Planners clarify energy-code obligations for building conversions
Staff told the commission that unchanged portions of existing buildings generally would not need to meet current energy-code standards, while changed portions would be expected to comply; commissioners asked staff to improve the draft language for clarity.
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Commissioners asked staff to clarify how the energy code would apply when commercial buildings are converted to residential units. Staff said unchanged portions of an existing building would not be required to meet the current energy code, but areas that are altered as part of a conversion would be required to comply unless specific exceptions apply.
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