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Contact: Joe Cooper, Ecosouth,

Developed by Southface Energy Group, Inc in partnership with
Huntsville, AL
US DOE's Build America Program - Earthcraft House is a point
Phone: 256.536.4120 Email:
Alabama Earthcraft House based program that includes Energy Star certification in it's v
joe@ecosouth.org Website:
baseline. The program is used in Alabama through a certified
http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/About/a
third party rater.
bout.htm
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Contact: Larry Knox Alabama

Department of Economic and
Community Affairs Energy Division
Mailing Address:
ADECA-Energy Division
P.O. Box 5690 Montgomery, AL 36103-
This Executive Order mandated state agencies to reduce their
5690 Courier Address:
EXECUTIVE ORDER energy consumption by ten percent (10%) in all conditioned
ADECA-Energy Division, Mailroom
Alabama, NUMBER 33- Energy facilities owned or operated by that agency by the end of Fiscal m
404, 401 Adams Avenue, Montgomery,
Standards, 2006 Year 2008, and twenty percent (20%) by Fiscal Year 2010
AL 36104
relative to Fiscal Year 2005 levels.
Phone: 334.242.5290 or 1-800.392.8098
E-Mail:
Larry.knox@adeca.alabama.gov
Website:
http://www.adeca.alabama.gov/EWT/def
ault.aspx
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Description
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All new municipal buildings, including new private construction

for municipal leasing or renting, and major renovations of Contact: Ron Thompson Building
existing municipal buildings must be LEED Certified. Safety, 4700 Elmore Road, Anchorage,
Beginning July 1, 2012, the minimum level required will be AK 99507 Phone: 907.343.8301
Alaska,
increased to LEED Silver. The Ordinance also requires all Website: m
Anchorage
Anchorage School District building construction and renovation http://www.muni.org/departments/develo
over 20,000 sq ft to earn LEED Certified. Fee-reduction pment/bsd/pages/default.aspx
incentives are provided for private construction that meets
LEED or National NAHB standards
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Description
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Contact: Cary Bolling Alaska Housing

Finance Corporation
Research Information Center POB
Alaska Housing Finance Corporation. A home energy rater
101020, Anchorage, AK 99503 Phone:
evaluates before and after improvements. "The Home Energy
800.478.2432
Home Energy Rebate Rebate Program provides rebates up to $10,000 to homeowners
Alaska, State Phone 2: 907.330.8164 Fax: v
Program, 2008 who improve the energy efficiency of their homes. In addition,
907.338,1747 E-Mail:
the Rebate program provides a $7,500 rebate for qualified new 5
cbolling@ahfc.state.ak.us
Star Plus homes."
Website: http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/
http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/energy/weath
erization_rebates.cfm
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Scott Waterman

Alaska Housing Finance Corporation
State financed residential housing must meet the Alaska
(AHFC)
Building Energy Efficiency Standard, which consists of the 2006
PO Box 101020
IECC and ASHRAE Standard 62.2-2004 Ventilation and
Anchorage, AK 99510-1020
Acceptable Indoor Air Quality in Low-Rise Residential
Building Energy Efficiency Phone: 800-478-2432 (Alaska)
Alaska, State Buildings, with Alaska-Specific Amendments to the IECC 2006 m
Standard (BEES) 907-330-8195 (Anchorage & Outside
and ASHRAE Standard 62.2-2004 to both, adopted November
Alaska)
8, 2006 by Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC)
Website: http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/
http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/reference/bee
s.cfm
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Contact: The Honorable Jan Brewer,

All state-funded buildings must achieve LEED Silver Governor of Arizona Address: 1700
Executive Order #2005-05 , certification. The Executive Order also requires newly West Washington, Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona m
2005 constructed state-funded buildings to incorporate renewable 85007 Phone: 602.542.4331 Phone:
energy. 1.800.253.0883 Website:
http://azgovernor.gov/Contact.asp
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Program
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Phil Marcotte Chief

Building Official
Community Development Department,
Town of Buckeye, 90 N. Apache Road,
This is a comprehensive, voluntary points based program. Buckeye, AZ 85326 Phone:
Arizona, Green Building Program,
Home size determines the number of points needed to achieve 623.349.6199 v
Buckey 2008
each level of certification. E-Mail: marcotte@buckeyeaz.gov
Website: http://www.buckeyeaz.gov/
http://az-
buckeye2.civicplus.com/index.aspx?nid=
278
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Description
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Modification of building and zoning codes, creation of green

Contact: Jason Crampton, City Planner,
building standards, incentives for green building certification,
and city commitments Planning & Development
Administration, City of Chandler
Arizona, Green Building Program This program focuses on whole community. Changes to the 215 E. Buffalo St., #104 Chandler, AZ
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Chandler 2008 general plan and zoning, requirements for LEED municipal 85244-4008 Phone: 480.782.3000
buildings, and adoption of the 2006 IECC will result in Web: http://www.chandleraz.gov
mandatory changes, while incentives to promote LEED in http://www.chandleraz.gov/Content/GB_
private commercial developments encourage voluntary changes. Ch_GBP.pdf
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Program
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Amanda Acheson, Sustainable

Building Manager, Coconino County
Coconino’s comprehensive, point based program is voluntary. It
Department of Community Development
includes three levels of certification with potential for Net Zero
Arizona, Address: 2500 North Fort Valley Road,
Sustainable Building Energy Distinction.
Flagstaff/Coco Building 1, Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 v
Program 2009
nino County Phone: 928-679-8853 or 1-800-559-
Pre- and mid- project technical assistance is offered, two year
9289 ext 8853 Website:
utility bills are required to assess program impacts.
http://www.ccsedi.org/green-
products.html
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Gilbert's water conservation ordinance addresses irrigation water
use in new residential developments and commercial properties.
Water-intensive landscaping in common areas of a new
development that is a single family and multi-family
development shall not exceed ten percent of the total
landscapable area in the new development. If reclaimed water is
used on such common areas, the town's reclaimed water
incentive rate shall be charged. If only reclaimed water is used Contact: Kathy Rall, Water Resource
on common areas, the amount of water-intensive landscaping Manager, Conservation Address: 90 E
may increase to 50 percent of the total landscapable area. In Civic Center Dr, Gilbert, AZ 85296
Arizona, Water Conservation
model homes the following restrictions apply: The combined Phone: 480. 503.6840, 480.503.6098 m
Gilbert Ordinance, 2006
water-intensive landscaping and water features of model homes Website:
in new single-family developments shall not exceed 20 percent http://www.ci.gilbert.az.us/eservices/plan
of the landscapable area. (b) Water-intensive landscaping shall ning/default.cfm
be located only where it is functionally useful, such as in play
areas or close to the house for energy efficiency. (c) All other
plant material shall be low water use plants listed in the most
recent low water use plant list approved by the Arizona
Department of Water Resources pursuant to the Phoenix Active
Management Area Management Plan then in effect. Developers
of new developments shall provide at the model homesite and to
homebuyers an information package on low water use
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Paul R. Popelka, RLA/AICP

Assistant Director, Planning, 11000 N.
All new town buildings and additions to existing town buildings La Cañada Drive, Oro Valley AZ 85737
Arizona, Oro be built to achieve a minimum of LEED Silver. The resolution Phone: 520.229.4896 or
Resolution 07-94, 2007 m
Valley directs the Town administration to achieve LEED Gold or LEED 520. 229.4700 Website:
Platinum as project resources and conditions permit. http://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Town_Gove
rnment/Planning_Zoning/Sustainability.h
tm
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Pima County’s comprehensive, point based program is

voluntary. Home size determines the number of points needed
to achieve each level of certification.
Contact: Yves Khawam, PhD, Chief
Plan review and inspection of program elements is fully
Building Official, Development Services,
integrated into the standard permitting and inspection process.
201 N. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
Arizona, Pima
Residential Green Program Phone: 480.740.6490 Website: v
County The program is designed to coordinate with ENERGY STAR,
http://www.pimaxpress.com/Building/def
utility incentive programs, and EPAct Home program.
ault.htm
http://www.pimaxpress.com/green/
A parallel commercial program is under development
Pima County adopted an amended 2006 IECC.

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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: Development Services

Building, 22358 S. Ellsworth Road
Arizona, New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 or Queen Creek, AZ 85242 Phone: 480-
Green Building Policy, 2007 m
Queen Creek larger must be certified LEED. 358-3003 Website:
http://www.queencreek.org/Index.aspx?p
age=85
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Description
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Scottsdale’s comprehensive, point based program is voluntary. Contact: Anthony Floyd, Green Building
Green Building Program, Home size determines the number of points needed to achieve Program, City of Scottsdale Address:
Arizona, 2005- The updated rating each level of certification. 7447 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale,
v
Scottsdale checklist is expected to be Arizona 85251 Phone: 480.312.4202
launched in September 2009. Parallel residential and commercial programs were adopted. Website: www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov/
greenbuilding
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Description
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All new city-owned facilities greater than 5,000 ft2 must achieve
Contact: John Coleman, Sustainability
a minimum of LEED Silver certification. The bill also requires
Arkansas, Municipal Building Coordinator, City of Fayetteville Phone:
all other new construction in the city to submit a LEED checklist m
Fayettville Standards, 2007 479.575.8272
with application for permit, stressing an emphasis on energy and
water efficiency
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Program
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Every new home in Fayetteville is now required to display the

Energy Scorecard so builders and buyers will know how it Contact: Dennis Sanders, Building
Arkansas,
Energy Score Card, 2008 compares to other homes in the area. The Energy Scorecard is Services Phone: 575-8267 E-Mail: m
Fayettville
designed to provide an easy to understand points system and a dsanders@ci.fayetteville.ar.us
list of notable energy efficiency measures in the home.
Voluntary/Ma
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Contact
Description
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The new California Green Buildings Standards Code, published
as Part 11 of the California Code of Regulations, Title 24,
covers residential and commercial buildings, schools, health
facilities, and state buildings. It includes standards for planning
and design, energy efficiency, water efficiency and conservation,
material conservation and resource efficiency, and Contact: California Building Standards
California Green Building
environmental quality. The Code includes both performance- Commission Address:
Standards Code,
based and prescriptive elements, such as requiring a 15% 2525 Natomas Park Drive, Suite 130,
EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1,
reduction in energy use compared with current standards and Sacramento, CA 95833-2936
2009
California requiring the use of ENERGY STAR appliances. The code also Phone: 916.263.0916 b
(Adopted as part of the 2007
requires new buildings to be dual plumbed for potable and Fax: 916.263-0959
California
recycled water systems for toilet flushing when recycled water is E-Mail: green@dgs.ca.gov Website:
Building Standards Code
available. These requirements are currently optional. Following www.bsc.ca.gov
supplement)
the next building code revision cycle in 2010, many of the http://www.green.ca.gov/default.htm
optional standards will become mandatory. This adjustment
period is intended to allow for industry and local enforcement
agencies to prepare for, comply with, and test the new standards.
After 2010, the Code will be updated annually to incorporate the
latest construction methods and technology.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
All new building or renovation projects that equal or exceed $3

millon construction costs and are either owned or occupied by a Contact: Planning & Building
City department or Department, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue,
California, Green Building agency, or developed as a public-private partnership, must meet Room 190, Alameda, CA 94501 Phone:
m
Alameda City Requirements, 2008 either: a LEED Certified, or a minimum 510.747.6800 Website:
GreenPoint Rated" score of 50 and be so verified by Build It http://www.ci.alameda.ca.us/archive/200
Green. 8/attachments/cc_sub_908.pdf
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Program
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Michael Cadrecha, Architect,

California,
Municipal Building Policy, All county projects initiated after July 1, 2003 must be LEED County of Alameda GSA-TSD Phone:
Alameda m
2003 “Silver” certified. 510.208.9589 E-Mail:
County
michael.cadrecha@acgov.org.
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Description
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Albany's mandatory program addresses all new construction and

major renovation. Non residential projects must comply with
varying levels of LEED, depending upon size. Greater than Address: City of Albany, 405 Kains
5,000 ft2 they must be certified with USGBC. Single and multi- Avenue, Albany, CA 94706 Phone:
California,
Green Building Program family residential must comply with the Build it Green/Green 510.528.5710 Website: m
Albany
Points Rating System. Single family are only reviewed at plan http://www.albanyca.org/index.aspx?pag
check, multi-family must have city staff or third party e=384
verification. In addition, all County projects must be LEED
Silver.
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Name,
Year
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Description
Information
The focus is on technical assistance and financial incentives to

encourage compliance with a variety of established third party Contact: Anaheim Public Utilities
California, Green Building Program, programs. Commercial projects receive rebates based on level Phone: 714.765.4182 Website:
b x
Anaheim 2008 of LEED certification, while residential projects receive rebates http://www.anaheim.net/section.asp?id=1
based on the number of units certified. All new municipal 46
buildings over 10,000 ft2 must be LEED Certified
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Year
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Description
Information
Contact: City of Berkeley Green

California, LEED LEED Resolution, Municipal buildings over 5,000 sq ft and $200,000 must be a Building Coordinator Address: 1434
m
Berkeley 2004 minimum of LEED Silver. University, Berkeley, CA 94702,
Phone: 510.845.0472
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Year
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Description
Information
Contact: Community Development

Brisbane's Municipal Code requires all new single family Phone: 415-508-2120 E-Mails:
construction to document a minimum of 50 Build it Green/Green building@ci.brisbane.ca.us -or-
California,
Municipal Code, 2007 Points for single family and multi (20 units plus). All planning@ci.brisbane.ca.us Websites: m
Brisbane
Commercial buildings must be LEED Silver, as are city- http://www.ci.brisbane.ca.us/index.asp
sponsored non-residential projects. http://www.ci.brisbane.ca.us/municode/in
dex.htm
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Description
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The City of Burbank, a member of USGBC, offers program
incentives to builders who embrace the voluntary measures,
from demolition waste control to LEED certification. .
Depending on the level of sustainability selected by builders,
plan check and permit fees will be reduced by 5% to 15%. Any
proposed LEED certified building will receive expedited City
approval services.
Contact: John Cheng, BO/Asst. CDD
Director Phone: 818.238.5220 E-Mail:
As an additional resource, the City has created the Green
jcheng@ci.burbank.ca.us Contact:
Building and Sustainable Architecture Reference Manual. This
California, City of Burbank Green Carol-Ann Coates, Plan Check Engineer
document contains information on construction and demolition v
Burbank Building Ordinance Phone: 818.238.5220 E-Mail:
materials, local area recyclers and their contact information, the
coates@ci.burbank.ca.us Website:
LEED certification program, and much more. Additionally,
www.Burbankca.org/building/bgreen.htm
Burbank Water and Power provides the following financial
.
incentives to encourage LEED certified green building
construction:
LEED Level Incentive
Certified Level $15,000
Silver Level $20,000
Gold Level $25,000
Platinum Level $30,000
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Address: 100 Civic Center Way

Calabasas, CA 91302
All non-residential, city and privately-owned buildings between Phone: 818.224.1600 Website:
California, Green Development
500 ft2 and 5,000 ft2 must meet the LEED Certified level. http://cityofcalabasas.com/pdf/green- m
Calabasas Standards, 2004
Buildings over 5,000 ft2 must meet the LEED Silver level. building-
ordinance.pdf#search=%22calabasas%20
LEED%20ordinance%22
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Description
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Address: Campbell City Hall

Campbell City Council adopted Resolution 10850, requiring all
California, Green Policy 70 N. First Street, Campbell, California
new and renovated municipal buildings over 5,000 sq ft to m
Campbell Recommendation, 2007 95008 Phone: 408.866.2130 E-Mail:
achieve LEED Silver certification.
buildingdept@cityofcampbell.com
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Description
Information
Contact: Gil Estrada, CBO

Phone: 760.770.0340 E-Mail:
California, Cathedral City Green Cathedral City offers expedited plan review for residential gestrada@cathedralcity.gov Website:
v
Cathedral City Building Program, 2008 projects certified by California Green Builder. http://qcode.us/codes/cathedralcity/view.
php?topic=8-
8_56&showAll=1&frames=on
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Keith Clarke, Director,

Building Dept.
This voluntary program offers Certified Green Building Phone: 951.736.2258 E-Mail:
designation for commercial and residential buildings. keithc@ci.corona.ca.us Website:
Commercial building must have documented the project will http://www.ci.corona.ca.us/index.cfm?se
California, Certified Green Buildings,
achieve a minimum of 20 credits on the LEED rating system. ction=City%20Departments&page=Com v
Corona 2007
Residential building applicants must show building munity%20Development&cat=Building
documentation certified by the California Green Builder %20Division&viewpost=2&contentid=1
101&CFID=26212549&CFTOKEN=502
88245&jsessionid=8e3020e8e415714832
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This mandatory program addresses new residential construction.

Applicants must have documented Build it Green/Green Points
Rating of at least 90 points, and exceed Title-24 by 15%. E-Mail:
Additional requirements include preplumb for solar, incorporate sustainablebuildingprogram@ci.cotati.ca.
California, Sustainable Building
30% flyash, 50% native plant material, 80% drought tolerant us Website: m
Cotati Program, 2009
plant material, and 80% drip irrigation. Incentives are given to http:/www.ci.cotati.ca.us/sections/depart
those exceeding the minimum requirements, or applicants with ments/sustainable-building-program.cfm
additions and remodels who voluntarily participate in the
program.
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Name,
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Description
Information
Contact: Craig Johnson, Building

This mandatory program for non-residential projects requires
Official Phone: 310. 253.5800
California, Mandatory Green Building LEED certification for all projects 50,000 ft2 or greater.
Website: m
Culver City Program Projects less than 50,000 ft2 must comply with 80% of the
http://www.culvercity.org/buildingsafety/
choice of prescriptive options available in the program.
build_safety.asp?sec=gov
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Description
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Modeled after the Santa Clara County Cities Association Green

Building Collaborative initiative, the City is directed to apply
these standards to all development projects: Contact: Greg Casteel, BO
- Encourage a voluntary review of green building measures for Phone: 408.777.3206
California, projects associated with discretionary approvals (i.e., 50 points E-Mail: gregc@cupertino.org
Cupertino Green, 2008 b
Cupertino minimum from the Build it Green/Green Points Checklist and Website:
LEED silver Rating). http://www.cupertino.org/index.aspx?pag
- Set a threshold of 5,000 ft2 for City projects to obtain a e=768#building
minimum LEED silver rating.
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Description
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Davis's program varies in stringency according to the size of the

project. For example, new single family homes smaller than Contact: Greg Mahoney Phone: 530
1,500 ft2 must achieve 70 points from Build it Green/Green 757-5655 E-Mail:
California,
Municipal Code, 2008 Points (plus 40 for recognition), while homes above 2,500 ft2 gmahoney@cityofdavis.org Website: m
Davis
must reach 90 points (plus 40 for recognition). Commercial http://cityofdavis.org/cdd/green_building
buildings have a similar system, but are based on the LEED .cfm
rating system.
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Description
Information
All city projects with the estimated cost of construction of

$3,000,000 or greater, shall meet Silver rating under the LEED
rating system, or a city-approved equivalent.
Contact: Gregory Shreeve, BO Phone:
All projects following the LEED rating system shall be
925.833.6620 E-Mail:
registered and certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.
California, Green Building gregory.shreeve@ci.dublin.ca.us
m
Dublin Requirements, 2005 Website:
All city projects with the estimated cost of construction of
http://www.ci.dublin.ca.us/Departments.c
$3,000,000 or less shall be designed and constructed using as
fm?PL=env
many green practices as appropriate to the project as specified in
the operational guidelines. These projects shall not be required
to be registered and certified by the U.S. Green Building
Council.
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Sam Lee, Building Safety

Manager/ Building Official Phone: 310-
All new municipal projects must achieve LEED Silver
California, El Municipal Building 524-2346 E-Mail: slee@elsegundo.org
certification or higher. Green building standards for private m
Segundao Standards, 2009 Webstie:
developments are planned for 2010.
http://www.elsegundo.org/depts/planning
safety/buildingsafety/default.asp
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Name,
Year
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Description
Information
Contact: Marie Jones, Community

The city offers planning incentives, e.g. a reduction in one
California, Fort Development Director Phone:
Zoning Density Bonus development standard at City Council's discretion for achieving v
Bragg 707.961.2823 E-Mail:
LEED Certified or Build it Green certification.
mjones@fortbragg.com
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Shawna Freels, CMC City

Clerk Address: Gilroy City Hall, 7351
California, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 or
Rosanna Street, Gilroy, CA 95020 m
Gilroy Standards, 2009 larger must meet LEED Silver.
Phone: 408.846.0400 E-Mail:
shawna.freels@ci.gilroy.ca.us
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Name,
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Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Glen Martinez, Acting

Single-family and multi-family projects must be
Building Official Development
Private Development GreenPoint Rated, remodels and additions greater than
California, Services Phone: 415.583.4159 E-
Green Building Ordinance 500 ft2 must submit GreenPoint Rated Existing homes m
Hayward Mail: Glen.Martinez@hayward-
of the City of Hayward. checklist. Commercial projects must follow Hayward's
ca.gov Website:
checklist for Private Non-Residential Development.
http://www.hayward-ca.gov
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Name,
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Description
Information
The City of Healdsburg City Council adopted an

ordinance (the Healdsburg Green Building Program) that
requires certain construction projects to incorporate green
Contact: Planning & Building, City
building measures and further specifies the green building
of Healdsburg Address: 401 Grove
rating systems and performance thresholds to be used in
California, Green Building Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448
determining compliance. The performance thresholds are m
Healdsburg Ordinance, 2009 Phone: 707.431.3348 Website:
based on the Build It Green (BIG) rating system for
http://www.ci.healdsburg.ca.us/index
residential construction and the Leadership in Energy and
.aspx?page=173
Environmental Design (LEED) rating program for non-
residential construction. The ordinance and resolutions
became effective August 1, 2009.
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Description
Information
Irvine's voluntary program offers three levels of Contact: Shawn Thompson,

certification for new construction and retrofits of Program Manager Phone:
California, residential, multi-family, and commercial building, 949.724.7449 E-Mail:
Irvine Build Green, 2005 v
Irvine depending on the points they attain on Irvine's locally sthompson@ci.irvine.ca.us Website:
developed checklists. The list includes mandatory items http://www.cityofirvine.us/green_buil
and a selection of voluntary. d.html
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Name,
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Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Shawn Thompson,

Program Manager Phone:
California, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 949.724.7449 E-Mail:
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Irvine Standards, 2005 or larger must be LEED Certified. sthompson@ci.irvine.ca.us Website:
http://www.cityofirvine.us/green_buil
d.html
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The City's mandatory program is comprised of checklists

for residential, multi-family and commercial - including
civic projects. With few exceptions, it applies to all new Contact: Steve Kiefer, BO, Phone:
California, Green Building Program,
construction. The residential and multi-family checklists 925.960.4410 E-Mail: m
Livermore 2008
are based on Build it Green/Green Points Rating, the djrashe@ci.livermore.ca.us
commercial checklists are based on LEED. Thresholds of
minimum compliance have been established.
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Description
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The Commercial and Residential Green Building

Ordinance applies to the construction of all new buildings
in the city, except for Secondary Dwelling Units and
Accessory Structures. For residential projects, the
checklist must indicate that the project will achieve a Contact: Green Building Team
minimum rating of 50 points. For nonresidential projects, Address: 1052 South Livermore
Commercial and
California, the checklist must indicate the project will achieve a Avenue, Livermore, CA 94550
Residential Green m
Livermore minimum rating of 20 points. For nonresidential civic Phone: 925.960.4410 Website:
Building Ordinance, 2006
projects, the checklist must indicate the project will http://www.ci.livermore.ca.us/CDD/g
achieve a minimum rating of 33 points. The City’s single reen_building/livermore.html
family and multi-family residential green building
checklists are based on the Build-It-Green checklists. The
City’s commercial green building checklist is based on the
LEED.
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Larry Brugger, Building

Green Building Policy for
California, New municipal construction and tenant improvements Superintendant Phone:
Municipal Buildings, m
Long Beach over 7,500 ft2 must be LEED certified. 562.570.7713 E-Mail:
2005
labrugger@longbeach.gov
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Long Beach City Council adopted interim Green
Building Requirements for Private Development as the
first step to an ongoing stakeholder process to develop
permanent Green Building Guidelines for Private
Development in Long Beach. The interim policy applies
to all new projects that apply for development entitlements
and meet the policy thresholds, beginning November 22,
2006 until the date that a permanent policy is adopted and
Contact: Larry Brugger, Building
becomes effective:
California, Green Buildng for Private Superintendant Phone:
m
Long Beach Development, 2006 All private development projects that meet the 562.570.7713 E-Mail:
following criteria will be required prior to the issuance of labrugger@longbeach.gov
a Certificate of Occupancy, to have registered their project
with the U.S. Green Building Council with the intent to
achieve a minimum level of LEED Certified in their final
building design OR to provide third-party verification that
they meet the equivalent of the minimum requirements of
LEED Certification in the final building design to the
satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Kirk Ballard, CBO

Phone: 650.947.2634 E-Mail:
kirk.ballard@ci.los-altos.ca.us
This mandatory program addresses essentially all new
construction, and additions and alterations greater than
Contact: James Wallgren, Asst.
50% of the original building. Residences and multi-family
California, Green Building City Manager, Community
units must document a Build it Green/Green Points Rating m
Los Altos Regulations, 2007 Development Director Phone:
of at least 50 points. Commercial projects must
650.947.2635 E-Mail:
demonstrate a Title 24 compliance rate of 15% above
james.wallgren@ci.los-altos.ca.us
code.
Website: http://www.ci.los-
altos.ca.us/commdev/building/index.
html
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Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory program addresses new residential Contact: Debbie Pedro, AICP,
construction. Applicants are given the choice of Planning Director Phone:
California, documenting a Build it Green/Green Points Rating of at 650.947.2517 E-Mail:
Green Building
Los Altos least 60 points, or a LEED for Homes rating of 45 points. dpedro@losaltoshills.ca.gov m
Ordinance, 2008
Hills Incentives are given to those exceeding the minimum Website:
requirements, or applicants with additions and remodels http://www.losaltoshills.ca.gov/buildi
who voluntarily participate in the program. ng-and-planning
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Standard of Sustainability establishes a requirement
for non-residential projects at or above 50,000 ft2 of floor
area, high-rise residential (above six stories) projects at or
above 50,000 ft2 of floor area, or low-rise residential (six
stories or less) of 50 or more dwelling units within
buildings of at least 50,000 ft2of floor area to meet the
Contact: Krista Kline, Urban
intent of the LEED Certified level. The Standard also
Planning & Design Coordinator,
applies to existing buildings that meet the minimum
Mayor's Office of Commercial &
thresholds described above when redevelopment
California, Green Building construction costs exceed a valuation of 50% of the Residential Development E-Mail:
m
Los Angeles Ordinance, 2008 existing building’s replacement cost. Krista.kline@lacity.org Website:
Requirement: Must include a LEED® Accredited http://www.lacity.org/mayor/villaraig
Professional (LEED® AP) on the project team and osaplan/EnergyandEnvironment/Gree
demonstrate that the project has met the intent of the nBuilding/index.htm
LEED® Certified level. Formal certification by the
USGBC is not required. The Standard for non-
residential/high-rise residential projects will be effective
on November 1, 2008. The Standard will apply to low-rise
residential projects on May 1, 2009. Under a separate
ordinance, all public works projects over 7,500 ft2 must
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Standard of Sustainability establishes a requirement
for non-residential projects at or above 50,000sf of floor
area, high-rise residential (above six stories) projects at or
above 50,000sf of floor area, or low-rise residential (six
stories or less) of 50 or more dwelling units within
buildings of at least 50,000sf of floor area to meet the
Contact: Krista Kline, Urban
intent of the LEED Certified level. The Standard also
Planning & Design Coordinator,
applies to existing buildings that meet the minimum
Mayor's Office of Commercial &
thresholds described above when redevelopment
California, Green Building construction costs exceed a valuation of 50% of the Residential Development E-Mail:
m
Los Angeles Ordinance, 2008 existing building’s replacement cost. Krista.kline@lacity.org Website:
Requirement: Must include a LEED AP on the project http://www.lacity.org/mayor/villaraig
team and demonstrate that the project has met the intent of osaplan/EnergyandEnvironment/Gree
the LEED Certified level. Formal certification by the nBuilding/index.htm
USGBC is not required. The Standard for non-
residential/high-rise residential projects will be effective
on November 1, 2008. The Standard will apply to low-rise
residential projects on May 1, 2009. Under a separate
ordinance, all public works projects over 7,500 ft2 must
be LEED certified.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Eligible participants can receive a $1 rebate (up to $2,000

per home) for each square foot of irrigated turf grass from
your home’s landscape that is removed from irrigation. Contact: Los Angeles Department
of Water and Power Phone:
California, SoCal Water$mart Turf Only residential property owners up to 4 units who are 800.544.4498 Website:
v
Los Angeles Removal Program customers of Los Angeles Department of Water and http://socalwatersmart.com/index.php
Power (LADWP) are eligible for SoCal Water$mart’s ?option=com_content&view=article
Turf Removal Program rebates. Commercial/multi-family &id=79
customers may contact LADWP directly at (800) 544-
4498 to determine eligibility.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The program will pay single-family residential customers

a dollar for each square foot of turf removed and replaced
with drought-tolerant plants, mulch and water permeable
Residential Drought Website:
California, hardscape.
Resistant Landscape http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/la v
Los Angeles
Incentive Program dwp000399.jsp 888-376-3314
The Department of Water and Power must pre-approve
the customers' plans and proof of installation is required to
receive the rebate.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Phone: 1.800.GreenLA
(1.800.473.3652) and select Trees
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power electric
for a Green LA
California, customers can receive free shade trees. To qualify for
Trees for a Green LA Email: Tree.Program@ladwp.com
Los Angeles trees, customers take advantage of the on-line Trees for a
Website:
Green LA workshop. Trees are delivered and planted,
http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/la
intended to shade the home, save energy.
dwp000744.jsp.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
California, The Save-A-Buck Program offers rebates of $100 for Website:

Los Angeles Multifamily Toilet owners of apartments, condominiums, town homes, http://www.20gallonchallenge.com/p
v
and San Rebates duplexes, triplexes, and mobile homes for the purchase of rograms_residential.html 1-877-728-
Diego high-efficiency toilets. 2282.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The voluntary program assists with "smart" or weather-

based irrigation controller purchase. Rebates start at
$230 for single-family sites of less than one acre. Unlike a
standard automatic timer that turns on the sprinklers at set
intervals, a "smart" controller uses weather data and site
California, information such as plant type and sprinkler system output
Single-Family Weather-
Los Angeles to adjust watering times and frequency. Because proper
Based Irrigation Phone: 1.888.376.3314. v
and San installation and initial set-up of these controllers generally
Controller Rebates
Diego requires an in-depth knowledge of soils, precipitation
rates, slope measurements and related factors, professional
installation is recommended.The minimum incentive for
single-family sites one acre or larger, is $25 per station.
Rebate amount cannot exceed the purchase price of the
controller.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
California, The Save-A-Buck Program offers rebates of $100 for Website:

Los Angeles Multifamily Toilet owners of apartments, condominiums, town homes, http://www.20gallonchallenge.com/p
v
and San Rebates duplexes, triplexes, and mobile homes for the purchase of rograms_residential.html 1-877-728-
Diego high-efficiency toilets. 2282.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This program provides a financial incentive to encourage

customers to choose a high-efficiency clothes washer
(HEW) instead of a standard top-loading model. HEWs
use 65% less water, 55% less energy, and less detergent;
California, clean better; and are gentler on clothes than standard Website:
Single-Family High-
Los Angeles clothes washers. Drying time can be cut in half. This http://www.20gallonchallenge.com/p
Efficiency Clothes v
and San program generates both water and energy savings. HEWs rograms_residential.html 1-888-
Washer Rebates
Diego must be from the list of approved models and have a water 376-331
efficiency factor of 5.0 or less. The Metropolitan Water
District operates the program on behalf of the San Diego
County Water Authority, its member agencies, and San
Diego Gas and Electric. Rebates start at $135
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Mailing Address: Public Works

California,
Sustainable Design New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 900 S. Fremont Ave.
Los Angeles m
Program, 2007 square feet or larger must be certified LEED Silver. Alhambra, CA 91803
County
Phone: 626.458.5100
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Omar Peña,

Marin County's mandatory residential program is based on
Green Building Coordinator
a locally developed checklist. Home size determines the
Phone: 415.507.2797
number of points necessary to comply, and level of
California, Green Building Program, Email: opena@co.marin.ca.u+D10s
compliance. Until adoption of a new County Green m
Marin County 2009 Website:
Building Ordinance, the point requirements for additions
http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/CD/
and remodels apply only to the building area encompassed
main/comdev/advance/Sustainability/
in the addition/remodel.
Energy/solar/solar_index.cfm
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory county residential energy code applies to:

New single family dwellings resulting in a total dwelling Contact: Omar Peña,
size of 1,500 square feet or greater, and additions resulting Green Building Coordinator
in a total dwelling size of 1,500 square feet or greater, Phone: 415.507.2797
Single Family Dwelling
California, substantial remodels to single family dwellings resulting in Email: opena@co.marin.ca.u+D10s
Energy Efficiency m
Marin County a total dwelling size of 1,500 square feet or greater, Website:
Ordinance, 2008
(depending upon the method of Title 24 compliance). The http://www.co.marin.ca.us/depts/CD/
applicant must meet or exceed Title 24 standards by at main/comdev/advance/Sustainability/
least 15%. Energy/solar/solar_index.cfm
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Mike Moore, Director of

Planning and Building
Mailing Address:
Planning Department
This mandatory program effects most new construction in
Mill Valley City Hall
Mill Valley. All non-residential construction must
26 Corte Madera Ave.
achieve a LEED Silver rating or better; residential
California, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Municipal Code, 2008 projects must achieve 50 Build it Green/Green Points m
Mill Valley Phone: 415.388.4033
(homes larger than 3,500 ft2 must achieve 60). City
Fax: 415.381.1736
buildings must follow the program in accordance with the
Email:
type of building.
planning@cityofmillvalley.org
Website:
http://www.cityofmillvalley.org/Inde
x.aspx?page=948
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Mission Viejo has several measures to promote energy

conservation in local homes and businesses. Building
permit fees will be waived for the implementation of Contact: Chuck Wilson, Community
permanent solar power such as solar photovoltaic; solar Development Director
California, thermal systems; tank less domestic water heaters; Phone: 949.470.3029
Solar Energy Education
Mission windows and/or doors containing glass; and high Website: v
Program,
Viejo efficiency heating, venting, and air-conditioning systems. http://cityofmissionviejo.org/Depart
Expedited plan review and sameday inspection also mentPage.aspx?id=94&ekmensel=7b
accompany the fee waiver in an effort to encourage 8f18ba_28_0_94_3
homeowners and businesses to consider construction of a
higher energy efficient system.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Buster Scholl, CBO

Phone: 949.470.3021/
To qualify for Mission Viejo's voluntary Green Building
949.470.3054
Program, the applicant must have an accumulation of 50
California, Email: bs31647@aol.com
Green Building Program, points for residential remodels that encompass at least 500
Mission bldgservices@cityofmissionviejo.org v
2008 square feet OR the applicant must have an accumulation
Viejo Website:
of 75 points for new residential construction on their
http://cityofmissionviejo.org/Depart
locally developed checklist.
mentPage.aspx?id=1966&ekmensel=
7b8f18ba_28_0_1966_5
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Building Department

Hours: Monday- Friday 9AM to
Monte Sereno requires all City construction to reach the
5PM,
LEED Silver level. However, new residential and non-
California, Green Building in Monte Phone: (408) 354-2805
residential construction only need to submit the b
Monte Sereno Sereno, 2008 Inspections: (408) 354-2805
appropriate checklist (Green Point/Build it Green and
Fax: (408) 395-7653 Website:
LEED, respectively).
http://www.montesereno.org/index.p
hp
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information

Mailing Address: 18041
California, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000
Saratoga-Los Gatos Road m
Monte Sereno Initiative, 2008 square feet or larger must be certified LEED Silver.
Monte Sereno, CA 95030
Phone: 408.354.2805
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Under the Monterey Green Building Program, all new
residential construction and remodels (single and two-
family) must use the Green Point/Build it Green rating
system. Projects less than 1,500 ft2 must achieve 40
points, and those larger than 1,500 ft2 must achieve 60.
To receive the city's Green Building Award and reach the
incentive level, new homes must achieve 120 points. Mailing Address:
Incentives are flexibility in building heights, floor-area 580 Pacific Street, Room 4
California, Green Building Program, ratios, and setbacks. Remodels and non-residential Monterey, CA 93940
b
Monterey 2008 construction are similar. Non-residential construction is Fax: 831.646.5643
based on the LEED rating system. Municipal buildings http://www.monterey.org/building/gr
larger than 1,000 ft2 must reach the LEED Silver level. eenbuilding/
The first year of the program requires only the submittal
of the checklist; after that the measures must be
implemented. The program also includes a construction
and demolition schedule, detailing the parts of the
demolished building that will be re-used, recycled, and
thrown out.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Morgan Hill's mandatory program addresses all new Contact: City of Morgan Hill
construction and major renovation. Non residential Mailing Address: 17555 Peak
projects must comply with varying levels of LEED, Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037-
California,
Green Building Ordinance depending upon size. Greater than 5,000 ft2 they must be 4128 m
Morgan Hill
LEED Silver. Verification is provided by LEED AP. Phone: 408.779.7271 Website:
Single and multi-family residential must comply with the http://www.morganhill.ca.gov/Docu
Build it Green/Green Points Rating System or LEED. mentView.aspx?DID=2439
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Stephen Jensen

Chief Building Official
Napa's Green Building Ordinance requires all new, non-
Email: sjensen@cityofnapa.org
California, Green Building Code, residential buildings, including municipal projects,
Phone: 707.257.9540 Website: m
Napa 2008 exceeding 30,000 sq ft to follow the LEED for New
http://74.205.120.199/images/citycler
Construction or LEED for Core and Shell checklist.
k/MunicipalCode/Title15/Sections/3
0/040.pdf
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory program addresses non-residential, multi- Contact: Ron Averiette, CBO
family and single-family residential construction. Both Phone: 415.899.8927
California, Green Building Program, new construction and remodels/additions are addressed. Email: raveriet@ci.novato.ca.us
m
Novato 2007* Each category of construction must attain a certain Website:
number of points from the city's checklists. The lists are http://www.ci.novato.ca.us/Index.asp
based on the 2007 California Green Building Standard. x?page=1180
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Municipal projects, including new construction and Contact: Mike Neary, Deputy
renovation with a minimum construction cost of $3 Director Department of Engineering
California, Green Building
million,must achieve LEED Silver certification. The and Construction Phone: m
Oakland Ordinance, 2005
ordinance was added to the Oakland Municipal Code (510) 238-6659
under Chapter 15.35. Email:mjneary@oaklandnet.com
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Palm Desert's standards apply to all new residential and

Contact: Russell A. Grance, CBO,
commercial buildings, requiring them to exceed Title 24
Director of Building and Safety
standards by at least 10%, with the exception of homes
Mailing Address: 73510 Fred
over 4,000 square feet, which are required to exceed Title
Waring Drive Palm Desert, CA
24 by 15%.
92260
California, Energy Efficiency Phone: 760.776.6420
The new standards also encourage the use of solar power b
Palm Desert Requirements, 2007 Fax: 760.776.6392 Email:
systems. Developers of production homes are required to
rgrance@ci.palm-desert.ca.us
install a photovoltaic solar system on at least one of the
Website:
sales models and offer solar systems as a customer
www.cityofpalmdesert.com/
upgrade on all homes. Additionally, the City has waived
http://www.cityofpalmdesert.org/Inde
building permit fees on the installation of photovoltaic
x.aspx?page=304#Construction
solar systems in existing homes and businesses.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Palo Alto's mandatory program address residential and

non-residential projects. Residential projects achieve Contact: Palo Alto Green Building
Build it Green/Green Points Certification and be certified Program
California, Green Building by Build it Green/Green Points Rater, or verified by the Phone: 650-329-2189
m
Palo Alto Ordinance, 2008 city, depending on project size. Non-residential projects Website:
must achieve LEED certification - smaller projects are http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/p
verified by the city, larger must be registered and verified ln/green_building/getting_started.asp
with USGBC.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Pasadena's mandatory program includes most non single Contact: Sarkis Nazerian, BO
family residential construction: new municipal buildings Phone: 626.744.4431
greater than 5,000 ft2, new non-residential buildings and Email:
tenant improvements greater than 25,000 ft2, and mixed snazerian@cityofpasadena.net
use and multi-family residential buildings four stories in Alice M. Sterling, Green City
California, Green Building Program, height or more. Each category must achieve at least Coordinator
m
Pasadena 2008 LEED Silver, including water efficiency credit for Phone: 626.744.3726
reducing baseline usage by 20%. Projects must be Email:asterling@cityofpasadena.net
registered with USGBC. The city offers free LEED AP Website:
consulting services. Additionally, the city offers a $1000 http://www.ci.pasadena.ca.us/permitc
rebate for each affordable housing unit in a green enter/GreenCity/building/gbprogram.
building. asp#Green_Building_Ordinance
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Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Mailing Address: 11 English Street,

Petaluma Build it Green is a voluntary, points-based Petaluma, California 94952
program for new homes, remodels and multi-family Phone: 707.778.4301 or
California, Petaluma Build it construction. Buildings must achieve at least 50 Build it 707.778.4302
v
Petaluma Green/Green Points, 2006 Green/Green Points (with a minimum number of Build it E-mail: cdd@ci.petaluma.ca.us
Green/Green Points earned in various categories), to be Website:
eligible to become GreenPoint Rated. http://www.cityofpetaluma.net/cdd/bi
g/whatispbig.html
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Pleasanton requires all non-residential projects greater

than 20,000 ft2, both municipal and private, to reach
Contact: George Thomas, Building
LEED certification level. They do not need to be
and Safety Official
registered by USGBC, although inspection fees may be
Phone: 925.931.5300
reduced for registered projects. All single and multi-
California, Green Building Email: gthomas@ci.pleasanton.ca.us
family residential projects, including any such City- m
Pleasanton Ordinance, 2005 Donna Decker, Principal Planner
Sponsored Project, must achieve at least 50 Build it
Phone: 925.931.5604 Website:
Green/Green Points (with a minimum number of Build it
http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/busin
Green/Green Points earned in various categories), to be
ess/planning/green-bldg-info.html
eligible to become GreenPoint Rated.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Ranchos Palos Verdes requires 50 points in the Build it

Green/Green Points checklist for new single and multi-
family residential construction and remodeling. If Contact: Planning Department
submitted plans meet the minimum number of points, the Phone: 310.544.5228 Email:
City offers fast-tracked review, and up to a 50% reduction planning@rpv.com Website:
Ranchos Construction Program, v
in the permitting fees. Non-residential construction must http://www.palosverdes.com/rpv/plan
Palos Verdes 2008
aim for the LEED Certified level to receive these benefits. ning/planning-zoning/green-
Ranchos Palos Verdes also allows for flexibility in zoning initiative.cfm
requirements for buildings with sustainable energy
systems under these programs.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Redding Electric Utility (REU), in partnership with Contact: Earth Advantage
the Shasta Builders' Exchange, the City Building Residential Program
Department, and the City's Water and Solid Waste Redding Electric Utility
Utilities has launched its new Earth Advantage® Program 777 Cypress Avenue Mailing
for new construction projects in the City of Redding. To Address: P.O. Box 496071
meet Redding Electric Utility’s Earth Advantage standard Redding, CA 96049-6071
California,
Earth Advantage for Energy Efficiency, the energy calculations for each Phone: v
Redding
home must demonstrate a minimum efficiency of 20 530.339.7300/1.866.267.8845
percent better than Title 24. For a house to be certified Email:
under the Earth Advantage criteria, each house must also earthadvantage@reupower.com
achieve a minimum of 50 points in each of the remaining Website:
three categories for a total of 150 points or more. Points http://www.reupower.com/energysvc/
needed are based on house size. pdf/points-ws.pdf
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
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Program
Adopted
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Dan Chudy, CBO

Phone: 951.826.5942 Email:
Riverside Green Builder (RGB) is a voluntary program
California, dchudy@riversideca.gov
California Green Builder primarily for production builders. RGB is based on the v
Riverside Website:
California Green Builder Program.
http://www.riversideca.gov/building/
programs.asp
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Mike Lara, Director of

California, All new construction and major renovations of municipal Building & Safety, 4080 Lemon
Riverside Policy H-29, 2009 buildings exceeding 5,000 gross sq ft must achieve LEED Street, Riverside, CA 92502-1629 m
County certification. Phone: 951.955.1800
951.955.2025
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Rohnert Park's mandatory program addresses all new

construction and major renovation. Non residential
projects must comply with varying levels of LEED,
Green Building Ordinance Phone: 707.588.2257 Email:
depending upon size. Greater than 5,000 ft2 they must be
California, July 2007, Energy pbruck@rpcity.org Website:
certified with USGBC. Singe and multi-family residential m
Rohnert Park Efficiency Ordinance http://www.rpcity.org/index.aspx?pa
must comply with the Build it Green/Green Points Rating
April 2007 ge=104
System. Single family are only reviewed at plan check,
multi-family must have city staff or third party
verification.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Energy Efficiency Ordinance covers all new Contact: Peter K. Bruck, BO
residential construction, all new swimming pools, and Phone: 707.588.2257
Energy Efficiency
California, residential additions greater than 1,000 square feet. The Email: pbruck@rpcity.org
Standards Ordinance, m
Rohnert Park ordinance requires all new residential construction to Website:
2007
achieve an energy compliance rate 10-15% beyond Title http://www.rpcity.org/index.aspx?pa
24, depending upon ft2 of the house. ge=104
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: City of Sacramento Phone:

916.264.5011 Mailing Address:
915 I Street, Sacramento, California
New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 95814
California, Municipal Building
square feet or larger must meet LEED certification, silver Email: m
Sacramento Standards, 2004
is the goal. planning@cityofsacramento.org
Website:
http://www.cityofsacramento.org/dsd
/building/green-building/
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Builders can earn a “green building designation” by
following any one of these green rating systems:
California Green Builder (CGB), Leadership in Energy
and Environmental Design (LEED), any County-approved
green rating program or the County’s Green Building
Basics Checklist. In return, builders will receive
accelerated plan review, priority inspections, design Contact: Barbara Johnston, BO
assistance and recognition for all qualified projects. The Phone: 909.387.4237
California,
San Bernardino County County’s “green” building checklist gives points for Email:
San
Green Builder Program, incorporating features such as solar powered outdoor bjohnston@lusd.sbcounty.gov v
Bernardino lighting, energy-efficient appliances, and the use of
2007 Website:
County recycled construction materials. Builders who earn a score http://www.greencountysb.com/defau
of 85 or higher on the checklist qualify. Unlike LEED and lt.htm
CGB, the County checklist option does not require a fee.
Residents and business owners in existing buildings can
also receive incentives for improving their building's
energy use. Permit fees will be waived for the installation
of solar energy systems, wind-generated electrical
systems, tankless water heaters, and highly efficient
heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Artificial Turf Replacement Incentives

Residential customers who qualify, can apply for a rebate
of up to $1,000 for replacing existing irrigated turf with
artificial turf. Funding for the $1.00 per square foot
incentive (minimum 300 sq ft / maximum 1,000 sq ft) is
limited and is provided on a first come, first served basis.
A 30¢ incentive is provided year-round and is unlimited.
Contact: Mayda Portillo Phone:
California,
(858) 522-6762 Email: v
San Diego District single-family residential customers agree to a pre-
mportillo@sdcwa.org
conversion and a post-conversion inspection.
A completed application form complete with photos.
Conversion completed within 60 days of the pre-
conversion on-site visit. Turf to remain in place for a
minimum of five years. Rebates are not retroactive, only
sites installed after a site visit and approval will qualify for
this pilot.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The County of San Diego's Green Building Incentive
Program applies to new and remodeled residential and
commercial buildings. The program offers incentives of
reduced plan check turnaround time and a 7.5% reduction
in plan check and building permit fees for projects
Contact: County of San Diego
meeting program requirements. To qualify for the
Department of Planning and Land
incentives, the project must comply with one of the
Use, Building Division Mailing
resource conservation measures listed below:
Address: 5201 Ruffin Road - Suite
California, * Natural Resource Conservation
Green Building Incentive B, San Diego, CA 92123-1666
San Diego Straw Bale Construction. New buildings using baled v
Program Phone: 888.336.7553/
County straw from harvested grain for the construction of the
exterior walls will qualify for the incentives. 619.565.5920 Website:
* Water Conservation www.sdcounty.ca.gov/dplu/greenbuil
Gray Water Systems. The installation of a gray water dings.html
system in new or renovated buildings will qualify for the
incentives. A permit is required from the Department of
Environmental Health for the gray water system. (CPC
Title 24, Part 5, California Administrative Code,
Appendix G.)
* Energy Conservation
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
San Francisco's comprehensive requirements are based on Contact: Isam Hasenin, PE, CBO
building type and size. The requirements are being Phone: 415.558.6131
implemented incrementally between 2008 and 2012. Email: sam.hasenin@sfgov.org
Commercial buildings must submit or LEED checklist or Contact: Laurence Kornfield, Chief
California,
certification (levels vary), depending on size, with certain Building Inspector Phone:
San Fransisco Green Building
requirements for water and energy. Residential buildings 415.558.6244 Email: m
City and Ordinance, 2008
must submit Green Points checklists, or be certified, laurence.kornfield@sfgov.org
County
depending upon number of units, or in the case of high Website:
rise residential LEED certification, with certain http://www.sfenvironment.org/our_pr
requirements for stormwater design, water, and ograms/topics.html?ssi=8&ti=19#Ag
construction debris. encies
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of San José requires all new municipal buildings

Contact: Environmental Services
over 10,000 square feet to be constructed to achieve
Mailing Address: San José City
California, Green Building Policy, LEED Silver level certification at a minimum, with a goal
Hall, 200 East Santa Clara Street, b
San Jose 2007 of reaching LEED Gold or Platinum certification. It also
10th Floor, San José, CA 95113
provides technical assistance to private applicants seeking
LEED certification
http://www.sanjoseca.gov/esd/natural-
energy-resources/gb-policy.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Beginning in 2009, a Green Building Checklist must be
submitted as part of any permit application for projects
that meet any of the following criteria:
* Any new construction

* Residential additions over 500 square feet
* Any commercial/industrial projects over $100,000 in
value Contact: Sally Barros, Senior
Planner and Sustainability
California, Green Building Programs, The checklist must be submitted with plan sets, and any
Coordinator Phone: 510.577.3458 m
San Leandro 2009 items that are marked on the checklists must then be Website: http://www.ci.san-
referenced and detailed in the plans. There is no minimum leandro.ca.us/cdbldggreen.asp
number of green building points required for private
building projects at this time, but any items checked on
the list for which official GreenPoint Rated or LEED
points are sought by the project applicant must be
completed prior to receipt of final permit. Additionally,
municipal buildings require a minimum LEED rating of
"Silver" for construction projects valued at over $3
million.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Beginning in 2009, a Green Building Checklist must be
submitted as part of any permit application for projects
that meet any of the following criteria:
* Any new construction

* Residential additions over 500 square feet
* Any commercial/industrial projects over $100,000 in
value Contact: Sally Barros, Senior
Planner and Sustainability
California, Green Building Programs, The checklist must be submitted with plan sets, and any
Coordinator Phone: 510.577.3458 m
San Leandro 2009 items that are marked on the checklists must then be Website: http://www.ci.san-
referenced and detailed in the plans. There is no minimum leandro.ca.us/cdbldggreen.asp
number of green building points required for private
building projects at this time, but any items checked on
the list for which official GreenPoint Rated or LEED
points are sought by the project applicant must be
completed prior to receipt of final permit. Additionally,
municipal buildings require a minimum LEED rating of
"Silver" for construction projects valued at over $3
million.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City has adopted voluntary green building guidelines

that went into effect on July 1, 2008. The green building
Contact: Community Development
program will follow the LEED Silver guidelines for
Department, Planning Division
California, Green Building municipal and commercial buildings and Build it
Phone: 650.522.7202 Website: v
San Mateo Guidelines, 2008 Green/Green Point's guidelines for single family and
http://www.cityofsanmateo.org/Docu
multi-family dwellings. The level of certification and
mentView.aspx?DID=2913
method of verification vary depending on building type
and size.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
San Rafael's ordinance applies to most new residential and

Contact: Robert M. Brown
non-residential construction. New residential construction
Mailing Address: PO Box 151560,
must achieve at least 60 points on the Build it
San Rafael, CA 94901
Green/Green Points rating system. Non-residential
Phone: 415.485.3085
California, Green Building compliance thresholds are based on LEED levels of
415.485.3090, Fax: (415) 485-3184 m
San Rafael Requirements, 2007 certification and depend on project size. Incentives are
Website:
offered to both residential and non-residential projects that
http://www.cityofsanrafael.org/Gover
substantially exceed the minimum standards. The same
nment/Community_Development/Bui
standards apply to private and municipaly funded
lding___Fire_Prevention.htm
buildings.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Robert M. Brown

Mailing Address: PO Box 151560,
San Rafael, CA 94901
San Rafael's energy ordinance applies to new residential
Phone: 415.485.3085
California, construction and additions resulting in homes greater than
Energy Ordinance 415.485.3090, Fax: (415) 485-3184 m
San Rafael 3,500 ft2. The resulting energy budget must be that of a
Website:
Title 24 calculation of a 3,500 ft2 or less residence.
http://www.cityofsanrafael.org/Gover
nment/Community_Development/Bui
lding___Fire_Prevention.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Karin Preissinotto

Santa Barbara Contractors
Association Education Foundation,
Inc. Mailing Address: P.O. Box
California, This Homebuilders Association standard is
23409
Santa Built Green Santa Barbara comprehensive, voluntary, and completely separate from v x
Santa Barbara, CA 93121 Phone:
Barbara the jurisdiction’s permitting and inspection process.
805.884.1100 Email:
karin@sbcontractors.org Website:
http://www.builtgreensb.org/home.ht
ml
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Michael Alvarez Phone:

Santa Clara County's Green Building Program transitioned 408.299.5738 Email:
from voluntary to mandatory on July1, 2009. The michael.alvarez@pln.sccgov.org
program currently applies to residential construction over Or: Katja Irvin Phone: 408.299.5765
California, 1,200 ft2. They must meet the standards of, and be Email: katja.irvin@pln.sccgov.org
Green Building Program,
Santa Clara verified as either Green Points/Build it Green or LEED Website: m
2008
County Homes. Those over 3000 ft2 must achieve 1 extra point http://www.sccassessor.org/portal/sit
per 100 ft2 if choosing the Green Point/ Build it Green e/planning/planningchp?path=/v7/Pla
path. In the Fall of 2009 the City will evaluate multi- nning,%20Office%20of%20(DEP)/Pl
family and non-residential requirements. ans%20%26%20Programs/Green%2
0Building
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Joe Fullerton, Green

Building and Environmental
Santa Cruz' program applies to both residential and
Specialist
commercial construction. It transitioned from voluntary to
Mailing Address: 809 Center Street,
mandatory in 2008. Commercial buildings must submit or
Room 206
LEED checklist showing a minimum number of points
California, Residential Green Santa Cruz, CA 95060
attained. Incentives are offered for voluntarily attaining m
Santa Cruz Building Program, 2008 Phone: 831.420.5124
additional points. Residential buildings must submit
Email: greenbuilding@ci.santa-
Green Points checklists showing a minimum number of
cruz.ca.us Website:
points attained, depending upon ft2. Incentives are
http://www.ci.santa-
offered for voluntarily attaining additional points.
cruz.ca.us/pl/building/green.html#bot
tom
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Plumbing Fixture Retrofit Regulations apply to all
properties receiving water from the Santa Cruz Water
Department, including homes and businesses in the City of
Santa Cruz, Live Oak, the City of Capitola, and parts of
unincorporated Santa Cruz County surrounding the City of
Santa Cruz. You can complete the retrofits of higher
Contact: Toby Goddard, Water
volume fixtures any time before the property is sold. You
Conservation Manager, Water
do not need to wait until you have an offer to purchase
Department, Mailing Address: 212
Time of Sale Plumbing your property. The regulation requires that the seller
California, Locust Street, Suite B, Santa Cruz,
Fixture Retrofit complete the retrofits before the property changes m
Santa Cruz ownership. California 95060 Phone:
Regulations
831.420.5230 Fax:
If the buyer and the seller agree, the seller can transfer the 831.420.5231 Email: wcm@ci.santa-
responsibility to retrofit to the buyer, in which case the cruz.ca.us
buyer agrees to complete all necessary retrofits within 90
days of the transfer of the property.
Plumbing fixtures should be manufactured to meet the

following standards for maximum flush volume and flow
rate:
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of Santa Monica has specific building code
requirements for all new construction and substantial
remodels. These requirements are in four different areas
(below). In addition to financial incentives for green
building, the city has passed an ordinance that will allow
expedited plan checks for LEED registered projects. Contact: Brenden McEneaney,
Energy and Green Building Programs
Energy Conservation: All projects must exceed Title 24 Advisor Phone: 310.458.8549
compliance by 10%. Prescriptive compliance options are Email:
California, Green Building Program, available as well.
brenden.mceneaney@smgov.net m
Santa Monica 2008
Website:
Green Building Materials: Select one material from 5 of http://www.smgov.net/Departments/
the 10 areas on the Green Building Materials list. This OSE/categories/content.aspx?id=458
material must be used for 50% of building square footage 5
or 100% of building fixtures.
Landscaping and Irrigation: All new construction projects

that incorporate landscape and irrigation work require
submittal of Landscape and Irrigation Plans for review
and approval by the City. All projects must conform to
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory program addresses essentially all new

Contact: Michael Whitaker, Chief
construction, and additions and alterations greater than
Building Official Phone:
50% of the original building. Residences and multi-family
707.543.3234 Email:
California, Green Building Code, units must document a Build it Green/Green Points Rating
MWhitaker@srcity.org Website: m
Santa Rosa 2004 of at least 50 points. Commercial projects must
http://ci.santa-
demonstrate 20 LEED credits. Applicants must
rosa.ca.us/departments/communityde
demonstrate a Title 24 compliance rate of 15% above
v/building/Pages/GreenBuilding.aspx
code.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of Sebastopol has adopted mandatory sustainable
building criteria based on the County of Sonoma Waste
Management Agency - Green Building Guidelines (Build
it Green/Green Points). The program is intended for: New
residential construction, new commercial construction,
and commercial remodels 1800 ft2 and larger. A total of a Contact: Glenn Schainblatt,
minimum 60 overall points in the rating system with 15 Building Official, Building and
points minimum in each of these categories: Indoor Air Safety Mailing Address: 7425
Quality, Energy Efficiency, and Resource Efficiency is Bodega Avenue
California,
Green Building Program required to receive a certification of occupancy. Sebastopol, CA 95472 Phone: m
Sebastopol
Residential remodels and alterations are not subject to the 707.823.8597 Email: sbd@sonic.net
Mandatory Requirements. These projects are encouraged Website:
to use the Home Remodeling Guidelines. Multifamily http://www.ci.sebastopol.ca.us/green
projects can be designed using the Alameda County Waste buildingprogram.shtml
Management Authority & Source Reduction And
Recycling Board Multifamily Green Building Guidelines.
Single use commercial buildings should use LEED or

equivalent guidelines.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City Council adopted the guidelines and checklists

from Build it Green and LEED as the city’s reference
Mailing Address: 635 S. HWY 101
documents for residential and commercial green building
Solana Beach, CA 92075 Phone:
standards, respectively. Applicants are offered incentives
California, Solana Beach Green 858.720.2400 Website:
for voluntary compliance with either program. The City b
Solano Beach Building Program http://www.ci.solana-
Council also adopted the USGBC’s LEED-Silver criteria
beach.ca.us/ContentPage.asp?Conten
as the required minimum standard for City projects or
tID=322
projects that receive funding from the City or the City’s
Redevelopment Agency.
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of Sonoma requires single and multi-family Contact: Wayne Wirick Jr.,
residences (greater than 500 ft2) to achieve 50 points in Development Services Director,
the Green Points/Build it Green rating system (20 points Building Official Phone: 707-933-
for unconditioned structures larger than 500 ft2). 2211 Email: m
Sonoma Ordinance, 2009
New/remodeled non-residential buildings larger than wwirick@sonomacity.org Website:
5,000 ft2 must achieve 20 LEED points (10 for only http://www.sonomacity.org/default.as
unconditioned structures). px?PageId=518
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Green Building Program of Sonoma County is

Mailing Address: Main Office
tentatively scheduled to become mandatory by the first of
2550 Ventura Ave. Santa Rosa, CA
2010. The County of Sonoma aims to create a program
California, 95403 Phone: 707.565.1900 Fax:
Green Building that is consistent with other green building programs
Sonoma 707.565.1103 Website: m
Ordinance, 2010 within the County, but that meets the County's own needs.
County http://www.sonoma-
Currently the program calls for 50 Green Point/Build it
county.org/PRMD/docs/grnbldg/prog
Green points for residential, and 20 LEED points for non-
ram.htm
residential.
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Stockton's ordinance requires municipal buildings 5,000-

10,000 ft2 achieve LEED Certification; buildings over Contact: Christine Tien
10,000 ft2 achieve LEED Silver; buildings smaller than City of Stockton Phone:
5,000 ft2 must aim for as many LEED design elements as 209.937.8212
Municipal Ordinance,
California, possible. All non-residential buildings over 5,000 ft2 must Email:
Redraft by Oct 2009 per m
Stockton achieve LEED Silver. Residential construction must christine.tien@ci.stockton.ca.us
court requirement.
achieve 50 pointse under the Green Point/Build it Green Website:
rating system. The ordinance has clause that requires an http://www.stocktongov.com/gogreen
evaluation every five years to make sure the program is in /
the top 25% of city green measures in the state.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: One-Stop Permit Center

Sunnyvale has created a three-phase program, to begin in City Hall,
2010 and fully implemented by 2013. Requirements for 456 W. Olive Avenue
building sizes varies according to the phase, reaching Phone: 408.730.7444
California,
Green Building, 2010 LEED Platinum or 100 Green Points/Build it Green at the Website: m
Sunnyvale
highest. Incentives for going above the phase http://sunnyvale.ca.gov/Departments/
requirements are C31typically floor-area ratio or density Community+Development/Planning+
bonuses, and extra height allowances. Division/Current+Projects+Planning/
Planning-Green+Buildings.htm
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Tiburon requires new residential buildings and additions

over 500 ft2 achieve a minimum of 60 points in the Build
it Green/Green Points rating system. All non-residential
Contact: Dean Bloomquist,
construction, from 3,000 to 19,999 ft2 must reach LEED
Building Official Phone:
Silver levels. Those 20,000 ft2 and above must achieve
California, Municipal Ordinance, 415.435.7380 E-Mail:
LEED Gold. All Town-sponsored buildings must achieve m
Tiburon 2008 dbloomquist@ci.tiburon.ca.us
LEED Gold. Buildings that achieve 100 points under the
Website:
Green Point/Build it Green system or achieve LEED
http://www.ci.tiburon.ca.us/index.asp
Platinum status get fast-tracked plan review, re-
embursement of Green Building Rater fees (up to $1,000),
a plaque from the Town and listing on the Town's website.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Ronald J. Calkins, P.E.,

Non-residential projects must comply with LEED, Director of Public Works, Public
residential multi-family (4+units) must comply with Works Customer Services Office
California, California Green Builder, and residential must be deemed Phone: 805.667.6500 Website:
Green Building
Ventura City to include green elements by the Ventura County Green http://www.cityofventura.net/GreenV m
Resolution, 2007
of Building Council. As part of comprehensive municipal entura Website:
plan, Ventura's municipal building retrofits must qualify http://venturacorporategames.org/file
for LEED EB and/or Energy Star Certification. s/fire/building_safety/resources/green
_building_policy.pdf
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory, locally developed checklist applies to all

new private construction. Within the point system are
mandatory points and a variety of options. Commercial Contact: Environmental Services
California,
development and multi-family over four units, must Phone: 323.848.6404 Website:
West Greenbuilding Points m
comply with 60 points, or be certified LEED. Floor area http://www.weho.org/download/inde
Hollywood
ratio, parking requirements and other incentives are x.cfm/fuseaction/download/cid/6022/
offered to those who exceed the standard. New municipal
buildings must be certified LEED.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This formerly voluntary program is now mandatory. It

Contact: Steve Pantazes, Building
applies to all new residential and commercial
Official Address: 9291 Old
construction. New residential construction, including
Redwood Hwy., Bldg. 400, P.O. Box
multi-family must document 50 points on the Green Point
100 Windsor, CA 95492-0100
California, Green Building Program, rating system. New commercial construction must show a
Phone: 707.838.5341 E-Mail: m
Windsor 2008 minimum of 20 points. For projects that have been
spantazes@townofwindsor.com
voluntarily submitted to USGBC or Build it Green/Green
Website: http://ca-
Points for a rating the same as, or higher than required by
windsor.civicplus.com/index.aspx?N
the city, the department may reduce the scope of the
ID=169
verification process and applicable fees as appropriate.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Senate Bill 51 requires any new or renovated building

whose total project cost includes 25% or more in state
funds to be designed and built to a high performance Contact: Angie Fyfe, Governor’s
green building standard. The new law requires the State Energy Office Phone: 303.866.2059
SENATE BILL 07-051, architect to select an independent third-party certification E-mail: angie.fyfe@state.co.us
Colorado m
2005 program, such as LEED. The project must achieve the Website:
highest level performance certification possible, which is http://www.colorado.gov/energy/inde
determined by calculating whether the increased initial x.php?/about/contact/
costs can be recouped from decreased operational costs
within 15 years.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Home size dictates the number of points and level of

energy efficiency required in this comprehensive program.
Draft code requires homes < 2,500 sf to comply with the Contact: Stephen Kanipe, Chief
Efficient Building 2006 IECC, have an 85 AFUE furnace and a 14 SEER AC Building Official Address:
Colorado,
Program, 2002 Update –or- have a HERS Index of 80 or less, while the category Planning and Zoning Depts - City m
Aspen
Underway of largest homes at > 8,001 sf must either have a HERS Hall, 130 S. Galena St., 3rd Floor,
Index of < 65 and a > 94 % AFUE furnace and > 17 Aspen, CO 81611
SEER AC.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of Boulder updated their established,

comprehensive, point based program. It is mandatory.
Contact: Sarah Van Pelt Address:
Home size determines the number of points needed to
Office of Environmental Affairs,
achieve each level of certification.
1300 Canyon Blvd, P.O. Box 791,
Colorado,
Residential Building Boulder, Colorado 80306 Phone:
Boulder City The city is working on fully integrating plan review and m
Guide 2009 303.441.4900 Website:
of inspection of program elements into the permitting and
http://www.bouldercolorado.gov
inspection process.
http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/files
/PDS/green_points/902.pdf
A commercial program is under development
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory program focuses on energy and water

efficiency as well as recycling and reuse of building Address: Land Use Department, PO
Colorado, materials. Level of compliance is tied to the square Box 471, Boulder, CO 80306
BuildSmart Program,
Boulder footage of the residence. Phone: 303-441-3930 Website: m
2008
County http://www.bouldercounty.org/lu/buil
A commercial program is under development dsmart/
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Doug Dotson, Community

Development Director Address:
The Carbondale Efficient Building Program applies to all
Town of Carbondale, 511 Colorado
new residential (single family, duplex, townhouse,
Ave.
accessory dwelling unit) construction. The program is a
Carbondale, CO 81623 Phone:
Colorado, Carbondale Efficient locally developed point based program - home size
970.963.2733 ext. 1213 E-Mail: m
Carbondale Building Program 2007 determines number of points needed. Permit applicants
dougd@carbondaleco.net Website:
may pay a cash fee in lieu of meeting some of the points
http://www.carbondalegov.org/index.
required (see Chapter 30.8 -Section 8.0). Cash in lieu
asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={36367
points are limited to 10% of the points required.
356-AD51-41A1-81FD-
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Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The index is a tool used to assess all planned unit

developments (PUD), PUD amendments, final plats,
Contact: Adam Palmer Address:
major special use permits, and zone changes. The points
Eagle County Community
based index addresses: Site and location, Connections
Development Dept., P.O. Box 179,
and uses, Transportation, and Resource efficiency. Each
500 Broadway, Eagle, Colorado
Colorado, Sustainable Community project must meet a pre-determined point threshold for
81631-0179 Phone: 970.328.8734 x
Eagle County Index approval. The SCI promotes mixed use, transit-oriented,
E-Mail:
new urbanist, form-based, pedestrian- and
adam.palmer@eaglecounty.us
environmentally-friendly, clustered, infill development,
Website:
and is a required finding for new development proposals
http://www.eaglecounty.us/
reviewed by the Board of County Commissioners.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Eagle County’s comprehensive, point based program is

mandatory. Home size determines the number of points Contact: Adam Palmer Address:
needed to achieve each level of certification. Eagle County Community
Development Dept., P.O. Box 179,
Plan review and inspection of program elements is fully 500 Broadway, Eagle, Colorado
Colorado,
EcoBuild Checklist integrated into the standard permitting and inspection 81631-0179 Phone: 970.328.8734 m
Eagle County
process. E-Mail:
adam.palmer@eaglecounty.us
Buildings exceeding minimum standards are eligible for Website:
rebates. http://www.eaglecounty.us/
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: City Clerk Address: City

Hall West, 300 LaPorte Ave., Fort
Colorado, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 Collins, CO 80521 Phone:
m
Fort Collines Standards, 2006 or larger must meet LEED Silver. 970.221.6515 Website:
http://www.fcgov.com/cityclerk/?dep
artments
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Steve Glueck, Planning &

Development Director Address:
Colorado, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2
1445 10th St, Golden, CO 80401 m
Golden Standards, 2008 or larger must meet LEED Silver.
Phone: 303.384.8097 E-Mail:
sglueck@cityofgolden.net
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The mandatory San Miguel County Energy Code and

Green Building Standard includes a prescriptive and
performance path for energy compliance. This code
applies to all new residential (single-family, multi-unit,
Contact: Gary Hodges, Building
and affordable housing) and commercial construction,
Official Address: Miramonte
including all additions/renovations. If a building is LEED
Colorado, Building, 333 W. Colorado Ave, 3rd
Prescriptive Energy Code Silver certified, or Built Green and achieves a HERS
San Miguel Floor, PO Box 2676, Telluride, CO
& Green Building rating equivalent to that required in the Green Building m
County/Moun 81435 Phone: 970.728.3923 E-
Standards Jan 2009 Standard for home size, or other equivalent green building
tain Village Mail:
code, then it will be exempt from both the Prescriptive
building@sanmiguelcounty.org
Energy Code and the Green Building Standard and will
Website:
receive expedited status through the permitting process.
http://www.sanmiguelcounty.org/dep
artments/building/index.html
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: Department of Planning &

Community Development, P.O. Box
775088, 124 10th Street, Steamboat
Springs, CO 80477
This locally developed points based system is based on
Colorado, Phone: 970.871.8258 Website:
Greenbuilding Program house size. Up to 3,000 ft2 a minimum of 90 points are
Steamboat http://steamboatsprings.net/departme v
2009 required, beyond that an additional 1 point for each 100
Springs nts/planning_department/contact_inf
ft2 is needed.
ormation Website:
http://steamboatsprings.net/sites/defa
ult/files/page/1333/GBP%20Booklet
%20adoption_draft_12_2.pdf
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Carly Wier, Executive

Director, High Country Conservation
The Colorado Summit County Sustainable Building
Center Address: PO Box 4506,
Resource Ordinance and Guide, 2008 Includes basic
Frisco, Colorado 80443, Frisco
prescriptive envelope compliance measures, which are the
Colorado, Community Center - 110 3rd Ave,
Sustainable Building same as those in the 2006 IECC plus an 87-88% AFUE
Summit corner of 3rd and Granite, Frisco, m
Code, 2008 furnace, 0.63 EF gas water heaters and 0.93 for electric.
County Colorado Phone: 970.668.5703
In addition, square footage dictates the number of points
Website:
that must be obtained, allowing for trade-offs among
http//www.highcountryconservation.
different measures.
org
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This comprehensive, point-based program applies to all Contact: Sam Samuelson, Town of
residential new construction, additions and remodels. Telluride Building Official Phone:
Colorado, The code is broken down into four catagories: energy 970.728.2143 Website:
Green Building Code m
Telluride efficiency, indoor air quality, materials, and resource http://www.telluride-
conservation. The Code does not apply to commercial co.gov/Modules/ShowDocument.asp
construction at this time. x?documentid=616
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The provision applies to buildings constructed after

January 1, 2009, that are projected to cost at least $5
Contact: Daniel Tierney Address:
million, and building renovation projects started after
Connecticut Department of Public
January 1, 2010, that are projected to cost at least $2
Safety Bureau of State Building
million. Building projects which meet this criteria must
Inspector, 1111 Country Club Road,
achieve a LEED silver rating from, a two-globe rating in
Building Energy and P.O. Box 2794,
Connecticut the Green Globes USA design program, or an equivalent m
Green Code, 2007 Middletown, CT 06457-9294
standard. However, an exemption is generally granted for
a building if the Institute for Sustainable Energy finds, in a
http://www.ct.gov/dps/cwp/view.asp?
written analysis, that the cost of compliance significantly
a=2148&Q=294226&dpsNav_GID=
outweighs the benefits. CHPS-NE is an alternative to
1665&dpsNav=|
meeting state-mandated energy efficiency and
sustainability goals.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Public Act No. 06-187, enacted in 2006, required the

Connecticut Office of Policy and Management to adopt
building construction regulations for state facilities. The
construction standards must be consistent with or exceed Contact: John Ruckes Address:
LEED Silver rating for new commercial construction and Connecticut Office of Policy and
major renovation projects, or an equivalent standard, Management, 450 Capitol Avenue,
State Building Energy
Connecticut including a two-globe rating under the Green Globes USA MS 52ENR, Hartford, CT 06106 m
Policy, 2006
design program. The program includes: New Phone: 860.418.6384
construction of a facility that is projected to cost $5 E-Mail: john.ruckes@ct.gov
million or more, of which $2 million or more is state Website: http://www.ct.gov/opm
funding, Renovation of a public school facility that is
projected to cost $2 million or more, of which $2 million
or more is state funding.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Amy Siebert,

New municipal buildings or major renovations must meet
Commissioner of Public Works:
Connecticut, Municipal Building LEED Silver or an equivalent standard, including, but not
Phone: 203.618.3001 Website: m
Greenwich Standards, 2009 limited to, a two globe rating in the Green Globes USA
http://www.greenwichct.org/PublicW
design program..
orks/PublicWorks.asp
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Robert Stein, Director of

Planning & Zoning Address: 888
Washington Boulevard, Stamford,
Connecticut, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2
CT 06901 Phone: 203.977.4076 m
Stamford Standard, 2007 or larger must attain LEED silver certification.
Website:
http://www.cityofstamford.org/conte
nt/25/50/105109/107752.aspx
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The FGBC checklist is designed as a state wide tool. The

Contact: Florida Green Building
point based rating system has been adopted by several
Florida Green Building Coalition Address: 3389 Plowshare
jurisdictions, each with their own parameters. The FGBC
Coalition Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309-9755
Green Home Standards indicate the criteria by which a
Florida Green Home Designation Phone: 850.894.3422 E-mail: v
Florida home, new or existing, can be designated green.
Standard, VERSION 6.0 cooksb@nettally.com Website:
Certifying Agents can guide designers, builders or
2009 http://www.floridagreenbuilding.org/
homebuyers through the process of qualifying and
db/?q=node/5363
documenting green homes.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
All new construction and renovation of State buildings

must follow the guidelines of LEED or other green
Contact: Florida Energy & Climate
building rating systems, including Green Globes and the
Commission, Executive Office of the
Florida Green Building Coalition standards. The bill
Governor Address: 600 South
requires the same of the following public entities in the
Calhoun Street, Suite 251,
Florida HB7135, 2008 State of Florida entering design after July 1, 2008: m
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1300,
counties, municipalities, school districts, water
Phone: 850.487.3800 Fax:
management districts, state universities, community
850.922.9701 E-mail:
colleges, and Florida state courts. The bill further requires
Energy@eog.myflorida.com
that all new leases of state-occupied office space must
meet Energy Star.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: Broward County

Administration Office, 115 S.
Florida, Broward County Commission adopted a Green Building Andrews Avenue, Room 409
Green Building Policy,
Broward Policy requiring all new County-owned and operated Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Phone: m
2008
County buildings to be LEED Certified. 954.357.7000 Website:
http://www.broward.org/administrato
r/welcome.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Charlotte County Board of Commissioners adopted a
Green Building Ordinance establishing a Green Building
Program. New residential projects and residential
renovation projects that are certified under the LEED for
Homes Rating System and new commercial projects,
commercial renovation projects that are certified under the
Contact: Building Construction
appropriate LEED Rating System, and land developments
Services Main Office Address:
that are certified under the LEED for Neighborhood
Charlotte County Administrative
Florida, Development Rating System, are all eligible to participate
Green Building Program, Complex, 18400 Murdock Circle,
Charlotte in this program. All program participants are eligible for v
2009 Port Charlotte, FL 33948 Phone:
County fast-track permitting and will be included in a marketing
941.743.1201
program to promote green building in Charlotte County.
Fax: 941.743.1213 Email:
The County Board may adopt at a later date a resolution
bcs@charlottefl.com
providing monetary incentives for green building if
County funds allow. Also, once the County
Comprehensive Plan is adopted, the County Board will
consider offering additional incentives including density
bonuses for projects that are certified at LEED Silver and
higher.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: General Building Division

DeLand offers reduced permitting fees, expedited plan City Hall, 120 South Florida Avenue,
Florida, Green Building review at no charge if certified by LEED or FGBC. DeLand, Florida 32720. Phone:
v
DeLand Incentives, 2008 DeLand also will reduce water/sewer impact fees by 15% 386.626.7007 Website:
if residential structures are compliant with WaterStar. http://www.deland.org/commdev/buil
d_div.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory program requires all new and remodeled

residential buildings to follow the guidelines of LEED for Contact: Cy Butts,
Homes or the current Green Home Designation Standard Building Official and Director of
of the Florida Green Building Council. It also requires all Building and Zoning Services
new and renovated municipal and institutional buildings to Address: 2345 Providence Blvd
Florida, Green Building
follow the guidelines of LEED for New Construction or Deltona, Fl 32725 Phone: b
Deltona Ordinance, 2009
the current Green Commercial Designation Standard of 386.878.8100 Website:
the Florida Green Building Council. Projects that register http://www.deltonafl.gov/go/deltona-
intent to complete certification with either standard are sections/departments/building-and-
eligible for expedited permitting and reduced permitting zoning
fees.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Building Inspection

Department Phone: 352.334.5050 E-
For residential plans submitted with a FGBC checklist,
Mail: bldg@cityofgainesville.org
Gainesville will reduce the permit fees by 25% (for single
Florida, Gainesville Green Website:
family homes), pay the fast track processing fee, and v
Gainesville Building Program, 2002 http://www.cityofgainesville.org/GO
provide a sign to put up during construction and a plaque
VERNMENT/CityDepartmentsAM/
afterwards.
BuildingInspectionDepartment/Green
Building/tabid/241/Default.aspx
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Doug Murdock Address:

Planning and Development Services,
P.O. Box 490, Station 09, 32602-
The county is providing a fast-track building permit
0490 Email:
incentive and a 50% reduction in the cost of building
Florida, bldg@cityofgainesville.org
Gainesville Green permit fees for LEED and FGBC certified projects. New b
Gainesville Website:
Building Program municipal buildings or major renovations must meet
http://www.cityofgainesville.org/GO
LEED certified.
VERNMENT/CityDepartmentsAM/
BuildingInspectionDepartment/Green
Building/tabid/241/Default.aspx
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Paula Harvey, AICP,

Divison Director Address:
Expedited permitting is offered to home builders with a
Planning and Zoning Division, 601
Florida, Residential Green Home completed scorecard from either the LEED for Homes
East Kennedy Blvd., 20th Floor, P.O.
Hillsborough Policy, Development program or the FGSC. Scorecards must be supplied by a v
Box 1110, Tampa, Florida 33601-
County Review Procedures, 2007 LEED for Homes provider or a qualified, third party green
1110 Phone: 813.276.8351
home certifier.
Website:
http://hillsboroughcounty.org/pgm/
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Thomas H. Goldsbury,

P.E., C.B.O., LEED AP, Chief of
Jacksonville's Sustainable Building Ordinance requires all Building Inspection Division
new, and more than 50% renovated, City owned buildings Address: Room 225 - Ed Ball
Florida, Sustainable Building be rated by a sustainable building certifier. Private Building, 214 N. Hogan Street,
b
Jacksonville Ordinance 2009 participation in the program is voluntary and incentive- Jacksonville, FL 32202 Phone:
based. Programs recognized are LEED, FGBC, and Green (904) 255-8505 E-mail:
Globes, but may be expanded to other similar programs. tomg@coj.net Website:
http://www.coj.net/Mayor/Headlines/
04222009+SustainableBuildings.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The County's ordinance mandates that county facilities be Address: Lake County BCC, 315
constructed to, or remodeled to - Green Standards of the West Main St., P.O. Box 7800,
Florida, Lake Green Building
Florida Green Building Coalition, LEED, or Green Tavares, Florida 32778 Website: b
County Ordinance, 2008
Globes. Incentives are provided for all private applicants http://www.lakecountyfl.gov/green_t
that voluntarily attain those standards. eam/green_building_program.aspx
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: Miami-Dade Permitting

and Inspection Center Address:
11805 SW 26 Street (Coral Way),
Sustainable Development New County owned/managed construction projects must
Florida, Miami, FL 33175-2474 Phone:
Building Measures for obtain LEED silver certification and
Miami-Dade 786.315.2000 E-Mail: m
County Buildings, 2005, remodeling/renovation projects must obtain basic LEED
County bldgdept@miamidade.gov
2007 certification.
Web Site:
http://www.miamidade.gov/buildingc
ode/greenbuilding.asp
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: Miami-Dade Permitting

and Inspection Center Address:
Increased Energy Performance: Energy performance must
11805 SW 26 Street (Coral Way),
be increased by 15% above that required in the 2004
Florida, Miami, FL 33175-2474 Phone:
edition of the Building Code, effective with the
Miami-Dade Building Code, 2008 786.315.2000 E-Mail: m
implementation of the 2007 edition of the Florida
County bldgdept@miamidade.gov
Building Code on December 31, 2008. Additional
Web Site:
benchmarks are identified in the FL State Building Code.
http://www.miamidade.gov/buildingc
ode/greenbuilding.asp
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Bruce E. Kennedy, P. E.,

Applying to all single and two-family residences, Pasco Assistant County Administrator
County's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance requires Address: Public Works/Utilities
Water Efficient the use of environmentally sustainable principles, Bldg. Suite 213, 7530 Little Road,
Florida,
Landscape Ordinance, New Port Richey, FL 34654 Phone: m
Pasco County
2002 low maintenance plant species in landscaping. A 727.847.8145 Email:
maximum of 50% of plants (excluding trees) may be Bkennedy@pascountyfl.net
nondrought tolerant. http://www.pascocountyfl.net/devser/
sd/dr/ldc/l603.pdf
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Sanibel requires that all new vegetation planted in new or

Contact: James Evans, Sanibel
redevelopment be, by count, no less than 75% native
Environmental Planner Phone:
Florida, Vegetation Standard, species. The remaining vegetation must be non-
239.472.3700 Website: m
Sanibel 2004 competing. Certain zones of the island must be 100%
http://www.mysanibel.com/Departme
native vegetation.
nts/Natural-Resources
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Paul Radauskas, County

Sarasota County adopted a modified version of Building Chief Phone: 941-861-
Florida, Gainesville's Green Building Program. Sarasota County 6637 E-Mail:
Priority Permitting
Sarasota discontinued their refund, but the priority permitting and pradauskas@scgov.net Website: v
Program, 2005
County priority inspections are still incentives. Voluntary LEED https://building.scgov.net/OSG/Saras
or FGBC are incentivized. ota/Green%20Building/GreenBuildin
g.htm
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Nina Powers, Energy and

Green Facilities Specialist Phone:
Applying to new construction and remodeling, the Water 941-861-5651
Florida, Water Efficient
Efficient Landscape Ordinance limits grass and flower E-Mail: npowers@scgov.net
Sarasota Landscape Ordinance, m
area to less than 50% of total irrigation area. Low-volume Website:
County 2005
irrigation is required for plant beds. http://www.scgov.net/Environmental
Services/Water/Conservation/Outdoo
rConservation.asp
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Thomas R.P. Snelling, Green Officer

306 E. Jackson St., 2nd Floor North
Municipal buildings new and renovated 5000 ft2+ LEED Tampa FL 33602
Silver. All commercial 5000 ft2+ required to comply with (813) 274-8577 email from:
Florida, Tampa Green Fast Track
3rd party rating system - LEED or FGBC. Other systems http://www.tampagov.net/appl_custo b
Tampa Program, 2008
evaluated on case-by-case basis. Grants are available to mer_service_center/form.asp?strServ
help with permitting costs. iceID=679
http://www.tampagov.net/dept_green
_tampa/information_resources/
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Dick Field, Environmental

Coordinator Address: Office
Location, 1865 W. Broad Street
Georgia, All municipal new construction and major renovation shall
Suite D Mailing Address
Athens- be built to LEED certification levels. USGBC registration
Municipal Building Policy P.O. Box 1868, Athens, GA 30603 m
Clarke is not required and the county has procedures for
Phone: 706-613-3530 x 245
County prioritizing credits.
Website:
http://www.athensclarkecounty.com/c
entralservices/index.html
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Mandy Schmitt, Director

City-funded projects over 5,000 ft2 or costing $2 million of Sustainability, City of Atlanta
Georgia, must meet a LEED Silver certified level. Projects exempt Address: 55 Trinity Avenue,
m
Atlanta from this policy are required to complete a LEED Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Phone:
checklist to assess any sustainable design techniques. 404.865.8965 E-Mail:
mschmitt@atlantaga.go
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Dan Schultz, AICP

The Chamblee City Council adopted a policy amending
Director Address: City of
City Code of Ordinances requiring all future public
Chamblee, Development
Georgia, LEED Certification construction of any size to earn LEED Certified or one
Department, 5468 Peachtree Road, m
Chamblee Ordinance, 2008 Green Globe. The policy also requires that all new
Chamblee, Ga. 30341 Phone:
commercial construction of 20,000 sq ft or greater earn
770.986.5010
LEED Certified certification or one Green Globe.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Gregori S. Anderson,

Director Address: 1117
Eisenhower Drive, Savannah,
Georgia 31406 Phone: 912.201-
Georgia, Chatham County has designated an enterprise zone, in 4300 E-Mail:
Chatham Enterprise Zone which LEED Gold buildings would be eligible for an gsanderson@chathamcounty.org v
County exemption from state and county ad valorem taxes. Website:
http://www.naco.org/cffiles/ggi/green
_counties/documents/Chatham%20C
ounty%20GA%20Green%20Buildin
g%20Ordinance.pdf
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Conyers City requires all new residential or municipal

Contact: Steven Owens, Chief
buildings with over 5,000 sq ft of occupied space to
Georgia, Municipal Building Building Inspector, City of Conyers
achieve LEED certification or be EarthCraft House m
Conyers Standards, 2008 E-Mail:
certified.
steve.owens@conyersga.com
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: City and County of

Honolulu, Frank F. Fasi Municipal
Hawaii, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 Building, Department of Planning
m
Honolulu Standards, 2006 or larger must meet LEED Silver. & Permitting, 650 So. King St,
Honolulu, HI 96813
E-mail: info@honoluludpp.org
Under Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) §46-19.6 each

county agency that issues building, construction, or
Contact: Maurice H. Kaya, Division
development-related permits was directed to establish a
Manager State Agency/Office Head:
procedure for priority processing of permit applications
Green Building Incentive, Energy, Resources and Technology
Hawaii, State for construction projects incorporating energy and v x
2006 (ERT) Program Administrator
environmental design building standards. LEED Silver,
Phone: 808.587.3812 E-Mail:
two Green Globes, or comparable state-approved,
mteaga@dbedt.hawaii.gov
nationally-recognized, and consensus-based system
qualifies for expedited building permitting.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Hawaii Built Green® Program includes a self-
Contact: Karen Iwamoto, Building
certification checklist for new single and multi-family
Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA
home construction. Builders complete a checklist with
Hawaii) Phone: 808.847.4666 ext
Hawaii, State Hawaii Built Green, 2006 over 200 Built Green® Action Items to choose from. v x
202 Website:
Depending on the type of project and specific items
http://biahawaii.org/displaycommon.
included, construction projects will be awarded up to a 5-
cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=48
star rating.
Address: Information Specialist,
Idaho Office of Energy Resources,
A building project constructed by or renovated by a state 322 E Front St., PO Box 83720,
agency or for occupancy or use by a state agency that Boise, ID 83720-0098
Energy Efficient State
Idaho is larger than 5,000 gross ft2 of occupied or conditioned Phone: 208.287-4800 E-Mail: m
Building Act, 2008
space, must be 10-30% more energy efficient than similar energyspecialist@oer.idaho.gov
buildings on similar sites. Website:
http://www.energy.idaho.gov
http://www3.state.id.us/oasis/2008/H
0422.html#engr
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Address: Paul Mann Building 221 E.

The City offers local contractors and owner/builders the 2nd Street P.O. Box 9203 Moscow,
Idaho, option of certifying their residential projects as “green”. Idaho 83843 Phone: 208.883.7022
Green Building Program v x
Moscow NAHB Green Building Guidelines and LEED for Homes Fax: 208.883.7033 Website:
are certification options. http://www.moscow.id.us/CommDev/
GreenBuilding.asp
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The Illinois State Senate amended the School
Construction Law (Public Act #95-0416 ) with the Contact: Lisa Mattingly, P.E., State
governor’s approval, directing the Capital Development of Illinois Capital Development
School Construction Law, Board to only issue grants to school projects with LEED Board Phone: 217.524.6408 E-mail:
Illinois m
2007 for Schools or comparable rating system certification, or lisa.mattingly@illinois.gov Website:
to projects that meet the standards set forth by the Capital http://www.cdb.state.il.us/default.sht
Development Board’s Green Building Advisory ml
Committee.
Illinois is the first state to create incentives for LEED for
Contact: Lisa Mattingly, P.E., State
Neighborhood Development. This Act directs the
of Illinois Capital Development
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity the
The Green Neighborhood Board Phone: 217.524.6408 E-mail:
Illinois to fund up to 1.5% of total development costs for up to m
Grant Act, 2007 lisa.mattingly@illinois.gov Website:
three (3) applicable neighborhoods per year, funds
http://www.cdb.state.il.us/default.sht
permitting. Applicable neighborhood developments will
ml
have achieved LEED-ND certification.
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Contact: Gerard Pascazio, AIA, City

of Chicago Address: Department of
Buildings 121 N. Clark St. Rm. 906
Buildings can receive expedited permitting and fee Chicago, IL 60602 Phone:
Illinois, waiving depending on innovation and number of "green" 312.744.6575 Email:
Green Permit Program v
Chicago building elements incorporated (three "Benefit Tiers"). gpascazio@cityofchicago.org
LEED NC, Chicago Green Homes for residential. Website:
http://www.cityofchicago.org/buildin
gs
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Name,
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Description
Information
Contact: Gerard Pascazio, AIA, City

of Chicago Address: Department of
Buildings 121 N. Clark St. Rm. 906
The City provides education and technical assistance,
Chicago, IL 60602 Phone:
encouraging single and multi-family homes be constructed
Illinois, Chicago Green Homes, 312.744.6575 Email:
using the City's checklists. The points based program v
Chicago 2009 gpascazio@cityofchicago.org
provides a broad selection of options across seven
Website:
categories.
http://www.cityofchicago.org/buildin
gs
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Description
Information
Contact: Kate Johnson, Government

Affairs Communications
Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis promotes
Coordinator, Builders Association of
Indiana, both the NAHB guidelines and the ICC/NAHB standard.
Indy Green Build Greater Indianapolis Phone: v x
Indianapolis They provide education, and assist in coordinating with
317.236.6330 Fax: 317.236.6340
verifiers.
Email: katej@bagi.com Website:
http://bagi.com/
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Contact: Ray Hammarlund, Kansas
Corporation Commission Energy
Office Address: 1300 SW
Upon sale of new home, the builder or owner must Arrowhead Road, Suite 100 Topeka,
disclose the energy efficiency to the buyer. Homes are KS 66604-4027 Phone:
Kansas Energy Disclosure, 2007 785.271.3179 Fax: 785.271.3268 m
built under 2006 IECC code. Additional information can
be found at: http://bcap-energy.org/node/69 Email: r.hammarlund@kcc.ks.gov
Website:
http://www.kcc.state.ks.us/energy/ind
ex.htm
Contact: Bob Dixson, Mayor, Steve

Hewitt, City Administrator Address:
City Hall 239 S. Main Greensburg,
Kansas, Public Building Energy Municipal Buildings must meet LEED Platinum level. KS 67054 Phone: 620.723.2751
m
Greensburg Standard, 2007 Passed in aftermath of tornado that destroyed 95% of city. Email: asstadmin@greensburgks.org
Website:
http://www.greensburgks.org/
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Contact: Paul Kaplan
Office of the Secretary of Finance
Address: Room 383
Started in 2005, expanded in 2008 and 2009. Now Capitol Annex
requires all projects with 50% or greater funding from Frankfort, KY 40601
Public Building Energy Phone: 502.564.4240
Kentucky state to "meet high performance building standards". m
Standard, 2009
LEED required for all new buildings, level of certification Email: paul.kaplan@ky.gov
depends on budget. Website:
http://finance.ky.gov/ourcabinet/cabo
ff/oos/
http://www.lrc.ky.gov/kar/200/006/0
70reg.htm
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Description
Information
Contact:Department of Housing,
Buildings and Construction
Address:101 Sea Hero Road
Green Build Kentucky, Based on ICC/NAHB Green Building Standards and Suite 100
Kentucky v x
2008 Energy Star. Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502.573.0373
Fax: 502.573.1059
Email: george.mann@ky.gov
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Each major facility project must be designed, constructed, Contact: Bill Morrison
and certified to exceed the requirements of the state Office of Facility Planning and
energy code by at least thirty percent. Such improvements Control
must also prove to be cost effective based on a life cycle Address: 1201 North Third Street
cost analysis with a payback of no more than thirty years. 7th Floor, Clairborne Building
Public Building Energy Until December 31, 2008, this requirement applied to all
Louisiana Baton Rouge, LA 70804 m
Standard, 2007 new projects larger than 20,000 gross square feet. Phone: 225.342.0855
Email: bill.morrison@la.gov
Size requirements for future projects required to meet the Website:
standard are applied as follows: http://www.doa.louisiana.gov/fpc/fpc
.htm
* From January 1, 2009 through December 31, 2009 --
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All new construction and major renovation projects to be

owned, occupied, or funded in whole or in part by the City
of Bangor that are 5,000 ft2 in floor area or greater shall
be certified to the USGBC's LEED Standards at the most
appropriate level. For purposes of this policy, any Contact: Wendy Warren, City
Maine, Green Building Policy, renovation project estimated to cost twenty-five percent or Environmental Coordinator Phone:
m
Bangor 2007 more of the current value of the structure to be renovated 207.992.4255 Email:
shall constitute a major renovation project. wendy.warren@bangormaine.gov
Those less than 5,000 square feet will meet the Maine
State Housing Authority Green Building Standards.
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Description
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The City offers a density bonus of an additional market-
Contact: Anne Krieg, Planning
rate dwelling unit for construction projects in which all
Director Address: 93 Cottage Street,
Maine, Bar dwelling units meet LEED standards. This bonus applies
Density Bonuses Bar Harbor, ME 04609 v
Harbor to projects within a Planned Unit Development and
Phone: 207.288.3329 Email:
compliance is determined by either application or by
planner@barharbormaine.gov
affidavit for adherence during construction.
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Bill Needelman Address:

All new construction and renovation municipal projects 389 Congress St
over 5,000 ft2 and costing more than $250,000 and all Portland Maine 0410 1 Email:
Maine, City Council Resolution,
new construction and renovation projects funded by the wbn@portlandmaine.gov Website: m
Portland 2009
City over 10,000 ft2 that cost more than $250,000 must http://www.portlandmaine.gov/sustai
achieve LEED Silver certification. nableportland/sustainableenvironmen
t.asp
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Contact: Public Information Officer -
MEA Maryland Energy
Administration Address: 1623
Superseded by legislation, but still technically part of Forest Drive, Suite 300 Annapolis,
Public Building Energy
Maryland State Law. Final reduction goal of 10% below 2005 MD 21403 Phone: (800) 723-6374 m
Standard, 2006
energy use for State buildings. Phone: (410) 260-7655 Email:
meainfo@energy.state.md.us
Website:
http://www.energy.state.md.us/
The ordinance applies to private and public construction.
All public construction must earn LEED Silver
certification beginning January 2009. Contact: Michael D. Mallinoff,
Director Phone: 410.263.7946
Commercial and mixed-use buildings of 7,500 ft2 or Email: MDMallinoff@annapolis.gov
greater must earn LEED Certified; five or more single- Website:
Maryland, Green Building
family homes on one lot or any one home in excess of http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/info.a m
Annapolis Ordinance, 2008
3,250 ft2 must earn LEED-Certified level. The policy sp?page=1323 Website:
allows for projects to register and certify under the http://www.ci.annapolis.md.us/uploa
appropriate LEED Rating System or an energy and d/images/government/council/Adopte
environmental design standard deemed equivalent by the d/O5607.pdf
Director of the Department of Neighborhood and
Environmental Programs.
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The City will release the Baltimore City Green Building Contact: Department of Planning
standards by the end of the 2009 calendar year. According Thomas J. Stosur, Director
to 2007 legislation, by July 1, 2008: City buildings Address: 417 E. Fayette Street 8th
applying for a building permit after this date must be Floor Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone:
equivalent to the LEED Certified level. By January 1, 410.396.7526xPLAN Website:
Maryland, Baltimore City Green
2009: City-subsidized buildings applying for a building http://www.baltimorecity.gov/govern m
Baltimore Building Law, 2007
permit after this date must be equivalent to the LEED ment/planning/sustainability/downloa
Certified level. July 1, 2009: All buildings (City-owned, ds/1108/111308_Sustainability_FAQ
City-subsidized, and private) applying for a building .pdf Website:
permit after this date must be equivalent to a LEED Silver http://legistar.baltimorecitycouncil.co
level. Registration with USGBC is not required. m/detailreport/?key=3289
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Year
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Description
Information
Contact: Elizabeth S. Glenn, Chief
Community Planning and
Baltimore County's Office of Community Conservation Development
(OCC) requires all new residential (single and multi- Email:
family) and significant remodel projects ("gut-rehab") to eglenn@baltimorecountymd.gov
meet Energy Star requirements. For affordable housing Contact: Office of Community
Maryland, (single and multi-family), Baltimore County OCC Conservation Address: Drumcastle
Baltimore recommends new buildings attain no less than the Center 6401 York Road, 2nd Floor m
2008
County appropriate LEED Silver level designation. For remodels, Baltimore, Maryland 21212 Phone:
the OCC provides a checklist designed to highlight some 410.887.2908 Fax: 410.823.8547 E-
important aspects of sustainable and advanced building mail: occ@baltimorecountymd.gov
practices (such as construction waste recycling, water Website:
efficient practices, indoor air quality measures, etc.). http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/
Agencies/community/greenbuilding/i
ndex.html
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Description
Information
The Green Building Tax Credit, which provides a 25% tax

credit for new buildings that achieve LEED Silver
certification or equivalent, a 50% tax credit for new
buildings that achieve LEED Gold certification or
Maryland, Green Building Tax
equivalent, and a 75% tax credit for new buildings that Phone: 410.386.2674 v
Carroll Credit, 2009
achieve LEED Platinum certification or equivalent for a
period of 5 consecutive years. This tax credit only applies
to property that is principally used for business,
commercial, or industrial purposes.
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Description
Information
For structures 10,000 ft2 to 99,999 ft2 LEED Certified is
required. Those 100,000 ft2+, LEED Silver. This
Phone: 301.258.6310 Fax:
ordinance applies to all commercial, high-rise residential,
301.948.6149 Email:
and multi-family ("general four story") structures. Other
Commercial and Multi- eshingara@gaithersburgmd.gov
Maryland, multi-family structures fall under the Residential Green
Family High Rise Green Website: m
Gaithersburg Building Ordinance of 2007 (see below). The Commercial
Building Ordinance, 2008 http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/d
and Multi-family High Rise Green Building Ordinance
efault.asp?POI_ID=793&TOC=107;
requires all buildings from 10,000 ft2 to 99,999 ft2
81;388;585;793;
achieve the LEED Certified level. Buildings 100,000 ft2
and above must attain LEED Silver certification.
The Residential Green Building Ordinance includes:

energy performance, indoor air quality, waste reduction
Phone: 301.258.6310 Fax:
and recycling, and homeowner education. The energy
301.948.6149 Email:
section is based on the Energy Star National Builder
eshingara@gaithersburgmd.gov
Maryland, Residential Green Option Package; the indoor air quality portion is based on
Website: m
Gaithersburg Building Ordinance, 2007 the Energy Star Indoor Air Package Specifications and
http://www.gaithersburgmd.gov/poi/d
Green Communities criteria. The waste reduction goal is
efault.asp?POI_ID=793&TOC=107;
to divert a minimum of 50% (by weight) from the landfill
81;388;585;793;
site. Builders are required to provide the homeowner
manual.
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Howard County has two tax credit programs for business
buildings. First tax credit: "High Performance Buildings"
defined as LEED Silver and above or equivalent. These
credits depend on the LEED category and are as follows:
Contact: Howard County, Maryland
Core and Shell (CS) and New Construction (NC) projects
Director of Finance Address: 3430
receive the credit for five yearson the scale: LEED Silver:
Court House Drive - 2nd Floor
Maryland, 25%, Gold: 50%, Platinum: 75%. LEED Existing
Property Tax Credits, Ellicott City, MD 21043 Phone:
Howard Buildings (EB) receive these credits for three years: v
2008 (410) 313-3196 Website:
County LEED Silver: 10%, Gold: 25%, and Platinum: 50%.
http://www.howardcountymd.gov/D
Buildings that do not qualify for this tax credit may be
OF/DOF_RealPropertyTaxInformati
eligible for the Green Building Tax Credit: a percentage
on.htm
of costs to install an energy conservation device on an
existing in a LEED certified building for three years. This
scale is: LEED Certification: 14%, Silver: 16%, Gold:
18%, Platinum: 20%.
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Name,
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Description
Information
Contact: Department of Permitting

Services Phone:
County-built or funded non-residential buildings must 240.777.6300 Email:
Maryland,
Green Building achieve a LEED Silver rating, private non-residential or dps@montgomerycountymd.gov
Montgomery m
Legislation, 2006 multi-family residential buildings must be LEED Certified Website:
County
. http://permittingservices.montgomery
countymd.gov/dpstmpl.asp?url=/Mai
n.asp
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Description
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Contact: Property Tax Information -
Montgomery County provides a 10% to 75% exemption Montgomery County
from property taxes on building for 3-5 years, varying by Department of Finance
building type and building rating. The tax credit generally Address: Division of Treasury
uses the LEED rating system as a metric for determining 255 Rockville Pike, Suite L-15
Maryland, Property Tax Exemption
how "green" a building is; buildings that achieve Rockville, MD 20850
Montgomery for High Performance v
comparable ratings under other green building standards Phone: 240.777.8931
County Buildings, 2008
are also eligible for the tax credit. Tax credits are Website:
available for buildings that achieve minimum ratings http://www.montgomerycountymd.go
under the LEED New Construction (NC); Core and Shell v/govtmpl.asp?url=/content/finance/i
(CS); and Existing Building (EB). ndex.asp
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Description
Information
Maryland provides a tax credit for the construction of
green building. The credit is worth up to 8% of the total
cost of the building. Buildings must be located in a
priority funding area and be at least 20,000 ft2.
Phone: 410.260.7655 Email:
Maryland, Green Building Tax meainfo@energy.state.md.us
Green Building Criteria: The tax credit is uses LEED 2.0, v
State Credit, 2001 Website:
LEED 2.1, LEED-EB, LEED-CS and LEED-CI as
http://energy.maryland.gov/incentive
standards for determining a green building. As additional
s/business/greenbuilding/index.asp
standards are established MEA will adopt them for use
with the tax. August 2009 - Funding source for rebates
has been depleted for this year.
All new public construction and major renovations larger Maryland Energy Administration
than 7,500 ft2 must achieve the LEED Silver level or two Address: 1623 Forest Drive, Suite
Maryland, High Performance
Green Globes. Between 2009 and 2014 the State must pay 300 m
State Building Act, 2008
for half the additional cost required for public schools to Annapolis, MD 21403
meet this standard. Phone: 800.723.6374
Phone: 410.260.7655
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The State Buildings Energy Efficiency and Conservation
Act requires all state agencies reduce their energy
Maryland Energy Administration
consumption 5% by 2009 and 10% by 2010. The
Address: 1623 Forest Drive, Suite
Department of General Services (DGS), in cooperation
300
with MEA, set energy performance indices for each
Annapolis, MD 21403
agency. Each State agency must conduct gas and electric
Phone: 800.723.6374
Maryland, Public Building Energy analyses. The Act also requires state agencies to submit
Phone: 410.260.7655 m
State Standard, 2006 an Energy Conservation Plan to MEA by July 1, 2008,
Email: meainfo@energy.state.md.us
with Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) to achieve the
Website:
reduction goals. ECMs cited in the bill include energy
http://www.energy.state.md.us/
performance contracting, energy efficient lighting
Website:
retrofits, water conservation devices, weatherization,
http://www.energy.state.md.us/incent
efficient heating and cooling devices, and employee
ives/state-local/
training.
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Description
Information
Maryland's Life Cycle Cost Analysis Standards were
established in 1990 requiring the DGS to include an Contact: Public Information Officer -
evaluation of the use of renewable energy systems Maryland Energy Administration
(including active and passive solar and wind systems) and Address: 1623 Forest Drive, Suite
energy efficient strategies (including the effect of 300
Maryland, Life Cycle Cost Analysis insulation, the amount and type of glass, and direction of Annapolis, MD 21403
exposure) in creating standards for determining a m
State Standards, 1990 Phone: 800.723.6374
building's life-cycle costs. Additionally, in determining Phone: 410.260.7655
life-cycle costs, an energy consumption analysis is Email: meainfo@energy.state.md.us
required for each major piece of equipment in the Website:
building’s chief energy-consuming systems (including http://www.energy.state.md.us
cooling, heating, hot water, lighting and ventilation
systems).
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The Massachusetts Leading by Example program oversees
and coordinates Massachusetts state agencies, University
of Massachusetts campuses, state and community colleges,
to reduce environmental impact through the use of clean Contact: Eric Friedman
energy and efficient buildings. The Public Building Massachusetts Department of Energy
Energy Standards sets a reduction goal for greenhouse Resources (DOER) Address: 100
gasses as well as reduced energy usage per FY2004 Cambridge St., Suite 1020 Boston,
baseline. For all buildings where the state pays for energy, MA 02114 Phone: 617.626.1034
Leading by Example, energy reduction goals are: 20% by 2012, and 35% by Phone: 617.727.4732 Fax:
Massachusett
2007, Public Building 2020. Water reduction goals are also set at 10% by 2012, 617.727.0030 Email: m
s
Energy Standards, 2008 and 15% by 2020. All new State construction must also eric.friedman@state.ma.us Website:
meet "Mass. LEED Plus" standards as established by the http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eoeea
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Sustainable Design modulechunk&L=1&L0=Home&sid
Roundtable. Currently, this means: LEED Certification =Eoeea&b=terminalcontent&f=eea_l
(for projects larger than 20,000 ft2), 20% better energy be_lbe_program&csid=Eoeea
performance than Mass. code, third party commissioning,
50% reduction in outdoor water use/20% reduction in
indoor use (per standard baseline projections), and
conformance with one of four "smart growth criteria".
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Adoption of the CHPS Criteria for Massachusetts has
been managed by the Massachusetts Technology
Collaborative. MTC is the State’s development agency
for renewable energy and the innovation economy. MTC
has made available funding and design tools for schools
and school design teams that want to build high
performance schools. The CHPS Criteria and Planning Contact: Sam Nutter, Massachusetts
volumes have been adapted for Massachusetts and can be Technology Collaborative Email:
Massachusett
CHPS - MA found on the MTC website. MTC also provides outreach nutter@masstech.org Address: 75 v
s
and education for school districts and design firms on high North Drive Westborough, MA
performance school building. 01581 Phone: 508.870.0312
Website: www.masstech.org
In 2007, the Mass Schools Building Authority included
the CHPS-MA indoor environmental quality criteria in its
2007 Construction Regulations and provides up to 2%
additional reimbursement of construction costs for schools
meeting the CHPS-MA Criteria.
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Description
Information
Appendix 120.AA known as the "stretch code", was
adopted by the Massachusetts Board of Building
Regulations and Standards in May 2009, as an optional
appendix to the Massachusetts Building Code 780 CMR.
The stretch code may be adopted by any town or city in
Email: mike.guigli@state.ma.us
the commonwealth, by decision of its governing body
Website:
following a public hearing. The MA stretch code requires
http://www.mass.gov/?pageID=eops
a HERS index of 65 or less for new homes of 3,000 ft2 or
modulechunk&L=3&L0=Home&L1
Massachusett NBI Core Performance above, and 70 or less for new homes below 3,000 ft2 (this
=Public+Safety+Agencies&L2=Mass m
s Stretch Code, 2009 includes multi-family units in buildings of 3 stories or
achusetts+Department+of+Public+Sa
less). Home additions and renovations have two options
fety&sid=Eeops&b=terminalcontent
to meet the stretch code. The stretch code also applies a
&f=dps_bbrs_build_code_changes_p
performance-based code to commercial buildings, with the
ublic_hearing&csid=Eeops
option of a prescriptive code for small and medium-sized
commercial buildings. Buildings smaller than 5,000 ft2
are exempt, as are building renovations. "Specialty"
buildings (e.g. supermarkets, laboratories, warehouses)
below 40,000 ft2 in size are also exempt.
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Information
Town of Acton adopted a zoning by-law (section Address: 472 Main Street Acton,
Massachusett Zoning Area Density 5.5B.2.2.d) allowing for a density bonus for buildings MA 01720 Phone: 978.264.9636
v
s, Acton Bonus, 2004 achieving LEED certification in the East Acton Village Fax: 978.264.9630 Email:
District. planning@acton-ma.gov
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Description
Information
Contact: Brian F. Sullivan, Town

Manager Address: First floor, Town
Arlington has adopted a goal that all new Town building Hall Annex 730 Mass. Ave.
Massachusett construction and major renovations and additions to Arlington, MA 02476 Phone:
Municipal Building Goal v
s, Arlington existing Town buildings meet or exceed the most current 781.316.3010 Website:
LEED Silver certification or comparable scoring system. http://www.town.arlington.ma.us/Pub
lic_Documents/ArlingtonMA_Town
Bylaws/title1#article16
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Description
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Article 37 applies to "all major building projects" and

Contact: Boston Redevelopment
requires that they are at least "LEED certifiable". Up to
Authority Address: One City Hall
four of the required points may be obtained from the
Square Boston, MA 02201 Phone:
Boston Green Building Checklist (appendix A of Article
Massachusett Green Building Code, 617.722.4300 Fax: 617.248.1937
37) and are: becoming a Distributed m
s, Boston Article 37, 2007 Website:
Generation/Combined Heat and Power project (see
http://www.bostonredevelopmentauth
Energy Standard Column), addressing historic
ority.org/pdf/ZoningCode/Article37.
preservation, addressing groundwater recharge, or being a
pdf
Transportation Demand Management project.
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Elisabeth
Boston's Green Affordable Housing Program is
Krautscheid,Project Manager, Green
administered by Boston's Department of Neighborhood
Affordable Housing & Green
Development (DND). The project has $8.5m in funds. It
Schools
focuses on providing housing with low operating and
Green Affordable Phone: 508.870.0312x223
Massachusett maintenance costs, as well as buildings that promote the
Housing for Email: krautscheid@masstech.org v
s, Boston health and well-being of residents. The Massachusetts
Massachusetts, 2008 Website:
Technology Collaborative (MTC) has provided $2m to the
http://www.cityofboston.gov/news/de
DND to fund affordable "green" housing projects. The
fault.aspx?id=3963 Website:
DND requires all development projects to meet LEED
http://www.masstech.org/renewablee
Silver as well as Energy Star.
nergy/afford_housing.htm
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: John Bolduc,

Environmental Planner Phone:
All new construction and renovation (50,000 ft2+) of
617.349.4628 Email:
Massachusett municipal buildings must achieve LEED Silver or above
City Policy, 2008 jbolduc@cambridgema.gov m
s, Cambridge according to ordinance section 13.59.2. Requirements for
Website:
private development are in evaluation phase.
http://www.cambridgema.gov/~CDD/
et/greenblgs/index.html
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Patricia Barry, Director of

Energy and Environment Office
Address: City Hall, Room 209 85
All new municipal buildings must follow "Green Building
George P. Hassett Drive Medford,
Massachusett Energy Efficiency & Design Practices" and seek the LEED Certified level.
MA 02155 m
s, Medford Resource Policy, 2005 Medford has also set an energy use policy in city buildings
Phone: 781.393.2137 Fax:
that promote efficient and effective use of city resources.
781.393.2471 Website:
http://www.medford.org/Pages/Medf
ordMA_Energy/S00ACAC97-
00E335EB.
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: 1627 S. Creyts Rd.

Built Green Michigan promotes both the local version of
Lansing, MI 48917 Phone:
Green Built Michigan, the NAHB guidelines and the ICC/NAHB standard. They
Michigan 517.646.2560 Fax: 517.322.0861 v x
2002 provide education, and assist in coordinating with
Website:
verifiers.
http://www.greenbuiltmichigan.org/
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Department of Energy,

All state-funded new construction and major renovation Labor, and Economic Affairs
Michigan Executive Order #2005-4 projects over $1,000,000 must be built in accordance with Address: P.O. Box 30004, Lansing, m
LEED guidelines. MI 48909 Phone: 517.241.4580
Email: oplainfo@michigan.gov
Contact: Haris Alibasic, Grand

Rapids Executive Office
All construction and renovation projects involving Address: Grand Rapids City Hall
Requirements for
Michigan, municipal buildings larger than 10,000 square feet and a 300 Monroe Avenue NW Grand
Municipal Buildings, m
Grand Rapids cost of $1 million or more must receive LEED Rapids, MI 49503-2206
2006
certification. Phone: 616.456.3318 Email:
halibasi@ci.grand-rapids.mi.us
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Scott Cope, Director of

Michigan, Building & Ordinance Address:
Master Land Use Plan, All new construction and major renovations of municipal
Rochester 1000 Rochester Hills Drive m
2006 buildings must achieve LEED certification.
Hills Rochester Hills, MI 48309 Phone:
248.656.4600
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Information Desk (General

information)
Phone: 952.563.8700 TTY:
Within the High Intensity Mixed Use With Residential 952.563.8740 Email:
Minnesota,
Zoning Area Bonus, 2005 HX-R Zoning District, FAR bonuses are awarded to webinfo@ci.bloomington.mn.us v
Bloomington
LEED certified projects, based on level of certificaton. Website:
http://www.ci.bloomington.mn.us/cit
yhall/dept/commdev/planning/regs/zo
neproject/hxr/hxr.pdf
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Public Service Center

Address: 250 South Fourth Street
Minnesota, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 ft2
Minneapolis, MN 55415 Website: m
Minneapolis Standard, 2006 or larger must be certified LEED Silver.
http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/cpe
d/
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Edward C. Kemp, P.E.,

LEED A.P., City Engineer
New municipal buildings or major renovations 3,000 ft2
Phone: 662.323.2525x111 Email:
Mississippi, Sustainability Policy, or larger must attain LEED Silver certification. The city
e.kemp@cityofstarkville.org m
Starkville 2008 encourages private developers to build LEED Certified
Website:
buildings.
http://www.cityofstarkville.org/subde
tail.php?p=7&s=57&ss=43
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
New construction and major renovations of City-owned, Contact: Punit K. Jain, Cannon
Missouri, Municipal Building
occupied, or funded buildings over 5,000 ft2 must earn Design Phone: 314.425.8731 Email: m
Clayton Standards, 2006
LEED Silver certification. pjain@cannondesign.com
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Home Builders Association

of Greater Kansas City Address: 600
E 103rd Street Kansas City, MO
Build Green Kansas City is a chapter of the NAHB 64131 Phone: 816.942.8800 Fax:
Missouri,
Build Green Kansas City National Green Building Program using the NAHB Model 816.942.8367 Email: v x
Kansas City
Green Home Building Guidelines. info@kchba.org Website:
http://www.kchba.org/index.php?opti
on=com_content&view=article&id=8
7&Itemid=113
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Thomas G. Coyle, AICP,

Director Address: 414 E. 12th St.
Missouri, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2
15th Floor, City Hall Kansas City, m
Kansas City Standards, 2004 or larger must meet LEED Silver level.
MO 64106 Phone: 816.513.1407
Email: planning@kcmo.org
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Steve Loos, Senior Staff

Vice President for Association
Services, HBA of St. Louis and
This build green initiative is a program of the local Eastern Missouri Phone:
Missouri, The Green Building chapter of the NAHB using the NAHB Model Green 314.994.7700x119 Fax:
v x
Saint Louis Initiative - St Louis Home Building Guidelines. Verifications are handled 314.432.7185 Email:
through Laclede Gas. LoosS@hbastl.com Website:
http://www.thegbi.org/residential/feat
ured-
projects/stlouis/index.pl/default.asp
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: 1015 Locust St. Suite 1100

The Rockland county St. Louis MO 63101 Phone:
Missouri, New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2
governmental green 314.622.3400 Website: m
Saint Louis or larger must attain LEED Silver certification.
building act, 2008 http://stlouis.missouri.org/citygov/pla
nning/
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
All City-owned new construction projects “of any size and
intended for human occupation” must earn LEED Silver
certification, further specifying that buildings earn: seven
(7) points in EAc1, Optimize Energy Performance; two
(2) points in the Water Efficiency category; one (1) point
in MRc2, Construction Waste Management; and one (1) Contact: Ralph Rognstad Jr.,
point in EAc5, Measurement & Verification. Buildings Director of Planning & Development
Missouri, Green Building Policy, not intended for human occupation are required by this Address: Busch Municipal Building
m
Springfield 2008 policy to incorporate LEED to the greatest extent First Floor 840 Boonville Avenue
practicable. Springfield, MO 65802 Phone:
417.864.1611
The City of Springfield Green Building Policy also
requires renovations of City-owned buildings to
incorporate LEED for Existing Buildings to the greatest
extent practicable, calling for Energy Star appliances
wherever possible.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
S.B. 49, created energy efficiency standards for state-
owned and state-leased buildings. Energy efficiency Contact: Dept of Environmental
building standards apply to new construction and major Quality Public Affairs Coordinator
Energy Efficiency for renovation projects for state-owned buildings and new Lisa Peterson Phone: 406.444.2929
Montana m
State Buildings, 2009 construction projects for state-leased buildings. The Email: lpeterson@mt.gov
buildings must exceed the effective International Energy Website:
Conservation Code by 20%, to the extent that it is cost http://www.deq.mt.gov/index.asp
effective.
This Homebuilders Association standard is

Nevada, Las
SNHBA - Adopted 2006 comprehensive, voluntary, and completely separate from v
Vegas Region
the jurisdiction’s permitting and inspection process.
Contact: Reno Metropolitan Area,

Sheena Beaver, Building Association
Nevada, Green Homes for This Homebuilders Association standard is of Western Nevada, Address: P.O.
Reno Metro Northern Nevada, Draft comprehensive, voluntary, and completely separate from Box 1947, Carson City, Nevada v x
Area Update July 2008 the jurisdiction’s permitting and inspection process. 89702-1947 Phone: 775.329.4611
x104 Website: http://www.bawn.org
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Karen Rantamaki
New Hampshire Department of
Energy Efficiency Executive Order 2005-04: New construction and Administrative Services
New Standards for State renovation designs should exceed the state energy code by Address: 25 Capital Street
m
Hampshire Government Buildings, at least 20% and energy modeling should be used during Concord, NH 03301 Phone:
2005 the design processes. 603.271.2698 Fax: 603.271.6600 E-
mail: Karen.Rantamaki@nh.gov
Website: http://admin.state.nh.us
Contact: Fred T. Kelley, Assistant

Derry Town Council adopted a green building policy
Building Inspector Address: Derry
requiring all new construction or major renovations to
New Municipal Center, 14 Manning
Green Building Policy, town-owned or town-funded projects to achieve LEED
Hampshire, Street, Derry, NH 03038 Phone: m
2008 Certified. In addition, this policy also requires the
Derry 603.432.6148 Website:
purchase of alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles for the
http://www.derry.nh.us/Pages/Derry
town’s fleet.
NH_CodeEnforcement/Index
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
City Council of Portsmouth adopted a density bonus for

Contact: Peter Britz, Environmental
New private projects that use LEED. In Central Business
Zoning Density Bonus, Planner, City of Portsmouth, NH
Hampshire, [district] A, projects benefit from a 0.5 increase in Floor v
2007 Phone: 603.610.7215 Website:
Portsmouth Area Ratio that meet appropriate open space requirements
plbritz@ch.cityofportsmouth.com
and that also build to a minimum of LEED Certified.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The New Jersey standard requires that new buildings
larger than 15,000 square feet constructed for the sole use
of state entities achieve LEED Silver certification, a two-
globe rating on the Green Building Initiative Green Globe Contact: Jim McKenna, Department
rating system, or a comparable numeric rating from of Treasury, Property Management
High Performance another accredited sustainable building certification and Construction Address: PO Box
Building Standards in program. The law exempts free-standing parking facilities, 235, Trenton, NJ 08625.0235
New Jersey m
New State Construction, multiple use maintenance facilities, and storage facilities Phone: 609.943.3365
2008 from the requirement. The law will be enforced by Phone 2: 800.852.7899 Website:
director of the Division of Property Management and http://www.state.nj.us/treasury/dpmc/
Construction in the Department of the Treasury in index.html
cooperation with the New Jersey Building Authority. With
some exceptions, the state is also required to purchase
Energy Star products when available.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Executive Order #24, requires all new school designs to
incorporate LEED Version 2.0 guidelines to achieve
maximum energy efficiency and environmental
sustainability in school facilities.
The Executive Order also requires that the New Jersey

Economic Development Authority establish a subsidiary Contact: Public Information - SDA,
corporation, The New Jersey Schools Construction New Jersey Schools Development
Energy Efficiency in New Corporation (SCC), to be responsible for the school Authority
New Jersey School Construction , facilities project and the state’s compliance with the new Address: 1 West State Street, P.O. m
2002 order. The SCC was subsequently replaced by the New Box 991, Trenton, NJ 08625-0991
Jersey Schools Development Authority (SDA) in 2007. Phone: 609.943.5955 Website:
The SDA mandates that all projects meet all LEED http://www.njsda.gov/index.asp
prerequisites and achieve sufficient criteria to score at
least 26 points on the LEED rating scale, wherever
possible. Registration with USGBC is not required. In its
latest biannual report the SDA estimates that
approximately 80% of the 70 projects that have taken
place since Executive Order No. 24 would have achieved
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Clean Energy Program provides free consultation,
inspection and rating services. A home built to Energy
Star Homes standard (Tier 1 = HERS 85) would qualify Contact: State of NJ Green Homes
for a per/unit/home incentive as well as a free Office Mary Sheehy, Green Homes
comprehensive lighting package. A home built to be more Administrator Phone: 609.278.7408
New Jersey NJ Energgy Star Homes energy efficient (Tier 2 = HERS 65) would qualify for E-mail: msheehy@njhmfa.state.nj.us v
higher incentive amount and would also be eligible for Website:
federal energy efficiency incentives. This year, there is a http://www.state.nj.us/dca/hmfa/gho/i
new pilot program - NJ Climate Choice Homes - which ndex.shtml
provides competitive (and much higher, Tier 3) incentives
for homes that achieve a HERS score of 50 or less.
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
NJHMFA administers the Federal Low-Income Housing
Tax Credit (LIHTC) - Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP).
Energy Star certification has been a threshold requirement
in the QAP since 2003; creating buildings that are 15 -
30% more energy efficient than those built to code. In
2006, a green point was added to the QAP, which awarded
one point for either installing a Solar Photovoltaic system Contact: State of NJ Green Homes
or for participating in the state's Affordable Green Office Mary Sheehy, Green Homes
LIHTC Build it program, now called the Green Future program. In 2007, Administrator Phone: 609.278.7408
New Jersey Green/Green Points another category was added as an option for the Green E-mail: msheehy@njhmfa.state.nj.us v
Point - LEED certification. In 2009, the Microload Website:
category was added as a fourth option, allowing those http://www.state.nj.us/dca/hmfa/gho/i
projects that are accepted into the New Jersey Climate ndex.shtml
Choice Pilot Program to earn the Green Point. Green
Future consists of a list of basic green building items that
cover energy efficiency, renewable resources, siting &
land use, water conservation, building durability, indoor
air quality, and operations & maintenance. LEED
certification is available.
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Cranford requires all township-funded facilities projects

and township-owned facilities to meet LEED Silver
certification. The township also adopted LEED for
Municipal Building existing buildings for its existing facilities. Contact: Building Sub-Code &
New Jersey, Standard, 2005/Green Construction Code Official, Richard
b
Cranford Building Density The ordinance also established a Green Building Density Belluscio Phone: 908.709.7215 E-
Incentive Program Incentive program whereby redevelopers who achieve mail: Building@CranfordNJ.org
LEED certification and comply with the specific program
requirements may earn a development density bonus from
the township.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Kearny offers density bonuses to private redevelopment
projects that earn LEED certification: an additional 0.3
FAR (Floor Area Ratio) or 3 additional dwelling units per Contact: Michael J. Martello,
acre for LEED Platinum; an additional 0.25 FAR or 2 Construction & Zoning Official,
New Jersey, Sustainable Green additional dwelling units per acre for LEED Gold; an Town Hall Annex Address: 410
b
Kearny Building Standards, 2007 additional 0.2 FAR or 1 additional dwelling unit per acre Kearny Ave. Kearny, NJ, 07032
for LEED Silver; an additional 0.15 FAR or 0.5 additional Phone: 201.955.7882
dwelling units per acre for LEED Certified. New E-mail: mmartello@kearnynj.org
municipal buildings or major renovations must meet
LEED Silver.
The Sustainable Building Tax Credit provides tax credits

based on the square footage of the building. For
commercial buildings, the tax credits range from $3.50 per Contact: Office of the Governor
ft2 for buildings that achieve LEED for New Construction Address: 490 Old Santa Fe Trail,
Sustainable Building Tax Silver certification to $6.25 for buildings that achieve Room 400, Santa Fe, NM 87501
New Mexico
Credit, 2009 LEED for New Construction Platinum certification. For Phone: 505.476.2200 Website:
residential buildings, the tax credits range from $5.00 per http://www.governor.state.nm.us/prio
ft2 for buildings that achieve LEED for Homes Silver rities.php?mm=4
certification to $9.00 per ft2for buildings that achieve
LEED for Homes Platinum
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Albuquerque City Council approved Ordinance 09-85

Contact: Albuquerque, John
on August 3, establishing a new local energy code that
Bucholz, Green Building Program
will go into effect December 1, 2009 should the city's
Manager, Planning Department
Energy Code, 2009 mayor sign the legislation. The 2009 Albuquerque Energy
New Mexico, Albuquerque Phone: 505.924.3958 m
Pending Conservation Code is based on the 2006 IECC but also
Website:
contains several amendments that are more stringent than
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability
corresponding sections of the 2009 IECC, including
testing for air filtration and duct leakage.
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: John Bucholz, Green

Building Program Manager Planning
New Mexico, Green Path Program and This high profile, voluntary program offers recognition for Department Phone: 505.924.3958
v
Albuquerque Resolution, 2007 high performing, comprehensively sustainable buildings. Website:
http://www.cabq.gov/sustainability
Any building permit or water hook-up shall be issued or

granted only if it the applicant demonstrates that the water Contact: Water Budget Office
demands created by the use of the structures for which the Address: 200 Lincoln Avenue, PO
New Mexico, building permit, water hook-up or development approval Box 909, Santa Fe, NM 87504-0909
City of Santa Project Water Use Offset is sought will be entirely offset (Ord. No. 2003-36 § 11). Phone: 505.955.6122 Fax: m
Fe In all cases, the amount of water offset by retrofits shall be 505.955.6829 Website:
equal to or greater than the estimated water usage of the http://www.santafenm.gov/index.asp
proposed building as determined by the annual water x?NID=233
budget procedures.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Beginning July 1, 2009 all new applications for single-

family residential buildings in the City of Santa Fe are
Contact: Santa Fe, Katherine
subject to the Residential Green Building Code. Home
Mortimer, Supervising Planner or
size determines the number of points needed to achieve
Nick Schiavo, Energy Specialist
each level of certification.
Address: 120 Federal Place, Room
New Mexico, Sustainable Santa Fe Plan, 321 P.O. Box 909, Mailcode 8100,
Plan review and inspection of program elements will be m
Santa Fe Adopted October 2009 Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504
fully integrated into the permitting and inspection process.
http://www.santafenm.gov/
The program is designed to coordinate with ENERGY
http://www.santafenm.gov/index.asp
STAR, utility incentive programs, and EPAct Home
x?NID=685
program.
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Program
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
This mandatory residential and commercial program is
being implemented in four phases from 2009-2012. Phase
1: The City of Taos requires all commercial buildings
6,000 sq ft or greater built in 2009 to achieve LEED
Certified, including completion of at least 3 of the LEED
water conservation credits, as a condition for obtaining a
Certificate of Occupancy. Beginning in 2010, all new
commercial buildings must achieve LEED Certified, Contact: Town of Taos Planning &
New Mexico, High Performance including completion of at least 3 of the LEED water Zoning Department Address: 400
m
Taos Building Ordinance, 2009 conversation credits, as a condition for obtaining a Camino de la Placita Taos, NM
Certificate of Occupancy. Residential applications for 87571 Phone: 505.737.2649
homes greater than 3,000 ft2 must submit a HERS index
of 85 or less. Phase 2 begins January 1, 2010 - residences
of any size must have a HERS index of 80 or less to
obtain a certificate of occupancy, commercial building of
any size requires a confirmed rating of LEED certified or
better with 3 water conservation points. Phases 3 and 4
further increaes efficiencies.
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
NYSERDA provides computer modeling, design charrette
Contact: Bob Carver, Sr. Project
coordination, assistance in obtaining LEED certification,
Manager, Building envelopes, solar;
Executive Order 111 assistance, New York State Green
indoor air in commercial buildings,
New York State Energy Buildings Tax Credit assistance, green materials
ground-source heat pumps, and
New York Research and recommendations, commissioning and life cycle costing v
residential ventilation Phone:
Development Authority analysis to building design teams to help make new and
518.862.1090x3242 Website:
rehabilitated commercial, industrial, and institutional
http://www.nyserda.org/programs/Gr
buildings green. Green Building services are offered under
een_Buildings/default.asp
the New Construction program PON 1155.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
State agencies, including all public-benefit corporations
and public authorities where the heads are appointed by
the Governor and for which the Governor has executive
authority, must reduce energy consumption by 35% from
1990 levels by 2010 in buildings that they own, lease or
operate.
# All affected entities shall establish targets and schedules
to establish peak electric demand reduction targets for
each state facility by 2005 and 2010.
# State agencies must select Energy Star labeled products
when acquiring or replacing energy using equipment.
# New state construction and substantial renovations must Contact: New York State Energy
follow LEED* green building guidelines to the maximum Research and Development Authority
extent practical. Media Relations Department
# New state buildings should exceed the state energy code Address: 17 Columbia Circle,
Green and Clean State
New York by at least 20% and substantial renovations by at least Albany, NY 12203-6399 Phone: m
Buildings, 2008
10%. 518.862.1090 Phone 2:
# Operations of existing buildings should strive to meet 866.697.3732 Fax: 518.862.1091 E-
the Energy Star building standards for energy performance mail: sg2@nyserda.org Website:
and indoor air quality. http://www.nyserda.org/
The order also made requirements for state vehicle

purchases and state purchases of renewable electricity.
The New York State Energy Research and Development
Authority (NYSERDA) is tasked with implementing the
various provisions of the order. In addition, NYSERDA is
required to generate energy efficiency equipment
Voluntary/Ma
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Peter J. Beary, Building
Requires Energy Star for all new residential construction Inspector Phone: 845.639.2100 E-
New York Energy Star Requirement, (applies to multi-family dwellings three stories or less). mail:
m
Clarkstown 2008 See section 109-3 Building Permits in the Clarkstown p_beary@town.clarkstown.ny.us
code. Website:
http://www.town.clarkstown.ny.us/in
dex.asp
Energy Star is required for all new single family

residential construction. In addition, Babylon requires that
the building save 500kWh , automatic HVAC controls,
Contact: Department Of Planning &
and compliance with the Combustion Safety Testing
Development Ann Marie Jones -
Standards and Procedures for Energy Star (Babylon code
New York, Babylon Green Building Commissioner, Phone:
section 89-79). The Town also requires that all multi- m
Babylon Initiative, 2006 631.957.7414 Website:
family residential and non-residential buildings submit a
http://www.townofbabylon.com/inde
LEED checklist and pay a fee of $0.03 per square foot to
x.cfm
the Town of Babylon Green Building Fund. This fee will
be reimbursed for achieving a LEED Certified status
(section 89-93).
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Office of the Supervisor
Address: One Independence Hill •
Energy Star is required for all new residential construction Farmingville • NY 11738 • Phone:
(applies to multi-family dwellings three stories or less). 631.451.6955 Fax 631.451.6677
New York, Energy Star Requirement, Buildings more than three stories must comply with the Website: www.Brookhaven.org
m
Brookhaven 2006 Energy Star thermal envelope requirements, electrical http://www.brookhaven.org/Desktop
savings and ventilation requirements, and the equipment Modules/Bring2mind/DMX/Downlo
efficiency requirements. ad.aspx?TabId=134&DMXModule=
1576&Command=Core_Download&
EntryId=586&PortalId=0
Contact: Paul Rogalle, PTP,

The Brookhaven Town Board adopted Green Director of Planning Address: One
Building/LEED Standards for New Large Commercial Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY
Retailer Development requiring all new commercial 11738 Phone: 631.451.6400
New York, Green Building
shopping centers 125,000 sq ft and larger to obtain a Website: m
Brookhaven Ordinance, 2007
green building permit. The policy also established a http://www.brookhaven.org/Planning
density bonus of a 1% increase in floor area ratio (FAR) EnvironmentLandManagement/Plann
per level of LEED certification achieved. ingEnvironmentLandManagement/ta
bid/193/Default.aspx
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
A good-faith effort for LEED certification is mandatory Contact: Town of Greenburgh

Green Building Initiative
for all new non-residential construction. There is a fee of Building Department Phone:
New York, and Energy Conservation
$0.03 per square foot to be paid to the Greenburgh Green 914.993.1562 Website: m
Greenburgh Construction Standards,
Building Fund. The fee is refunded if LEED Certification http://www.greenburghny.com/Cit-e-
2009
is achieved. Access/news/?TID=10&NID=14543.
Contact: Town of Greenburgh

Building Department Phone:
New York, Energy Star mandate, All new residential dwellings must meet NYSERDA's
914.993.1562 Website: m
Greenburgh 2001 Energy Star program.
http://www.greenburghny.com/Cit-e-
Access/news/?TID=10&NID=14543.
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Contact: Building Department,
Town Hall Address: One
New York, All new residential dwellings must meet NYSERDA and Washington Street, 2nd Floor,
Energy Star Homes, 2008 Hempstead, New York 11550 m
Hempstead Long Island Power Authority's Energy Star program.
http://www.townofhempstead.org/co
ntent/bz/permits.html
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Contact: Judy A. Seil, Director,

Department of Planning and
New York, Development Address: 8100 City
Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000
Monroe Place, 50 W. Main St., Rochester, m
Initiative, 2007 square feet or larger must be certified LEED Silver.
County NY 14614 Phone: 585 753-2000 E-
mail:
mcplanning@monroecounty.gov
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* All new municipal construction or major
reconstruction projects with an estimated capital cost of
more than $2 million, except schools and hospitals, must
meet LEED* Silver certification standards.
* Non-municipal projects meeting the above criteria
and receiving at least 50% of project costs or $10 million
from the city treasury must also meet LEED Silver Contact: General Information,
certification standards Mayor's Office of Operations, Office
* School and hospital projects meeting the above of Environmental Compliance
criteria need only meet LEED certification standards. Address: 253 Broadway – 14th
New York City - Green * Projects with an estimated construction cost of $12 Floor
New York, million - $30 million, schools excluded, must achieve an
Building Requirements New York , NY 10007 m
New York energy cost reduction of 20% above LEED Credit EA1 or
for Municipal Buildings Phone: 212.788.9956
the New York State Energy Construction Code Phone 2: 212.788.2941
(ECCCNYS), which ever is more stringent; and achieve Website:
an additional 5% energy cost reduction if the payback http://www.nyc.gov/html/oec/html/ho
period is less than 7 years. me/home.shtml
* Projects with an estimated construction cost of more
than $30 million, schools excluded, must achieve an
energy cost reduction of 25% above LEED Credit EA1 or
ECCCNYS, which ever is more stringent; and achieve a
further energy cost reduction of 5-10% if the payback
period is less than 7 years.
* School projects with a construction cost of more than
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Contact: Onondaga County Office
Onondaga County Industrial Development Agency
of Economic Development
amended the Uniform Tax Exemption Policy to provide
Address: John H. Mulroy Civic
payments in lieu of taxes credits on a graduated scale to
Center, 14th Floor, 421 Montgomery
new construction projects that achieve LEED certification.
New York, Uniform Tax Exemption Street, Syracuse, NY 13202 Phone:
Buildings that achieve LEED Certified will get a base v
Onondaga Policy, 2008 315.435.3770 Toll Free:
credit of 4.8% of construction costs. Achieving LEED
877.797.8222 E-mail:
Silver certification will earn an 8.4% credit, LEED Gold
fo@SyracuseCentral.com Website:
certification will earn a 12% credit and LEED Platinum
http://syracusecentral.com/green/pdf/
certification earns a 15.6% credit.
FinalUTEP.pdf
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Description
Information
Contact: Leroy E. Barnes, Jr.,
Building Department Administrator,
Town of Riverhead Building
Department Address: 201 Howell
Avenue, Riverhead, New York
New York, All new residential dwellings must meet NYSERDA'
Energy Star, 2008 11901 Phone: 631.727.3200x213, m
Riverhead Energy Star program.
268, 266, 283 Fax: 631.208.8039
Website:
http://www.greenburghny.com/Cit-e-
Access/webpage.cfm?TID=10&TPI
D=1748
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Contact: Arlene Miller - Deputy

New York, The Rockland county Commissioner Phone:
All new construction and major renovations of municipal
Rockland governmental green 845.364.3434 Website: m
buildings must achieve LEED silver.
County building act, 2008 http://www.co.rockland.ny.us/plannin
g/index.htm
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Contact: John Bongino - Director,
Office of the Building Department
Address: 99 West Main Street, P.O.
As of October 1, 2008 any new home, which is permitted,
Box 9090, Smithtown, NY 11787
New York, shall be built to comply with the Long Island Power
Energy Star, 2008 Phone: 631.360.7520 Fax: m
Smithtown Authority (LIPA) New York Energy Star labeled Homes
631.360.7639 Website:
Program requirements.
http://www.smithtowninfo.com/Build
ingDepartment/templateproc.cfm?Pa
geID=411
Contact: Building Inspector's Office

Jonathan Foster, Sr. Building
Inspector Address: 71 Hill Street
Phone: 631.204.2146 through 2151
New York, All new residential dwellings must meet NYSERDA'
Energy Star Fax: 631.283.0649 E-Mail: m
Southampton Energy Star program.
buildinginspector@southamptonvilla
ge.org Website:
http://southamptonvillage.org/depart
ments.asp?id=2
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Contact: Steve Levy, County

Executive Address: 335 Yaphank
New York, Department of Public Works must achieve LEED
Ave, Yaphank, NY 11980 Phone:
Suffolk LEED Resolution, 2006 certification of all new construction or major renovation m
631.852.4010 Website:
County projects over $1 million.
http://www.co.suffolk.ny.us/departme
nts/publicworks.aspx
GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF
NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina law allows counties and cities to provide SESSION 2007
reductions or partial rebates for building permit fees. To
North Density Bonuses fee qualify for a fee reduction, buildings must meet guidelines SENATE BILL 581
v
Carolina waivers established by LEED, the Green Globes program, or
another nationally recognized certification program. RATIFIED BILL
http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/Sessions/
2007/Bills/Senate/HTML/S581v4.ht
ml
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Green Home Builders of the Triangle is the program of of Durham, Orange & Chatham
the Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange, and Counties Address: 20 W. Colony
North Green Home Builders of
Chatham Counties. The program is based on the NAHB Place, Suite 180, Durham, NC 27705 x x
Carolina the Triangle, 2006
Model Green Home Guidelines and has been modified to Phone: 919.493.8899 Website:
reflect construction needs for the climate region. http://www.hbadoc.com/displaycom
mon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=201
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NC HealthyBuilt Homes is a voluntary, statewide green
building certification program supported by the North Contact: NC HealthyBuilt Homes
Carolina Solar Center, the State Energy Office, Home Program, c/o NC Solar Center
Builder Associations, etc. The WNC Green Building Address: Campus Box 7401, North
Council (WNCGBC) and the Asheville Home Builder Carolina State University, Raleigh,
North
NC Healthy Built Homes Association (AHBA) offer the NC HealthyBuilt Homes NC 27695-7401 E-mail: v
Carolina
Program to builders in the Greater Asheville Area and the dona_stankus@ncsu.edu
following NC counties: Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Jennifer_stutzman@ncsu.edu
Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Website:
Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, http://healthybuilthomes.org/
Transylvania, and Yancey.
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Contact: Mark Case, Building

The City of Asheville waives fees for building permits and Safety Department Address: P.O.
plan reviews for certain renewable energy technologies Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802
and Energy Star or Healthy Homes certifications for Phone: 828.259.5628
homes and mixed-use commercial buildings. Regular fees Website:
North must be paid in full but will be rebated upon certification. http://www.ashevillenc.gov/departme
Carolina, Fee Waivers, 2007 These fee waivers also apply to mixed-use commercial nts/building_safety/default.aspx?id=3 v
Asheville buildings if they include residential space. 44&ekmensel=12_submenu_0_link_
4
The city will also reduce plan review fees by 50% for any http://www.ashevillenc.gov/uploaded
building that is seeking LEED certification. Regular fees Files/Departments/Buidling_Safety/P
must be paid in full but will be rebated upon certification. ermitting%20Fees%20for%202008-
2009%207-1-2008.pdf
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Asheville City Council passed Resolution 07-91 that
requires all new, occupied, city-owned buildings greater
than or equal to 5,000 square feet will be designed,
contracted and built to achieve LEED Gold, and to strive
for LEED Platinum whenever project resources and
conditions permit. The policy also requires an energy
savings payback on the incremental cost of no greater than Contact: Mark Combs, Director of
North ten years. If the payback period for recovering incremental Public Works Phone: 828.259.5935
Municipal Building
Carolina, construction cost is greater than ten years, city staff shall E-mail: mcombs@ashevillenc.gov m
Ordinance
Asheville design, contract, and build such a facility to be certified as Website:
LEED Silver. http://www.ashevillenc.gov/
In addition, all new, occupied city-owned buildings which

are less than 5,000 square feet will be designed,
contracted, and built to incorporate measures that would
allow them to be certified at a minimum of LEED Silver
certification.
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The Town of Cary has a comprehensive Water
Conservation Program aimed at reducing per capita use of
potable water and associated capital facilities' needs over
the long term. Incentives include:
Rain Barrel Kits: the town is offering citizens the
opportunity to purchase barrels and/or conversion kits to
build their own rain barrel. The conversion kit is $16 and
barrels are $15. Website:
North High Efficiency Toilet Retrofit Rebate: http://www.townofcary.org/depts/pw
Water Conservation This program will provide a rebate of $100 per toilet to
Carolina, dept/water/waterconservation/incenti v
Incentive Program residential and business water customers who replace
Cary veprograms/turfbuybackprogramguid
older toilets that use 3.5 gallons or more per flush with a elines.htm
WaterSense-certified high efficiency toilet (HET) that use
1.28 gallons per flush. Rebates will be issued on a first
come, first served basis. The town will issue a maximum
of 790 rebates this year. Cary is a partner in EPA's
WaterSense program.
The Turf Buy Back program will offer property owners a

$500 incentive to replace a minimum of 1,000 square feet
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Description
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Catawba County Board of Commissioners adopted their Contact: Armin Wallner, Building
Green Construction Permitting Incentives Plan, which Services Chief, Address: Post Office
North provides a 25% rebate of blanket permit fees (not to Box 389, 100-A South West Blvd,
Green Construction
Carolina, exceed $500.00) for new buildings that achieve LEED Newton, NC 28658-0389
Permitting Incentives v
Catawba certification or certification from EnergyStar or NC Phone: 828.465.8454
Plan, 2009
County HealtyBuilt Homes. New commercial buildings that Website:
achieve LEED certification will have 50% of the fees http://www.catawbacountync.gov/de
related to plan review or expedited plan review rebated. pts/u&e/building.asp
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Chapel Hill City Council adopted Ordinance O-3,
requiring that all new construction of municipal buildings
Contact: Office of Sustainability
over 5,000 sq ft earn LEED Silver certification. The
Phone: 919-969-5075 E-mail:
Council may also decide that municipal buildings smaller
North jrichardson@townofchapelhill.org
LEED Standard for Town than 5,000 sq ft must earn LEED Silver certification. The
Carolina, Website: m
Buildings, 2005 Ordinance also requires that the design and project
Chapel Hill http://townhall.townofchapelhill.org/r
management teams for these buildings include a LEED
ecords/minutes/2005/minutes_05-05-
AP. The City further encourages retrofits and renovations
09bm.htm
of existing municipal buildings and new public housing to
follow LEED guidelines.
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Name,
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Mecklenburg County offers an incentive for new homes
and businesses to be constructed according to certain
sustainable guidelines. For new commercial projects
completed after January 1, 2008, which are certified under
LEED or Green Globes, the county will issue a rebate of
up to 25% (up to $100,000) for the cost of a permit. New
Contact: Green Permit Rebate,
homes can receive a permit rebate if they are certified
Mecklenburg County Code
North under LEED for homes, EarthCraft House, NC
Enforcement Address: 700 North
Carolina, Sustainable Building HealthyBuilt Houses, or the NAHB National Green
Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202 v
Mecklenburg Financial Incentives Building Program.
Phone: 704.336.2831 Fax:
County
704.336.3839 Website:
The certification programs are point-based, rewarding
http://www.meckpermit.com
points for a variety of sustainable measures. The
technologies referenced above are not eligible for stand-
alone incentives from Mecklenburg County, but instead
they are technologies which earn points toward
certification.
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Name,
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Description
Information
Contact: Building Industry

Association of Central Ohio, Gary
Central Ohio Green Building Initiative is the program of Libertini, President Address: 4685
Central Ohio Green the Building Industry Association of Central Ohio. The Old Columbus Road, Carroll, Ohio
Ohio v x
Building Initiative program is based on the NAHB Model Green Home 43112 Phone: 614.855.6629 E-
Guidelines. mail: garyl@ahhcorp.com Website:
http://www.biahomebuilders.com/abo
ut-bia/bia-resources/green-building
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Description
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The Northeast Ohio GBI is a voluntary residential

program developed by the HBA of Greater Cleveland and Contact: Joe Race, Executive
North Coast BIA to promote and facilitate practical Director Address: 6140 West
Cleveland (Greater approaches to green construction. The program, based on Creek Blvd. Independence, OH
Ohio Cleveland and North the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines, is 44131 Phone: 216.447.8700 v x
Coast Area) designed to offer local builders information on products Fax: 216.524.0758 E-mail:
and building practices to help build homes to meet their jrace@hbacleveland.com
buyers' diverse needs. Each office in the region assists in
certification with NAHB's Green Guidelines.
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Name,
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Description
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Cincinnati provides an automatic 100% real property tax
exemption of the assessed property value for newly-
constructed or rehabilitated commercial or residential
Address: Community Development,
properties that earn a minimum of LEED Certified.
The Department has temporarily
Buildings that earn LEED Certified, Silver or Gold can
relocated to: One Centennial Plaza,
receive a real property tax abatement up to $500,000, with
705 Central Avenue Suite 400,
no limit for LEED Platinum buildings. The property tax
Ohio, Green Building Tax Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Phone:
exemption period is 15 years for new residential, b
Cincinnati Exemption, 2007 (513) 352-6146 Eric Denson, Senior
commercial, or industrial buildings; 12 years for
Development Officer E-Mail:
renovated commercial and industrial buildings and
e.denson@cincinnati-oh.gov
renovated residential buildings with 4 or more units; and
Website: http://www.cincinnati-
10 years for renovated residential buildings with 1-3 units.
oh.gov/cdap/pages/-3479-/
Additionally, all new municipal buildings and major
renovations must earn LEED Certified.
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Information
Contact: Oklahoma-State of Dept of

Central Services: Building
All state buildings over 10,000 ft2 to follow LEED
Management Address: 440 S
Oklahoma HB 3394, 2008 guidelines or those of Green Globes. Compliance will be
Houston Ave # 6, Tulsa, OK 74127-
measured by the Department of Central Services.
8947, Phone: 918.581.2391
Website: www.ok.gov
Contact: Oregon Department of

New state construction must exceed the energy Energy, SEED Program, Ann
conservation provisions of the Oregon State building code Hushagen Address: 625 Marion St.
by 20% or more. In addition, the 2007 Oregon NE, Salem, OR 97301-3737
State Energy Efficiency E-mail:
Legislature passed HB2620, which requires that public
Oregon Design Program, 2001, energy.in.internet@state.or.us m
entities spend 1.5% of the total contract price of a public
2007 Phone: 503.373.7804
improvement contract for new construction or major
renovation of a public building on solar energy Phone: 800.221.8035 Website:
technology. http://www.oregon.gov/
ENERGY/CONS/SEED/SEEDhome.
shtml
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Contact: Dick Wanderscheid,
Developers in Ashland may increase the base density of
Ashland Electric Utilities
units in residential developments by incorporating energy
Department Address: 20 East Main
efficiency, architectural creativity and innovation, and the
Street, Ashland, OR 97520
use of natural features of the landscape. Density may be
18.88.040 Performance Phone: 541.552.2061 Fax:
Oregon, increased up to a maximum of 15% based on bonus points
Standards for Residential 541.552.2436 E-mail: v
Ashland earned for meeting the minimum requirements for
Developments wandersd@ashland.or.us Webiste:
certification as an Earth Advantage home, which includes
http://www.ashland.or.us/SectionInde
an evaluation of energy usage, water usage, and air quality
x.asp?SectionID=423
guidelines. Conservation features can also include passive
http://www.ashland.or.us/CodePrint.a
solar design.
sp?CodeID=3420
Contact: Eugene Water & Electric

Board, Energy Management Services
Oregon, Eugene Water and Electric promotes Earth Advantage Address: 500 E. 4th Avenue,
Earth Advantage v
Eugene Homes and provides local verification. Eugene, OR 97440 Phone:
541.685.7000 Fax: 541.334.4614
Website: www.eweb.org
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All new construction and additions encompassing 10,000
gross ft2 or more of building area should achieve a LEED
for New Construction Silver certification. A higher
equivalent rating (Gold or Platinum) should be sought
where practicable as funding is available.
Contact: Glen Svendsen, Facility
New construction encompassing less than 10,000 gross ft2 Management Division Manager,
of building area should achieve the equivalent of at least a Sustainable Building Task Force
LEED Silver certification level where technically feasible. Phone: 541.682.5008 E-mail:
Oregon, Municipal Building
Projects of any size for which certification is not feasible glen.l.svendsen@ci.eugene.or.us m
Eugene Standards, 2006
due to technical reasons should use LEED for New Website: http://www.eugene-
Construction as a guide to incorporate as many sustainable or.gov/portal/server.pt?open=512&o
features as economically feasible. bjID=730&PageID=3739&cached=tr
ue&mode=2&userID=2
Building renovation projects should use LEED for New
Construction as a guide and will be evaluated for
certifica-tion on a case-by-case basis, as the feasibility of
incorporating sustainable features within the context of the
existing building will vary widely from project to project.
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All new construction of County-owned buildings must
achieve LEED for New Construction Gold certification
with a minimum of seven points earned in EAc1
(Optimized Energy Performance). The resolution also
Contact: Bob Thomas, Division
requires all major renovation projects of County-owned
LEED Gold and High Director, Address: 401 N. Dixon
Oregon, buildings to earn LEED for Commercial Interiors Gold
Performance Green Street, Portland, OR 97227, in the m
Multnomah certification. LEED Gold is also required for major
Building Policy, 2008 Blanchard Educational Building
renovations of County-leased space of 10,000 sq ft or
Phone: 503.988.3322
greater. The resolution also states that all existing county-
owned facilities will be operated and maintained following
minimum guidelines for LEED Silver of LEED for
Existing Buildings.
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Name,
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Description
Information
The 2009 update of the city's policy reflects an increased Contact: Bureau of Planning and
stringency from the original LEED Gold requirement for Sustainability BPS South, Address:
all city-owned projects. The new construction and major 1900 SW 4th Ave., Ste. 7100,
remodels of city-owned facilities must register with Portland, OR 97201-5380
USGBC and certify at the Gold level, in addition to Phone: 503.823.7700
specific criteria for recycling, water conservation, energy Contact: BPS North
Oregon, City of Portland Green conservation and onsite generation, commissioning, and Address: 721 NW 9th Ave., Ste. 195
m
Portland Building Policy, 2009 cool roofs. Tenant Improvements and Leased Spaces Portland, OR 97209-3447 Phone:
must register and certify at LEED CI Silver, or use the 503.823.7222 E-mail:
Bureau of Planning and Sustainability's Green Tenant bps@ci.portland.or.us Website:
Improvement Guide. Existing Buildings must pursue http://www.portlandonline.com/bps/i
LEED EB Silver, with specific criteria for roof ndex.cfm?c=28534
replacements. Additional standards are in place for http://www.portlandonline.com/bps/i
historic buildings and operations and maintenance ndex.cfm?c=50447&a=243213
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The Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS)
promotes integrated land use planning and development
based on sustainability principles and practices. BPS also
develops and implements policies and programs that Contact: Bureau of Planning and
provide environmental, economic, and social benefits to Sustainability BPS South E-mail:
residents, businesses, and government, which strengthen 1900 SW 4th Ave., Ste. 7100
Portland's position as an international model of Portland, OR 97201-5380 Phone:
sustainable practices and commerce. The Green Building 503.823.7700 Contact: BPS North
Oregon, Green Building Program, Program represents a partnership of six development- Address: 721 NW 9th Ave., Ste. 195
v
Portland 2009 related City bureaus and other local organizations. Though Portland, OR 97209-3447 Phone:
its programs and services, the Green Building Program 503-823-7222 E-mail:
focuses on organization and policy development, bps@ci.portland.or.us Website:
demonstration projects, technical assistance, educational http://www.portlandonline.com/bps/i
outreach and access to financial incentives. For residents ndex.cfm?c=28534 Green Building
of the Portland Metro Area, the Green Building Program Hotline: 503.823.5431
acts as a centralized resource for people interested in
incorporating green building practices in residential and
commercial development.
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Information
This bundle of amendments addresses removing barriers Contact: Bureau of Planning and
and new standards to support the following: Remove Sustainability BPS South E-mail:
barriers for solar panels, small urban wind energy systems, 1900 SW 4th Ave., Ste. 7100
Regulatory Improvement and Eco-Roofs; clarify language to allow neighborhood Portland, OR 97201-5380 Phone:
Code Amendment scale renewable energy production; removing barriers to 503.823.7700 Contact: BPS North
Oregon, Package (RICAP) 5 water cisterns, required bike parking in multi-family Address: 721 NW 9th Ave., Ste. 195
m
Portland “Green Bundle” – complexes, and removing barriers to larger eaves, with Portland, OR 97209-3447 Phone:
Summary of Proposals, regards to setbacks. This document is a work in progress. 503-823-7222 E-mail:
May 22, 2009 A formal “Discussion Draft” of proposed Zoning Code bps@ci.portland.or.us Website:
amendments will be published in early June, with a http://www.portlandonline.com/bps/i
Planning Commission hearing scheduled on August 25th, ndex.cfm?c=28534 Green Building
2009. Hotline: 503.823.5431
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Name,
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Contact
Description
Information

of Bucks/Montgomery Counties
Keystone Green Building Initiative is the program of the
Address: 721 Dresher Road - Suite
Pennsylvania, HBA Bucks/Montgomery Counties. The program is based
Keystone Green Building 1200 Horsham, PA 19044 Phone:
Bucks on the NAHB Green Guideline Efficiency and has been v x
Initiative, 2006 215.657.1300 Fax: 215.657.9080
County modified to reflect construction needs for the climate
Website:
region.
http://www.thegbi.org/residential/feat
ured-projects/keystone/
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Name,
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Contact
Description
Information
Contact: John Hoch, Senior Planner;

Pennsylvania, Local Climate Action New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 ft2 Philadelphia City Planning
m
Philadelphia Plan, 2007 or larger must be certified LEED Silver. Commission Phone: 215.683.4653 E-
mail: John.Haak@phila.gov
The city offers a density bonus of an additional 20% Floor

Area Ratio and an additional variance of 20% of the Contat: Alan Greenberger, AIA,
Pennsylvania, Sustainable Development permitted height for all projects that earn LEED for New Executive Director Philadelphia City
v
Philadelphia Density Bonuses, 2007 Construction or LEED for Core and Shell certification. Planning Commission Phone:
The bonus is available in all nonresidential zoning 215.683.4615
districts.
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All new construction and renovations of city-owned

property in which the total project square footage includes Contact: Mayor's Office Room 512,
10,000 gross ft2 of occupied space or the total project cost City-County Building Address: 414
Sustainable Development
Pennsylvania, exceeds two million dollars, and new construction or Grant Street Pittsburgh, PA 15219
for Publicly Financed m
Pittsburgh renovation project that receives Tax Increment Financing Phone: 412.255.2626 Website:
Buildings, 2009
(TIF) must receive a LEED Silver rating level. http://legistar.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/de
tailreport/matter.aspx?key=10286
Any new, substantially expanded, or renovated building

owned by the state, and state agencies, departments, Contact: Rhode Island Office of
offices, boards, commissions, or institutions of higher Energy Resources Address: One
learningmust meet LEED design, construction, operation Capitol Hill Providence, RI 02908-
Green Building Standards
Rhode Island and maintenance standards. Specifically, buildings must 5890 Phone: 401.222.3370 Fax: m
for State Facilities, 2005
be designed to qualify for LEED Silver certification. The 401.222.1260 E-mail:
design, construction, operation, and maintenance of these energyresources@energy.ri.gov
buildings must also evaluate feasible energy efficiency Website: http://www.riseo.state.ri.us
measures on the basis of total life-cycle costs.
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Contact: Rhode Island Department

of Elementary and Secondary
Education Website:
http://www.ride.ri.gov/default.aspx
School Construction The state of Rhode Island has integrated CHPS-NE into
Rhode Island http://www.ride.ri.gov/Finance/fundi m
Standards, 2007 its mandatory construction regulations.
ng/construction/Documents/FY08%2
0Housing%20Aid/Prior%20to%20M
ay%2031%20Updates/School_Const
r_Regs_FINAL.pdf
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Description
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Contact: Providence City Hall

Address: 25 Dorrance Street,
Rhode Island, Municpal Building All new municipal buildings be certified under the LEED
Providence, RI 02903 Phone: m
Providence Ordiance Rating System or the CHPS Rating System.
401.421.7740 TDD: 401.751.0203
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Energy use reduction of 1% annually for five years
beginning July 1, 2008; 20% energy use reduction relative
to 2000 by July 1, 2020. Generally, major facility projects
must be constructed to achieve LEED Silver or receive
Two Globes under the Green Globe rating system; other
Contact: Rick Grant South Carolina
paths to compliance are available based on 30-year life
Energy Office Address: 1200 Senate
cycle cost analysis. All major facility projects in the State
South State Building Energy Street 408 Wade Hampton Building
must be analyzed using a life cycle cost analysis m
Carolina Standards, 2007 Columbia, SC 29201 Phone:
comparing the cost and benefits of designing,
803.737.9852 Fax: 803.737.9846
constructing, maintaining, and operating the facility at the
Website: http://www.energy.sc.gov/
LEED Silver standard or two globes standard, or better,
with certification; normal industry and regulatory
standards as applicable; or some standard between the two
that causes the project to be designed and constructed in a
manner that achieves the lowest thirty-year life cycle cost.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Bin Wilcenski Phone:

Build Green Greater Columbia is the program of the
(803) 256-6238 E-mail:
Green Building Council of Greater Columbia. The
South bin@columbiabuilders.com Blog:
Build Green Greater program is based on the NAHB Model Green Home
Carolina, http://columbiagreenbuilders.blogspo v x
Columbia Guidelines and has been modified to reflect construction
Columbia t.com Website:
needs for the climate region. They are affiliated with
http://www.columbiagreenbuilders.co
NAHB Green.
m/Program.htm
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Contact: Michele Farris Office of

New construction and renovations of state-owned
the State Engineer Address: 523 E.
buildings must achieve at least LEED Silver certification,
High Performance Capitol Avenue Pierre, SD 57501
a two-globe rating on the Green Globes scale, or
South Dakota Building Requirements Phone: 605.773.3899 Fax: m
comparable rating under an accredited sustainable
for State Buildings 605.773.5980 E-mail:
building certification program.
michele.farris@state.sd.us Website:
http://www.state.sd.us/boa/ose/
All new municipal construction to earn LEED Contact: Lauren Johnson, Land Use
certification. The policy applies to municipal buildings in Planner, Economic and Community
which at least 60% of the square footage is occupied Development Department Phone:
Tennessee,
Smart Code, 2007 space. The policy additionally provides a density bonus of 901.751.7637 E-mail: b
Germantown
one additional story for private construction in Smart ljohnson@germantown-tn.gov
Growth Zones T4, T5, and T6 with proof of LEED Website: http://germantown-
Certification. tn.gov/Smart_Growth_Public.html
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and
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Nashville has a voluntary green certificate program, offers
density bonus incentives in designated neighborhoods, and
has mandatory requirements for municipal buildings. In
order to receive a green certificate of occupancy
commercial buildings must earn LEED Certified,
specifically requiring WEc3.1 (20% Water Use
Reduction); residential buildings must submit proof of
LEED or EarthCraft Homes certification. In the
downtown area, development in the Central Business Contact: Metro Planning
District is eligible to increase the Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Department Address: 800 2nd
Tennessee, Green Permit and Zoning
cap from 15 to 17 if the project achieves LEED Silver. Avenue South Nashville, TN 37210 b
Nashville Incentives, 2008
Projects in this district benefit from a FAR of 19 if the Phone: 615.862.7150 Website:
project achieves LEED Gold. In the SoBro http://www.nashville.gov/MPC/
neighborhoods, developments are eligible to increase the
FAR cap from 5 to 7 if the project achieves LEED Silver.
Projects in these neighborhoods benefit from a FAR cap
of 9 if LEED Gold is achieved. All public and publicly-
funded building projects of 5,000 ft2 or greater (or
exceeding $2M in project costs) be designed and built to
LEED Silver certification of the most appropriate LEED
Rating System.
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
EcoBUILD is a voluntary "green building" program
created by Memphis Light, Gas, and Water to stimulate
energy and environmental awareness through the
promotion and use of energy-efficient and
environmentally-friendly technology, materials, and Address: Memphis Light, Gas and
techniques in new home construction. MLGW developed Water 220 South Main Memphis, TN
Tennessee,
a voluntary set of EcoBUILD construction standards that 38103 E-mail:
Shelby EcoBuild v
exceed the newly adopted (January 2009) 2003 EcoBUILD@mlgw.org Website:
County
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and http://www.mlgw.com/SubView.php
common building practices. By following these ?key=about_ecobuild
guidelines, participating builders can construct single-
family and multi-family homes that use 30% less energy
while providing greater occupant comfort and other
environmental benefits.
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Program
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
In 2007 The City of Austin's municipal building standard
was updated, the revised policy sets two criteria for
triggering the LEED Silver requirement for new
construction and major renovations. The project includes
work in the five major LEED categories: sustainable sites,
Contact: Public Information Officer,
water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and
City of Austin Public Works
resources, and indoor environmental quality.
Department Address: 505 Barton
The project has construction costs of $2 million or more.
Springs Road, Suite 1300 Austin, TX
City Council Resolution In addition, smaller renovations, additions, and interior
78701 Phone: 512.974.7065
Texas, Austin No. 000608-43), 2000 finishings costing $300,000 or more and requiring work in m
Website:
(2007 Update) the LEED energy and atmosphere, material and resources,
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/publicwork
and indoor environmental quality categories must also
s/
achieve LEED Silver certification at a minimum.
The 2007 resolution also establishes the creation of best

practice design criteria for buildings that do not meet the
trigger criteria described above, and policies for whole
building operations, including provisions for energy use
monitoring and reduction of building energy use.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of Austin has numerous green building

provisions within the city building code, with
Contact: Sarah Talkington, Austin
requirements that vary according to location, zoning
Energy Green Building Program
designation and building type. The building standards rely
Address: 721 Barton Springs Rd.
on the Austin Energy Green Building Rating system and
Austin, TX 78704-1194 Phone:
the LEED certification system as metrics. In some cases
Austin Energy Green 512.482.5300 E-mail:
developers have the option of achieving compliance under
Texas, Austin Building Rating System sarah.talkington@austinenergy.com b
either of the two systems. Under the Austin Energy Green
Version 2008 Website:
Building Rating System, buildings are awarded up to five
http://www.austinenergy.com/Energy
stars depending on the number and breadth of green
%20Efficiency/Programs/Green%20
building elements that are incorporated into the design. In
Building/Participation/singleFamilyH
terms of energy efficiency, rated buildings are designed to
omeRatingGuide.pdf
exceed the Austin Energy Code.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Austin has adopted modifications to the 2006 IECC,
requiring bower door tests at .50 ACH for new residential
construction, a roof radiant barrier with an emittance of Contact: Richard Morgan, Austin
0.05 or less as tested in accordance with ASTM C-1371, Energy Address: 811 Barton Springs
dust testing to verify leakage of supply ducts and return Rd. Austin, TX 78704 Phone:
plenum/ducts does not exceed 10 percent of total design 512.482.5309 E-mail:
Texas, Austin Austin Energy Code m
airflow, documentation of accurate sizing for HVAC, 25% richard.morgan@austinenergy.com
Energy Star high efficacy lamps, reflective roofing: Website:
pitches less than 2:12 require a minimum reflectance of http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/developme
0.70 or solar reflective index of 78 pitches 2:12 and nt/downloads/2006_energy_code.pdf
greater require minimum reflectance of 0.35 or SRI of 29,
exterior lighting controls, etc.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Zaida Basora, AIA, LEED
AP Dallas Building Inspection
Department Address: 320 E.
Jefferson Blvd, Rm 204 Dallas, TX
75203 Phone: 214.948.4364 E-mail:
New Municipal Construction over 10,000 ft2 must be
zaida.basora@dallascityhall.com
Texas, Dallas Municipal Standard, 2006 LEED Gold, show a 20% reduction in energy, and include m
Website:
1 extra LEED energy point.
http://www.dallascityhall.com/buildi
ng_inspection/index.html
http://www.greendallas.net/green_bui
ldings.html
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Year
Contact
Description
Information
Phase 1, 2009, energy efficiency and water conservation
requirements for all residential and commercial
Contact: Marketing and Media
developments Phase 2, 2011, expanding the initiatives for
Relations Office Phone:
new buildings into a comprehensive green building
214.671.8573 E-mail:
standard requirement. Residential requires submittal of
GreenDallas@dallascityhall.com
checklist from one of the following: Build it Green/Green
Website:
Green Building Program, Points, Green Communities, Green Built North Texas,
Texas, Dallas http://www.greendallas.net/green_bui m
2008 LEED H , or approved equivalent standard. New
ldings.html Contact: Zaida Basora,
commercial construction 50,000 ft2 or larger must show
Dallas Public Works and
85% of LEED certification level points could be attained.
Transportation Phone: 214.948.4634
As of 2011 all new residential construction third party
E-mail:
verified by nationally recognized program and 17.5%
zaida.basora@dallascityhall.com
above the 2006 IECC. New commerical must be LEED
certifiable (registration with USGC not required)
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Development Services

New construction and major renovations of City-owned,
Texas, El Municipal Building Department Address: City of El
occupied, or funded buildings over 5,000 sq ft must earn m
Paso Standards, 2008 Paso 2 Civic Center Plaza El Paso,
LEED Silver certification.
Texas 79901 Phone: 915.541.4000
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Ryan Middleton Frisco,
Department of Planning and
Development Comprehensive and
The mandatory Frisco Green Building Program addresses Environmental Address: 6101 Frisco
both residential and commercial new construction. Square Blvd. Frisco, TX 75034
Commercial elements include energy conservation, Phone: 972.292.5363 Phone:
Texas, Frisco mitigation of heat island effect, water conservation, and 972.292.5000 E-mail: m
2007
construction and demolition waste recycling. Residential rmiddleton@friscotexas.gov
elements include energy, water conservation, indoor air Website:
quality, and construction and demolition waste recycling. http://www.friscotexas.gov/departme
nts/planningdevelopment/greenbuildi
ng/pages/default.aspx
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State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Richard Vella General
Services Department Design and
The Green Building Resolution set a target of Silver level
Construction City of Houston
LEED certification for new construction, replacement
Address: P.O. Box 1562 Houston ,
Texas, Green Building facilities, and major renovations of the city of Houston-
TX 77251 Phone: 713.247.1532 m
Houston Resolution, 2004 owned buildings and facilities with more than 10,000 ft2
Fax: 713.408.9915 E-Mail:
of occupied space. Houston Airport System Department
richard.vella@cityofhouston.net
exempt.
http://www.houstontx.gov/generalser
vices/leed.html
Contact: Greater Houston Builders

Association Address: 9511 West
The Greater Houston Home Builders' Association is the Sam Houston Parkway North
program of the Greater Houston Homebuilder's Houston, TX 77064 Phone:
Greater Houston Home
Texas, Association. The program is based on the NAHB Model 281.970.8970 Fax: 281.970.8971
Builders' Assoc Green v x
Houston Green Home Guidelines and has been modified to reflect Website: www.ghba.org Website:
Building Initiative, 2006
construction needs for the climate region. They are http://www.thegbi.org/residential/feat
affiliated with NAHB Green. ured-
projects/houston/index.pl/guidelines.
asp
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The City of Plano will require the highest level of LEED
Certification possible for all city facilities.
LEED Certification points will be prioritized based on
their ability to provide future energy savings, water
conservation, waste reduction, and improved indoor air
Contact: Nancy Nevil City of Plano
quality. Key factors to incorporate into the design include:
Sustainability & Environmental
1. Use of passive solar energy
Services Dept. Address: 1520
2. Natural lighting (day lighting) and adjustable lighting
Avenue K Plano, TX 75074 Phone:
systems
972.941.7000 E-mail:
Texas, Plano City Policy, 2007 3. Highly reflective roof and building exterior m
Nancyn@plano.gov Website:
4. Indoor Air Quality (low VOC materials and
http://www.plano.gov/ Website:
ventilation)
http://www.plano.gov/Departments/E
5. HVAC energy performance and efficiency
nvironmental%20Services/GreenLivi
6. Use of on-site renewable energy
ng/buildings/Pages/4policy.aspx
7. Waste minimization (recycling, reducing, reusing)
8. Water reclamation and conservation (rainwater
harvesting, use of gray water, soil amendment, native or
adapted landscape material, efficient irrigation
system)Highest LEED possible.
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: 3901 Main Street Rowlett,
TX Phone: 972.412.6125 Phone:
Texas, Green Building Program, All new residential construction must be Energy Star 972.412.6293 E-mail:
m
Rowlett 2008 rated. kstamford@rowlett.com Website:
http://www.ci.rowlett.tx.us/Rowlett/D
epartments/Planning+and+Zoning/Gr
een+Building+Program_landing.htm
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The City of San Antonio supports the adoption and
implementation of energy provisions that result in energy
savings of 15% or greater than the currently adopted code
in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001 supplement and ASHRAE
90.1 1999), the goal of 30% energy savings in 2012 over
the currently adopted code in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001
supplement and ASHRAE 90.1 1999), the goal of net-zero
carbon by 2030. Beginning January 1. 2010, energy usage
in one-and two-family and multi-family dwellings, 3
stories or less, must achieve an efficiency rate of 15%
above the current City of San Antonio energy code that
was in effect in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001 supplement
Contact: Michael Dice,
and ASHRAE 90.1 1999)
Development Specialist Supervisor,
~ Build San Antonio Green, USGBC LEED-H, or other
Customer Assistance Team Phone:
third-party certification program that meets or exceeds the
Texas, San Build San Antonio Green, 210.207.0143 E-mail:
energy requirements as approved by the Code Official m
Antonio 2002 michael.dice@sanantonio.gov
shall be considered 10 compliance. This meets the 15%
Website:
standard referenced above.
http://www.sanantonio.gov/dsd/codes
(g) Beginning January 1, 2010, buildings not covered in
.asp
(b) above must achieve an efficiency rate of 15% above
the current City of San Antonio energy code that was in
effect in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001 supplement and
ASHRAE 90.1 1999) by complying with any of the
following options:
L COMcheck or other software as approved by Planning
and Development Services based on existing codes
(ASHRAE 90.1 1999 & IECC 2000 with 2001
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Utah State Building Board raised the High Performance

Building Rating System standards to require all new state Contact: David Hart, Executive
High Performance
buildings to achieve LEED Silver certification. Director and Architect of the Capitol,
Utah Building Rating System, m
Specifically, new building projects must achieve the Utah State Capitol Complex Email:
2009
following credits: WE Credit 1.1, EA Credit 3, EQ Credit mailto:dhart@utah.gov
3.1, EQ Credit 4.1, EQ Credit 4.2.
Contact: Paul Taylor, Chief

Building Inspector Phone:
Utah, Logan Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 ft2 435.716.9032 E-mail:
m
City Ordinance, 2007 or larger must meet LEED Silver. ptaylor@loganutah.org Website:
http://www.loganutah.org/Communit
yDevelopment/index.cfm
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Year
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Description
Information
Contact: Building Services &

The Expedited Plan Review Process is provided for
Business Licensing Address: 451
Utah, Salt developers who agree, in advance, to meet and/or exceed
Expedited Plan Review South State Street, Room 215-218 v
Lake City the “Silver” level of LEED certification or achieve the
Salt Lake City, UT 84111 Phone:
standards required for an Energy Star rating for homes.
801.535.7752
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
All municipal new construction and major renovation Website:

Utah, Salt
Executive Order greater than 10,000 ft2 must be built to LEED silver http://www.slcgreen.com/pdf/execord m
Lake City
certification levels. erLEED.pdf
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Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
All state agencies and institutions constructing state-
owned facilities over 5,000 gross ft2 in size, and
renovations of such buildings valued at 50% of the Contact: Tommy Thompson,
assessed building value, shall be designed and constructed Department of Mines, Minerals and
consistent with energy performance standards at least as Energy (DMME) VA Division of
stringent as LEED Silver or Green Globes 2 Globes Energy Address: Ninth Street Office
Standards, agencies and institutions are instructed to Building, 8th Floor 202 North Ninth
Executive Order 82,
purchase or lease Energy Star-rated appliances and Street Richmond, VA 23219-3402
Virginia "Greening of State m
equipment, if Energy Star is available for the category of Phone: 804.693.3239 Phone 2:
Government"
equipment/appliance. 804.692.3200 E-mail:
thomas.thompson@dmme.virginia.go
In addition, the order instructs the Commonwealth to v Website:
encourage the private sector to adopt energy-efficient http://dmme.virginia.gov/divisionene
building standards by giving preference when leasing rgy.shtml
facilities for state use to facilities meeting LEED Silver or
Green Globes Two Globes standards.
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Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Address: 1431 W. Main Street

Richmond, VA 23220 Phone:
804.225.9843 E-mail:
EarthCraft Virginia provides a certification process for admin@earthcraftvirginia.org
single family and multifamily projects. It is a partnership Habitat for Humanity Virginia
Virginia EarthCraft Virginia v
between Virginia Community Development Corporation Affiliates, please contact:
and Southface Energy Institute. Steve Reed
E-mail: sreed@habitatvirginia.org
Website:
http://www.ecvirginia.org/index.html
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Jeremy McPike, Project

The Alexandria City Green Building Policy requires all Manager, Alexandria Department of
new municipal buildings to achieve LEED Silver General Services Phone:
Virginia, Green Building Policy, certification as well as all new commercial buildings. The 703.838.4770 E-Mail:
m
Alexandria 2009 policy also requires all new residential buildings to be Jeremy.mcpike@alexandriava.gov
LEED Certified through LEED for Homes, or use the Website:
2008 ICC/NAHB program. http://alexandriava.gov/GreenBuildin
g
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Program
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Arlington County Green Building Density Incentive
Policy applies to special exception site plan requests for
bonus density and/or height. The program uses the LEED
rating system as a standard for measuring each project.
The FAR bonus depends on the level of LEED
Contact: Green Buildings, Arlington
Certification and building type (commercial, high-rise
County Address: 2100 Clarendon
residential). The County established a Green Building
Green Building Density Blvd Arlington, VA 22201 Phone:
Virginia, Fund; builders that do not commit to a LEED rating
Incentive Policy for Site 703.228.4488 Website:
Arlington contribute to the Fund. The contribution is calculated at a m
Plans, 2009 and Green http://www.arlingtonva.us/Departme
County rate of $0.045 per square foot. (This calculation is based
Building Fund nts/EnvironmentalServices/epo/Envir
on the fees assessed by the USGBC for registration and
onmentalServicesEpoIncentiveProgra
evaluation of a formal LEED application.) The Green
m.aspx"
Building Fund is used to provide education and outreach
to developers and the community on green building issues.
If a project receives LEED certification from the USGBC,
the Fund contribution is refunded upon receipt of the final
LEED certification.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Arlington developed the Green Home Choice program to

provide a structure and support system for builders and
Contact: Helen Reinecke-Wilt,
homeowners. The Arlington Green Home Choice program
Environmental Planning Phone:
is based on the Earthcraft House program, a green home
Virginia, 703.228.4792 Website:
rating system designed by the Southface Institute in
Arlington Green Home Choice http://www.arlingtonva.us/Departme v
Atlanta, Georgia. Participants in the program are offered
County nts/EnvironmentalServices/epo/Envir
front-of-the-line plan review, lawn signs indicating
onmentalServicesEpoGreenHomeCh
participation in the program, attendance at County-
oice.aspx
sponsored seminars, and recognition as “green” builders.
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Construction Management

Division Address: 12000
Virginia, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 ft2 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax
m
Fairfax Standards, 2008 or larger must achieve LEED Silver. VA 22035 Ste 463 Phone:
703.324.5111 Website:
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpwes/
Contact: Mayor's Office Address:

All new construction and major renovations of municipal
Virginia, 900 E. Broad St. Suite 201
Resolution, 2009 buildings exceeding 10,000 gross ft2 must achieve LEED m
Richmond Richmond, VA 23219 Phone:
Silver certification.
804.646.7970
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and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Washington State Department of Community, Trade
and Economic Development (CTED) created the
Evergreen Sustainable Development Standard, a set of
green building criteria that will be required for any
affordable housing project applying for State funds
through the WA State Housing Trust Fund (HTF)
beginning in July 2008. The standard is based on a point
system which awards points for a variety of sustainable
building practices including: site location and
neighborhood planning, water conservation, energy Contact: Greg Black, Senior Asset
Manager, WA State Dept of
Evergreen Sustainable efficiency and the incorporation of renewable energy
Commerce Phone: 360.725.2916
Washington Development Standard, technologies, environmentally-conscious construction m
practices, and building materials and improved indoor-air Website:
2008
quality. http://www.commerce.wa.gov/site/10
27/default.aspx
New construction projects must earn a minimum of 50
points and rehabilitation projects must earn 40 points.
Most optional measures are worth 5 points, but can range
from 2 points for installing low-flow faucets to 17 points
for reducing the energy used for space conditioning by
50% when compared to the 2004 IECC building standard.
Installing PV can earn 5 points for the first 1 kilowatt
(kW) per housing unit, and 3 additional points for every
500 W over 1kW, up to 20 points. Solar water heaters that
Voluntary/Ma
Incorpor
State
Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Tim Stewart, Director,

The City of Bellingham requires all new municipal Planning & Community
building construction and renovation over 5,000 ft2 Development Department Address:
Washington, (where the City provides a majority of the funding) to earn 210 Lottie Street Bellingham, WA
LEED Resolution, 2005 b
Bellingham LEED Silver certification. The City also provides a 0.5 98225 Phone: 360.778.8300
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) bonus for private development Website:
that earns LEED Silver certification. http://www.cob.org/government/depa
rtments/pcd/index.aspx
Voluntary/Ma
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
Contact: Mike Bomar, Public

Affairs Director, Building Industry
The local HBA currently offers two certification Association Address: 103 E 29th
Building Industry programs, Earth Advantage and the national NHBA Green Street Vancouver, WA 98663
Washington,
Association of Clark Guidelines. Certification with the new ICC/NAHB Phone: 360.694.0933 E-mail: v x
Clark County
County, Green Building Standard 700-2008 is being discussed with Clark County MBomar@biaofclarkcounty.org
as a potential partner. Website:
http://biaofclarkcounty.org/?location
=home
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Program
Adopted
and
Name,
Year
Contact
Description
Information
The Green Building Act of 2006 phases in green building Contact: Sharon Cooke Address:
in DC. It requires Commercial buildings to be LEED District Department of the
Silver, and Residential buildings to meet Green Environment, Energy Division 2000
Communities standards. From October 1, 2007 to 14th Street, NW, 300 East
Washington, September 30, 2008, only DC-owned or funded building Washington, DC 20009 Phone:
District of Green Building Act, 2006 projects over 10,000 ft2 of new or substantial construction 202.673.6700 Fax: 202.673.6725 v
Columbia (commercial and residential) needed to meet the Website:
standards. Each year between October 2009 and 2012, http://ddoe.dc.gov/ddoe/cwp/view,a,
more types of construction will be required to meet Green 1209,q,493706,ddoeNav_GID,1478,
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development greater than 50,000 ft2 must comply.
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Contact: Allan Giffen, Director,

Planning Department Phone:
New municipal buildings 5,000 ft2 or larger must meet
425.257.8731 E-mail:
Washington, Municipal Building LEED Silver. The bill encourages appropriate
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Everett Standards, 2007 departments to budget for and attend sustainable building
http://www.everettwa.org/cityhall/ins
training and/or obtain LEED accreditation.
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Residential and commercial builders are encouraged to

use green building programs such as Built Green and Contact: Resource Conservation
LEED as a guide for more sustainable projects. Office Phone: 425.837.3400 E-mail:
rco@ci.issaquah.wa.us Website:
To qualify for incentives, residential projects must certify http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/Files/S
Washington,
Built Green under Built Green with at least 300 points; commercial ustainable%20building- v
Issaquah
projects must reach LEED certification. The city offers in- commercial.pdf Website:
house technical assistance, and references for additional http://www.ci.issaquah.wa.us/Files/S
free consulting and assistance. Financial rebates are ustainable%20building-
offered for certain efficiency features, expedited plan residential.pdf
review, and marketing are also provided.
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Built Green is a residential building program of the
Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish
Counties, developed in partnership with King County,
Snohomish County, and other agencies in Washington
State. Building and development projects are qualified
using one of four Built Green checklists, depending on the
type of project, organized into categories. Builders, Contact: Master Builders
remodelers, architects and developers use the checklists Association of King and Snohomish
Washington, prior to construction to determine which features to Counties Address: 335 116th
King and include in the home. When construction is complete, Avenue SE Bellevue WA 98004
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Snohomish builders send a signed copy of the checklist to the MBA, Phone: 425.460.8238 Fax:
Counties certifying that the home identified in the application 425.646.5985 E-mail:
contains the identified features. Unlike most other Built builtgreen@mbaks.com Website:
Green Programs, the number of points required is http://www.builtgreen.net/index.html
dependent upon the size of home.
Based upon the builder’s submission, and after reviewing

the application, the MBA will award the appropriate
Certificate of Merit indicating that the home has received
a 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-Star rating.
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Central Washington Homebuilders Association (Yakima,
Kittitas County) Built Green is a residential building Contact: Carly Faul, MBA, CGP,
program developed in partnership with the Central Executive Officer Address: 3301 W.
Washington, Central Washington
Washington Home Builders Association, Washington Nob Hill Blvd. Yakima, WA 98902
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State Department of Ecology, and other agencies in Phone: 509.454.4006 Website:
County Built Green
Washington State. The HBA provides Built Green www.cwhba.org Website:
certification based on a local adaptation of the NAHB www.builtgreencw.org
Model Green Home Building Guidelines.
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The Tacoma- Pierce County Built Green Program
includes land development, new single and multi-family
home construction, and remodeling components. The
Tacoma-Pierce County Built Green Program is a
Office Address: 1120 Pacific Ave.
certification program that recognizes industry members
#301, Tacoma, WA 98401 Mailing
who build above and beyond regulatory code. Because the
Washington, Address: PO Box 1913, Tacoma,
Tacoma- Pierce County program is menu-driven, Built Green homes and remodels
Pierce WA 98401 Phone: 253.272.2112 v x
Built Green Program will be unique. Developers, builders and remodelers will
County Website:
be able to complete a checklist with over 200 Built Green
http://www.builtgreenpierce.com/pro
Action Items to choose from. Depending on the type of
fessionals.php
project and specific items included, construction projects
will be awarded up to a 5-star rating. The program is
sponsored by the Washington State Department of
Ecology, Puget Sound Energy and Tacoma Power.
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In a broad partnership of City resources, Washington State
Contact: Jayson Antonoff, City
Department of Energy, Puget Sound Electric and others,
Green Building Acting Manager
Seattle provides customized green building education,
Address: Department of Planning
early design guidance, technical assistance, incentives,
and Development, 700 Fifth Ave.,
and recognition of sustainable building. They recognize
Suite 2000, P.O. Box 34019, Seattle,
Washington, and support a variety of third party verification programs
CITY Green Building WA 98124-4019 Phone: v x
Seattle including Built Green and LEED. They have published a
206.684.8880 Phone: 206.684.4643
series of green guides for various project types and
Website:
resource lists. The City not only provides extensive
http://www.cityofseattle.net/dpd/Gree
information on external incentives, it also provide
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expedited review service, etc.
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Contact: Christopher M. Fletcher,
AICP, City Director of Planning
Address: 389 Spruce Street
West
Morgantown, WV 26505 Phone:
Virginia, Municipal Building New municipal buildings or major renovations 10,000 ft2
304.284.7431 E-mail: m
Morgan Resolution, 2006 or larger must be certified LEED Silver.
cfletcher@cityofmorgantown.org
Town
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Address: Green Built Home,

Green Built Home is also available as a co-branded Home
Wisconsin Environmental Initiative,
Certification with the NAHB program. It is run by the
16 N. Carroll Street, Suite 840,
Wisconsin Environmental Initiative. Certification can be
Madison, WI 53703 Phone:
Wisconsin, Wisconsin Green Built attained for new construction, remodeling, multi-family,
608.280.0360 Fax: 608.280.0361 E- v x
Madison Home and there are specific requirements for waterfront
mail: info@wi-ei.org Website:
property. There are currently no jurisdictions,
http://wi-
municipalities, or utilities providing incentives to
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homebuilders for participation.
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Contact: Mayor Dave Cieslewicz,

City of Madison Address: Mayor's
Green Building
Wisconsin, New municipal buildings or major renovations 5,000 ft2 Office, 210 MLK, Jr. Blvd., Room
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Madison or larger must be certified LEED Silver. 403, City-County Bldg., Madison,
buildings, 2008
WI 53703-3342 Phone:
608.266.4611
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Developed by Southface Energy Group, Inc in partnership

Phone: 404.604.3636 E-mail:
with US DOE's Build America Program. EarthCraft House
echinfo [at] earthcrafthouse.org
is a point based program that includes Energy Star
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certification in it's baseline. EarthCraft is used in
http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/Abo
Alabama, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and
ut/newhomes.htm
Georgia.
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Contact: Carolyn Sarno, Northeast

Collaborative for High Performing Schools. Originally a Energy Efficiency Partnerships, Inc.
Collaborative for High California Standard, it is being revised to address regional Address: 5 Militia Drive, Lexington,
Performance Schools factors and adopted by states and school districts across Massachusetts 02421 v
(CHPS) the country. Within this document only the NE states and Phone: 781.860.9177x119 E-mail:
their relationship to CHPS have been identified. csarno@neep.org Website:
http://www.chps.net/
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The New Buildings Institute Core Performance Guide

now provides a guided path to achieving energy
Contact: Stacey Hobart, New
performance that is 20-30% above the performance called
Buildings Institute Phone:
for in ASHRAE 90.1-2004. This only applies to
Core Performance Guide 503.407.2148 E-mail:
commercial development. Developed by the New
stacey@newbuildings.org Website:
Buildings Institute, this fee-based program is available
http:www.newbuildings.org
nationally. It is designed for commercial buildings 10,000
to 70,000 ft2.
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In 2007 the National Association of Home Builders
(NAHB) and the International Code Council (ICC)
partnered to establish a nationally-recognizable standard.
A consensus committee was formed to develop this

standard in compliance with the requirements of the
American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The
resulting ANSI approved ICC-700-2008 National Green
Building Standard defines green building for single and
multifamily homes, residential remodeling projects and NAHB Website:
site development projects while still allowing for the http://www.nahbgreen.org/Guidelines
ICC-700-2008 National flexibility required for regionally-appropriate best "green"
/ansistandard.aspx
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2008 Similar to other points-based prescriptive programs, a http://www.iccsafe.org/e/prodsearch.
builder, remodeler or developer must incorporate a html?words=9551S08
minimum number of features in the following areas:
energy, water, and resource efficiency, lot and site
development, indoor environmental quality, and
homeowner education. The more points accrued, the
higher the score.
The Standard, however, includes more mandatory items

and suggests that higher thresholds be met in several
categories. The Standards are written as code language,
giving municipalities the ability to adopt them as code.
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A licensed third-party verification system, Earth Phone: 888.EARTH33
Advantage is available in Oregon, Washington and (888.327.8433) Website:
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Massachusetts. The focus is energy efficiency and http://www.earthadvantage.com/abou
resource conservation. t.php
Build it Green/Green Points is a membership supported

non-profit organization whose mission is to promote
healthy, and energy- and resource-efficient homes in
California. They offer local government support,
Phone: 510.845.0472 Address:
professional training, collaboration forums, consumer
Green Points Rating 1434 University Avenue Berkeley,
education, and green product marketing to a range of b
System CA 94702 E-mail:
stakeholders. They offer two points-based verification
greenpointrated@builditgreen.org
systems, one for new homes, and existing homes. It is
used by jurisdictions as a mandatory or voluntary third
party certification program, and as a basis from which to
document a number of elements, without the certification.
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A program of the Northwest Energy Efficient
Manufactured Housing Program (NEEM), eco-rated
homes is sponsored by the Oregon and Idaho State Energy
Contact: Tom Hewes, Oregon State
Offices, Montana Department of Environmental Quality,
Department of Energy Phone:
Washington State University Energy Program, and
503.373.7875 Phone: 800.221.8035.
USDOE. The eco-rated engineered green home process
Eco-rated Engineered E-mail: tom.hewes@state.or.us
focuses on five key areas of a home and its construction. v
Homes Website: www.eco-rated.com
Each has minimum program standards that must be agreed
to by a participating builder. Each of the measures are
inspected during the construction process and further
reviewed by quarterly facility inspections. Criteria for
each measure are based on accepted industry and building
science standards and requirements within each category.
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First published in 2005, the NAHB Model Green Home
Building Guidelines were written by a group of builders,
researchers, environmental experts, and designers to
provide guidance for builders engaged in or interested in
green building products and practices for residential
design, development, and construction. The Guidelines Address: 1201 15th Street, NW,
were also written to serve as a "baseline" so that NAHB Washington, DC 2005, Phone:
members could easily develop local green building 800.368.5242 Phone:
NAHB Green Guidelines programs. Divided into two parts, the Guidelines cover 877.NAHB.GRN (877.624.2476) v x
seven areas: lot design; resource efficiency; energy Website:
efficiency; water efficiency, indoor environmental quality, http://www.nahbgreen.org/Guidelines
homeowner education, and global impact. The Guidelines /nahbguidelines.aspx
offer three levels of green building: Bronze, Silver, and
Gold. This program is supported and verified through
local Home Builders Associations, sometimes in
partnerships with state energy offices, utilities, and other
entities.
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Contact: Justin Dunning, LEED AP,

A voluntary third party rating system owned by the
CGB Program Manager Phone:
Building Industry Institute and administered by Consol.
209.473.5076 Fax: 209.474.0817 E-
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California Green Builder mail: JDunning@ConSol.ws v
four stories or less multi-family, can earn California Green
Website:
Builder certification by meeting all program requirements
http://www.cagreenbuilder.org/index.
and by following certain protocols.
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Earthcraft Requirements include Energy Star certification, and compliance

with 2006 IECC, Energy Star Homes are 15% more efficient than the
IRC/IECC. Mandatory requirements include an extensive air sealing
checklist, blower door test minimum at ,0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased
insulation levels (per climate zone), window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC
designed and installed per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct blaster test results <
Energy
15% floor area TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor area leakage to outside,
Star, x x
Includes optional requirements in air sealing, insulation, windows, roof,
Earthcraft
HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test water heating and lighting and appliances.
Sample options include interior air sealing, blower door test results at < .40 or
<.45 ELR, increased insulation, certified passive solar design, attic radiant
barrier, Energy Star roof, zone controlled HVAC, duct in conditioned spaces,
increased return air ducts or transfer grills, reduced duct blaster results, solar
water heating, Energy Star Advanced Lighting Package.
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All state departments and agencies implement no cost energy efficiency
practices, as outlined and distributed to state departments and agencies by the
Department of Finance and the Department of Economic and Community
Affairs-Energy, Weatherization and Technology Division.
All state departments and agencies designate an Energy Officer to be given

the authority to study, investigate and recommend to the department/agency
director, for implementation, energy saving procedures and practices in the
department/agency, as well as the authority to review and verify that energy
bills are correct and billed at the most advantageous rate for which the
x agency/facility/department is entitled.
All state departments and agencies employ the latest energy conservation
practices in the design, construction, renovation, operation and
maintenance of state facilities and when replacing or purchasing new
equipment shall purchase Energy Star labeled equipment whenever cost
effective.
Departments and agencies may participate in energy performance

contracting for energy saving capital projects. Example found at
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Commercial LEED Certification - below is summarized from LEED NC,

details vary according to certification program,
Mandatory: Minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or
use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy
Design Guidelines. LEED Options Include: Optimize Energy Performance,
On-Site Renewable Energy, Enhanced Commissioning, Enhanced Refrigerant
Management, measurement & Verification, and Green Power.
ICC/NAHB Residential Standard Energy Efficiency: Minimum
Performance Path: Exceed 2006 IECC by 15% plus two points. Minimum
NAHB/ICC
x x Prescriptive Path: 30 points from Section 703, including 2 from 704. Point
Standard
options include: Percent improvement of Envelope UA, points depend on
percentage above code, insulation graded I or II by third-party inspection,
exterior mass walls, third-party verification of an enhanced insulation and
installation checklist, enhanced fenestration specifications, increased HVAC
efficiencies, Energy Star lighting and appliances, south facing window
overhangs, solar hot water, ductless heating and cooling, whole house leakage
from 5-1 ACH50, etc. Most point values for the above categories are based
on climate zone. Most categories also have specifications for additions and
remodels.
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receive rebates based on improvement between pre and post inspections.
Common improvements include: replacing heating system, replacing water
x x
heater, replacing windows, air tightening, installing proper ventilation
systems, replacing old heating systems with newer, more efficient ones,
adding insulation to the attics and foundations
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Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized from LEED NC,

details vary according to certification program. Mandatory: minimum 10%
compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance
x x or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options
include: optimize energy performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced
commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement &
verification, and green power.
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Residential: Compliance with the 2006 IECC

Mandatory: 15% above the 2006 IECC or meet the Energy Star for
Homes Certification, Continuous air barrier shown on the building plans,
Design heating, cooling and duct system to ACCA Manual J and D, Mastic
mandatory on all duct systems, Energy Star programmable thermostat, Install
three junction boxes that can accommodate reversible, multi-speed ceiling
fans, Gravity vented heating and water heating equipment installed in spaces
sealed from the inside of the house. Light colored reflective wall and ceiling
surfaces on at least 50% of the surface area based on the light reflective value,
All hot water lines to be insulated.
x x
Additional points are provided for features that include:
Conditioned attics or radiant barrier installed in the attic, Cool roofs, Air
leakage rates < 0.25 nACH, Shading devices installed on windows with a
Shading Coefficient <
orientation to have 20% of the total glazing, Use of evaporative cooling or
water or ground source heat pumps, Windows configured to allow for cross
ventilation, 50% of the light fixtures to be 40 lumens per watt, Credit is
provided for the installation of a fuel cell or photovoltaic system, High
efficiency water heating systems.
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Commercial and Municipal – To qualify for expedited plan review and

LEED certification rebates, commercial projects must meet LEED Silver or
higher. Mandatory prerequisites: At least three Water Efficiency points,
x x x x including at least one point from Water Efficient Landscaping, At least one
point from Sustainable Sites, Heat Island Effect, At least one point from
Energy & Atmosphere, On-site Renewable Energy; or at least four points
from Optimize Energy Performance
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Energy related prerequisites include Energy Star built in appliances,

programmable thermostats, insulated hot water pipes, providing County with
copies of all utility bills for a period of two years to assess the performance of
the home. Optional points include orientation, exterior shading, air lock
x x
vestibules, passive solar, onsite renewable energy, additional Energy Star
appliances, passive clothes drying systems, increased levels of non-
incandescent lights, higher levels of insulation, blower door test results 0.35
ACH or less, project participation in other third party verification programs.
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details vary according to certification program. Mandatory: minimum
10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core
x x Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design Guidelines.
LEED options include: optimize energy performance, on-site renewable
energy, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management,
measurement & verification, and green power.
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Residential – Program based on house size (2,300 ft2) with smaller homes
gaining points and larger homes losing points (subtract 1 point for each 200
ft2 over 2,300 ft2. Three paths are available for compliance with the energy
provisions: Performance path: Meet 2006 IECC requirements, HERS
Testing, Additional points are allowed based on percent better than code (up
to 75 for a net-zero energy home)
Energy Program Path – Meet one of the following programs: ENERGY
STAR for Homes, or Tucson Electric Guaranteed Home Program, or EPAct
Home Certification
Prescriptive Path – Meet 2006 IECC, and: Size the HVAC system using
x
Manual J. Design and install duct system to Manual D specifications and seal
with mastic. Seal off duct system during construction. Install ENERGY
STAR programmable thermostat and bathroom exhaust fan. Install ENERGY
STAR rated windows and skylights. Additional points available for the
ducts in conditioned space, Quality insulation installation (Grade 1),

ENERGY STAR rated roofing material (“cool roof”), Rigid board insulation
on exterior walls, Blown/sprayed-in insulation, Energy trusses High efficiency
heating and cooling equipment (e.g., evaporative cooling or hydronic radiant
cooling).
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Residential Mandatory features: Protect exterior entrances from direct
summer sun; 15% above 2006 IECC or ENERGY STAR Certification;
Continuous air barrier; Size heating and cooling systems per ACCA Manual J
(IRC requirement); Size duct system per ACCA Manual D – returns for all
rooms (IRC requirement); Provisions for installation for multi-speed ceiling
fans; Light Reflective Value (LRV) surface colors for 50% of wall and ceiling
surfaces; Task lighting installed in three separate task areas; Insulate all DHW
piping; Homeowner’s manual required with operation and maintenance
information
Options -The energy section of this comprehensive point based system

provides for optional points in 4 of 14 possible categories: Energy Rating
and Performance; Thermal Envelope; HVAC; Electrical Power Lighting and
Appliances; Plumbing; A minimum of 50 points must be selected from the 14
categories that include all possible green features.
Commercial - Must meet all prerequisites in Commercial Building Checklist

including: Reducing heat island effect; On-site shielding of site lighting; Meet
ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 or 2003 IECC; Reduce design energy cost 20%
(compared to the energy cost budget for energy systems regulated by
ASHRAE Standard 90.1, as demonstrated by a whole building simulation
using the Energy Cost Budget Method; Fundamental Building Systems
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15%, Tier 2 exceed it by 30% Low-rise residential must meet or exceed
x x x x x
the current Title 24. Prescriptive Approach includes specific metering and
commissioning requirements, exterior shading and orientation, etc.
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Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design Guidelines.
Build it energy, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management,
x Green/Gree x measurement & verification, and green power. Build it Green/Green
n Points Points Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum threshold for is 15%
above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure is the Energy Star with Indoor Air
Package Certification. Options include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass
and other passive solar features, blower door test, onsite renewable power
generation, install HVAC and ductwork in conditioned space, design and
install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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Commercial and Municipal – To qualify for expedited plan review and

LEED certification rebates, commercial projects must meet LEED Silver or
higher. Mandatory prerequisites: At least three Water Efficiency points,
including at least one point from Water Efficient Landscaping, At least one
point from Sustainable Sites, Heat Island Effect, At least one point from
x x x x
Energy & Atmosphere, On-site Renewable Energy; or at least four points
from Optimize Energy Performance Residential LEED H - Mandatory
prerequisite, Energy Star certification and Refrigerant Charge test, Options
include Exceptional Energy Performance, Efficient Hot Water Distribution,
Pipe Insulation, and Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants.
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Mandatory: Minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use
x x x x of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design
Guidelines. LEED Options Include: Optimize Energy Performance, On-Site
Renewable Energy, Enhanced Commissioning, Enhanced Refrigerant
Management, measurement & Verification, and Green Power.
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California Green Builder Energy Efficiency: the minimum threshold for

CGB is either certifying as a ComfortWise homes (another program of
Consul), or by meeting the following: HVAC system designed to the Air
Conditioning Contractors of America Manuals J, S, and D or recognized
equivalent protocols, 15% more energy efficient than Title 24 requires, or is
CGB x x
equivalent to an Energy Star® Home, the CEC’s “Lowered Duct Leakage”
criteria shall be met. The CGB certified HERS rater inspections include
insulation, caulking, windows, water heating, HVAC systems, duct blaster
and blower door tests, and the California Green Building Standards Code
checklist.
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CGB is either certifying as a ComfortWise homes (another program of
Consul), or by meeting the following: HVAC system designed to the Air
Conditioning Contractors of America Manuals J, S, and D or recognized
equivalent protocols, 15% more energy efficient than Title 24 requires, or is
CGB x x
equivalent to an Energy Star® Home, the CEC’s “Lowered Duct Leakage”
criteria shall be met. The CGB certified HERS rater inspections include
insulation, caulking, windows, water heating, HVAC systems, duct blaster
and blower door tests, and the California Green Building Standards Code
checklist.
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Build it Green/Green Points Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum

threshold for is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure is the Energy
Build it
Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options include Energy Star
Green/Gree x
appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar features, blower door test,
n Points
onsite renewable power generation, install HVAC and ductwork in
conditioned space, design and install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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Build it Green/Green Points Certification Energy Efficiency:

Minimum threshold for is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot
Build it measure is the Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification.
Green/Gre x x x x Options include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other
en Points passive solar features, blower door test, onsite renewable power
generation, install HVAC and ductwork in conditioned space, design
and install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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Minimum threshold for is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure
is the Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options
include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar
features, blower door test, onsite renewable power generation, install
HVAC and ductwork in conditioned space, design and install HVAC
Build it
to ACCA Manual J, D, and S. Commercial LEED Certification:
x Green/Gre x x x
below is summarized from LEED NC, details vary according to
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certification program. Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance beyond
ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of
ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options
include: optimize energy performance, on-site renewable energy,
enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management,
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Minimum Requirements - Provide pre-approved photovoltaic plans,

pre-wire for PVs, install Energy Star dishwasher, test ducts for
x x x leakage. Point Options: Exceed Title 24 by 10-20%; Achieve Energy
Star Certification; Provide exterior shading; install compact
fluorescents; showcase energy efficient features in model homes; etc.
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Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized from

LEED NC, details vary according to certification program.
Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-
2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's
x x
Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include:
optimize energy performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced
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Build it commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement &
x Green/Gre x x x x verification, and green power. Build it Green/Green Points
en Points Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum threshold for is 15%
above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure is the Energy Star with Indoor
Air Package Certification. Options include Energy Star appliances,
thermal mass and other passive solar features, blower door test, onsite
renewable power generation, install HVAC and ductwork in
conditioned space, design and install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D,
and S.
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Commercial Compliance Mandatory 15% above Title 24.

Residential Minimum threshold for Build it Green/Green Points
Certification is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure is the
Build it
Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options include
Green/Gre x
Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar features,
en Points
blower door test, onsite renewable power generation, install HVAC
and ductwork in conditioned space, design and install HVAC to
ACCA Manual J, D and S.
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x Provides no-cost shade trees, delivered and planted.

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x x Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include:
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A wide variety of point options are provided for increased energy

efficiency: Exceed Title 24 by 20%, Increased insulation, use of
x SIPS, tankless water heaters, compact fluorescent bulbs, Energy Star
appliances and fixtures, install duct work in conditioned space,
windows and doors more efficient than required, etc.
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x Residential Compliance must meet or exceed Title 24 by 15%

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Green
Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum threshold for is 15%
Points
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Replacement/Addition of the following: permanent solar power such

as solar photovoltaic; solar thermal systems; tank less domestic water
x x x
heaters; windows and/or doors containing glass; and high efficiency
heating, venting, and air-conditioning systems
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The City of Mission Viejo's program offers a wide variety of point

options for increased energy efficiency: Increased efficiencies in
building envelope and HVAC, compact fluorescent bulbs, Energy Star
x
appliances and fixtures, install duct work in conditioned space,
incorporate passive solar features, provide exterior shading, pre-wire
for (or install) solar hot water or photovoltaics.
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x x x x Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include:
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Non-Residential Performance Approach, Tier 1 - Exceed 2007 Title

24 by 15%, Tier 2 exceed it by 30% Low-rise residential must
x x x meet or exceed the current Title 24. Prescriptive Approach includes
specific metering and commissioning requirements, exterior shading
and orientation, etc.
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Mandatory: exceed Title 24 standards by at least 10%, with the

exception of homes over 4,000 square feet, which are required to
x x x
exceed Title 24 by 15%. Optional: photovoltaic on new and existing
homes and businesses
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x Green/Gre x x x verification, and green power. Build it Green/Green Points
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x x x x Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include:
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Build it is the Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options
Green/Gre x x include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar
en Points features, blower door test, onsite renewable power generation, install
to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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Earth Residential Minimum threshold for Earth Advantage is 20% better

x
Advantage than Title 24.
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The minimum threshold for CGB is either certifying as a

ComfortWise homes (another program of Consul) , or by meeting the
following: HVAC system designed to the Air Conditioning
Contractors of America Manuals J, S, and D or recognized equivalent
protocols, 15% more energy efficient than Title 24 requires, or is
CGB x x
equivalent to an ENERGY STAR® Home, the CEC’s “Lowered Duct
Leakage” criteria shall be met. The CGB certified HERS rater
inspections include insulation, caulking, windows, water heating,
HVAC systems, duct blaster and blower door tests and the California
Green Building Standards Code checklist.
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x Minimum threshold is 10-15% better than Title 24, depending on ft2.

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Commercial projects must exceed Title 24 by 25% to qualify,

x x x
Residential projects must exceed Title 24 15%
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The energy budget, per Title 24 calculations, for a residence greater

than 3,500 ft2 must be no greater than that of a 3,500 ft2 residence.
x
This applies to both new construction and additions resulting in such
ft2.
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Minimum compliance is to meet Title 24, or exceed by 20%

depending upon level of certification. Option points for Blower
door test results better than 30 ACH, Grade II insulation, advanced
framing and use and verification of thermal bypass checklist, NFRC
labeled windows U-factor .35 or less, solar design features such as
x
orientation, exterior shading, exceeding Title 24 by up to 40%,
installing photovoltaics, Energy Star HVAC and appliances, pre-
wiring for fans, eliminating need for AC, installing humidistats/timers,
high efficiency water heater, efficient natural light, outdoor light and
interior compact fluorescents, etc.
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Minimum threshold for is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot
measure is the Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification.
Options include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other
passive solar features, blower door test, onsite renewable power
Build it
generation, install HVAC and ductwork in conditioned space, design
x Green/Gre x
and install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D, and S. ace, design and
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install HVAC to ACCA Manual J, D and S. Residential LEED H
Option: Mandatory prerequisite, Energy Star certification and
Refrigerant Charge test, Options include Exceptional Energy
Performance, Efficient Hot Water Distribution, Pipe Insulation, and
Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants
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All projects must exceed Title 24 compliance by 10%.

Prescriptive compliance options are available as well.
Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized from LEED
NC, details vary according to certification program. Mandatory:
minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of
NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy
x x x x x
Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,
enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, and
green power.
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Baseline Commercial and Residential: All projects must exceed

Title 24 compliance by 15%. Prescriptive compliance options are
available as well. Commercial LEED Certification: below is
summarized from LEED NC, details vary according to
certification program. Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance
beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or
one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED
Build it options include: optimize energy performance, on-site renewable
x Green/Gre x x x energy, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management,
en Points measurement & verification, and green power. Build it
Green/Green Points Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum
threshold for is 15% above 2005 Title 24. A pilot measure is the
Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options include
Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar features,
blower door test, onsite renewable power generation, install HVAC
and ductwork in conditioned space, design and install HVAC to
ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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enPoint Certification Energy Efficiency: Minimum threshold for is 15%
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verification, and green power. California Green
Builder Energy Efficiency: the minimum threshold for CGB is either
x CGB x x x x certifying as a ComfortWise homes (another program of Consul), or
by meeting the following: HVAC system designed to the Air
Conditioning Contractors of America Manuals J, S, and D or
recognized equivalent protocols, 15% more energy efficient than Title
24 requires, or is equivalent to an Energy Star® Home, the CEC’s
“Lowered Duct Leakage” criteria shall be met. The CGB certified
HERS rater inspections include insulation, caulking, windows, water
heating, HVAC systems, duct blaster and blower door tests, and the
California Green Building Standards Code checklist.
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West Hollywood Mandatory items for residential and commercial:

Comply with Title 24; Provide roof location and install conduit from
roof to electrical room for future photovoltaic system (PV)
installation; Install Energy Star appliances; Install energy efficient
x x x x x outdoor lighting. Commercial project point options: Increased energy
efficiency, pre-plumb for solar hot water, install solar hot water
heaters or PVs, tankless water heaters, exterior shading, timers or
photo sensors on exterior lighting, install Energy Star or cool roofs,
etc. LEED exempts local checklist.
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green power.
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The square footage of the home dictates the number of points and
level of energy efficiency required in this comprehensive program.
For example: Homes < 2,500 ft2 must comply with the 2006 IECC,
have an 85 AFUE furnace and a 14 SEER AC, or have a HERS Index
of 80 or less Homes >8,001 ft2, HERS Index of < 65 and a > 94 %
AFUE furnace and > 17 SEER AC.
x Additional points can be gained under the following categories:
Efficient Insulation measures, Mechanical equipment measures
including proper design, Efficient duct installation and eliminating
ductwork in unconditioned space, Efficient appliances and automatic
lighting controls Passive solar design
Reduction of cooling load on building
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Residential Mandatory features include: Meet minimum HERS Index

based on square footage with a minimum Index of 70 required for
up to 3,000 ft2 houses and a maximum Index of 35 for residences
over 5,001 ft2, Requires 50% of installed lighting to have efficiency of
40 Lumens/watt of greater, Additionally up to 60 Green Points must
be selected based on floor area of building in addition to the
mandatory requirements. Energy features include: Increased
x x
insulation levels, Low U-factor and SHGC windows, Heating and
cooing system commissioning, Ground source heat pumps, ENERGY
STAR boilers, Direct vent space and water heaters, Zoned radiant
heating, Passive cooling, Whole house fans, Evaporative cooling,
ENERGY STAR lighting and appliances, Passive and active solar
space and water heating systems, Advanced framing techniques, etc
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Mandatory program requires a HERS Index Rating with a sliding scale

based on the building area. A maximum HERS Index of 85 must be
achieved for buildings up to 1,000 ft2 and buildings greater than
8,001 ft2 must achieve a HERS Index Rating < 10.
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Minimum standard is compliance with 2003 IECC or certified

Energy Star rating and HERS of 100 or less, or a designated
prescriptive path. Houses over 3000 ft2 must supply part of the
energy use in the home on-site or elect to provide off site mitigation
through a fee payment option. Exterior energy use, such as snow melt
equipment, hot tubs, etc must be mitigated. Option points include
x
increased envelope and HVAC efficiencies, blower door test showing
ACH of 0.35 or less, insulating hot water pipes, Manual J calculations
used for sizing mechanical equipment, programmable thermostats,
thermostats in individual rooms, avoid mechanical air conditioning,
properly sized overhangs, solar hot water rough in, passive solar
design, solar hot water heating, space heating, photovoltaics, etc.
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Residential - The square footage of the home dictates the number of
2,000 ft2 to 100 points for homes > 8,000 ft2.

Points are possible from the following categories: High efficiency
heating system, thermostat and duct systems, High efficiency water
heating system, HERS Rating of 80 or less, Increased insulation and
glazing efficiency, Efficient light system and controls, ENERGY
STAR appliances, Blower door testing, Points can also be purchased
at a rate of $10 per point per floor area of house size divided by the
x x x total number of points needed.
Commercial - All buildings are required to achieve a point total of 70.

Points can be achieved under energy for the following types of
measures: Building Commissioning, Air sealing measures, High
efficiency heating systems, Evaporative cooling or no compressor air
conditioning, No ducts in unconditioned space, High efficiency water
heating, Duct leakage testing, Reduction in exterior lighting, Efficient
interior lighting and controls, Building shell insulation, Efficient
windows, Mandatory measure required: Combustion analysis report
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Commercial LEED Certification - below is summarized from

LEED NC, details vary according to certification program,
Mandatory: Minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-
x x
Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED Options Include:
Optimize Energy Performance, On-Site Renewable Energy, Enhanced
Commissioning, Enhanced Refrigerant Management, measurement &
Verification, and Green Power.
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Commercial buildings greater than 5,000 ft must be LEED silver.
Less than 5,000 ft2 may opt to comply with the prescriptive code
(below). Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized
from LEED NC, details vary according to certification program.
x x x x verification, and green power.
Residential, and Commercial Less than 5,000 ft2. Mandatory
requirements include the Prescriptive Energy Code, which
includes high envelope and equipment efficiences than the 2006
IECC. Buildings from 3000-5000 must also have 92% furnaces, duct
leakage testing, etc.; residences larger than 5,000 ft2 must have a
HERS rating of 70 or less and a blower door test of less than .35
ACH, etc. Alternative compliance path: ENERGY STAR certified
with a HERS rating equivalent to that required in the Green Building
Standards for home size, LEED Silver certified, or Built Green and
achieves a HERS rating equivalent to that required in the Green
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Energy Star certification is mandatory, via either the prescriptive or

performance path, minimized exterior lighting (5500 lumens or less)
to meet International Dark Sky Standard for Nighttime Light
Pollution. Additional points include increased efficiencies, increased
overhangs, vegetated roof, entry airlock, insulated window shades,
insulated water heaters or tankless, ground source heat pump, zoned
radiant with slab edge insulation, daylighting, Passive Solar Space
Heating That Includes: A) South facing glazing, B) Properly sized
overhangs and C) Installation of appropriately sized thermal mass for
glazing, pre-plumb and pre-wire for solar, etc.
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Mandatory measures: 87-88% AFUE furnace, 0.63 EF gas water

heaters and 0.93 for electric, Optional point measures include
increased envelope insulation, increased equipment efficiencies,
x x
daylighting, passive solar design features, blower door test 0.45 ACH
or less, active solar space heating, passive clothes dryer, motion
sensors and timers on exterior lights, etc.
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A minimum of 15% of the total required points must come from the
Energy Efficiency category. Envelope Options include passive solar
design, increased insulation, advanced sealing package, blower door
test less than 0.35 ACH, etc. Mechanical System Options include
active solar heating, high efficiency equipment,
x geothermal/geoexchange heating and cooling, etc Water Heating
Options include: solar water heating, geothermal water heating,
insulate hot water pipes, insulate under and around bathtubs to R-11,
Electrical and Appliance Options include solar generated electric
system, wind generated sytem, in-floor heating, Energy Star
appliances, etc.
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verification, and green power. CHPS Energy Efficiency
Green Required Prerequisites: 25% or more above the ASHRAE 90.1 –
x Globe, x x x 2004 standard using either the prescriptive criteria established by the
CHPS New Buildings Institute’s Benchmark: Energy Benchmark for High
Performance Buildings, or the prescriptive approach outlined in the
ASHRAE standards, or the “total building approach” outlined in the
ASHRAE standards; Install a continuous air barrier and employ air
sealing “best” practices to control air leakage ; Employ “best” practice
HVAC design techniques to improve system performance and meet
ASHRAE Standard 55; Commission all energy-using systems; Provide
effective and complete training and documentation on the operation
and maintenance of the building systems identified in the
commissioning report; Participate in energy efficiency incentive and
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Mandatory Requirements: HERS index of at least 90, solar pool

heating system, pool cover. Point options include: Improved HERS
FGBC x x index, proper sizing HVAC, passive solar, exterior shading, solar hot
water, insulate hot water pipes, dwelling unit attached or zero-lot line,
Energy Star appliances, Advanced Lighting Package, etc
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green power.
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FGBC,
x x x x commissioning, enhanced refrigerant management, measurement &
WaterStar
verification, and green power. Residential - Mandatory
prerequisite, HERS index of at least 90, solar pool heating system,
pool cover. Point options include: Improved HERS index, proper
sizing HVAC, passive solar, exterior shading, solar hot water, insulate
hot water pipes, dwelling unit attached or zero-lot line, Energy Star
appliances, Advanced Lighting Package, etc
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Verification, and Green Power. Residential - FGBC Mandatory
x FGBC x x x x prerequisite, HERS index of at least 90, solar pool heating system,
appliances, Advanced Lighting Package, etc Residential LEED H -
Mandatory prerequisite, Energy Star certification and Refrigerant
Charge test, Options include Exceptional Energy Performance,
Efficient Hot Water Distribution, Pipe Insulation, and Appropriate
HVAC Refrigerants.
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Mandatory Requirements: HERS index of at least 90, solar pool

heating system, pool cover. Point options include: Improved HERS
x FGBC x index, proper sizing HVAC, passive solar, exterior shading, solar hot
water, insulate hot water pipes, dwelling unit attached or zero-lot line,
Energy Star appliances, Advanced Lighting Package, etc
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Residential - FGBC Mandatory prerequisite, HERS index of at

least 90, solar pool heating system, pool cover. Point options include:
Improved HERS index, proper sizing HVAC, passive solar, exterior
shading, solar hot water, insulate hot water pipes, dwelling unit
x FGBC x attached or zero-lot line, Energy Star appliances, Advanced Lighting
Package, etc Residential LEED H - Mandatory
prerequisite, Energy Star certification and Refrigerant Charge test,
Options include Exceptional Energy Performance, Efficient Hot Water
Distribution, Pipe Insulation, and Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants.
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FGBC, Optimize Energy Performance, On-Site Renewable Energy, Enhanced
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Globes Verification, and Green Power. Residential - FGBC Mandatory
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FGBC, Optimize Energy Performance, On-Site Renewable Energy, Enhanced
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Mandatory: Energy performance must be increased by 15% above

that required in the 2004 edition of the Building Code, effective
x x x x
with the implementation of the 2007 edition of the Florida Building
Code on December 31, 2008
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Energy Standard
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Verification, and Green Power. FGBC Mandatory prerequisite,
x FGBC x x x Energy Star certification and Refrigerant Charge test, Options
include Exceptional Energy Performance, Efficient Hot Water
Residential - Mandatory FGBC Requirements: HERS index of at least
90, solar pool heating system, pool cover. Point options include:
Improved HERS index, proper sizing HVAC, passive solar, exterior
shading, solar hot water, insulate hot water pipes, dwelling unit
attached or zero-lot line, Energy Star appliances, Advanced Lighting
Package, etc
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Verification, and Green Power. Earthcraft
Requirements include Energy Star certification, and compliance
x EarthCraft x x with 2006 IECC, Energy Star Homes are 15% more efficient than
the IRC/IECC. Mandatory requirements include an extensive air
sealing checklist, blower door test minimum at ,0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe,
increased insulation levels (per climate zone), window U-factor of
0.65, HVAC designed and installed per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct
blaster test results < 15% floor area TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor
area leakage to outside, Includes optional requirements in air
sealing, insulation, windows, roof, HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test
water heating and lighting and appliances. Sample options include
interior air sealing, blower door test results at < .40 or <.45 ELR,
increased insulation, certified passive solar design, attic radiant
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Green 2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's
x x x x
Globes Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include:
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Homes mechanically cooled must collect more points. Options include

orienting buildings for air flow, limiting thermal mass, provide
exterior shad, reduce hardscape, light colored roofs and exterior walls,
x high performance glazing, with operable openings, limited glazing on
east and west facades, solar heating, insulated hot water lines, whole
house fans, Energy Star appliances, Duct Blaster Test conducted,
House is Energy Star-compliant, Fluorescent lamps, etc.
x 10-30% reduction in energy use compared to similar building.

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NAHB Green Guideline Energy Efficiency: requirements include
compliance with the 2003 IECC or local code, whichever is higher,
HVAC sizing with ACCA Manual J, and third party plan review of
energy efficiency items. Performance Path offers bronze-gold
certification based on 15-40% above code. Prescriptive Path requires
a minimum of 37 points from among options including SIPS, ICFS,
advanced framing, raised heel trusses, continuous Insulation, air
sealing package, Energy Star rated windows, specific measures
associated with HVAC design, equipment and installation, increased
x x HVAC efficiency, ducts sealing or located in conditions spaces, and
other ventilation measures, increased water heater efficiency, Energy
Star advanced lighting package and other lighting measures,
renewable energy/solar heating and cooling measures focused on
orientation and shading, passive solar design, solar water heating,
onsite renewable energy options, third-party verification of specific
installation measures, blower door, duct blaster etc testing, additional
points are available for innovation such as desuperheater with ground
source heat pumps, occupancy lights for sensors, etc. LEED for
Homes: Mandatory prerequisites: Energy Star certification and
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LEED for Schools
Energy Standard
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green power. Options in Chicago's single family checklist include:
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Energy Star compliance, LEED certification, optimizing building and
x Green x x x
window orientation, providing overhangs and other shading devices,
Homes
exceeding the Chicago Energy Conservation Code, increasing
envelope insulation, advanced air sealing and blower door testing not
to exceed 0.25 CFM50/ft2, increased HVAC efficiencies, locate ducts
in conditioned spaces, hydronic radiant floor heating, Energy Star
appliances, solar system, solar lighting, etc. LEED for Homes:
Mandatory prerequisites: Energy Star certification and Refrigerant
Charge test Options: exceptional energy performance, efficient hot
water distribution, pipe insulation, and appropriate HVAC
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Chicago Green Homes, LEED-H. Options in Chicago's single

family checklist include: Energy Star compliance, LEED
certification, optimizing building and window orientation, providing
overhangs and other shading devices, exceeding the Chicago Energy
Conservation Code, increasing envelope insulation, advanced air
sealing and blower door testing not to exceed 0.25 CFM50/ft2,
increased HVAC efficiencies, locate ducts in conditioned spaces,
Chicago
hydronic radiant floor heating, Energy Star appliances, solar system,
x Green x x
solar lighting, etc. LEED for Homes - Mandatory prerequisite,
Homes
Energy Star certification and Refrigerant Charge test, Options
include Exceptional Energy Performance, Efficient Hot Water
Residential - Mandatory prerequisite, Energy Star certification and
Refrigerant Charge test, Options include Exceptional Energy
Performance, Efficient Hot Water Distribution, Pipe Insulation, and
Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants.
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ICC/NAH a minimum of 37 points from among options including SIPS, ICFS,
B x advanced framing, raised heel trusses, continuous Insulation, air
Standard sealing package, Energy Star rated windows, specific measures
HVAC efficiency, ducts sealing or located in conditions spaces, and
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x x
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x x
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Residential Energy Star Option: Energy Star Certification, with a

HERS rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15% more efficient than
the IRC/IECC. ICC/NAHB Residential Standard Energy
Efficiency: Minimum Performance Path: Exceed 2006 IECC by 15%
plus two points. Minimum Prescriptive Path: 30 points from Section
ANSI 703, including 2 from 704. Point options include: Percent
Green improvement of Envelope UA, points depend on percentage above
Build, x code, insulation graded I or II by third-party inspection, exterior mass
Energy walls, third-party verification of an enhanced insulation and
Star installation checklist, enhanced fenestration specifications, increased
HVAC efficiencies, Energy Star lighting and appliances, south facing
window overhangs, solar hot water, ductless heating and cooling,
whole house leakage from 5-1 ACH50, etc. Most point values for the
above categories are based on climate zone. Most categories also
have specifications for additions and remodels.
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Thirty percent more efficient than current state energy code

x
(ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1-2004 or 2006 IECC in 2009)
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Maine State Housing Authority Green Building Standards:

Mandatory: sealed thermal envelope, thermal envelope insulated to
Chapter 4 of the 2004 IECC or current State Code (whichever is
Maine greater), no pipes or ducts in outside walls, efficient windows, Energy
State Star appliances and lighting, no recessed lighting, automatic lighting
Housing controls. Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized
x Authority x x from LEED NC, details vary according to certification program.
Green Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007,
Building or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced
Standards Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
green power.
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LEED for Homes: Mandatory prerequisites: Energy Star certification

and Refrigerant Charge test Options: exceptional energy performance,
x x x
efficient hot water distribution, pipe insulation, and appropriate
HVAC refrigerants.
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x x
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x 10% reduction in building energy use from 2005 levels.

x x x x x
green power.
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x x x x
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x x x enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, and
green power. LEED for Homes: Mandatory prerequisites: Energy
Star certification and Refrigerant Charge test Options: exceptional
energy performance, efficient hot water distribution, pipe insulation,
and appropriate HVAC refrigerants. Residential Energy Star
Option: Energy Star Certification, with a HERS rating of 85. Energy
Star Homes are 15% more efficient than the IRC/IECC
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Green minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of
x x NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy
Globes
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In-state requirement for each agency to reduce 2005 level energy

x
consumption by 10% by 2010.
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x Life-cycle cost analysis required.

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Mass.
x LEED x
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green power. In Addition: Decreased energy consumption in
existing building 35% by 2020. New construction over 20,000 ft2
20% more efficient than State Energy code, and LEED certification.
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CHPS Energy Efficiency Required Prerequisites: 25% or more
above the ASHRAE 90.1 – 2004 standard using either the prescriptive
criteria established by the New Buildings Institute’s Benchmark:
Energy Benchmark for High Performance Buildings, or the
prescriptive approach outlined in the ASHRAE standards, or the “total
building approach” outlined in the ASHRAE standards; Install a
continuous air barrier and employ air sealing “best” practices to
control air leakage ; Employ “best” practice HVAC design techniques
to improve system performance and meet ASHRAE Standard 55;
CHPS x Commission all energy-using systems; Provide effective and complete
training and documentation on the operation and maintenance of the
building systems identified in the commissioning report; Participate in
energy efficiency incentive and technical assistance programs that are
available through applicable utility and governmental programs.
Optional Points Include: Demonstrate superior energy performance
beyond prerequisite; In addition to meeting the classroom daylighting
prerequisite, incorporate daylighting throughout the building and
control at least 40% of the connected lighting load with automatic
daylighting controls and/or hybrid occupancy/daylight controls;
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Residential compliance requires: HERS index of 65 on new
construction greater than 3,000 ft2, and HERS index of 70 or less for
new construction 3,000 ft2 or less. Large buildings of any type over
100,000 ft2, and "specialty" buildings over 40,000 ft2 are required to
meet a performance standard set at 20% below the energy usage of the
commonly used ASHRAE 90.1-2007 code. Medium-sized
commercial buildings, which include residential buildings of four
stories or more, but that are less than 100,000 ft2, have the option of
NBI Core meeting the same 20% better than ASHRAE 90.1-2007 performance
Performan standard, or using a simplified, prescriptive energy code. The
x x x x prescriptive code is based on Chapter 5 of the IECC 2009 energy
ce Stretch
Code code, and adds incremental efficiency improvements primarily
through:
a. Building envelope elements (walls, roofs, windows, insulation, etc.)
b. Commissioning requirements to ensure that buildings‟ energy
systems operate as designed.
c. More efficient lighting power densities and improved lighting
controls.
d. A choice of one of three compliance paths: high efficiency HVAC
equipment, further lighting energy reductions, or on-site renewable
energy.
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green power.
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x x x x x
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Boston Commercial LEED Certification: below is summarized from LEED

Green NC, details vary according to certification program. Mandatory:
Building minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of
Checklist NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy
x x x x x
(appendix Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
A of performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,
Boston'sA enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, and
rticle 37) green power.
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Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
x x x
Star performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,
green power. Residential Energy Star Option: Energy Star
Certification, with a HERS rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15%
more efficient than the IRC/IECC.
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x x
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Performance Path: Exceed 2006 IECC by 15% plus two points.
Minimum Prescriptive Path: 30 points from Section 703, including 2
from 704. Point options include: Percent improvement of Envelope
UA, points depend on percentage above code, insulation graded I or II
by third-party inspection, exterior mass walls, third-party verification
of an enhanced insulation and installation checklist, enhanced
fenestration specifications, increased HVAC efficiencies, Energy Star
lighting and appliances, south facing window overhangs, solar hot
x water, ductless heating and cooling, whole house leakage from 5-1
ACH50, etc. Most point values for the above categories are based on
climate zone. Most categories also have specifications for additions
and remodels. NAHB Green Guideline Energy Efficiency:
requirements include compliance with the 2003 IECC or local code,
whichever is higher, HVAC sizing with ACCA Manual J, and third
party plan review of energy efficiency items. Performance Path offers
bronze-gold certification based on 15-40% above code. Prescriptive
Path requires a minimum of 37 points from among options including
SIPS, ICFS, advanced framing, raised heel trusses, continuous
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x x
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Exceed the effective International Energy Conservation Code by 20%,

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to the extent that it is cost effective.
Residential: Mandatory features include 15% above the 2006 IECC,

Energy Star appliances for all appliances offered in residence HVAC
x
systems designed to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
This comprehensive points based program has a prescriptive and

performance based approach. Performance Path - 15% above the
IECC and two additional practices which include: lighting and
x appliance efficiency, renewable energy, proper HVAC duct design,
proper HVAC equipment selection, and commissioning.
The Prescriptive Path allows: Minimum compliance with the 2006
IECC, REScheck (UA Alternative) Compliance and Minimum 30
additional points from: 10% to 20% UA improvement over 2006
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New construction and renovation designs should exceed the state

x
energy code by at least 20%,

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x Green Globes
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x x
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Minimum qualification is Tier 1 = HERS 85, Tier 2 = HERS 65, Tier

x x
3 = HERS score of 50 or less.
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Prerequisite: Residential Energy Star Option: Energy Star

Certification, with a HERS rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15%
more efficient than the IRC/IECC Second Level; Install Photovoltaic
x x x system or participate in Green Future program. The third level does
not necessarily impact energy efficiency, fourth level - buildings built
to the New Jersey Climate Choice (Microload) level will achieve
energy efficiency of at least 50% better than required by energy code.
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x x x
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New Mexico Build Green Silver or LEED-Silver homes to be deemed

to qualify. Homes using performance path must be 30% more
efficient than baseline 2006 IECC. To use the prescriptive path, the
code makes the following amendments to the 2006 IECC: adds air
infiltration testing 6.0 ACH50, (exceeds 2009 IECC), adds duct
leakage testing 4.0 CFM @ 25, if ducts are in conditioned space and
not tested air infiltration rate for house drops to 3.0 ACH50, adds
requirement to use the thermal bypass checklist, adds SHGC
requirement, 0.40, Increases wall insulation to R-21/13+7.5, Iincrease
floor insulation to R-21, adds roof reflectance requirement, adds
ventilation fan requirements, adds Energy Star labeled light fixtures.
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x x x x x performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,
green power. Residential LEED H: mandatory prerequisite, Energy
Star certification and refrigerant charge test, options include
exceptional energy performance, efficient hot water distribution, pipe
insulation, and appropriate HVAC refrigerants.
N/A
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Meet required HERS Index based on square footage and levels of

Green Building Certification: Silver – HERS 70, Gold – HERS 50,
Platinum – HERS 25, Emerald – HERS 0,
Each level also requires additional points that are attained from the
following categories: Lower HERS rating, HVAC Design, Installation
and Commissioning, HVAC equipment operates using an alternate,
refrigerant containing no HCFCs, Water heating system design,
x equipment selection and installation, Lighting efficiency, Passive solar
space heating and cooling design, Solar water and space heating, On-
site renewable energy sources, Third party verification for energy
related features, Mandatory Requirements which apply to all
buildings: HVAC sizing, design and selection based on ACCA,
Thermal Bypass Checklist, Blower Door and Duct Blaster Testing,
and PV Systems required for all heat pumps used for heating.
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x x x x x Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
green power. Residential: Phase I HERS 85 or less, Phase II HERS
80 or less, Phase III HERS 75 and Phase IV HERS 70
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green power.
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New state buildings should exceed the state energy code by at least
20% and substantial renovations by at least 10%. Operations of
existing buildings should strive to meet the Energy Star building
standards for energy performance and indoor air quality. New state
construction and substantial renovations must follow LEED green
building guidelines to the maximum extent practical. Commercial
x LEED Certification: below is summarized from LEED NC, details
vary according to certification program. Mandatory: minimum 10%
compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core
Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy Design
Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy performance, on-
site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning, enhanced refrigerant
management, measurement & verification, and green power.
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Residential Energy Star: Energy Star Certification, with a HERS

Energy
x x rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15% more efficient than the
Star
IRC/IECC
Residential Energy Star: Energy Star Certification, with a HERS

rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15% more efficient than the
IRC/IECC. Commercial LEED Certification: below is
summarized from LEED NC, details vary according to certification
program. Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE
90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's
Energy
x ? x x x Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize
Star
energy performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced
verification, and green power. Residential: mandatory prerequisite,
Energy Star certification and refrigerant charge test, options include
exceptional energy performance, efficient hot water distribution, pipe
insulation, and appropriate HVAC refrigerants.
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Energy
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x x x performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,
green power. Residential: mandatory prerequisite, Energy Star
certification and refrigerant charge test, options include exceptional
and appropriate HVAC refrigerants.

Energy
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In addition to the NAHB Green Guideline requirements listed below,

the program includes additional air sealing items, insulating heated
slabs, insulating hot water heaters, using 2x6 framing in plumbing
walls, etc. Requirements from the Green Guidelines include
advanced framing, raised heel trusses, continuous insulation, air
x x sealing package, Energy Star Rated windows, specific measures
Star Advanced Lighting Package and other lighting measures,
onsite renewable energy options, third party verification of specific
installation measures, blower door, duct blaster etc testing, Additional
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Healthy Built House Prerequisites include: Energy Star

certification, blower door test meets minimum standard of 0.35
CFM/sf, duct test meets minimum standard ot 8% leakage, all heating
and cooling sized according to Manual J. Point options include:
Healthy
Increased efficiency (HERS of 82 or below, Environments for Living,
Built x
etc) blower door test with lower (better) results, increased envelope
House
insulation, SIPS, building orientation, overhangs, duct blaster test with
lower (better) results, use of ACCA manuals J and D, increased
HVAC efficiencies, heat recovery ventilation system, Energy Star
appliances and fixtures, etc.
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green power. Residential Energy Star Option: Energy Star
Healthy Certification, with a HERS rating of 85. Energy Star Homes are 15%
x Built x x x more efficient than the IRC/IECC or Healthy House. Healthy Built
House House Prerequisites include: Energy Star certification, blower door
test meets minimum standard of 0.35 CFM/sf, duct test meets
minimum standard of 8% leakage, all heating and cooling sized
according to manual J. Point options include: increased efficiency
(HERS of 82 or below, environments for living, etc) blower door test
with lower (better) results, increased envelope insulation, SIPS,
building orientation, overhangs, duct blaster test with lower (better)
results, use of ACCA manuals J and D, increased HVAC efficiencies,
heat recovery ventilation system, Energy Star appliances and fixtures,
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green power. Healthy Built House Prerequisites include: Energy
Healthy
x x x x Star certification, blower door test meets minimum standard of 0.35
Houses
CFM/sf, duct test meets minimum standard of 8% leakage, all heating
and cooling sized according to manual J. Point options include:
increased efficiency (HERS of 82 or below, environments for living,
etc) blower door test with lower (better) results, increased envelope
insulation, SIPS, building orientation, overhangs, duct blaster test with
lower (better) results, use of ACCA manuals J and D, increased
HVAC efficiencies, heat recovery ventilation system, Energy Star
appliances and fixtures, etc.
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Earthcraft Energy Efficiency Requirements: include Energy Star

LEED for certification and compliance with 2006 IECC. Mandatory
homes, requirements include an extensive air sealing checklist, blower door
EarthCraft test minimum at 0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased insulation levels (per
House, climate zone), window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC designed and installed
NC per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct blaster test results < 15% floor area
HealthyBu TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor area leakage to outside, includes
x ilt Homes, x x x optional requirements in air sealing, insulation, windows, roof,
and the HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test, water heating and lighting, and
NAHB appliances. Sample options include interior air sealing, blower door
National test results at < .40 or <.45 ELR, increased insulation, certified passive
Green solar design, attic radiant barrier, Energy Star roof, zone controlled
Building HVAC, duct in conditioned spaces, increased return air ducts or
Program. transfer grills, reduced duct blaster results, solar water heating, Energy
Star advanced lighting package.
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Commercial LEED Certification - below is summarized from LEED

NC, details vary according to certification program,
Mandatory: Minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE 90.1-2007,
or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced
x x x x
Energy Design Guidelines. LEED Options Include: Optimize Energy
Performance, On-Site Renewable Energy, Enhanced Commissioning,
Enhanced Refrigerant Management, measurement & Verification, and
Green Power.
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Green Globes. Commercial LEED Certification: below is

program. Mandatory: minimum 10% compliance beyond ASHRAE
Green 90.1-2007, or use of NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's
x x
Globes Advanced Energy Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize
energy performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced
New state construction must exceed the Oregon State Energy Code by
x
at least 20%.
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Mandatory baseline of Energy Star, 15% above the 2003 IECC,

x
additional points for increased efficiencies.
Mandatory baseline of Energy Star, 15% above the 2003 IECC,

x
additional points for increased efficiencies.
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x x x x Does not include specific criteria.

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Removing barriers for on-site and small-scale renewable energy

x x
projects.
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x x
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x x
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x x performance, on-site renewable energy, enhanced commissioning,

x x
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CHPS Commission all energy-using systems; Provide effective and complete
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x CHPS x Commission all energy-using systems; Provide effective and complete
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Energy use reduction of 1% annually for five years beginning July 1,

2008; 20% energy use reduction relative to 2000 by July 1, 2020.
Green
x x Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
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Green NBI's Core Performance or one of ASHRAE's Advanced Energy
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Globes Design Guidelines. LEED options include: optimize energy
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green power. Earthcraft Energy Efficiency Requirements:
include Energy Star certification and compliance with 2006 IECC.
Mandatory requirements include an extensive air sealing checklist,
x EarthCraft x x x x blower door test minimum at 0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased
insulation levels (per climate zone), window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC
designed and installed per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct blaster test
results < 15% floor area TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor area leakage
to outside, includes optional requirements in air sealing, insulation,
windows, roof, HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test, water heating and
lighting, and appliances. Sample options include interior air sealing,
blower door test results at < .40 or <.45 ELR, increased insulation,
certified passive solar design, attic radiant barrier, Energy Star roof,
zone controlled HVAC, duct in conditioned spaces, increased return
air ducts or transfer grills, reduced duct blaster results, solar water
heating, Energy Star advanced lighting package.
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Standard EcoBuild Features include: Air conditioners rated at 14

SEER; hard sheet metal ductwork that has been sealed with mastic
compound or mastic-rated tape and performance tested by MLGW.
Duct leakage cannot exceed 10%; Wall cavity insulation of R-15 (or R-
x 13 walls with R-4 slab insulation); All wire and piping penetrations
sealed with caulk or foam to block air flow; Radiant barrier to reduce
heat gain through the roof, lowering attic temperatures.
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Commercial: Austin Green Building Rating System Mandatory
Requirements: exceed Austin's Energy Code by 15% commissioning;
Point Options Include: reduce heat island effect - landscaping and
roofing; additional increase in energy efficiency; use of renewable
energy, additional commissioning, etc. Residential: Austin Green
Building Rating System Mandatory Requirements: energy-efficient
home design allows a minimum 500 ft2 of living space per ton of
cooling capacity; cooling equipment minimum efficiency: 14.0 SEER
for split systems/11.5 EER; Gas furnace rated at > 80 AFUE or Heat
x x x Pump rated at > 8.2 HSPF Window minimum efficiency: < 0.35 solar
heat gain coefficient (SHGC); < 0.55 U-value in Climate Zone 2 (or
Zone 3: < 0.40 and < 0.40); Wall insulation: Energy Star Grade I
installation; OR batts + insulative exterior sheathing with R-value of >
2.0, taped at seams; OR “total fill” type (e.g. blown cellulose, BIBs,
spray foam, SIPs); Floor insulation over ambient or unconditioned
space: > R-13 with air barrier; Water Heater efficiency: 40 gallon >
0.61; 50 gallon > 0.59; 60 gallon > 0.57; 80 gallon > 0.53; Tankless >
0.80 Or WH is solar thermal; Ceiling fans: minimum of 2 installed
within heated and cooled space; A minimum of 75% of all
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Local amendments to the IECC include requiring bower door tests at

.50 ACH for new residential construction, a roof radiant barrier with
an emittance of 0.05 or less as tested in accordance with ASTM C-
1371, dust testing to verify leakage of supply ducts and return
plenum/ducts does not exceed 10 percent of total design airflow,
documentation of accurate sizing for HVAC, 25% Energy Star high
efficacy lamps, reflective roofing: pitches less than 2:12 require a
minimum reflectance of 0.70 or solar reflective index of 78 pitches
2:12 and greater require minimum reflectance of 0.35 or SRI of 29,
exterior lighting controls, etc.
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2009: Both residential and commercial must be 15% more effecient

x x x x than the 2006 IECC. 2009 both commercial and residential must be
17.5 more efficient than the 2006 IECC.
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Commercial Mandatory Requirements: 100% of all roof areas shall

comply with the specifications of the Environmental Protection
Agency’s Energy Star Cool Roof Program, shade trees shall be
planted along the front façade of non-residential and multifamily
x x x structures in accordance with the City of Frisco’s Landscape
Ordinance. Residential: Mandatory Energy Star Rating, with a
HERS index of 83 or less, including the prescriptive requirements of a
programmable thermostat on each level, return air path specifications,
all duct, plenums etc. sealed with duct mastic.
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The home must home exceed the latest version of the 2001 IECC by
Energy
x 15% or be a certified Energy Star home; third party documentation is
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Residential: Mandatory Energy Star Rating, with a HERS index of 83

Energy or less, including the prescriptive requirements of a programmable
x
Star thermostat on each level, return air path specifications, all duct,
plenums etc sealed with duct mastic.
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Beginning January 1. 2010, energy usage in one-and two-family and

multi-family dwellings, 3 stories or less, must achieve an efficiency
rate of 15% above the current City of San Antonio energy code that
was in effect in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001 supplement and
ASHRAE 90.1 1999) by complying with any of the following options:
L IECC 2009 (as approved and/or amended by the City of San
Antonio and/or Energy Systems Laboratory (ESL». This meets the
15% standard referenced above.
2. Energy Star Certification Compliance. This meets the 15% standard
referenced above.
:h Software or energy modeling tools or prescriptive building
packages approved by the City of San Antonio Building Official
x x x and/or ESL. A demonstrated passing score satisfies the 15% standard
referenced above.
4. Approved compliance methods as adopted by the State of Texas
and/or Energy Systems Lab (ESL). A demonstrated passing score
satisfies the 15% standard referenced above.
~ Build San Antonio Green, USGBC LEED-H, or other third-party
certification program that meets or exceeds the energy requirements as
approved by the Code Official shall be considered 10 compliance.
This meets the 15% standard referenced above.
(g) Beginning January 1, 2010, buildings not covered in (b) above
must achieve an efficiency rate of 15% above the current City of San
Antonio energy code that was in effect in 2008 (IECC 2000 with 2001
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x x x enhanced refrigerant management, measurement & verification, and
and appropriate HVAC refrigerants. Residential Energy Star
Option: Energy Star Certification, with a HERS rating of 85. Energy
Star Homes are 15% more efficient than the IRC/IECC.
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certification and compliance with 2006 IECC, Energy Star Homes are
15% more efficient than the IRC/IECC. Mandatory requirements
include an extensive air sealing checklist, blower door test minimum
at 0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased insulation levels (per climate zone),
window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC designed and installed per ACCA
Manuals J and S, duct blaster test results < 15% floor area TOTAL
leakage and < 6% floor area leakage to outside, includes optional
Earthcraft x x
requirements in air sealing, insulation, windows, roof, HVAC,
ductwork, duct blaster test, water heating and lighting, and appliances.
Sample options include interior air sealing, blower door test results at
< .40 or <.45 ELR, increased insulation, certified passive solar design,
attic radiant barrier, Energy Star roof, zone controlled HVAC, duct in
conditioned spaces, increased return air ducts or transfer grills,
reduced duct blaster results, solar water heating, Energy Star advanced
lighting package.
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Residential LEED H Option: Mandatory prerequisite, Energy Star
certification and Refrigerant Charge test, Options include Exceptional
Energy Performance, Efficient Hot Water Distribution, Pipe
Insulation, and Appropriate HVAC Refrigerants LEED for Homes:
Mandatory prerequisites: Energy Star certification and Refrigerant
Charge test Options: exceptional energy performance, efficient hot
water distribution, pipe insulation, and appropriate HVAC
refrigerants. ICC/NAHB Residential Standard Energy
Efficiency: Minimum Performance Path: Exceed 2006 IECC by 15%
x x x x x plus two points. Minimum Prescriptive Path: 30 points from Section
703, including 2 from 704. Point options include: Percent
improvement of Envelope UA, points depend on percentage above
code, insulation graded I or II by third-party inspection, exterior mass
walls, third-party verification of an enhanced insulation and
installation checklist, enhanced fenestration specifications, increased
HVAC efficiencies, Energy Star lighting and appliances, south facing
window overhangs, solar hot water, ductless heating and cooling,
whole house leakage from 5-1 ACH50, etc. Most point values for the
above categories are based on climate zone. Most categories also
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certification and compliance with 2006 IECC. Mandatory
requirements include an extensive air sealing checklist, blower door
test minimum at 0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased insulation levels (per
climate zone), window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC designed and installed
per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct blaster test results < 15% floor area
TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor area leakage to outside, includes
Earthcraft x x optional requirements in air sealing, insulation, windows, roof,
HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test, water heating and lighting, and
appliances. Sample options include interior air sealing, blower door
test results at < .40 or <.45 ELR, increased insulation, certified passive
solar design, attic radiant barrier, Energy Star roof, zone controlled
HVAC, duct in conditioned spaces, increased return air ducts or
transfer grills, reduced duct blaster results, solar water heating, Energy
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x x
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THIS IS ITS OWN. Minimum compliance with the Evergreeen….. Is

meeting or exceeding either Energy Star Northwest standards for
single family homes, or 15% above the Washington State Energy
Code for multi-family homes. Optional points from Energy Star
Appliances, Energy Star-labeled lighting fixtures or Energy Star
Evergreen x x
Advanced Lighting Package inside, Energy Star or high-efficiency
commercial grade fixtures outdoors, install daylight timers and
sensors, additional improvement over WSEC, install photovoltaics,
high efficiency water heaters - including solar, blower door test to 7
ACH50 or less, duct test to 0.10 CFM50 x floor area, etc
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NAHB GG, ICC/NAHB, and EarthAdvantage
Standard NAHB Green Guideline: requirements include compliance
with the 2003 IECC or local code, whichever is higher, HVAC sizing
with ACCA Manual J, and third party plan review of energy efficiency
items. Performance Path offers bronze-gold certification based on 15-
40% above code. Prescriptive Path requires a minimum of 37 points
from among options including SIPS, ICFS, Advanced Framing,
Raised Heel Trusses, Continuous Insulation, Air Sealing Package,
EarthAdva Energy Star Rated Windows, specific measures associated with
x x HVAC design, equipment and installation, Increased HVAC
ntage
efficiency, Ducts sealing or located in conditions spaces, and other
Ventilation measures, Increased Water Heater Efficiency, Energy Star
Advanced Lighting Package and other Lighting measures, Renewable
energy/solar heating and cooling measures focused on orientation and
shading, Passive Solar design, Solar Water Heating, Onsite Renewable
Energy Options, Third Party Verification of specific installation
measures, blower door, duct blaster etc testing, Additional points are
available for innovation such as desuperheater with ground source
heat pumps, occupancy lights for sensors, etc. ICC/NAHB
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Green
x Communit x x x x
ies
green power. Residential compliance with Green Communities
includes mandatory Energy Star Certification, or 15% reduction in
energy use in renovations. Optional points include Energy Star
appliances and fixtures, additional reduction in energy use, onside
renewable energy, pre-wire for photovoltaic systems, etc.
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Residential Requirements: Energy Star Certified, plus Built Green

Minimum requirement: compliance with Washington State Energy
Code. Option points include third-party verification, orientation and
Built passive solar features, Increased insulation, Net Zero Home, Blower
x x x x
Green door test, Energy Star HVAC, eliminate fireplaces, eliminate air
conditions, install ductless and tankless systems, humidistats or timers,
heat recovery systems, natural lighting, compact fluorescents, outside
clothes dryer, Energy Star appliances, onsite renewable energy, etc.
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Built Green Minimum requirement: compliance with Washington

State Energy Code. Option Points include Third party verification,
Orientation and passive solar features, Increased insulation, Net Zero
Built Home, Blower door test, Energy Star HVAC, eliminate fireplaces,
x x
Green eliminate air conditions, install ductless and tankless systems,
humidistats or timers, heat recovery systems, natural lighting, compact
fluorescents, outside clothes dryer, Energy Star appliances, onsite
renewable energy, etc.
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x x x x x
Does not specify prerequisites or standards
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Wisconsin Standard in addition to NAHB standards below include
required Wisconsin Energy Star Certification. NAHB Standard
requirements include compliance with the 2003 IECC or local code,
whichever is higher, HVAC sizing with ACCA Manual J, and third
party plan review of energy efficiency items. Performance Path offers
bronze-gold certification based on 15-40% above code. Prescriptive
Path requires a minimum of 37 points from among options including
Wisconsin SIPS, ICFS, Advanced Framing, Raised Heel Trusses, Continuous
Green Insulation, Air Sealing Package, Energy Star Rated Windows, specific
x x measures associated with HVAC design, equipment and installation,
Built
Home Increased HVAC efficiency, Ducts sealing or located in conditions
spaces, and other Ventilation measures, Increased Water Heater
Efficiency, Energy Star Advanced Lighting Package and other
Lighting measures, Renewable energy/solar heating and cooling
measures focused on orientation and shading, Passive Solar design,
Solar Water Heating, Onsite Renewable Energy Options, Third Party
Verification of specific installation measures, blower door, duct
blaster etc testing, Additional points are available for innovation such
as desuperheater with ground source heat pumps, occupancy lights for
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certification and compliance with 2006 IECC. Mandatory
requirements include an extensive air sealing checklist, blower door
test minimum at 0.50 ELR = sfm/sfbe, increased insulation levels (per
climate zone), window U-factor of 0.65, HVAC designed and installed
per ACCA Manuals J and S, duct blaster test results < 15% floor area
TOTAL leakage and < 6% floor area leakage to outside, includes
EarthCraft x x optional requirements in air sealing, insulation, windows, roof,
HVAC, ductwork, duct blaster test, water heating and lighting, and
appliances. Sample options include interior air sealing, blower door
test results at < .40 or <.45 ELR, increased insulation, certified passive
solar design, attic radiant barrier, Energy Star roof, zone controlled
HVAC, duct in conditioned spaces, increased return air ducts or
transfer grills, reduced duct blaster results, solar water heating, Energy
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CHPS x Commission all energy-using systems; Provide effective and complete
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The New Buildings Institute’s Core Performance Guide Exceeds
ASHRAE 90.1-2004 by 20-30%: All buildings shall, at a minimum,
meet the requirements of ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1-2004 for
features not prescribed by the Core Performance Guide requirements.
Air Sealing Requirements. The building shall be designed and
constructed with a continuous air barrier system to control air leakage
into or out of the conditioned space. The air barrier must be:
• Continuous, with all joints made airtight, and
• Materials used for the air barrier system shall have an air
permeability not to exceed 0.004 cfm/ft2 under a pressure differential
of 0.3 in. water.
Insulation and Glazing Requirements. Walls, roof assemblies, floors
and slabs-on-grade which are part of the building envelope for
buildings where window and glazed door area are not greater than
NBI Core 40% of the gross area of above-grade walls shall meet the Criteria
Performan x shown in table 2.5.1. Window systems which are part of the building
ce Guide envelope for buildings where window and glazed door are not greater
than 40% of the gross area of above-grade walls shall meet the Criteria
shown in Table 2.6.1. Lighting Systems Controls. All areas of the
building must incorporate the following switching and control
strategies:
• Bi-level switching to reduce connected lighting by at least 50%., and
• Separate switching at daylit areas.
• Automatic controls installed at all areas of the building including
either:
o Occupancy sensors
o Automatic daylight controls
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Performance Path: Exceed 2006 IECC by 15% plus two points.
Minimum Prescriptive Path: 30 points from Section 703, including 2
from 704. Point options include: Percent improvement of Envelope
ICC/NAH UA, points depend on percentage above code, insulation graded I or II
B National by third-party inspection, exterior mass walls, third-party verification
Green x x of an enhanced insulation and installation checklist, enhanced
Building fenestration specifications, increased HVAC efficiencies, Energy Star
Standard lighting and appliances, south facing window overhangs, solar hot
water, ductless heating and cooling, whole house leakage from 5-1
ACH50, etc. Most point values for the above categories are based on
climate zone. Most categories also have specifications for additions
and remodels.
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Earth Mandatory baseline of Energy Star, 15% above the 2003 IECC,
x
Advantage additional points for increased efficiencies.

Build it is the Energy Star with Indoor Air Package Certification. Options
Green/Gre x x include Energy Star appliances, thermal mass and other passive solar
en Points features, blower door test, onsite renewable power generation, install
to ACCA Manual J, D, and S.
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Prescriptive Measures Include: ceiling insulation of R-40, walls to

R-21, floors R-33 batt or 38 blown, windows U= 0.32, 90% AFUE
Furnace, 0.93 EF electric water heater, Energy Star appliances, air
Eco-rated x
sealing, low sone fans, low wattage whole house fans, mechanical
exhaust to outside, 50% CFL or 100% dedicated CFL in kitchen and
dining. Optional: solar hot water and photovoltaic panels.
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NAHB
Green x
Guidelines
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California Green Builder Energy Efficiency: the minimum
threshold for CGB is either certifying as a ComfortWise homes
(another program of Consul), or by meeting the following: HVAC
system designed to the Air Conditioning Contractors of America
Manuals J, S, and D or recognized equivalent protocols, 15% more
CGB x x energy efficient than Title 24 requires, or is equivalent to an Energy
Star® Home, the CEC’s “Lowered Duct Leakage” criteria shall be
met. The CGB certified HERS rater inspections include insulation,
caulking, windows, water heating, HVAC systems, duct blaster and
blower door tests, and the California Green Building Standards Code
checklist.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Earthcraft Mandatory measures for Combustion Safety include isolating

mechanical equipment or venting equipment/spaces and providing continuous
air barrier between garage and living area. Moisture Control requirements
include gravel bed beneath subgrade slab, Ventilation requirements include
exhaust fans to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle
idling zones, outside air intake with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside air with
damper and timer if blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE. Optional Measures
include a wide variety of options in each category such as detached or no
garages, direct venting combustion appliances, humidistats, drainage boards
for below grade walls, outside air intake with ventilation timer and motorized
damper, effective cross ventilation with screens, certified low VOC paints and
flooring produces, or no carpet.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation requirements
depending on mechanical or natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the
building and within 25' of all doors and operable openings, or designate
smoking rooms with dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: Outdoor
air delivery monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ management
plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source pollution control,
etc. ICC/NAHB Residential Standard IAQ: Pollution Source
Control - natural draft mechanical equipment located in conditioned spaces
must be in a sealed room with a fresh air source, power or direct vent
combustion equipment, garages are detached or sealed from conditioned
space, moisture resistant wood materials, carpet systems and adhesives are
labeled Green Label Plus, use hard-surface flooring, low-VOC architectural
coatings, adhesives and sealants, cabinets and vanities which meet the low
toxin CARB Composite Wood Air Toxic Contaminant Measure Standard, low-
formaldehyde insulation, CO alarms etc. Pollutant Control: Mandatory
ventilation to outside, optional timers/humidistats, balanced exhaust and
supply systems, heat or energy-recovery systems, radon control, HVAC
system protection during construction, central vacuum installed and vented to
outside, Moisture Management: vapor, rainwater, plumbing, HVAC:
Indoor Air Quality
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N/A
Indoor Air Quality
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ASHRAE Standard 62.2-2004 Ventilation and Acceptable Indoor Air Quality

in Low-Rise Residential Buildings with
Alaska-Specific Amendments increasing ventilation rates in Tables 4.1a and
4.1b.
Indoor Air Quality
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details vary according to certification program. Mandatory: Meet the
minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-
2007 and additional ventilation requirements depending on mechanical or
natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the building and within 25' of all
doors and operable openings, or designate smoking rooms with dedicated
exhaust systems. Options include: outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased
ventilation, construction IAQ management plan, use low-VOC products,
indoor chemical and source pollution control, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Point Option include: Install sealed combustion appliances, Install central

vacuum with outside exhaust, Exhaust attached garages, Install radon
mitigation
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Commercial and Municipal – Based on LEED, below is summarized from

LEED-NC, details vary according to certification program Options include:
Minimum IAQ performance, Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control,
Outdoor air delivery monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ
management plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source
pollution control, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor air-quality related prerequisite includes carbon monoxide (CO)

detectors installed per manufacturer's recommendations. Optional points
include compliance with ASHRAE 62.2-2004, no garage or detached garage,
central vacuum with outside exhaust, use of low-VOC and formaldehyde-free
materials, project meets requirements for Energy Star's Indoor Air Package.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential – Point Options: Follow Energy Star’s Indoor Air Quality

Package Requirements, Provide mechanical ventilation, Install high MERV
HVAC filter, Install radon mitigation, Install exhaust fan on attached garages,
Install only combustion sealed appliances, Install central vacuum with outside
exhaust and Sealed mechanical rooms
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential Mandatory Measures Include: Install carbon monoxide

detectors; Install high MERV HVAC filter; Sealed mechanical room
Point Options: Use Low-VOC products; Indoor chemical and source

pollution control; Install radon mitigation; Use formaldehyde free and/or low
toxin insulation; Install central vacuum with outside exhaust; Detach garage
or provide exhaust fan
Commercial Mandatory measures include: Install carbon dioxide monitoring

system that controls ventilation; Develop and implement pre and post
construction IAQ plan
Point Option (s ) Outdoor air delivery monitoring; Increased ventilation;

Construction IAQ management plan; Use Low-VOC products; Indoor
chemical and source pollution control; Install radon mitigation
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Pollution Control Measures include temporary construction ventilation,

protection of materials for moisture and VOC, post construction standards,
reducing or eliminating VOCs and formaldehyde, CFC's, HCFCs, use of
MERV 13 filters in mechanically ventilated buildings, and environmental
tobacco smoke control. Indoor Moisture Control Measures include the
requirement for vapor retarders under concrete slab foundations, and moisture
readings on building materials. Indoor Air Quality and Exhaust
requirements include outside air delivery, CO2 monitoring, and MERV 6
filters in HVAC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
indoor chemical and source pollution control, etc. Build it Green/Green
Points: IAQ features include HVAC system designed to ACCA Manual J, S,
and D (or equivalent); HVAC ducts diagnostically tested per CGB tight duct
protocols; MERV 6 HVAC filters installed on return air grills; and low or no
VOC for paints, lacquers, floor underlayment, and carpet.
Prescriptive measures include ceilings R-40, walls R21 high density, floors R-
33 batt or 38 blown, windows U= 0.32, 90% AFUE Furnace, 0.93 EF electric
water heater, Energy Star appliances, air sealing, low sone, low wattage whole
house fans, mechanical exhaust to outside, 50% CFL or 100% dedicated CFL
in kitchen and dining, optional solar hot water and photovoltaic panels. All
fans; kitchen (90 cfm), bath (50 cfm), whole house fans, and clothes dryer
excauss to outside, paints, cabinets, flooring, and adhesives are low or no
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

indoor chemical and source pollution control, etc.Residential - Dependent on
verification program selected
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Commercial and Municipal – Based on LEED, below is summarized from

LEED-NC, details vary according to certification program Options include:
Minimum IAQ performance, Environmental Tobacco Smoke Control,
Outdoor air delivery monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ
management plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source
pollution control, etc Residential LEED H - Minimum of 6 Points, Options
include enhanced combustion measures, outdoor air ventilation, local exhaust,
room/room controls, higher MERV filters, indoor contaminant control, radon
resistant construction, and detached garage, minimize pollutants from garage,
or exhaust to outside.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation requirements
depending on mechanical or natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the
building and within 25' of all doors and operable openings, or designate
smoking rooms with dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: Outdoor
air delivery monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ management
plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source pollution control,
etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
California Green Builder IAQ: N/A

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Build it Green/Green Points: IAQ features include HVAC system designed

to ACCA Manual J, S, and D (or equivalent); HVAC ducts diagnostically
tested per CGB tight duct protocols; MERV 6 HVAC filters installed on
return air grills; and low or no VOC for paints, lacquers, floor underlayment,
and carpet.
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Build it Green/Green Points: IAQ features include HVAC system

designed to ACCA Manual J, S, and D (or equivalent); HVAC ducts
diagnostically tested per CGB tight duct protocols; MERV 6 HVAC
filters installed on return air grills; and low or no VOC for paints,
lacquers, floor underlayment, and carpet.
Prescriptive measures include ceilings R-40, walls R21 high density,
floors R-33 batt or 38 blown, windows U= 0.32, 90% AFUE Furnace,
0.93 EF electric water heater, Energy Star appliances, air sealing, low
sone, low wattage whole house fans, mechanical exhaust to outside,
50% CFL or 100% dedicated CFL in kitchen and dining, optional
solar hot water and photovoltaic panels. All fans; kitchen (90 cfm),
bath (50 cfm), whole house fans, and clothes dryer excauss to outside,
paints, cabinets, flooring, and adhesives are low or no VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
NC, details vary according to certification program. Mandatory: Meet
the minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of ASHRAE
Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation requirements depending
on mechanical or natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the building
and within 25' of all doors and operable openings, or designate
smoking rooms with dedicated exhaust systems. Options include:
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Minimum Requirements: Use Low-VOC interior paints. Optional

Points: Use Low-VOC adhesives, floor coverings, and finishes;
Formaldehyde-free products; install MERV 6 or higher filters; vent
range hoods to outside; etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation, construction
IAQ management plan, use low-VOC products, indoor chemical and
source pollution control, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
source pollution control, etc. Build it Green/Green Points: IAQ
features include HVAC system designed to ACCA Manual J, S, and D
(or equivalent); HVAC ducts diagnostically tested per CGB tight duct
protocols; MERV 6 HVAC filters installed on return air grills; and
low or no VOC for paints, lacquers, floor underlayment, and carpet.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Commercial N/A
Residential Build it Green/Green Points Options include timers and
humidistats on exhaust fans, reduced or eliminated VOCs and
formaldehydes, MERV 6+ fans in HVAC systems, and CO2 alarms.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation requirements
depending on mechanical or natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in
the building and within 25' of all doors and operable openings, or
designate smoking rooms with dedicated exhaust systems. Options
include: outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased ventilation,
construction IAQ management plan, use low-VOC products, indoor
chemical and source pollution control, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
A wide variety of point options are provided for improved indoor air
quality: Use Low-VOC adhesives, floor coverings, and finishes;
Formaldehyde-free products; install HEPA filters, install heat recovery
ventilation units; vent range hoods to outside; etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
The City of Mission Viejo's program offers a wide variety of point

options for improved indoor air quality: Use Low-VOC adhesives,
floor coverings, and finishes; Formaldehyde-free products; install
HEPA filters, install heat recovery ventilation units; vent range hoods
to outside; etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Pollution Control Measures include temporary construction

ventilation, protection of materials for moisture and VOC, post
construction standards, reducing or eliminating VOCs and
formaldehyde, CFC's, HCFCs, use of MERV 13 filters in
mechanically ventilated buildings, and environmental tobacco smoke
control. Indoor Moisture Control Measures include the requirement
for vapor retarders under concrete slab foundations, and moisture
readings on building materials. Indoor Air Quality and Exhaust
requirements include outside air delivery, CO2 monitoring, and
MERV 6 filters in HVAC.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential Build it Green/Green Points Options include timers

and humidistats on exhaust fans, reduced or eliminated VOCs and
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Mandatory baseline is compliance with ASHRAE 62.2-2004, with a

focus on low-VOC and low-formaldehyde paints, finishes and
adhesives. A Heat Recovery Ventilation system may be required.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Minimum compliance is to meet California State Ventilation and

Indoor Air Quality Code. Optional points include developing IAQ
plan with homeowners, avoiding job-site toxins, protect and clean
ducts and furnace, air seal garage or detach, use low or no-VOC and
formaldehyde products, direct stormwater from house, install poly
barrier under slab, verify performance of ventilation systems
measuring supply and exhaust flow, install MERV 8+ filters, exhaust
fans to outside, sealed combustion appliances, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential Build it Green/Green Points Options include timers and

humidistats on exhaust fans, reduced or eliminated VOCs and
Residential LEED H - Options include enhanced combustion
measures, outdoor air ventilation, local exhaust, room/room controls,
higher MERV filters, indoor contaminant control, radon resistant
construction, and detached garage, minimize pollutants from garage,
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

NC, details vary according to certification program.
Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4
through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional
ventilation requirements depending on mechanical or natural
ventilation, Prohibit Smoking in the building and within 25' of all
doors and operable openings, or designate smoking rooms with
dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: Outdoor air delivery
monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ management
plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source pollution
control, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

source pollution control, etc. California Green Builder
IAQ: N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
West Hollywood Mandatory items for residential and commercial:

Provide a construction air quality management plan on the
construction drawings that, at a minimum includes protecting ducts
during construction and changing the filters and vacuuming ducts prior
to occupancy; Use low-VOC interior paints and wood finishes.
Commercial project point options: low-VOC sealants and adhesives,
no added urea formaldehyde, install high efficiency HVAC filters,
eliminate the use of carpet, or use Green Labeled carpets and
adhesives, etc. LEED exempts local checklist.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Options include: Use Low-VOC products, No attached garage, or

exhaust garage to outside, Sealed mechanical room, Install high
MERV HVAC filters, Provide mechanically vented fresh air, Use
formaldehyde free insulation, Install radon mitigation, Install carbon
monoxide detector
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Point Option (s) include: Follow Energy Star’s Indoor Air Quality
Package Requirements, Provide mechanical ventilation, Install high
MERV HVAC filter, Install radon mitigation, Install exhaust fan on
attached garages, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Carbondale's program includes a variety of point options: Low- or

zero- VOC and/or low-toxic interior paints, lacquers, adhesives and
products; elimination of particle board in building shell; ducts sealed
during construction; detached garage/no garage/or automatic exhaust
fan, CO detectors; install exhaust fans in kitchen and all bathrooms,
MERV 11 HVAC filters, sealed mechanical rooms, sealed combustion
appliances, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential Mandatory measures include: Use formaldehyde free

and/or low toxin insulation, Use Low-VOC products
Point Option (s), Install a vapor retarder wall system, Install high
MERV HVAC filters, Install low or non toxic floor coverings, Install
carbon monoxide detector, Eliminate or seal particle board, No
attached garage, or exhaust garage to outside, Install radon mitigation,
etc
Commercial Point Option (s) include: Use formaldehyde free

insulation, Use Low-VOC products, Install radon mitigation, Install a
vapor retarder wall system, Install high MERV HVAC filters, Install
low or non toxic floor coverings, Construction IAQ plan, Indoor
chemical and pollution control, Mechanical ventilation 20% above
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7
of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation
requirements depending on mechanical or natural ventilation, prohibit
smoking in the building and within 25' of all doors and operable
openings, or designate smoking rooms with dedicated exhaust
systems. Options include: Outdoor air delivery monitoring,
Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ management plan, Use Low-
VOC products, Indoor chemical and source pollution control, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Commercial buildings greater than 5,000 ft must be LEED silver.

Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of ASHRAE
source pollution control, etc.Residential, and Commercial Less than
5,000 ft2. Mandatory requirements include formaldehyde free
insulation, CO detectors, range hood and bathroom exhaust fans to the
outside, radon mitigation, and homeowner VOC awareness. Homes
larger than 5,000 ft2 must also comply with ASHRAE Standard 62.2-
2007.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Mandatory items include CO monitor, Options include: Sealed

combustion units, or sealed mechanical rooms, high efficiency HVAC
filters, install Energy Star bathroom fans and range hood vented to
outside, mechanical fresh air ventilation system, install insulation with
no formaldehyde, HCFC-free Rigid Foam Insulation, use low- and no-
VOC paints, finishes and adhesives, eliminate carpet, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Options include: non-toxic water based spray on insulation, HCFC-

free rigid foam insulation, low-VOC paints, adhesives, and finishes,
formaldehyde free particle board and mdf, etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
A minimum of 15% of the total required points must come from the
Indoor Air Quality Category. Options include: Meet American Lung
Association Health House standards, heat recovery ventilator, meet
ASHRAE Standard 52.2, installed CO detector, solvent free low toxic
paints and finishes, formaldehyde-free cabinets and subflooring, not
toxic insulation, natural fiber flooring, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
source pollution control, etc. CHPS Indoor Air Quality
Prerequisites: a subset of CHPS Indoor Environmental Quality
Requirements. Design ventilation systems to ASHRAE Standard
62.1-2004: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air Quality; Provide
a three-part walk-off system for all active entryways to capture dirt,
particulates, and moisture before they enter the building. At active
entrances provide grills, grates, etc. to remove dirt and snow; Prevent
water accumulation by designing surface grades to slope away from
buildings and building foundations in order to drain away water,
snowmelt, and HVAC condensate to prevent the accumulation of
water; Irrigation systems must be designed and installed so that they
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Point options include: Detached garage or air barrier/mechanically

exhausted attached garage, direct vent sealed combustion fireplaces,
CO alarm, no exposed urea-formaldehyde products, low or no-VOC
finishes, sealants and adhesives, central dehumidification system, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

source pollution control, etc. FGBC Point options include:
Detached garage or air barrier/mechanically exhausted attached
garage, direct vent sealed combustion fireplaces, CO alarm, no
exposed urea-formaldehyde products, low or no-VOC finishes,
sealants and adhesives, central dehumidification system, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Residential FGBC Point options include: Detached garage or air
barrier/mechanically exhausted attached garage, direct vent sealed
combustion fireplaces, CO alarm, no exposed urea-formaldehyde
products, low or no-VOC finishes, sealants and adhesives, central
dehumidification system, etc. Residential LEED H -
Minimum of 6 Points, Options include enhanced combustion
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Point options include: Detached garage or air barrier/mechanically

exhausted attached garage, direct vent sealed combustion fireplaces,
CO alarm, no exposed urea-formaldehyde products, low or no-VOC
finishes, sealants and adhesives, central dehumidification system, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

dehumidification system, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

dehumidification system, etc. Residential LEED H -
Minimum of 6 Points, Options include enhanced combustion
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4
through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional
ventilation requirements depending on mechanical or natural
ventilation, prohibit smoking in the building and within 25' of all
doors and operable openings, or designate smoking rooms with
dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: Outdoor air delivery
monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction IAQ management
plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and source pollution
control, etc. Earthcraft Mandatory measures for
Combustion Safety include isolating mechanical equipment or
venting equipment/spaces and providing continuous air barrier
between garage and living area. Moisture Control requirements
include gravel bed beneath subgrade slab, Ventilation requirements
include exhaust fans to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets
and vehicle idling zones, outside air intake with damper, 10
cfm/bedroom, outside air with damper and timer if blower door test <
cfm 50/SFBE. Optional Measures include a wide variety of options in
each category such as detached or no garages, direct venting
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Options include water based wood floor finishes, low toxic sealants
and adhesives, Cabinets and trim made with formaldehyde-free board
and low-VOC finish, Formaldehyde-free fiberglass insulation, Exhaust
fans installed in home office areas, Moisture barriers sealed prior to
installation of flooring, etc
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
NAHB Green Guideline: Optional measures to Minimize Potential
Sources of Pollutants include isolating mechanical equipment or
venting equipment/spaces, providing continuous air barrier between
garage and living area, use of low formaldehyde emission standards
ANSI A208.1, ANSI A208.2, and ANSI/HPVA HP1, carpet, carpet
pad, and floor covering adhesives that hold “Green Label” or
equivalent, low voc wood/agrifiber products, mask HVAC outlets
during construction, and vacuum ducts prior to starting system.
Measures to Manage Potential Pollutants Generated in the Home
include venting exhausts to outside, increased mechanical ventilation,
heat and energy-recovery ventilation, MERV 9 filers, humidistats,
radon barriers, Measures to Manage Moisture buildup include
controlling bathroom exhaust fan, moisture resistant backer board in
wet areas, vapor retarders, protect moisture sensitive building
materials, eliminate plumbing supply lines in exterior walls, insulate
cold water lines in unconditioned spaces, check moisture content of
wood. LEED for Homes: Options: enhanced combustion measures,
outdoor air ventilation, local exhaust, room-to-room controls, higher
MERV filters, indoor contaminant control, radon resistant
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
LEED for Schools
LEED-ND
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
LEED-NC, Chicago Green Homes, LEED-H. Commercial LEED
Certification: below is summarized from LEED NC, details vary
according to certification program. Mandatory: Meet the minimum
requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007
and additional ventilation requirements depending on mechanical or
natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the building and within 25' of
all doors and operable openings, or designate smoking rooms with
dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: outdoor air delivery
monitoring, increased ventilation, construction IAQ management plan,
use low-VOC products, indoor chemical and source pollution control,
etc. Options in Chicago's single family checklist include: meet
American Lung Association Health House Standards, avoiding
finishes, sealants, adhesives, and materials with formaldehyde or
VOC, high performance air filters - MERV 10+, whole house HEPA
filters, bathroom and range exhuast to outside, garage isolated or
detached from living space, exhaust fan in attached garage, etc.
LEED for Homes: Options: enhanced combustion measures, outdoor
air ventilation, local exhaust, room-to-room controls, higher MERV
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Chicago Green Homes, LEED-H. Options in Chicago's

include meet American Lung Association Health House
Standards, avoiding finishes, sealants, adhesives, and materials with
formaldehyde or VOC, high performance air filters - MERV 10+,
whole house HEPA filters, bathroom and range exhaust to outside,
garage isolated or detached from living space, exhaust fan in attached
garage, etc. Residential LEED H - Options include enhanced
combustion measures, outdoor air ventilation, local exhaust,
room/room controls, higher MERV filters, indoor contaminant
control, radon resistant construction, and detached garage, minimize
pollutants from garage, or exhaust to outside.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
ICC/NAHB Residential Standard IAQ: Pollution Source Control -
natural draft mechanical equipment located in conditioned spaces must
be in a sealed room with a fresh air source, power or direct vent
combustion equipment, garages are detached or sealed from
conditioned space, moisture resistant wood materials, carpet systems
and adhesives are labeled Green Label Plus, use hard-surface flooring,
low-VOC architectural coatings, adhesives and sealants, cabinets and
vanities which meet the low toxin CARB Composite Wood Air Toxic
Contaminant Measure Standard, low-formaldehyde insulation, CO
alarms etc. Pollutant Control: Mandatory ventilation to outside,
optional timers/humidistats, balanced exhaust and supply systems, heat
or energy-recovery systems, radon control, HVAC system protection
during construction, central vacuum installed and vented to outside,
Moisture Management: vapor, rainwater, plumbing, HVAC:
mandatory tile backer, optional crawlspace vapor retarders, building
material moisture control measures, plumbing lines in interior walls,
insulate cold water pipes in unconditioned spaces, plumbing in
conditioned spaces, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Maine State Housing Authority Green Building Standards:
Mandatory: an effective water management plan designed to prevent
mold inside the thermal envelope, sealed ductwork, blower door
testing, commissioning for projects with five or more units, low/no
VOC paints and adhesives, low emission CRI carpets, and no carpets
in kitchens or within 3ft of entrances. Commercial LEED
Certification: below is summarized from LEED NC, details vary
according to certification program. Mandatory: Meet the minimum
requirements of Sections 4 through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007
and additional ventilation requirements depending on mechanical or
natural ventilation, prohibit smoking in the building and within 25' of
all doors and operable openings, or designate smoking rooms with
dedicated exhaust systems. Options include: outdoor air delivery
monitoring, increased ventilation, construction IAQ management plan,
use low-VOC products, indoor chemical and source pollution control,
etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
filters, indoor contaminant control, radon resistant construction,
detached garage, minimize pollutants from garage, or exhaust to
outside.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
source pollution control, etc. LEED for Homes: Options: enhanced
combustion measures, outdoor air ventilation, local exhaust, room-to-
room controls, higher MERV filters, indoor contaminant control,
radon resistant construction, detached garage, minimize pollutants
from garage, or exhaust to outside.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Energy Star: Mandatory Prerequisite is Energy Star Indoor Air

Quality Package
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
Standard
CHPS Indoor Air Quality Prerequisites: a subset of CHPS Indoor
Environmental Quality Requirements. Design ventilation systems to
ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2004: Ventilation for Acceptable Indoor Air
Quality; Provide a three-part walk-off system for all active entryways
to capture dirt, particulates, and moisture before they enter the
building. At active entrances provide grills, grates, etc. to remove dirt
and snow; Prevent water accumulation by designing surface grades to
slope away from buildings and building foundations in order to drain
away water, snowmelt, and HVAC condensate to prevent the
accumulation of water; Irrigation systems must be designed and
installed so that they do not spray on buildings; During construction,
keep materials dry to prevent the growth of mold and bacteria; If the
building or a portion of the building is to be occupied during
construction, meet or exceed the Recommended Design Approaches
of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning National Contractors
Association (SMACNA) IAQ Guideline for Occupied Buildings
Under Construction, 1995, chapter 3; Replace all HVAC filtration
media immediately prior to occupancy; Ensure that permanently
installed filtration media have a MERV of at least 10 except for unit
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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conditioned spaces, etc. NAHB Green Guideline: Optional
measures to Minimize Potential Sources of Pollutants include isolating
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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wood.
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Use Low-VOC products.
Point Options include: install a vapor retarder wall system, install

high MERV HVAC filters, sealed mechanical room, install low or non
toxic products, install carbon monoxide detector, eliminate or seal
particle board, no attached garage, or exhaust garage to outside.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A

Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Energy Star: combustion safety testing standards and procedures,

ventilation requirements.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Prerequisite: Energy Star: Combustion Safety Testing Standards

and Procedures, ventilation requirements.
Indoor Air Quality
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N/A
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N/A
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Options to Select: Install a vapor retarder wall system, Install high

MERV HVAC filters, Sealed mechanical room, Install low or non
toxic products, Install carbon monoxide detector, Eliminate or seal
particle board, No attached garage, or exhaust garage to outside, and
Install radon mitigation
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Operations of existing buildings should strive to meet the Energy Star

building standards for energy performance and indoor air quality.
New state construction and substantial renovations must follow
LEED* green building guidelines to the maximum extent practical.
NC, details vary according to certification program, Mandatory: Meet
Outdoor air delivery monitoring, Increased ventilation, Construction
IAQ management plan, Use Low-VOC products, Indoor chemical and
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Energy Star: Combustion Safety Testing Standards and Procedures.

Indoor Air Quality
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Energy Star: Combustion Safety Testing Standards and Procedures,


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In addition to the NAHB Green Guideline optional measures listed
below, additional point options include sealed attics and crawlspaces,
no asphalt within 50 ft, solid surface floors that do not require site
chemical treatment, cabinets that use low or no formaldehyde, short
nap carpet, carpet with moisture resistant top surface, etc.
Requirements from the Green Guidelines include minimize potential
sources of pollutants include isolating mechanical equipment or
Measures to manage potential pollutants generated in the home
heat and energy-recovery ventilation, MERV 9 filers, humidistats, and
radon barriers. Measures to manage moisture buildup include
wood.
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Healthy Built House Prerequisites include: CO detectors per 1,000
ft2, meet specifications regarding combustion equipment, mechanical
fresh air ventilation, exhaust fans vented to outside with 50 and 100
CFM in the bathroom and kitchen, respectively. Provide make-up air
for the range-hood. Separate air in attached garage from conditioned
air by providing air barrier. Options include: house complies with
recognized IAQ standard or specification, detached or no garage,
cooling equipment with non-HCFC refrigerant, duct protection
throughout construction, MERV 8+ filters, humidity sensors, radon
detection and mitigation, low or zero formaldehyde products, low or
no-VOC - meet or exceed Green Seal Standard, SCAQMD guidelines,
no carpet, etc.
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source pollution control, etc. Residential: Healthy Built House
Prerequisites include: CO detectors per 1,000 ft2, meet specifications
regarding combustion equipment, mechanical fresh air ventilation,
exhaust fans vented to outside with 50 and 100 CFM in the bathroom
and kitchen, respectively. Provide make-up air for the range-hood.
Separate air in attached garage from conditioned air by providing air
barrier. Options include: House complies with recognized IAQ
standard or specification, detached or no garage, cooling equipment
with non-HCFC refrigerant, duct protection throughout construction,
MERV 8+ filters, humidity sensors, radon detection and mitigation,
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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N/A
Indoor Air Quality
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source pollution control, etc. Healthy Built House
Prerequisites include:Energy Star certification, blower door test
meets minimum standard of 0.35 CFM/sf, duct test meets minimum
standard of 8% leakage, all heating and cooling sized according to
manual J. Point options include: increased efficiency (HERS of 82 or
below, environments for living, etc) blower door test with lower
(better) results, increased envelope insulation, SIPS, building
orientation, overhangs, duct blaster test with lower (better) results, use
of ACCA manuals J and D, increased HVAC efficiencies, heat
recovery ventilation system, Energy Star appliances and fixtures, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
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Earthcraft Indoor Air Quality: mandatory measures for Combustion

Safety include isolating mechanical equipment or venting
equipment/spaces and providing a continuous air barrier between the
garage and living area. Moisture Control requirements include gravel
bed beneath subgrade slab. Ventilation requirements include exhaust
fans to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle
idling zones, outside air intake with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside
air with damper and timer if blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE.
Optional Measures include a wide variety of options in each category
such as detached or no garages, direct venting combustion appliances,
humidistats, drainage boards for below grade walls, outside air intake
with ventilation timer and motorized damper, effective cross
ventilation with screens, certified low VOC paints and flooring
produces, or no carpet.
Indoor Air Quality
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wood.
Indoor Air Quality
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wood. ICC/NAHB Residential Standard IAQ: Pollution Source
Control - natural draft mechanical equipment located in conditioned
spaces must be in a sealed room with a fresh air source, power or
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Green Globes. Commercial LEED Certification: below is
program. Mandatory: Meet the minimum requirements of Sections 4
through 7 of ASHRAE Standard 62.1-2007 and additional ventilation
systems. Options include: outdoor air delivery monitoring, increased
ventilation, construction IAQ management plan, use low-VOC
products, indoor chemical and source pollution control, etc.
N/A
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Does not include specific criteria.

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N/A
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wood.
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wood.
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source pollution control, etc. Earthcraft Indoor Air Quality:
mandatory measures for Combustion Safety include isolating
mechanical equipment or venting equipment/spaces and providing a
continuous air barrier between garage and living area. Moisture
Control requirements include gravel bed beneath sub-grade slab,
ventilation requirements include exhaust fans to outside, air intakes >
10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle idling zones, outside air intake
with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside air with damper and timer if
blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE. Optional Measures include a wide
variety of options in each category such as detached or no garages,
direct venting combustion appliances, humidistats, drainage boards for
below grade walls, outside air intake with ventilation timer and
motorized damper, effective cross ventilation with screens, certified
Indoor Air Quality
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Standard EcoBuild Features include: Interior finishes - such as

paints and stains with low VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Commercial: Austin Green Building Rating System Mandatory

Requirements: Use of Low-VOC paints and finishes, Point Options
include Indoor Air Quality Monitoring; Venting point source
pollution; Using low emitting products; Implement SMACNA or
similar standards for construction air quality; etc Residential:
Austin Green Building Rating System Mandatory Requirements: No
unvented gas logs/fireplaces installed; Exhaust fans venting to outside
for cooktop/stove/microwave and baths with a tub or shower; Low-
VOC (volatile organic compound) interior wall and ceiling paint:
VOC level of 100 grams per liter or less, or is CoA recycled paint
Extensive List of Point Options Include: Use no-or low VOC
products, avoid formaldehyde, central vacuum and kitchen bathroom
fans exhausted to outside, timer or humidistat on bathroom fans,
carbon monoxide detectors, etc. Separate standards apply to multi-
family.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
N/A
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Commercial Does Not Address IAQ. Residential Minimum Standard

is ASHRAE 62.2, insulated ducts in unconditioned space to an R-6,
outdoor exhaust for central vacuum, and specifications for outdoor air
intakes.
Indoor Air Quality
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Options include power selated combustion equipment, humidistats,

controlled mechanical ventilation systems, CO detectors, low-VOC
products, Green Label carpet or no carpet, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
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source pollution control, etc..
Indoor Air Quality
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Residential Minimum Standard is ASHRAE 62.2, insulated ducts in

unconditioned space to an R-6, outdoor exhaust for central vacuum,
and specifications for outdoor air intakes.
Indoor Air Quality
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N/A
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equipment/spaces and providing a continuous air barrier between
garage and living area. Moisture Control requirements include gravel
bed beneath sub-grade slab, ventilation requirements include exhaust
fans to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle
idling zones, outside air intake with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside
air with damper and timer if blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE.
Optional Measures include a wide variety of options in each category
such as detached or no garages, direct venting combustion appliances,
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
filters, indoor contaminant control, radon resistant construction,
detached garage, minimize pollutants from garage, or exhaust to
outside. ICC/NAHB Residential Standard IAQ: Pollution Source
Control - natural draft mechanical equipment located in conditioned
spaces must be in a sealed room with a fresh air source, power or
direct vent combustion equipment, garages are detached or sealed
from conditioned space, moisture resistant wood materials, carpet
systems and adhesives are labeled Green Label Plus, use hard-surface
flooring, low-VOC architectural coatings, adhesives and sealants,
cabinets and vanities which meet the low toxin CARB Composite
Wood Air Toxic Contaminant Measure Standard, low-formaldehyde
insulation, CO alarms etc. Pollutant Control: Mandatory ventilation to
outside, optional timers/humidistats, balanced exhaust and supply
systems, heat or energy-recovery systems, radon control, HVAC
system protection during construction, central vacuum installed and
vented to outside, Moisture Management: vapor, rainwater, plumbing,
HVAC: mandatory tile backer, optional crawlspace vapor retarders,
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
Standard
equipment/spaces and providing continuous air barrier between garage
and living area. Moisture Control requirements include gravel bed
beneath sub-grade slab, ventilation requirements include exhaust fans
to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle idling
zones, outside air intake with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside air
with damper and timer if blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE. Optional
Measures include a wide variety of options in each category such as
detached or no garages, direct venting combustion appliances,
Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Optional points include Low/No VOC paints and primers, adhesives

and sealants, Formaldehyde-Free wood products, Green Label
Certified Floor Coverings, Install Energy Star-labeled bathroom fans
that exhaust to the outdoors and are equipped with a timer, humidistat
sensor, or that operate continuously. etc
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
wood.
Indoor Air Quality
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source pollution control, etc. Residential compliance with Green
Communities requires using low or no-VOC products, Formaldehyde-
free products, Energy Star exhaust fans in the bathroom, exterior
exhausted fans in kitchen, ventilation system compliant with ASHRAE
62.1-2007 or 62.2, HVAC sizing in accordance with ACCA Manuals
S and J, and tankless water heaters or convential with exterior piped
drains, slab and basement vapor barriers, radon protection, garage
isolation, power vented or combustion sealed equipment, CO
detectors, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Mandatory Built Green requirements: combustion appliances and

fireplaces adequately ventilated and adequate combustion air, sealing
between garage and living space, continuous air barrier between
garage and conditioned living space. Options: natural drafting
equipment, HVAC equipment outside conditioned space or
isolated/air sealed, no garage, timers and humidistats on exhaust fans,
reduced or eliminated VOCs and formaldehydes, eliminate carpet,
hose test installed windows to verify resistance to wind driven rain,
MERV 10+ filters, and CO2 alarms, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard

Indoor Air Quality
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Indoor Air Quality
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Minimum Requirement: meet Washington State Ventilation/IAQ
Code. Optional points, Certify House under American Lung
Association Healthy House Program Job-Site Operation Options:
material moisture control, properly ventilate job site, clean duct and
furnace prior to occupancy, Layout and Material Selection Options:
avoid or eliminate VOCs and urea-formaldehyde, eliminate carpet,
maximize air quality in bedroom Moisture Control Options 10 mil
vapor barrier under slab, proper drainage, test for ration, insulate
garage to reduce condensation Air Distribution and Filtration Options:
return air ducts or passive pressure relief in bedrooms, verify
performance of ventilation systems, install central vacuum exhaust to
outside, provide cross ventilation, install CO detector(s). HVAC
Options: install exhaust fans in home offices, balance indoor air
pressure, install ductless heating systems, etc.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Encourages higher standards and/or third party verification program.

Does not specify prerequisites or standards
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
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Wisconsin Measures are closely aligned with NAHB Measures to
Minimize Potential Sources of Pollutants include isolating mechanical
equipment or venting equipment/spaces, providing continuous air
barrier between garage and living area, use of low formaldehyde
emission standards ANSI A208.1, ANSI A208.2, and ANSI/HPVA
HP1, carpet, carpet pad, and floor covering adhesives that hold “Green
Label” or equivalent, low voc wood/agrifiber products, mask HVAC
outlets during construction, and vacuum ducts prior to starting system.
wood.
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
equipment/spaces and providing continuous air barrier between garage
and living area. Moisture Control requirements include gravel bed
beneath sub-grade slab, ventilation requirements include exhaust fans
to outside, air intakes > 10' from exhaust outlets and vehicle idling
zones, outside air intake with damper, 10 cfm/bedroom, outside air
with damper and timer if blower door test < cfm 50/SFBE. Optional
Measures include a wide variety of options in each category such as
detached or no garages, direct venting combustion appliances,
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
Indoor Air Quality
Standard
The New Buildings Institute’s Core Performance Guide: does not

specifically address IAQ
Indoor Air Quality
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conditioned spaces, etc.
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Indoor Air Quality
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Required: all fans; kitchen (90 cfm) bath (50 cfm) whole house fans
and clothes dryer excauss to outside, paints, cabinets, flooring and
adhesives must be low or no VOC.
Indoor Air Quality
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wood.
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