Quarterly CMFNH Newsletter – vol.1, ed.1 2nd Quarter 2010
Energy News & Tech Tips. Project of the Quarter
Name: Vineyard Green Townhomes City: Greenfield, California Percent above 2005 Title 24: 45.70% Developer: CHISPA HERS Rater: Bright Green Strategies Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Measures: • Fluorescent light fixtures • Tankless water heaters • Photovoltaic roof panels • Flow restrictors on faucets • Dual flush toilets • Roof water capture • Diversion of at least 75% of construction waste • Engineered lumber • Low VOC paints and adhesives Vineyard Green Townhomes also participated in Build It Green’s GreenPoint Rated program, preliminarily earning 133 points. * The project completing within the current quarter exceeding Title 24 by the highest percentage will be considered Project of the Quarter
Events & Trainings CMFNH would like to invite you to our MultiFamily Residential New Construction Training series. For complete training descriptions and registration information, please visit our training page or contact Ashley Beals at (916) 962-7001 or beals@h-m-g.com. For additional events and trainings, please visit our events page.
Tech Tip: HERS Measures New construction projects face several challenges in meeting the new 2008 Title 24 Standards. In most cases, energy consultants will need to integrate HERS measures into the Title 24 report. However, the implications of these measures are often overlooked. When selecting HERS measures, keep the following tips in mind: 1. Coordination with your design team members and subcontractors is critical when determining which HERS measures to install to ensure that everyone can prepare and schedule accordingly. For example, if the Quality Insulation Installation (QII) HERS measure is being used, the HERS rater needs to inspect the insulation before the drywall goes up, which requires coordination with the drywall contractor. If the HERS rater cannot verify the insulation installation, it may fail to comply with the program and not receive incentives. 2. Be aware of potential additional costs involved when choosing HERS measures. For example, using the Low Leakage Ducts in Conditioned Space HERS measure could require redesigning the HVAC equipment placement, thus increasing design and construction costs. 3. Recognize that some measures could affect your construction schedule. For example, using the Blower Door HERS measure requires the plumber, HVAC contractor, door and window installer to seal their individual components tightly to ensure no leakage. This process takes time. If the HERS rater finds more leakage than Title 24 allows or the test fails, then the HERS rater is required to re-test, further lengthening the verification process. For additional details about HERS measure requirements, please refer to the 2008 Residential Compliance Manual or contact CMFNH staff.
Program Completions Congratulations to those developers that recently completed construction and participation in CMFNH! • • • • • • • • • • • •
Developer Name - Percent Above 2005 Title 24 Bridge Housing Corporation – 43.40% CHISPA – 45.70% EAH Housing, Inc. – 18.85% Hauser Architects, P.C. – 16.17% Howard Fong – 19.39% Pacific West Builders Inc. – 18.00% Resources for Community Development – 35.39% SCS Development Company – 19.70% Self-Help Enterprises – 25.83% Signature Properties – 16.09% Signature Properties – 18.32% Tenderloin Neighborhood Development – 18.16%
Appliance-Only Projects: • Burbank Housing Development • Regis Homes • SCS Development Company
CMFNH Updates We're pleased to announce a number of new additions to the program, including a revised incentive structure, updated training series, and new applications. Our new incentive structure incrementally rewards your energy efficiency achievements toward net zero. Starting with a base incentive of $100 per dwelling unit, the more energy you save beyond the minimum 15% better than 2008 Title 24 Energy Standards, the more incentive dollars you'll be eligible to receive. Incentives for the energy consultant and third-party HERS verification are still available and have not changed. Our new applications are now available for download. For more information, visit our website.
A Message from our Partner:
ENERGY STAR® High-Rise Pilot Program The EPA is rolling out the ENERGY STAR® Multi-Family High-Rise (MFHR) pilot program in California for buildings 4 stories or more. This pilot was previously conducted in NY, OR, NJ, and WI. The California pilot will determine if the program requirements are costeffective and its applicability to California’s Title 24 Energy Efficiency Standards. Pilot Participation Requirements: • Meet energy performance guidelines (15% better than Title 24 or 20% better than ASHRAE 90.1-2004) • Provide incremental project costs • Provide two years of building energy performance date • Qualify and participate in California Multi-Family Hew Homes (CMFNH) • Participation Benefits: • Free building simulation and technical assistance • Utility program incentives for project team • Marketing benefits, including national recognition • Quality assurance through program protocols
Quarterly CMFNH Newsletter – vol.1, ed.1 2nd Quarter 2010