate Federal pre-emption issues for appliance efficiencyThis investigation applies to water related issues as well Mass stretch code- has examples of multiple options – need to have conversation with DOE and FTC re what we

can do.energy star hvac- many are residential Mass stretch code- has examples of multiple optionsneed to have conversation with DOE and FTC re what we can do. If we don’t like the rules, change themThere are 20 appl eff ratings tha DOE is tardy on, to busy writing checks – unacceptableWould it be better to develop an energy budget for such systems (such as appliances)?Concept of total building budget may be worth consideringPre-emption – parallels to IECC 2009 2012 publication on comparison of energy rating systems

606.2.1 ENERGY STAR HVAC efficiencies. Equipment meeting ENERGY STAR program Baseline orTier 1 specifications―based on equipment type and size category―for covered and qualifiedproducts as follows:

606.2.1.1 Light commercial, unitary air conditioners and condensing units; and heat pumps;electrically operated. Rated 65,000-250,000 Btu/h, including three-phase equipment rated below65,000 Btu/h).

ENERGY STAR qualified light commercial HVAC equipment uses 7–10% less energy than standard equipment. Theseproducts can business approximately $3-4 per square foot over the life of the equipment. For example, a 12,000 square footbuilding using an ENERGY STAR qualified HVAC product could save $36,000 to $48,000 annually.

606.2.1.2 Boilers (gas- and oil-fired) and combination space-heating water heating products. Rated <300,000 Btu/h.

606.2.1.3 Warm-air furnaces and combination warm-air furnaces/air conditioning units (gas- andoil-fired). Rated < 225,000 Btu/h.

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606.6 Piping insulation. All piping serving as part of a heating or cooling system shall be thermally insulated inaccordance with Table 605.6 based on the expected operating hours of the HVAC system commensurate withthe building type.

Exceptions:1. Factory-installed piping within HVAC equipment tested and rated in accordance with a test procedure

referenced by this code.2. Factory-installed piping within room fan-coils and unit ventilators tested and rated according to AHRI

440 (except that the sampling and variation provisions of AHRI 440, Section 6.5 shall not apply) andAHRI 840, respectively.

3. Piping that conveys fluids that have a design operating temperature range between 60°F (13°C) and105°F (41°C).

4. Piping that conveys fluids that have not been heated or cooled through the use of fossil fuels or electricpower.

5. Run-out piping not exceeding 4 feet (1219 mm) in length and 1 inch (25 mm) in diameter between thecontrol valve and HVAC coil. Strainers, control valves, and balancing valves associated with piping 1inch or less in diameter.

6. Direct buried piping that conveys fluids at or below 60°F (13°C)

TABLE 606.6 MINIMUM PIPE INSULATION THICKNESS (thickness in inches)a

Insulation Conductivity Nominal Pipe or Tube Size(in)Fluid Operating

Temperature Range (°F)and Usage

Conductivity

Btu·in./(h·ft2·°F)bMean Rating

Temperature, °F

<1 1 to <1-1/2

1-1/2to <4

4 to <8 ≥8

>350 °F 0.32-0.34 250Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 2.5 3.0 3.0 4.0 4.0

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 4.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0

251 – 350°F 0.29 – 0.32 200

Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 2.5 2.5 3.0 3.0 3.0

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 3.0 4.0 4.5 4.5 4.5

201 -250°F 0.27 – 0.30 150

Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.0

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 2.5 3.0 3.0 3.5 3.5

141 – 200°F 0.25 – 0.29 125

Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 1.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

105 – 140°F 0.22 – 0.28 100Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0

40 - 60°F 0.22-0.28 100

Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 0.5 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0

<40°F 0.22 – 0.28 100

Low Use (<4,400 h/yr) 0.5 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5

High Use (≥4,400 h/yr) 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.5 1.5





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Tables 606.7 and 606.10 are from DOE

Table 606.7 Alternate Compliance Path to Airside Economizers for Unitary Equipment

Is zone 7 missing?

606.8 Variable air volume (VAV) fan control. Individual VAV fans with motors of 10 horsepower (7.5 kW)or greater shall be:

1. Driven by a mechanical or electrical variable speed drive;2. Driven by a vane-axial fan with variable-pitch blades; or3. The fan shall have controls or devices that will result in fan motor demand of no more than 30

percent of their design wattage at 50 percent of design airflow when static pressure set point equalsone-third of the total design static pressure, based on manufacturer’s certified fan data.

Static pressure sensors used to control VAV fans shall be placed in a position such that the controller setpoint isno greater than one-third the total design fan static pressure, except for systems with direct digital control. If







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607.1 Prescriptive Compliance. Compliance with IECC Section 504 requirements for building service waterheating systems is mandatory and presumed for entry to a Tier 1 evaluation. The provisions below supersede therequirements of IECC Section 504 as specifically noted.

607.2 Federal service water heating equipment performance requirements. Equipment shall meet theminimum efficiency requirements of NAECA, its updates, the Energy Policy Acts of 1992 and 2005 (EPAct

1992 and EPAct 2005), the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), and those covered by DOEProcedures for Consideration of New or Revised Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Products (a.k.a., the Process Rule, 61 FR 36974), as applicable. The efficiency shall be verified through certificationunder an approved certification program or, if no certification program exists, the equipment efficiency ratingsshall be supported by data furnished by the manufacturer.

607.2.1 ENERGY STAR water heating equipment efficiencies. Equipment meeting ENERGY STARprogram Baseline or Tier 1 specifications―based on equipment type and size category―forcovered and qualified products as follows:

ENERGY STAR does not address commercial water heaters

607.2.1.1 Water heater product classes. Qualifying products in accordance with Table607.2.1.1(1) that meet the criteria of Table 607.2.1.1(2).

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TABLE 607.2.1.1(2)

607.3 Pools, hot tubs and spas. Pools, hot tubs and spas shall comply with Sections 607.3.1 through 607.3.3.

Investigate compliance incentives to limit the size of the pools.Public facilities serve a social function Look at RSPEC(Reduced swimming pool energy costs) documents for calculation methods/options Look at size of distribution systems607.1 has ties to this section. Best way to save energy on pools & spas is to use less water.Could consider requiring more electives if you have a pool or hot tub. How can we make better use of these facilities?There is no commercial rating for commercial water heaters. Revise table.Once a pools is filled, not much water use after. (Ch 7 item?) Encourage solar and renewable source heatingsystems.Consider RSPEC - ENRAIL reduced swimming pool energy costs.Consider requirement for automatic pool covers.Ch 7 HVAC- point of use water heaters. Distribution system - limit length.

607.3.1 Heaters. All heaters shall be equipped with a readily accessible on-off switch to allow shutting off the heater without adjusting the thermostat setting. Natural- or LP-gas-fired heaters shall not havecontinuously burning pilot lights.



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607.3.2 Time switches. Time switches that can automatically turn off and on heaters and pumps accordingto a preset schedule shall be installed on heaters and pumps.

Exceptions:1. Where public health standards require 24-hour pump operation.

2. Where pumps are required to operate solar- and waste-heat-recovery systems.

607.3.3 Covers. Heated pools, hot tubs and spas shall be provided with a vapor-retardant cover. Pools, hottubs and spas capable of being heated to more than 90°F (32°C) shall be provided with a coverhaving a minimum insulation value of R-12.

SECTION 608 BUILDING ELECTRICAL POWER AND LIGHTING SYSTEMS

Need performance objectives for power and illumination levels that will allow for applications in the future that are beyond today’s technologyOffer the above as a compliance elective path. Consider color of walls and daylighting options – look at as a

system.Good paper available by Wal Mart on commercial power savings Daylighting control is in IECC 2009, that is the floor, as is Dark Sky & Sky Glow.

DOE Sets New Lighting Standards and Invests in Efficient Buildings (29 JUN 2009), President Barack Obama andEnergy Secretary Steven Chu announced new energy efficiency standards for lighting on Monday, as well as DOE'sinvestment of $346 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds to develop and deploy energy-efficienttechnologies in buildings. The new standards apply to general service fluorescent lamps, used in most offices andcommercial buildings, and incandescent reflector lamps, which are used for recessed lighting and track lighting. It willresult in a 15% lower electricity use for general service fluorescent lamps, while decreasing the electricity use of incandescent reflector lamps by 25%. The rule will apply to lamps manufactured for sale in the United States orimported into the United States starting in mid-2012, and in the 30 years following that, they will save consumers up to$4 billion per year, avoid the emission of up to 594 million tons of carbon dioxide, and eliminate the need for as many as14 500-megawatt power plants.

The new fluorescent lamp standards are extended to include two types of four-foot-long lamps, while the standards forfour other types of lamps require an increase of 10%-31.2% in the light output per watt . It also sets slightly lowerrequirements for new "modified-spectrum" bulbs, which use a coating to achieve specific effects, such as a betterapproximation of natural daylight. DOE issued the final rule for lighting standards on June 26 and will soon publish it inthe Federal Register. Until then, see the final rule (PDF 1.2 KB) as published on the Web site of DOE's Office of EnergyEfficiency and Renewable Energy. Another $50 million will support research and development of advancedmanufacturing techniques for solid-state lighting, such as lamps that employ light-emitted diodes (LEDs). See the DOEpress release and President Obama's announcement of the new energy efficiency efforts.

608.1 Prescriptive Compliance. Compliance with IECC Section 505 requirements for building service waterheating systems is mandatory and presumed for entry to a Baseline evaluation. The provisions below

supersede the requirements of IECC Section 505 as specifically noted.

608.2 Federal equipment performance requirements. Equipment shall meet the minimum efficiencyrequirements of NAECA, its updates, the Energy Policy Acts of 1992 and 2005 (EPAct 1992 andEPAct 2005), the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA), and those covered by DOEProcedures for Consideration of New or Revised Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Products (a.k.a., the Process Rule, 61 FR 36974), as applicable. The efficiency (efficacy, asapplicable) shall be verified through certification under an approved certification program or, if nocertification program exists, the equipment efficiency ratings shall be supported by data furnished bythe manufacturer.



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608.2.1 ENERGY STAR lighting equipment efficiencies. Equipment meeting ENERGY STAR programBaseline or Tier 1 specifications―based on equipment type and size category―for covered andqualified products as follows:

608.2.1.1 Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). Energy Star Program Requirements for CFLs.

Need owner education relative to disposal – possibility for Ch 9Energy Star for CFLs and LED is good, but for others, and many commercial varieties, is not. Were established primarily for residential.CFLs will not likely be phased out for 10 years. LEDs are being developed, but still have a long way to go. Weare years away from where LED’s can challenge CFLs on efficiency.Consider Green Tip long tube flourecents, disposal of CFLs in Ch 9.

608.2.1.2 Light fixtures. Energy Star Program Requirements for Light Fixtures.

Limited number of commercial grade fixtures available w/ energy star

608.2.1.3 Ceiling fans. Energy Star Program Requirements for Ceiling Fans.

608.3 Lighting system controls. The building is to be provided with a building energy management and control system (EMCS). Each lighting system shall be provided with controls that are integrated withthe building EMCS.

Investigate Daylight controls – see 2009 IECC Investigate set backs for exterior lighting

Exceptions:1. Buildings less than [[n]] square feet.2. [[SBTC improvements here. Authoritative source.]].

608.4 Captive card control of HVAC in hotel/motel guest rooms. To reduce hotel and motel HVAC energyusage during unoccupied periods, a dedicated, captive key card system shall be installed andintegrated to control guest room HVAC energy consumption.

Exception: Captive card systems where the door key card and additional sensors that determine guestoccupant presence.

Description of the Technology. A growing concern for many facility owners and managers is the cost of energy and themeans to manage it. The purpose of investing in an integrated building automation or energy management system is tocombine the latest energy saving strategies and practices with other building technologies in order to improve a facilitiesoperation, better monitor building systems, and reduce energy. To reduce hotel/motel HVAC and lighting energy use,

several products are coming to market that minimize usage during unoccupied periods through the use of the key card. So-called “captive” key card systems achieve this goal through different methods. One controls energy consumption throughthe door key card and additional sensors that determine guest occupant presence. Another is a stand-alone unit thatdetermines occupancy through a dedicated key card system; if the card is “in the reader,” regardless of occupant presence,energy consumption continues. Once the card is withdrawn from the reader, energy consumption is minimized.Incremental cost of adding the energy management features to the key card system is about $25 per room (Chen 2003).Additional wiring requirements to interface the key card system with the HVAC and lighting circuits is approximately $75per room.

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at least 50 percent, but not less than the lighting level required by the International Building Code formeans of egress, during periods of time when there are no occupants present.

1. Corridors and stairways in Group R buildings.

2. Commercial, manufacturing, and industrial storage and stack areas.

3. Library storage and stack areas.

Consider mandatory occupancy sensors, even for private offices

608.5.1 Refrigerator and freezer cases. Lighting integral to both open and enclosed refrigerator andfreezer cases shall be equipped with [[SBTC NOTE: Description of the Technology below.]]

Description of the Technology. A growing concern for many facility owners and managers is the cost of energy and themeans to manage it. The purpose of investing in an integrated building automation or energy management system is tocombine the latest energy saving strategies and practices with other building technologies in order to improve a facilitiesoperation, better monitor building systems, and reduce energy. To reduce supermarket HVAC and lighting energy use, onePeoria, IL, supermarket leader is Kroger is lighting the way to big savings, up to $10,000 a year. In June, Ameren Illinoisgave the Kroger on Lindbergh Avenue a $5,000 check to change their freezer and refrigerator lights to high efficiency

LED lights, which is part of Ameren's Act on Energy Program. The first of its type project involved replacing fluorescentlighting with high-efficiency LED lighting in frozen food reach-in cases and refrigerated dairy and beverage cases. It isanticipated the LED lighting will result in annual energy cost savings of more than $9,000 just for the one Peoria store. Thelights work as customers walk by small motion detectors above the refrigerators. If no one walks by, the lights in the fridgeand freezers go dim. See also Innovations in T5 Freezer Lighting.

608.6 Adjustment of interior lighting power allowances. For the purposes of this Section the provisions of IECC Section 505.5 shall be utilized unless otherwise specified.

Look at energy savings via lighting controls, not power reductions. As inadequate lighting is not acceptable,reduction in power requirements are not always advisable. IECC 03 was 1st to incorporate revised power density. Thought they could not achieve adequate light at task

surface. ISNA handbook, complete paradigm shift. 90.1 04 caught up. PNNL did the research and technologically justified the concept. It can be done.

608.6.1 Tier 1 (adjusted). The total interior lighting power (watts) is the sum of the floor area for eachbuilding area type listed in IECC Table 505.5.2 times the value from Table 505.5.2 for that areamultiplied by 0.85.

Need technical justification for the reductionsShould we go with a multiplier and let the user do the math?

608.6.2 Tier 2 (adjusted). For the purposes of this Section the provisions of IECC Section 505.5 shall beutilized unless otherwise specified. The total interior lighting power (watts) is the sum of the floorarea for each building area type listed in IECC Table 505.5.2 times the value from Table 505.5.2for that area multiplied by 0.75.

Should we go with a multiplier and let the user do the math?

608.7 Adjustment of exterior lighting power allowances. For the purposes of this Section the provisions of IECC Section 505.6 shall be utilized unless otherwise specified.

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608.7.1 Tier 1 (adjusted). The total exterior lighting power allowance for all exterior building applicationsis the sum of the base site allowance from Table 505.6.2(2) plus the individual allowances for areasthat are to be illuminated multiplied by 0.90 as permitted in Table 505.6.2(2); for the applicablelighting zone as determined in Table 505.6.2(1).

608.7.2 Tier 2 (adjusted). The total exterior lighting power allowance for all exterior building applications

is the sum of the base site allowance from Table 505.6.2(2) plus the individual allowances for areasthat are to be illuminated multiplied by 0.85 as permitted in Table 505.6.2(2); for the applicablelighting zone as determined in Table 505.6.2(1).

608.8 Additional electrical power reduction controls. At least 50 percent of all receptacles installed in anenclosed space, including those installed in modular partitioned units, shall be controlled by anoccupant sensor.

Exceptions:1. Spaces where patient care is directly provided.2. Spaces where automatic shutoff would endanger occupant safety or security.3. Hotel/motel guest rooms.

SECTION 609 SPECIFIC APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT

609.1 Prescriptive Compliance. IgCC compliance for specific building energy-using appliances andappurtenant equipment shall be in accordance with this Section.

609.2 ENERGY STAR appliances and appurtenant equipment. At least 25% for Baseline, 50% for Tier 1 and 75% for Tier 2, of the aggregate rated power allocated to appliances and appurtenant equipment, shall meetor exceed ENERGY STAR program specifications―based on equipment type and size category―for coveredand qualified products specifically identified herein.

EVALUATE OWNER OCCUPIED VS TENANT APPLICATIONSThe document contains hyper-links to DOE/EPA ENERGY STAR info.Should we develop a performance based requirement?

[[SBTC to consider the unique position that implementation of the IgCC will present to the code enforcementprofession. In this instance, where portable (a.k.a., temporary) appliances and appurtenants are installed post-CofO. Is a post-construction-type inspection (of sorts), much like the system of operating permits as isestablished by the International Fire Code worth pursuing in this instance?]]

609.2.1 Appliances.1. Clothes washers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Clothes Washers2. Dehumidifiers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Dehumidifiers

3. Dishwashers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Dishwashers4. Freezers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Freezers.5. Refrigerators. Energy Star Program Requirements for Refrigerators6. Room air conditioners. Energy Star Program Requirements and Criteria for Room Air Conditioners7. Room air cleaners Energy Star Program Requirements for Room Air Cleaners

609.2.2 Electronics 1. Battery charging systems. Energy Star Program Requirements for Products with Battery Charger

Systems (BCSs)2. Combination units. (TV/VCR/DVD): Energy Star Program Requirements for Televisions



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3. Cordless phones. Energy Star Program Requirements for Telephony4. DVD products. Energy Star Program Requirements for Consumer Audio and DVD Products5. External power adapters. Energy Star Program Requirements for Single-Voltage AC-DC and AC-AC

Power Supplies6. Audio. Energy Star Program Requirements for Consumer Audio and DVD Products7. Televisions. Energy Star Program Requirements for Televisions

609.2.3 Office Equipment 1. Computers: Energy Star Program Requirements for Computers2. Copiers: Energy Star Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment3. Fax machines: Energy Star Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment4. Laptops: Energy Star Program Requirements for Computers5. Mailing machines: Energy Star Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment6. Monitors: Energy Star Program Requirements for Computer Monitors7. Multifunction devices (printer/fax/scanner): Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment8. Printers: Energy Star Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment9. Scanners: Energy Star Program Requirements for Imaging Equipment10. Water coolers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Water Coolers

609.2.4 Commercial Food Service1. Commercial dishwashers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial dishwashers2. Commercial fryers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Fryers3. Commercial griddles. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Griddles4. Commercial hot food holding cabinets. Energy Star Program Requirements for Hot Food Holding

Cabinets5. Commercial solid door refrigerators and freezers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Solid Door

Refrigerators and Freezers6. Commercial steam cookers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Steam Cookers7. Commercial ice machines. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Ice Machines8. Commercial ovens. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Ovens

9. Commercial steam cookers. Energy Star Program Requirements for Commercial Steam Cookers

609.3 Other Energy-Using Systems1. Vending machines: Energy Star Program Requirements for Refrigerated Beverage Vending Machines

609.4 Elevators and escalators. In buildings with more than one elevator or two escalators, controls shall beprovided to reduce the energy demand of elevators for part of the day and escalators to reduce speed when notraffic is detected.

SECTION 610 BUILDING RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS

SBTC to develop content.

Develop wind related provisions

Develop solar related provisionsConsider pig and chicken dungConsider developing a compliance elective for purchasing wind power. Review 189.1 provisions for renewable energyThere are opportunities from design and other perspectives in areas of what renewable energy and passiveheating, cooling and lighting.



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SECTION 611 COMMISSIONING, INSPECTION, DOCUMENTATION, AND PLANNING FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

SBTC to develop content.

COMMISSIONING OCCURS THROUGH OUT THE IGCC – NEED SYSTEMS APPROACH Consider whole and total building commissioning. (Coordinate with Ch 9)


It is ICC’s intent that the IgCC ® contain mandatory provisions wherever possible, as is the spirit of theexisting International Codes. The intended purpose of compliance electives is to encourage the implementation

of practices which are very beneficial in the quest to achieve low environmental impact buildings, but whichmay not be appropriate as mandatory provisions because they are unreasonably restrictive or technicallyinfeasible in certain applications. However, it is quite possible, in some instances, that modifications to thelanguage contained in this Resource Document which introduce thresholds, such as building size or occupancy, or various exceptions, as well as other strategies, may allow many provisions which are currentlylisted as compliance electives to be formatted in the preferable mandatory format.

612.1 General. Section 612 shall regulate compliance electives related to energy conservation and efficiencyand earth atmospheric quality. Compliance electives shall not be mandatory unless selected by the designprofessional in responsible charge and indicated in the Compliance Elective Checklist required by Section302.2. All other provisions of this chapter shall be mandatory as applicable.

612.2 Energy conservation tier compliance electives. Where buildings qualify for energy conservation tiers inaccordance with Section 602.1 which are above the minimum required by Table 302.2, each tier in excess of therequired minimum shall be recognized as a compliance elective.



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CHAPTER 7

WATER RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND EFFICIENCY

Look to Australia for lessons.Check EPA WaterSense

SECTION 701 GENERAL

701.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall establish the means of conserving water used indoors, outdoorsand in wastewater conveyance.


701.3 Other water resource related codes. The provisions of the codes listed in Sections 701.3.1 through701.3.3, the codes and standards referenced elsewhere in this chapter, and those editions as listed in Chapter 11,shall be mandatory as applicable. Where differences occur between provisions of this code and referenced codesand standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.

Is this coordinated with Ch 1? Do we need a list in each Chapter?This list more accurately specifies codes which support and should be coordinated with this Chapter

701.3.1 Fuel Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the installation of gas piping from the point of delivery, gas appliances and related accessories as covered in this code.These requirements apply to gas piping systems extending from the point of delivery to the inlet

connections of appliances and the installation and operation of commercial gas appliances and related accessories.

701.3.2 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to theinstallation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment,appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems.

701.3.3 Plumbing. The provisions of the International Plumbing Code shall apply to the installation,alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures,fittings, appurtenances, and medical gas systems.

701.4 Other laws. This standard shall not be used to circumvent local or state water rights laws or any otherlocal, municipal, or state statute.

SECTION 702PLUMBING SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

702.1 Fixture and fitting flow rates. A schedule of plumbing fixtures and fixture fittings shall be provided thatdemonstrates that each plumbing fixture and fitting meets the applicable reduced flow rates specified in Table







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Need to coordinate with Energy star requirements. Energy Star must be referenced in a particular way.ENERGY STAR must be all caps.

TABLE 702.7.4MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WATER CONSUMPTION FOR

COMMERCIAL DISHWASHERS(Gallons Per Rack)

Type High-Temperature Sanitation Chemical SanitationConveyor 0.7 0.62

Door 0.95 1.16

Under Counter 0.9 0.98

702.8 Municipal-reclaimed water. Buildings with toilet facilities shall be provided with a municipal-reclaimedwater distribution system where municipal-reclaimed water is available within 200 feet of the lot. Themunicipal-reclaimed water distribution system shall be connected to all water closets, water-supplied urinals,

water-supplied trap primers and gray water recycling systems, and, where approved, exterior landscapeirrigation systems. Municipally reclaimed water used for other purposes such as, but not limited to, subsurfaceirrigation, shall not be permitted unless specifically approved by the code official. Municipally reclaimed waterused in association with gray water recycling systems shall only be required as a backup for the system.

Do we need to establish the 200’ threshold? See IPC Cost implications for small projects where it is cost prohibitiveSome SBTC members prefer this language while others do not Water on the other side of the street can be expensive If this provision was an elective, the 200’ threshold could be deleted

702.9 Hot water distribution systems. Hot water distribution systems shall be designed to provide water at a

temperature of at least 100 degrees F (55.56

degrees C) at the point of delivery within 5 seconds of fully openingthe hot water side of lavatory faucets, sink faucets, individual shower valves or individual tub/showercombination valves. This section shall not be construed as limitation for the required final temperature for hotwater.

Time demand may require even more energy Is this a water or energy issue? Does it save water? May encourage re-circulation hot water systems which may use more energy How can we encourage point of use systems instead?Should this be mandatory or a compliance elective? May need to be occupancy specific (hotels and other uses) Need list of compliance options

Hot water systems are usually at a point near use in commercial buildings Not practical in hotels

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SECTION 703HVAC SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

The section and subsection headings below are intended to serve as an outline for the SBTC in thedevelopment of content for Section 703.

703.1 Water Quality. (Tests. Control dissolved solids, PH and Oxygen in heat transfer medium.)

703.2 Evaporative Heat Rejection.

703.2.1 Open Circuit Cooling Towers. (Cycle of concentration, limit water consumption.)

703.2.2 Closed Circuit Cooling Towers. (Encourage use; heat recovery.)

703.2.3 Evaporative Condensers.

703.3 Hydronic Closed Systems. (Maximum working temperatures; zoning; boiler efficiency.)

703.4 Ground Source Heat Pump Systems. (Encourage use of)

703.4.1 Open Loop. (Water quality; coil scaling)

703.4.2 Closed Loop. (Encourage use vs. open loop)

703.5 Humidification Systems. [Use of total enthalpy ERVs to reduce use of new energy for humidification;limit energy input (e.g. steam humidification)]

703.6 Evaporative Coolers. (Allowable water sources; mandatory application in dry climates)

703.6.1 Direct Systems.

703.6.2 Indirect Systems.

703.7 Steam Systems. (Limit pressures and boiler stack losses)

703.7.1 Condensate Coolers and Tempering. (Reclaim heat energy; limit water usage for tempering)

703.7.2 Boilers. (Reduction of blow-down water, cycling, alkaline content)

703.8 Thermal Storage. (Such as ice production in periods of off-peak demand)

703.9 Recovery of condenser heat rejection for space/water heating. (At some cooling tonnage capacitythreshold, collection and storage of condensate would be required for alternate water source useage.)

Move condenser heat recovery & thermal storage to energy? Address dehumidification systems. Some buildings have this instead of cooling systems.

703.10 Condensate drainage recovery. Where an individual unit provides more than ___ tons of cooling,condensate shall be collected and reused for other approved purposes such as, but not limited to, makeup water,water features, irrigation or fixture flushing.



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SBTC to determine at what tonnage threshold collection and storage of condensate would be required for alternate water source useage.

703.11 Heat exchangers. Potable water shall not be used as a coolant in any heat exchanger.

Exceptions:

1. Potable water shall be permitted to be used as a coolant in heat exchangers where the water is re-circulated.

2. Heat exchangers shall be permitted to use potable water to initially charge and provide make up waterto chilled water systems.

703.11 needs to be rewritten to be clearer by referencing once through potable systems

SECTION 704

LANDSCAPE AND LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

704.1 General. This section shall regulate outdoor water use.

Should the IGCC distinguish between indoor and outdoor use?Water issues start at the meter.

704.2 Landscape irrigation systems. Landscape irrigation systems shall comply with Sections 704.2.1 through704.2.3 where the applicability of Section 704.2 is required by Table 302.2.

Landscape or include as a general set of provisions to deal with “site scape”.

704.2.1 Water sources for outdoor landscape irrigation systems.Water sources for outdoorlandscape irrigation systems shall be regulated by Sections 704.2.1.1 through 704.2.4.

704.2.1.1 Potable water. Potable water shall not be utilized for landscape irrigation purposes.

Allow potable water use to establish plant growth for a period of 1 year when approved

704.2.1.2 Gray water systems. Gray water systems shall be used for landscape irrigationpurposes in subsurface applications only. Gray water systems shall be in accordance withAppendix C of the International Plumbing Code.

Reference to the appendix of an I-code needs to be evaluated in terms of mandatory requirements.

704.2.1.3 Municipally reclaimed water. Municipally reclaimed water used for landscapeirrigation purposes shall be limited to subsurface applications only unless specifically approvedby the code official.

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801.3.4 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to theinstallation, alterations, repairs and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment,appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, ventilation, duct system design and sealing, heating,cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems.

SECTION 802CONSTRUCTION PHASE EMISSIONS, MOISTURE AND POLLUTANT CONTROL

802.1 Storage of materials. The storage of materials on-site during construction phases shall comply with theprovisions of this section.

802.1.1 Materials susceptible to moisture damage. Construction materials stored on site that aresusceptible to moisture damage shall be protected from moisture.

802.1.2 VOC-emitting materials. Where possible, and where porous or fibrous materials are presentwithin the buildings weatherproof envelope, odorous and high VOC-emitting materials shall be storedon the exterior side of the building envelope, without packaging, to allow odors and VOCs to disperse.

Relationship to IFC as far as storage of fuel loads and potentially hazardous materials.10 day “flush out” (from the date of occupancy? Use CFM/sq ft rater than days?) of the building via the HVAC system is counter productive to the green intent. Need alternatives. Establish relationship to 803 for sourcecontrol Leaving unprotected outside produces potential mold problemTest it instead of letting it sit Temporary fansControl it at the source

802.2 Mold and mildew. Porous or fibrous materials with readily discernable visual evidence of mold ormildew shall be removed, replaced, or cleaned, dried and encapsulated in an approved manner. Nonporous

materials with readily discernable visual evidence of mold or mildew shall be cleaned.

802.3 Wood framing moisture content. Wall, floor and roof framing shall not be enclosed when wood framingmembers exceed 19 percent moisture content. Moisture content shall be verified in compliance with thefollowing:

1. Moisture content shall be determined with either a probe-type or a contact-type moisture meter.

2. Moisture readings shall be taken at a point 2 feet (610 mm) to 4 feet (1219 mm) from thegradestamped end of each piece to be verified.

3. Documentation shall be provided and approved for at least three random moisture readings prior

to the enclosure of wall, floor and roof framing.

Question of applicability to the IGCC. IBC/IRC coverage of same issue? Is this any different?There is a problem – keep in discussion

802.4 Insulation. Insulation products that are susceptible to moisture damage and are visibly wet or have highmoisture content shall be replaced or allowed to dry prior to enclosure in wall or floor cavities. The insulationmanufacturer’s drying specifications shall be followed prior to enclosure of wet applied insulation products.





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TABLE 803.2ADHESIVE VOC EMISSIONS LIMITS

Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds in Grams per Liter

APPLICATION LIMIT

Indoor carpet adhesives 50

Carpet pad adhesives 50Outdoor carpet adhesives 150Wood flooring adhesive 100Rubber floor adhesives 60

Subfloor adhesives 50Ceramic tile adhesives 65

VCT and asphalt tile adhesives 50Dry wall and panel adhesives 50

Cove base adhesives 50Multipurpose construction adhesives 70

Structural glazing adhesives 100Single ply roof membrane adhesives 250

803.1 and 803.2 Need a content limit and an emissions limit?These limits came from California and have been around for some time. Are there better or more current values?VOC content versus emission limits - Change table title to “Material VOC Emissions and Content.”

803.3 Paints and coatings. Architectural paints and coatings shall comply with Table 803.3.

Why limit to “architectural” only

803.4 Carpet and padding. Carpet and padding installed within buildings shall be compliant with therequirements of one of the following items or an approved equivalent:

1. The Carpet and Rug Institute’s Green Label or Green Label Plus Indoor Air Quality TestProgram.

2. CDPH Specification 01350.

3. Scientific Certifications Systems Indoor Advantage™ Gold.

No carpets meet this

Need to assess viability of items 2 and 3 as to applicable regulations

803.5 Resilient flooring systems. Resilient flooring shall be listed in the Collaborative for High PerformanceSchools (CHPS) Low-Emitting Materials Table.

What about other flooring systems?CHPS moving away from this – see note @ 803.6

803.6 Acoustical ceiling and wall panels. Acoustical ceiling and wall panels shall be listed in the Collaborativefor High Performance Schools (CHPS) Low-Emitting Materials Table.

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TABLE 803.3COATING VOC LIMITS1, 2

Grams of VOC Per Liter of Coating, Less Water and Less ExemptCompounds

COATING LIMITBond Breakers 350Clear wood finishes and Lacquer 275Concrete-curing compounds 100

Dry-fog coatings 100Fire-proofing exterior coatings 350

Flats 50Floor coatings 50

Graphic arts (sign) coatings 500Industrial maintenance coatingsHigh-temperatureOthers

420100

Japans/faux finishing coatings 350

Magnesite cement coatings 450Mastic coatings 100

Metallic pigmented coatings 500Multicolor coatings 250Non-flat coatings 50

Pretreatment wash primers 420Primers, sealers, and undercoaters 100

Quick-dry enamels 50Roof coatings other than aluminum 50

Roof coatings, aluminum 100Roof primers, bituminous 350

Rust preventative coatings 100ShellacClearPigmented

730550

StainsInterior

100250

Swimming pool coatings 340

Waterprooofing sealers 100Wood preservatives 350

Where are footnotes 1 and 2?

SECTION 804SPECIFIC INDOOR AIR QUALITY & POLLUTANT CONTROL MEASURES

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805.1.2.3 Return air filters. Where a forced air HVAC system is used during construction, newreturn air filters shall be installed prior to system flush out and building occupancy.

805.1.3 Construction phase ductless system or filter. Where spaces are conditioned during theconstruction phase, space conditioning systems shall be of the ductless variety, or filters for ductedsystems shall be rated at MERV 13 or higher and system equipment shall be designed to be compatible.

Duct system design shall account for pressure drop across the filter.

805.1.4 Duct system flush out. After construction ends and all interior finishes are installed, thebuilding shall be flushed-out by supplying continuous ventilation with all air handling units at theirmaximum outdoor air rate for at least 14 days while maintaining an internal temperature of at least 60°F,and relative humidity no higher than 60 percent. Occupancy shall be permitted to start 7 days after startof the flush-out, provided flush-out continues for the full 14 days. The building shall not be “bake out”by increasing the temperature of the space. Where continuous ventilation is not possible, flush-out shalltotal the equivalent of 14 days of maximum outdoor air.

Exception: Group S, F, H and U occupancies shall not be required to comply with thisprovision.

805.2 Environmental tobacco smoke control. Where the jurisdiction permits tobacco smoking by theoccupants within buildings or tenant spaces, building HVAC systems shall be designed to minimize cross-contamination of designated smoking and non-smoking areas. Smoking and non smoking areas which areseparately enclosed shall be ventilated independently.

Eliminate vs minimize cross contamination IGCC currently proposed to limiting VOCs, why not related concerns with tobacco smoke How can we permit smoking in a green building? Is it a built environment issue? This code is not the proper vehicle to prohibit smoking – there are other means.Some jurisdictions will not adopt this standard if it prohibits smoking. Address this in commentary - watch for stuff that is not built environment stuff.

Availability of design standards to address system design considerations Allow smoking outside only and provide guidelines?Prohibit smoking within 25 feet of building entrances as California Include regulation of smoking rooms with print rooms? (805.3.1) May not be able to isolate smoke in large apartments Be cautious about any tobacco stuff - this will be a killer in the south Make smoke-free buildings a compliance electiveShould be designed and tested to prevent cross contamination

805.3 Isolation of pollutant sources. The isolation of pollutant sources related to print, copy and janitorialrooms, garages and vented hoods shall be in accordance with Sections 805.3.1 and 805.3.2.

805.3.1 Print, copy and janitorial rooms and garages. Enclosed rooms or spaces that are greater than200 square feet in area and are used as a print or copy facility, janitorial room, repair garage or aircrafthangar where the use of chemicals occurs shall comply with all of the following:

1. Enclosing walls shall extend from the floor surface to the under side of the floor or roof deck next above and shall be constructed to resist the passage of airborne chemicalpollutants.

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It is ICC’s intent that the IgCC ® contain mandatory provisions wherever possible, as is the spirit of theexisting International Codes. The intended purpose of compliance electives is to encourage the implementationof practices which are very beneficial in the quest to achieve low environmental impact buildings, but which

may not be appropriate as mandatory provisions because they are unreasonably restrictive or technicallyinfeasible in certain applications. However, it is quite possible, in some instances, that modifications to thelanguage contained in this Resource Document which introduce thresholds, such as building size or occupancy, or various exceptions, as well as other strategies, may allow many provisions which are currentlylisted as compliance electives to be formatted in the preferable mandatory format.

807.1 General. Section 807 contains compliance electives related to indoor air quality and environmentalcomfort. Compliance electives shall not be mandatory unless included in the Compliance electives shall not bemandatory unless selected by the design professional in responsible charge and indicated in the ComplianceElective Checklist required by Section 302.2. All other provisions of this chapter shall be mandatory asapplicable.

807.2 Ventilation air active monitoring compliance elective. Demand Control Ventilation (DCV) is now a minimum code requirement. However, differential outside air monitoring requirements in areas of NAAOS non-attainment are not, and the committee may wish to explore provisions which encourage monitoring in such areas.

807.3 Natural light compliance elective. A minimum net glazed area of not less than 2 percent of the floorarea, exclusive of direct sunlight penetration and direct line of sight vision glazing, shall be provided inaccordance with Sections 1205.2.1 and 1205.2.2 of the International Building Code for at least 75 percent of alloccupiable spaces in the building.

Exceptions: Copy/printing rooms, corridors and other traffic areas, storage areas, mechanical spaces,restrooms, auditoriums and other infrequently occupied or unoccupaied spaces or spaces where daylight

could interfere with use of the space.

Need to determine the need for either a mandatory requirement for day-lighting or a compliance alternative for same. Weigh the need for daylight minimums and its impact on energyConsider climate and shading, orientation Develop a table that trades Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) for heat loss Need to encourage daylighting to reduce peak energy demand Keep daylighting as a compliance elective Design professionals are just starting to address daylighting – need to encourageThere specific scenarios where daylighting is an advantage and others where it may not be wise to encourage it,such as storage occupancies Daylighting and views are important and should be optional – energy is so restrictive on the envelope – need to

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CHAPTER 9

BUILDING OPERATION, MAINTENTANCE AND OWNER EDUCATION

SECTION 901GENERAL

NEED A PLAN/TIME/FREQUENCY HOW TO HANDLE NON COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS/RESPONSIBLE PARTY PROCEDURES PART OF DOCUMENATION TO BE SUBMITTED – SEE ICC PERF CODE NEED TO DEFINE WHAT IS TO BE SUBMITTEDWHO MONITORS/ENFORCES?ECONOMIC INCENTIVES WHEN COMPLIANCE IS VERIFIED INTERACTION WITH CHAPTER 1 – PERMITS AND INSPECTIONSTRANSFERENCE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS

COMMUNICATION AMONG THE BUILDING OCCUPANTSPOST (CONTINUOUS) COMMISSIONING CONSIDERATIONS – MANDATORY OR OPTION SUPPORT CONCEPT – BUT NEED TO WATCH INTERRELATIONS WITH OTHER CHAPTERSTHERE WAS MUCH TALK OF COMMISSIONING IN ALL CHAPTERS - LET’S HAVE IT ALLCOORDINATED HERE.COMMISSIONING SHOULD BE GLOBAL MAKE COMMISSIONING MANDATORY FOR LARGE BUILDINGS – AND A COMPLIANCE ELECTIVE FOR SMALLER BUILDINGS INFORMATION MUST TRANSFER TO NEW OWNERSWHAT HAPPENS IF NON-COMPLIANCE DISCOVERED?

901.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter are intended to facilitate the operation and maintenance of buildings

constructed in accordance with this code in a manner which is consistent with the intent of other provisions inthis code, and to further that goal through the education of building owners and maintenance personnel withregard to related best practices.


901.3 Other building operation and maintenance related codes. The provisions of the codes listed inSections 901.3.1 through 901.3.6, the codes and standards referenced elsewhere in this chapter, and thoseeditions as listed in Chapter 11, shall be mandatory as applicable. Where differences occur between provisionsof this code and referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.

Is this coordinated with Ch 1? Do we need a list in each Chapter?This list more accurately specifies codes which support and should be coordinated with this Chapter

901.3.1 Building. The provisions of the International Building Code shall apply to the maintenance,alteration, replacement and repair of buildings and building materials and assemblies.

901.3.2 Fuel Gas. The provisions of the International Fuel Gas Code shall apply to the operation,maintenance alteration, repair and replacement of commercial gas appliances and related accessories.



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901.3.3 Mechanical. The provisions of the International Mechanical Code shall apply to themaintenance, alteration, repair and replacement of mechanical systems, including equipment,appliances, fixtures, fittings and/or appurtenances, including ventilating, heating, cooling, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems, incinerators and other energy-related systems.

901.3.4 Plumbing. The provisions of the International Plumbing Code shall apply to the maintenance,

alteration, repair and replacement of plumbing systems, including equipment, appliances, fixtures,fittings, appurtenances, and medical gas systems.

901.3.5 Property maintenance. The provisions of the International Property Maintenance Code shallapply to existing structures and premises; equipment and facilities; light, ventilation, space heating,sanitation, life and fire safety hazards; responsibilities of owners, operators and occupants; andoccupancy of existing premises and structures.

901.3.6 Fire prevention. The provisions of the International Fire Code shall apply to matters affectingor relating to the maintenance of building assemblies and systems which safeguard structures, processesand premises from the hazard of fire and explosion, such as those arising from the storage, handling oruse of structures, materials or devices; from conditions hazardous to life, property or public welfare in

the occupancy of structures or premises; from the construction, extension, repair, alteration or removalof fire suppression and alarm systems; and from fire hazards in the structure or on the premises fromoccupancy or operation.

SECTION 902BUILDING OPERATIONS, MAINTENANCE AND OWNER EDUCATION MANUAL

902.1 Building operation, maintenance and owner education manual. A Building Operations, Maintenanceand Owner Education Manual containing all of the following information shall be placed in the building at thetime of final inspection:

1. Directions to the owner or occupant that at least one copy of the manual shall be in the possession of the owner and at least one additional copy shall remain with the building throughout the life of thestructure. Where available, electronic versions shall accompany printed copies.

2. A copy of the Certificate of Occupancy.

3. Operation and maintenance instructions for the following:

3.1. Equipment and appliances

3.2. Air filters

3.3. Landscape irrigation systems

4. Care and maintenance instructions for vegetative landscaping and natural resources.

5. Information about water conserving landscape and irrigation design and controllers which conservewater.

6. Information from local utility, water and waste recovery providers on methods to reduce resourceconsumption, recycle, and dispose of hazardous waste.



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7. Available public transportation and/or carpool options in the area.

8. Educational material on the positive impacts of an interior relative humidity between 30–60 percentand what methods an occupant may use to maintain the relative humidity level in that range.

9. Instructions for maintaining gutters and downspouts and importance of diverting water at least five

feet away from foundation.

10. Information on required routine maintenance measures, including but not limited to, caulking,painting, and grading around building.

11. Available manufacturer’s information regarding maintenance, guarantees and warranties for

11.1. Exterior wall finishes

11.2. Roof coverings

11.3. Exterior doors, windows and skylights

12. A copy of the instruction manual for building occupants and operations and maintenance staff regarding the post-construction phase operation and maintenance of the building’s energy systemsand subsystems and their controls, as required by Section 604.1, Item 7.

13. Electronic copies of the approved or “as built” construction drawings.


It is ICC’s intent that the IgCC ® contain mandatory provisions wherever possible, as is the spirit of the

existing International Codes. The intended purpose of compliance electives is to encourage the implementationof practices which are very beneficial in the quest to achieve low environmental impact buildings, but whichmay not be appropriate as mandatory provisions because they are unreasonably restrictive or technicallyinfeasible in certain applications. However, it is quite possible, in some instances, that modifications to thelanguage contained in this Resource Document which introduce thresholds, such as building size or occupancy, or various exceptions, as well as other strategies, may allow many provisions which are currentlylisted as compliance electives to be formatted in the preferable mandatory format.

903.1 General. Section 903 contains compliance electives related to building operation and maintenance andowner education. Compliance electives shall not be mandatory unless included in the Compliance electives shallnot be mandatory unless selected by the design professional in responsible charge and indicated in theCompliance Elective Checklist required by Section 302.2. All other provisions of this chapter shall bemandatory as applicable.

903.2 Indoor environmental quality commissioning compliance elective. An indoor environmental survey of building occupants shall be conducted within twelve to eighteen months after issuance of the building certificateof occupancy. The survey shall contain anonymous responses regarding indoor environmental quality, includingthermal comfort, air quality and lighting. Corrective measures shall be taken if the survey results indicate thatmore than 20 percent of surveyed occupants are dissatisfied with thermal comfort, or if more than 5 percentcomplain of odor, irritation, fatigue, nausea and respiratory problems arising from the workplace. The results of



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the survey and a description of corrective measures taken shall be submitted to the Department of GreenConstruction not more than eighteen months after the issuance of the certificate of occupancy.



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CHAPTER 10

EXISTING BUILDINGS

Much like some of the provisions for existing buildings in Chapter 34 of the International Building Code, the provisions of Chapter 10 essentially require that altered and renovated materials, assemblies and portions of existing buildings, as well as new additions to existing buildings, comply with the provisions contained elsewhere in this code, as applicable.

SECTION 1001GENERAL

Establish relationship to the IEBC for coordination of coverage Need to expand beyond the current focus which seems to be energyCoordinate with Ch 3 – allow for mandatory compliance as determined by the AHJ Need criteria to evaluate existing buildings – ie insulation is covered Trigger requirements based on AHJ established thresholds/triggersExisting buildings are much more the load Existing buildings are much more the load - Really need to expand this chapter Add another table in Chapter 3 for existing buildings...or provide a new section in this chapter, or an appendix,which outlines how this code can be used to analyze existing buildings for compliance – with exceptions for what is hidden and can’t be verified. A good opportunity for use of compliance electives How about an energy audit???

Do we consider ‘requiring’ upgrades?This could be a firestorm Berkeley’s is triggered on property sale - parts become part of negotiation of saleValue of remodel exceeds 50% (or other number) then building comes up to current code.We’ve got to address - ERA has targets -We need to be careful that we don’t make the code unmarketable

1001.1 Scope. The provisions of this chapter shall control the alteration, repair, addition and change of occupancy of existing structures.

1001.2 Maintenance. Buildings and structures, and parts thereof, shall be maintained in conformance with thecode edition under which installed. The owner or the owner’s designated agent shall be responsible for themaintenance of buildings and structures. To determine compliance with this subsection, the code official shallhave the authority to require a building or structure to be reinspected. The requirements of this chapter shall notprovide the basis for removal or abrogation of fire protection and safety systems and devices in existingstructures.

1001.3 Compliance. Alterations, repairs, additions and changes of occupancy to existing structures shallcomply with the provisions for alterations, repairs, additions and changes of occupancy in the International Building Code, International Energy Conservation Code, International Fire Code, International Fuel Gas Code, International Mechanical Code, International Plumbing Code, International Property Maintenance Code andNFPA 70.



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Exceptions: The following need not comply with the energy provisions of this code, provided theenergy use of the building is not increased:

1. Storm windows installed over existing fenestration.

2. Glass only replacements in an existing sash and frame.

3. Existing ceiling, wall or floor cavities exposed during construction provided that these cavities arefilled with insulation.

4. Construction where the existing roof, wall or floor cavity is not exposed.

5. Reroofing for roofs where neither the sheathing nor the insulation is exposed. Roofs withoutinsulation in the cavity and where the sheathing or insulation is exposed during reroofing shall beinsulated either above or below the sheathing.

6. Replacement of existing doors that separate conditioned space from the exterior shall not require the

installation of a vestibule or revolving door, provided, however, that an existing vestibule that separates a conditioned space from the exterior shall not be removed.

7. Alterations that replace less than 50 percent of the luminaires in a space, provided that suchalterations do not increase the installed interior lighting power.

8. Alterations that replace only the bulb and ballast within the existing luminaires in a space providedthat the alteration does not increase the installed interior lighting power.

1001.4 Building materials, assemblies and systems. Building materials shall comply with the requirements of this section.

1001.4.1 Existing materials, assemblies, configurations and systems. Materials, assemblies,configurations and systems already in use in a building in conformance with requirements or approvalsin effect at the time of their erection or installation shall be permitted to remain in use unless determinedby the building code official to be dangerous to the environment, life, health or safety. Where suchconditions are determined to be dangerous to the environment, life, health or safety, they shall bemitigated or made safe.

1001.4.2 New and replacement materials, assemblies, configurations and systems. Except asotherwise required or permitted by this code, materials, assemblies, configurations and systemspermitted by the applicable code for new construction shall be used. Like materials shall be permittedfor repairs and alterations provided no hazard to the environment, life, health or property is created.

Hazardous materials shall not be used where the code for new construction would not permit their use inbuildings of similar occupancy, purpose and location.

SECTION 1002ADDITIONS

1002.1 General. Additions to any building or structure shall comply with the requirements of this code for newconstruction. Unaltered portions of the building shall be in accordance with the provisions of the code in force atthe time of their construction. Any alterations to existing portions or components of the building or structure



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shall be in accordance with the provisions of this code for those portions or components being altered.Alterations to an existing building or structure shall be made to ensure that the existing building or structuretogether with the addition are no less conforming with the provisions of this code than the existing building orstructure was prior to the addition.

1002.2 Flood hazard areas. Additions shall not be permitted to buildings and structures which are located in

flood hazard areas, as established in the International Building Code.

SECTION 1003ALTERATIONS

1003.1 General. Alterations to existing portions or components of buildings or structures shall be in accordancewith the provisions of this code for those portions or components being altered. Unaltered portions andcomponents of the building shall be in accordance with the provisions of the code in force at the time of theirconstruction. Alterations shall be such that the existing building or structure is no less conforming with theprovisions of this code than the existing building or structure was prior to the alteration.

Exception: Where, in the opinion of the code official, there is no significant compromise of the intentof this code, the code official shall have the authority to approve materials and assemblies whichperform in a manner which is at least the equivalent of those being replaced.

1003.2 Change in space conditioning. Unconditioned spaces which are altered to become conditioned space shall be required to be brought into full compliance with the energy provisions of this code.

SECTION 1004CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY

1004.1 Conformance. No change shall be made in the use or occupancy of any building that would place the

building in a different division of the same group of occupancy or in a different group of occupancies unlesssuch building is made to comply with the requirements of this code for such division or group of occupancy.Subject to the approval of the code official, the use or occupancy of existing buildings shall be permitted to bechanged and the building is allowed to be occupied for purposes in other groups without conforming to all therequirements of this code for those groups, provided the new or proposed use is less hazardous, based on lifeand fire risk, than the existing use, as determined in accordance with the International Building Code.

SECTION 1005HISTORIC BUILDINGS

1005.1 Historic buildings. The provisions of this code relating to the construction, repair, alteration, addition,

restoration and movement of structures, and change of occupancy, where each individual provision is evaluatedseparately on its own merit, shall not be mandatory for historic buildings for any of the following conditions:

1. Where implementation of that provision would change the visible configuration of buildingcomponents in a manner which is not in keeping with the buildings historic nature, as determined by thecode official,

2. Where compliance with that provision would produce a conflict with a building function which isfundamental to the historic nature of the building, or



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3. Where such buildings are judged by the code official to not constitute a distinct environmental hazard.

SECTION 1006RELOCATED STRUCTURES

1006.1 Conformance. Structures relocated into or within the jurisdiction, other than Historic Buildings, shallcomply with the provisions of this code for new construction.





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APPENDIX

APPENDIX A

The provisions contained in this appendix are not mandatory unless specifically referenced in the adoptingordinance.

OPTIONAL ORDINANCEThe International Codes are designed and promulgated to be adopted by reference by ordinance. Jurisdictionswishing to adopt the 2012 International Green Construction Code® ( IgCC ®) as enforceable regulations of sustainable construction practice governing structures and premises should ensure that certain factual and fiscalinformation is included in the adopting ordinance at the time adoption is being considered by the appropriate

governmental body.

The following sample adoption ordinance addresses several key elements of a code adoption ordinance,including the information required for insertion into the code text and an evidentiary-based adoption structurecontain bonding requirements tied to the issuance of building permits, certificates of occupancy and thecompliance verification process, a concept already familiar to jurisdictions’ master development plans forlarger-scale, Planned-Unit Developments (PUD’s).

Most importantly, this Optional Ordinance ‘B’ intends to open the dialogue among stakeholders, and give jurisdictions a place to start an fiscal and evidentiary-based adoption structure utilizing performance bondingrequirements tied to the compliance verification process. The bonding requirement is designed to ensure that theproject complies with the IgCC. The bond is held by the jurisdiction. Bond amounts are set at a percentage of

total cost of the building, based on local economic and geo-centric requirements overseen by jurisdictionalauthorities, and tied to square footage.

SAMPLE ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION OF

THE INTERNATIONAL GREEN CONSTRUCTION CODEORDINANCE NO.________

An ordinance of the [JURISDICTION] adopting the 2012 edition of the International Green ConstructionCode®, regulating and governing the impact of buildings and structures on the environment in the[JURISDICTION]; providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore; repealing OrdinanceNo. ______ of the [JURISDICTION] and all other ordinances and parts of the ordinances in conflict therewith.

The [GOVERNING BODY] of the [JURISDICTION] does ordain as follows:

Section 1. That a certain document, three (3) copies of which are on file in the office of the [TITLE OF

JURISDICTION’S KEEPER OF RECORDS] of [NAME OF JURISDICTION], being marked anddesignated as the International Green Construction Code, 2012 edition, including Appendix Chapters [FILL IN

THE APPENDIX CHAPTERS BEING ADOPTED] (see International Green Construction Code Section101.2.1, 2012 edition), as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the GreenConstruction Code of the [JURISDICTION], in the State of [STATE NAME] for regulating and governing theimpact of buildings and structures on the environment as herein provided; providing for the issuance of permits



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and collection of fees thereof; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said Green Construction Code on file in the office of the [JURISDICTION] are hereby referred to, adopted,and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this ordinance, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes,if any, prescribed in Section 2 of this ordinance.

Section 2. The following sections are hereby revised:

Section 101.1. Insert: [NAME OF JURISDICTION]

Section 110.4. Insert: [DOLLAR AMOUNT] in two places.

Table 302.1. Insert: [APPORPRIATE LOCAL REQUIREMENTS] in 11 places.

Section 3. That Ordinance No. ______ of [JURISDICTION] entitled [FILL IN HERE THE COMPLETE

TITLE OF THE ORDINANCE OR ORDINANCES IN EFFECT AT THE PRESENT TIME SO THATTHEY WILL BE REPEALED BY DEFINITE MENTION] and all other ordinances or parts of ordinances inconflict herewith are hereby repealed.

Section 4. That if any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is, for any reason, held tobe unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The[GOVERNING BODY] hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each section, subsection,clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clausesand phrases be declared unconstitutional.

Section 5. That nothing in this ordinance or in the Green Construction Code hereby adopted shall be construedto affect any suit or proceeding impending in any court, or any rights acquired, or liability incurred, or any causeor causes of action acquired or existing, under any act or ordinance hereby repealed as cited in Section 3 of thisordinance; nor shall any just or legal right or remedy of any character be lost, impaired or affected by thisordinance.

Section 6. That the [GOVERNING BODY] hereby directs and causes for all privately owned nonresidentialprojects of at least [50,000] square feet, a performance bond, irrevocable letter of credit from a financialinstitution authorized to do business in the jurisdiction, or evidence of cash deposited in an escrow account in afinancial institution in the jurisdiction, to be provided to the jurisdiction, with the bond, LOC or escrow, “dueand payable prior to receipt of certificate of occupancy.”

(a) A commercial applicant who applies for an incentive described in Section 7 shall provide a performancebond which shall be due and payable upon approval of the first building construction permit application.

(b) On or before [EFFECTIVE DATE], all applicants for construction governed by Section 1 shall provide aperformance bond, which shall be due and payable prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

(c) For the purpose of compliance with subsections (a) and (b) of this section, in lieu of the bond required bythis section, the [GOVERNING BODY] may accept an irrevocable letter of credit from a financialinstitution authorized to do business in the [JURISDICTION] or evidence of cash deposited in an escrowaccount in a financial institution in the [JURISDICTION] in the name of the licensee and the[JURISDICTION]. The letter of credit or escrow account shall be in the amounts required by subsection(d) of this section.

(d) The amount of the required performance bond under subsection (a) of this section shall be 1% of theincentive provided.



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(e) The amount of the required performance bond under subsection (b) of this section shall be:

(1) For a project not exceeding 150,000 square feet of gross floor area, 2% of the total cost of the building;

(2) For a project from 150,001 to 250,000 square feet of gross floor area, 3% of the total cost of thebuilding; and.

(3) For a project exceeding 250,000 square feet building of gross floor area, 4% of the total cost of thebuilding.

(f) The maximum amount of a performance bond shall be $3 million.

(g) All or part of the performance bond shall be forfeited to the [JURISDICTION] and deposited in a GreenBuilding Fund if the building fails to meet the verification requirements described in sub-parts (1) and (2)below.

(1) Publicly-owned, private leasing of public property, publicly financed buildings, and tenantimprovements.

(2) Privately-owned buildings. Any new construction or substantial improvement of a nonresidentialprivately-owned project with [50,000] square feet of gross floor area or more shall:

a. On or before [EFFECTIVE DATE], submit to the Department of Buildings, as part of anybuilding construction permit application, a green building checklist documenting the greenbuilding elements to be pursued in the building construction permit.

b. Within 365 days (1 year) of the receipt of a certificate of occupancy, be verified “incompliance” with the requirements of this ordinance through:

i. An agency of the [JURISDICTION] government; or

ii. Third-party entities which meet criteria to be established by the [GOVERNINGBODY] by rulemaking within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance;

as having fulfilled or exceeded the requirements of the International green Construction Code.

(h) The [JURISDICTION] shall draw down on the bond funds if the required green building verification isnot provided within 730 days (2 years) after issuing the first certificate of occupancy.

(i) The [GOVERNING BODY] shall promulgate rules to establish additional requirements for the drawingdown or return of performance bonds.

Section 7. Incentives.

(a) Within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance, the [GOVERNING BODY] shall establish anincentive program to promote early adoption of green building practices by applicants for buildingconstruction permits for commercial buildings. The incentive program shall be funded by funds depositedin the Green Building Fund, subject to the availability of funds. As part of the incentive program, the[GOVERNING BODY] shall establish a [[PROPERTY TAX INCENTIVE or INCENTIVES

PROGRAM]] for Qualifying Green Building Properties, and [[MAY PROVIDE GRANTS]] to helpdefray costs associated with the early adoption of the green building practices of the International greenConstruction Code.



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Section. 8. Green Building Fund.

(a) There is established a fund designated as the Green Building Fund, which shall be ENROLLEDORIGINAL Codification [JURISDICTION] of Columbia Official Code, 2001 Edition 8 West GroupPublisher, 1-800-328-9378, separate from the General Fund of the [JURISDICTION] of Columbia. Alladditional monies obtained pursuant to sections 6 and 9, and all interest earned on those funds, shall be

deposited into the Fund without regard to fiscal year limitation pursuant to an act of Congress, and usedsolely to pay the costs of operating and maintaining the Fund and for the purposes stated in subsection (c)of this section. All funds, interest, and other amounts deposited into the Fund shall not be transferred orrevert to the General Fund of the [JURISDICTION] of Columbia at the end of any fiscal year or at anyother time, but shall continually be available for the uses and purposes set forth in this section, subject toauthorization by Congress in an appropriations act.

(b) The [GOVERNING BODY] shall administer the monies deposited in the Fund.

(c) The Fund shall be used as follows:

(1) Staffing and operating costs to provide technical assistance, plan review, and inspections and

monitoring of green buildings;

(2) Education, training and outreach to the public and private sectors on green building practices; and

(3) Incentive funding for private buildings as provided for in Section 7.

Section. 9. Green building fee.

(a) A green building fee is established to fund the implementation this ordinance and the Green BuildingFund.

(b) Upon the effective date of this ordinance, the green building fee shall be established by increasing the

building construction permit fees in effect at the time in accordance with the following schedule of additional fees:

(1) New construction – an additional $0.0020 per square foot.

(2) Alterations and repairs exceeding $1,000 but not exceeding $1 million – an additional 0.13% of construction value; and

(3) Alterations and repairs exceeding $1 million - an additional 0.065% of construction value.

Section. 10. Establishment of a [JURISDICTION] Green Building Advisory Council.

(a) The Department of the Environment shall provide the central coordination and technical assistance to[JURISDICTION] agencies and instrumentalities in the implementation of the provisions of thisordinance.

(b) Within 90 days after the effective date of this ordinance, the [GOVERNING BODY] shall establish aGreen Building Advisory Council to monitor the [JURISDICTION]’s compliance with the requirementsof this ordinance and to make policy recommendations designed to continually improve and update theordinance.



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(c) The [JURISDICTION] GBAC shall consist of the following nine (9) members: (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6),(7), (8), and (9).

1) Members of the GBAC who are not ex officio members shall have expertise in building construction,development, engineering, natural resources conservation, energy conservation, green buildingpractices, environmental protection, environmental law, or other similar green building expertise.

2) The Chairperson of the GBAC shall be the Director of the Department of the Environment.

3) All members of the GBAC shall either work in, or be residents of the [ JURISDICTION], and shallserve without compensation.

4) The members shall serve a 2-year term.

5) A member appointed to fill a vacancy or after a term has begun, shall serve only for the remainder of the term or until a successor is appointed.

6) The GBAC shall advise the [GOVERNING BODY] on:

i. The development, adoption, and revisions of this ordinance, including suggestions for additionalincentives to promote green building practices;

ii. The evaluation of the effectiveness of the [JURISDICTION]’s green building policies andtheir impact on the [JURISDICTION]’s environmental health, including the relation of thedevelopment of the [JURISDICTION]’s green building policies to the specific environmentalchallenges facing the [JURISDICTION];

iii. The green building practices to be included in the triennial revisions of the Construction Codes;and

iv. The promotion of green building education, including educating relevant [JURISDICTION]employees, the building community, and the public regarding the benefits and techniques of high-performance building standards.

v. The GBAC shall meet at least six (6) times each year.

7) The GBAC shall issue an annual report of its recommendations to the [GOVERNING BODY]. Thereport shall include recommended updates of green building standards, building systems monitoringand data compiled from [JURISDICTION]-owned or [JURISDICTION] instrumentality-owned andoperated buildings, and an analysis of the building projects exempted by the [GOVERNING BODY]under section 11. The report shall be distributed to all members of the Council and the[GOVERNING BODY] and made available to the general public within 30 days after its issuance.

Section. 11. Exemptions and extensions. The [GOVERNING BODY] may, in unusual circumstances andonly upon a showing of good cause, grant an exemption from any of the requirements of this ordinance basedon:

(a) Substantial evidence of a practical infeasibility or hardship of meeting a required green building standard;

(b) A determination that the public interest would not be served by complying with such requirements; or

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1) The burden shall be on the applicant to show circumstances to establish hardship or infeasibilityunder this section.

2) If the [GOVERNING BODY] determines that the required verification requirement is notpracticable for a project, the [GOVERNING BODY] shall determine if another green building

standard is practicable before exempting the project from all green building requirements.

3) The [GOVERNING BODY] shall promulgate rules to establish requirements for the exemptionprocess within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance.

(d) Notwithstanding any other provision of this ordinance, construction encompassed by buildingconstruction permits applied for within 180 days (6 months) of the effective date of this ordinance shall beexempt from the verification requirements of this ordinance.

(e) Notwithstanding any other provision of this ordinance, the [GOVERNING BODY], upon a finding of reasonable grounds, may extend the period for green building verifications required in Section 6(g) sub-parts (1) and (2), for up to three (3) successive 120-day (4-month) periods.

Section 12. Rulemaking. Within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance, the [ GOVERNING BODY]shall promulgate rules to implement this ordinance. The proposed rules shall be submitted to the[GOVERNING BODY] for a 45-day period of review, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, legal holidays, and daysof [GOVERNING BODY] recess. If the [GOVERNING BODY] does not approve or disapprove the proposedrules, in whole or in part, by resolution within this 45-day review period, the proposed rules shall be deemedapproved.

Section13. That the [JURISDICTION’S KEEPER OF RECORDS] is hereby ordered and directed to causethis ordinance to be published. (An additional provision may be required to direct the number of times theordinance is to be published and to specify that it is to be in a newspaper in general circulation. Posting may alsobe required.)

Section 14. That this ordinance and the rules, regulations, provisions, requirements, orders and mattersestablished and adopted hereby shall take effect and be in full force and effect [TIME PERIOD] from and afterthe date of its final passage and adoption.

Additional Potential Appendices: Appendix B – Construction Water Use Appendix C – Power Plant Water Usage Appendix D – Water-Energy Balance: Climate and Regional Considerations Appendix E – Cogeneration Systems



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