# Instructions

**Click the link below or paste the web address into your browser to watch the T&V Worksheets**  **Training Video:** http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gco7heVBBZY



### 1.0 **General Formatting**



### 1.1 **Cells**

= Fill data in this cell after site Inspection

= Baseline Reference - ASHRAE 90.1-2007

= Information in this cell is fed to other spreadsheets



### 1.2 **Worksheets**

= Introductory W orksheets

= Performance Values & Deliverables

= Inspection W orksheet, typically completed during Pre-Drywall or Drywall Inspection

= Inspection W orksheet, typically completed during Finishes

= Inspection W orksheet, typically completed during Construction Close-out



### 2.0 **Summary**



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**3.0 Navigating** 



### 3.1

**4.0 T&V Worksheets**  **- Overview**

= Proposed ERM and Values used for Energy Model. Enter data in these orange cells in the ‘ERMs’ worksheet ONLY. All other orange cells in this workbook link back to the ‘ERMs’ worksheet for relevant data. = Comments made during Plan Review. Enter data in these blue cells in the Inspections Worksheets ONLY. All other blue cells (including those in the ‘ERMs’ and ‘Overview’ worksheets) link back to the Inspection Worksheets for relevant data.

Energy reduction measures are first described in the 'ERMs' W orksheet in the column labeled "Proposed Method of Compliance". Energy reduction measures are determined by the Design Team when following the MFHR Performance Path or by the requirements listed in the ENERGY STAR MFHR Prescriptive Path for your climate zone. When following the Performance Path , data entered in the “Proposed Method of Compliance” column of the ‘ERMs’ worksheet provide guidance for energy modeling inputs & assumptions entered in the adjacent “Values used in Energy Model” Column. Both the "Proposed Method of Compliance" and the "Values Used in Energy Model" columns are linked to relevant cells/worksheets throughout the individual T&V Worksheets . For both the Performance Path and the Prescriptive Path , this provides the person responsible for reviewing construction documents and on site inspections necessary information to confirm whether program goals and design intent have been met. After the construction documents have been reviewed and feedback provided in the T&V Worksheets , it is linked back to the 'Overview' W orksheet which serves as a summary of the plan review. The next step is either to make revisions to the modeling inputs and/or provide feedback to the project team on how to bring the design in line with the assumptions made in the energy model or requirements as specified in the Prescriptive Path . The 'Overview' W orksheet can also be used as the deliverable to provide feedback to the project team. Rows and columns can be hidden as review items become closed, or if the deliverable is being sent to the project Architect or Engineer and only certain items are applicable. This helps mi nimize the size and makes the document a more manageable discussion piece. All prerequisites listed in the T&V Worksheets are linked to the 'Prerequisites Checklist'; all requirements of the Prescriptive Path are linked to the 'Prescriptive Path Checklist'. Prior to submitting the T&V Worksheets to EPA, review the applicable checklist to confirm that all prerequisites or prescriptive requirements have been verified. After the final plan review confirms all recommendations have been integrated in to the construction documents, the T&V Worksheets are intended to be printed and brought to the field. They list measures and building components to be inspected as well as mandatory requirements and/or energy modeling assumptions to be confirmed and any additional relevant information identified during the plan review. Post-inspection feedback entered into each worksheet is linked back to the 'ERMs' W orksheet as a summary for updating the Final Building energy model per as-built conditions or to identify measures needing corrections. They are also linked to the 'Overview' W orksheet serving as a project overview from design to completion. The T&V Worksheets in the As-Built submittal will represent the conditions of the Final Building and do not need to include information from each site visit as long as the Final Building meets the requirements of the Prescriptive Path or has an energy model that complies with the Performance Target, and the prerequisites have been met or exceeded. In other words, it's not necessary to update the digital version of the worksheets after each site visit, as long as the final conditions are documented in the submitted version. At a minimum, T&V Worksheets filled in by hand at each inspection shall be kept on file in the case further information is requested by EPA.

The W orksheet labeled 'Table of Contents' can be used to quickly jump to the desired T&V Worksheet . Additionally each worksheet has a link in the top left corner labeled "TOC" that brings you back to the 'Table of Contents' W orksheet.

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### 4.1

**4.2**

**4.3**

**4.4**

**4.5**

a) Yes - Verified b) No - Not Verified c) N/A - Not Applicable 

### 4.6

**5.0 Help** 
**5.1** Send questions and comments to

EPA Form 5900-269 The government estimates the average time needed to fill out this form is 8 hours and welcomes suggestions for reducing this effort. Send comments (referencing OMB Control Number) to the Director, Collection Strategies Division, U.S. EPA (2822T), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW , W ashington, D.C. 20460.

Most T&V Worksheets contain sections titled "Notes for Drawings and Specifications". This is meant to be used in the plan review stage for easy access to language to be copied and pasted into the cells labeled "Plan Review Comment". This section and any others not needed can be hidden when printing for the field to condense the size as much as possible. The more complex building components, such as HVAC, do not have the "Notes for Drawings and Specifications" section because there are too many notes to put in one cell; they are broken up line by line in elements below.

MFHR@energystar.gov Some T&V Worksheets have schedules for building HVAC equipment or envelope assemblies for easier tracking of characteristics specific to that type of component. These rows have been left unlocked so they can be copied for various assemblies, or rows can be inserted for additional equipment. Each T&V Worksheet lists the individual elements from the ENERGY STAR MFHR Testing and Verification Protocols (T&V Protocols) that needs to be checked either in the design phase and/or during construction. For both the "Plan Review" and "Inspection" columns, there is a comment box for feedback as well as a verification input where you can choose one of the following after reviewing that particular element. This information links back to the 'ERMs', 'Overview', and 'Prerequisites Checklist' W orksheets for easy reference when updating the model, communicating with the project team or EPA.

After the plan review or inspection has been completed, the T&V Worksheets or sections of the 'Overview' Worksheet can be printed and used as deliverables to provide feedback to the project team. Each T&V Worksheet is formatted similarly to easily locate the sections used at different stages throughout the project. The header contains the name of the project, building component being reviewed/inspected and a box to enter the date inspections occur and who conducted them. Each T&V Worksheet also contains sections titled "Schedule", "Equipment Needed" and "Sampling Requirements". The "Schedule" section gives recommendations about the appropriate time to begin inspecting that particular component and sometimes suggests the minimum number of inspections. "Sampling Requirements" outlines appropriate sampling rates, minimum sample set requirements and mandatory photographs to be included as documentation.

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### OMB Control No. 2060-0586

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### Send comments (referencing OMB Control Number) to the Director, Collection Strategies Division, U.S. EPA (2822T), 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW , W ashington, D.C. 20460.

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### Project Name: <provide project name>

**Compliance Path:** Prescriptive **Project Code: Address:**  **City, State, Zip: Climate Zone** 

**Is this project participating in any state or local ENERGY STAR program?** 
**Is this project participating in NYSERDA's Multifamily Performance**  **Program?**

**Team First Name**  **Last Name Email**  **Office Phone Direct Line** 

**MEP Contractor Dev**  **eloper**

**Architect**

**MEP Engineer**

**General Contractor**

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### For Prescriptive Path Projects Only

**Number of Stories**
Number of Units (per building) Typical SF of apartment **Studio 1 - Bedroom**  **2 - Bedroom 3 - Bedroom**  **4 - Bedroom**
Building Areas (per building)

**Building Area Total Square Ft**  Apartment Storage, active Storage, inactive Lobby Corridor/Transition Stairs - Active Restroom Office Conference/meeting/multipurpose Electrical/Mechanical Wo rkshop Parking garage Nonresidential Spaces (ie. commercial)
Type of Garage

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## T&V Protocol Number and Description **T&V Worksheet Potential Inspection**  **Schedule Categories** Protocol 1.1 - ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances 1.1 - APPLIANCES Post-Completion
Protocol 2.1 - Central DHW Systems (Serving 5 units or more) 2.1-2.2, 5.1, 5.3 - HEATING&DHW Finishes
Protocol 2.2 - Distributed DHW (Individual Apartment) Systems 2.1-2.2, 5.1, 5.3 - HEATING&DHW Finishes

3.1 - ENV_BELOW GRADE W ALL Pre-Drywall

3.1 - ENV_ABOVE GRADE W ALL Pre-Drywall

8.1 - INF_EXT AIR BARRIER Pre-Drywall

Protocol 3.2 - Roof Construction/Insulation, R-value 3.2 - ENV_ROOF Pre-Drywall

Protocol 3.3 - Floor Construction/Insulation, R-value 3.3 - ENV_FLOORS Pre-Drywall

3.4 - ENV_W INDOW S Pre-Drywall

8.1 - INF_EXT AIR BARRIER Pre-Drywall

3.5 - ENV_EXTERIOR DOORS Post-Completion

8.1 - INF_EXT AIR BARRIER Pre-Drywall

Protocol 4.1 – Heating and Compartmentalization 4.1 - GARAGES_CMPTZ & HEATING Pre-Drywall Protocol 5.1 - Central Heating Systems (Serving 5 units or more) 2.1-2.2, 5.1, 5.3 - HEATING&DHW Finishes Protocol 5.2 - Central Cooling Systems (Serving 5 units or more) 5.2, 5.4 - COOLING Finishes Protocol 5.3 - Distributed (Individual Apartment) Heating Systems 2.1-2.2, 5.1, 5.3 - HEATING&DHW Finishes Protocol 5.4 - Distributed (Individual Apartment) Cooling Systems 5.2, 5.4 - COOLING Finishes Protocol 6.1 - Common Areas, In-Unit, Garage and Exterior Lighting Finishes

Protocol 6.2 – Emergency Lighting (Exit Signs) Finishes

Protocol 6.3 – Controls Finishes

Protocol 7.1 - Motors 7.1 - MOTORS Finishes

8.1 - INF_EXT AIR BARRIER Pre-Drywall

8.1-INF_COMPTZN VIS INSPECTION Pre-Drywall

8.1 - INF_BLOW ER DOOR TEST Post-Completion

8.2 - VENT_SCHEDULE&TAB REPORT Finishes

8.2 - VENT_DUCT TIGHTNESS Pre-Drywall

Protocol 9.1 - Metering Configuration 9.1 - METERS Post-Completion 6.1, 6.2, 6.3 - LIGHTING

Protocol 8.1 - Envelope Air Sealing and Total Air Leakage - Common Area, Apartments, and Exterior

Protocol 8.2 - Common Area and In-Unit Ventilation (CFM), Intake Source, and Intake/Exhaust Fan Efficiency Protocol 3.1 - W all Construction/Insulation, R-value

Protocol 3.4 - W indow Selection, U-value, and SHGC

Protocol 3.5 - Exterior Door Selection, Entranceway Design, Use of Vestibules, W eather-stripping, and Air Leakage

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

Date Revised: By: Date Revised: By:
**Proposed Method of Compliance**  **(by PM/client) Values Used in Energy Model**  **(Performance Path Only) Modeling Submittal Notes**  **AP PLIA**  **NCES**

**Refrigerators** Fed Min Std Refrigerator 529 kWh
**Dishwashers** Fed Min Std Dishwasher EF=0.46, 206 kWh/yr, 1,290 gal/yr
**Clothes Washers** In-Unit: 81kWh/yr, 2,436 hot water gallons/yr Common: 196 kWh/yr, 5,903 hot water gallons/yr **Ceiling Fans** Not modeled explicitly **Vending Machines** Not modeled explicitly **Stove** Enter Fuel: Gas or Electric **Dryer** Enter Fuel: Gas or Electric **DOMESTIC HOT WA**

**TER** DHW measures listed below must comply with

ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 Section 7.4 in addition to

the listed requirements below.

**Domestic Hot Water-Type &**

**Efficiency** Select one based on Proposed Design: Central Gas Boiler: 80% Thermal Efficiency In-Unit Gas Storage: 0.62-0.0019V EF; In-Unit Electric Storage: 0.93-0.00132V EF **Domestic Hot Water - Storage**

**Insulation** Unfired Storage tank: R-12.5 In-Unit Storage: NA (included in EF)

**Domestic Hot Water - Low Flow**

**Fixtures** Showerheads: 2.5 gpm Kitchen Faucets: 2.5 gpm Lavatory Faucets: 2.5 gpm Toilets: 1.6 gallons per flush **ENVELOPE** The envelope measures listed below must comply with ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 Section 5.4 in addition to

the listed requirements.
**Below Grade Wall Insulation** Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Below-Grade walls

**Ab ove Grade Wall Insulation**  Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Steel-Framed walls **Floor Perimeter/Plank Edge**

**Insulation** Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Mass walls

**Roof Insulation** Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Insulation Entirely above Deck **Floor Insulation A**

**bove Unconditioned Space**  Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Steel-joist floors **Below Grade Slab Floor Insulation**  Uninsulated

**Slab-on-Grade Insulation (unheated)**  Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Slab-on-Grade floors,

Unheated
**Slab-on-Grade Insulation (embedded heated only)**  Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Residential or Nonresidential Slab-on-Grade floors,

Heated
**Windows** Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Vertical Glazing and Proposed frame material
**Exterior Doors** Enter value from ASHRAE Table 5.5-1 through 5.5-8 for Opaque Doors **HEA TING & COOLING**  The Heating and Cooling measures listed below must comply with ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 Section 6.4 in addition to the listed requirements below.
**Space Heating - Type & Efficiency**  Gas Heat: One or two 80% Et or 82% Ec Natural Gas Boiler(s), check ASHRAE Table 6.8Electric Heat: PTHP, 2.81 COP, electric resistance backup at <40F **Heating Terminal Units - Electric or Freeze Protection**  Not applicable in Baseline **Space Heating Distribution -Fan**

**Power** Gas Heat: hydronic and 0.0003 kW/CFM PTAC Electric Heat: 0.0003 kW/CFM PTHP **Building Component Baseline for Energy Model**  **AS HRA**  **E 90.1-2007 (Performance Path Only)**

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

Date Revised: By: Date Revised: By:
**Proposed Method of Compliance**  **(by PM/client) Values Used in Energy Model**  **(Performance Path Only) Modeling Submittal Notes**  **Building Component Baseline for Energy Model**  **AS HRA**  **E 90.1-2007 (Performance Path Only)**

**Space Heating - Sizing** Enter baseline capacity as calculated by energy modeling software. Per Appendix G, Section G3.1.2.2, unmet load hours shall not exceed 300 hours and 25% oversizing is allowed for sizing baseline heating

systems.

**Space Heating - Design Temperatures**  Per Appendix G, Section G3.1.3.3: Hot Water Design Supply Temperature: 180F Hot Water Design Return Temperature: 130F

**Space Heating - Controls** Per Appendix G, Section G3.1.3.4: Outdoor reset: 180F at 20F and below, 150F at 50F and above. **Thermostat Setting** Heating: 70/72 Cooling: 78/80 **Space Cooling - Type and Efficiency**  Gas Heat: PTAC, 9.305 EER Electric Heat: PTHP, 9.105 EER **Space Cooling Distribution -Fan**

**Power** 0.0003 kW/CFM

**Space Cooling - Sizing** Enter baseline capacity as calculated by energy modeling software. Per Appendix G, Section G3.1.2.2, unmet load hours shall not exceed 300 hours and 15% oversizing is allowed for sizing baseline cooling

systems.
**Space Cooling - Controls** NA **LIGHTING**

**Lighting Controls** Occupancy Sensors everywhere except halls, stairs and lobbies

**Common A**

**rea Lighting** ASHRAE 90.1 Baseline LPD's Lobby: 1.3 W/Sf Corridor: 0.5 W/Sf Stairs: 0.6 W/Sf Elevator: 1.3 W/Sf Storage, Active: 0.8 W/Sf Storage, Inactive: 0.3 W/Sf Restroom: 0.9 W/Sf Office: 1.1 W/Sf Multipurpose: 1.3 W/Sf Elec/Mech: 1.5 W/Sf **Exit Signs** 5 W/face **Exterior Lights** ASHRAE 90.1 Baseline Watts, with photo sensors **Garage Lighting** 0.2 W/Sf **In-Unit Lighting** 1.1 W/Sf **MOTORS (3-PHA**

**SE , > 1 HP)**

Heating Circulating Pumps NEMA Standard motors, 19W/GPM (hot-water), no VFD (unless over 120,000 SF); 22W/GPM (chilled-water) Cooling Circulating Pumps and Cooling Tower Fans NEMA Standard motors, 19W/GPM (hot-water), no VFD (unless over 120,000 SF); 22W/GPM (chilled-water)

DHW Circulating Pumps Use system parameters (head, efficiency) or Ppump=BHP*746/Pump Motor Efficiency to model pump power. Use ASHRAE Table 10.8 to determine

Motor Efficiency **VENTILA**

**TION**

**Ventilation: Thermal (A**  **partments and Non-Corridor**

**Spaces)** Apartment: Same as Proposed or As-Built, but not to exceed ASHRAE 62.2-2007 rates by more than 50%
Non-Corridor: Same as Proposed or As-Built, but not to exceed ASHRAE 62.1-2007 rates by more than 50%

**Ventilation: Thermal Corridors**  Same as Proposed or As-Built, but not to exceed ASHRAE 62.1-2007 rates by more than 50%

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

Date Revised: By: Date Revised: By:
**Proposed Method of Compliance**  **(by PM/client) Values Used in Energy Model**  **(Performance Path Only) Modeling Submittal Notes**  **Building Component Baseline for Energy Model**  **AS HRA**  **E 90.1-2007 (Performance Path Only) Ventilation: Thermal**  **(Heat Recovery)** No Heat Recovery Required

**Ventilation: Thermal (Duct Sealing)**  Add 10 CFM per floor per shaft to Exhaust CFM to represent ventilation duct leakage for central systems
Rooftop Fan: Pfan=BHP*746/Fan Motor Efficiency

Ceiling Exhaust: 1.2 CFM/W Inline Exhaust: 2.3 CFM/W
**Ventilation: Electric (Non-A**  **partment)** Use Pfan=BHP*746/Fan Motor Efficiency to determine ventilation fan power. Use ASHRAE Table 10.8 to

determine Fan Motor Efficiency **Ventilation: Demand Control** No demand control on any ventilation system.

**Ventilation: Thermal & Electric (Garage Exhaust fan)**  Use Pfan=BHP*746/Fan Motor Efficiency to determine ventilation fan power. Use ASHRAE Table 10.8 to

determine Fan Motor Efficiency
**MISC.**

**Renewables**

**CHP Ventilation: Electric**  **(A partments)** 

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

**AP PLIA**  **NCES**

**Refrigerators**

**Dishwashers**

**Clothes Washers Ceiling Fans**  **Vending Machines Stove**  **Dryer DOMESTIC HOT WA** 

**TER**

**Domestic Hot Water-Type &**

**Efficiency**

**Domestic Hot Water - Storage**

**Insulation**

**Domestic Hot Water - Low Flow**

**Fixtures**

**ENVELOPE**

**Below Grade Wall Insulation**

**Ab ove Grade Wall Insulation** 

**Floor Perimeter/Plank Edge**

**Insulation**

**Roof Insulation**

**Floor Insulation A**

**bove Unconditioned Space**  **Below Grade Slab Floor Insulation** 
**Slab-on-Grade Insulation (unheated)** 

**Slab-on-Grade Insulation (embedded heated only)** 

**Windows**

**Exterior Doors**
**HEA TING & COOLING** 

**Space Heating - Type & Efficiency** 
**Heating Terminal Units - Electric or Freeze Protection**  **Space Heating Distribution -Fan**

**Power Building Component**  

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

**Building Component**

**Space Heating - Sizing**

**Space Heating - Design Temperatures** 

**Space Heating - Controls**

**Thermostat Setting Space Cooling - Type and**  **Efficiency Space Cooling Distribution -Fan** 

**Power**

**Space Cooling - Sizing**

**Space Cooling - Controls LIGHTING** 

**Lighting Controls**

**Common A**

**rea Lighting**

**Exit Signs Exterior Lights**  **Garage Lighting In-Unit Lighting**  **MOTORS (3-PHA**

**SE , > 1 HP)**

Heating Circulating Pumps

Cooling Circulating Pumps and Cooling Tower Fans

DHW Circulating Pumps

**VENTILA**

**TION**

**Ventilation: Thermal (A**  **partments and Non-Corridor**

**Spaces)**

**Ventilation: Thermal Corridors**  

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## <provide project name> Energy **Reduction Measures**

**Building Component Ventilation: Thermal**  **(Heat Recovery)**
**Ventilation: Thermal (Duct Sealing)** 

**Ventilation: Electric (Non-A**  **partment)**
**Ventilation: Demand Control**

**Ventilation: Thermal & Electric (Garage Exhaust fan)** 

**MISC.**

**Renewables**

**CHP Ventilation: Electric**  **(A partments)**  

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<Enter information about renewable system if specified> <Enter information about renewable system if specified>

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# <provide project name> Prescriptive Path Checklist

**Component Prescriptive Path** 

**The proposed design shall A T LEA**  **ST meet each of these requirements for each indicated measure or sy**  **stem, or applicable Local, State, or National codes, w**  **hichever is more stringent. Location in**  **Specs/ DWGs Verified in Plan**  **Review Verified by** 

**Inspector Comments** 

Wh en provided in common areas and/or apartments, refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers, ceiling fans and vending machines must be ENERGY STAR qualified. - - - -

Refrigerators 0 0 0 Dishwashers 0 0 0 Clothes W ashers 0 0 0 Ceiling Fans 0 0 0 Vending Machines 0 0 0

(a) General Domestic water heating systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 7.4 and 7.5. 0 0 0
Domestic water heating equipment shall be ENERGY STAR qualified, where applicable, and meet minimum efficiencies below. Atmospherically vented gas water heaters, tankless coils and side-arm water heaters shall not be specified.

Wa ter Heater Minimum Efficiencies • In-Unit Electric OR Gas W ater Heaters (storage or instantaneous) - Gas (EF): 0.69-(0.002 x Tank Gallon Capacity) - Electric (EF): 0.97-(0.001 x Tank Gallon Capacity) • Hot W ater Supply Boiler (Oil or Gas): 85% Et 0 0 0

If storage is provided, the maximum storage tank capacity shall be specified based on occupancy. 0 0 0 **<Select One - Plan Review or Final** 

**Inspection>**

(b) W ater Heating Type and Efficiency **2. Domestic Water Heating** (a) Appliances **1. A ppliances** 



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## (c) W ater Heating

Temperature The temperature setting of in-unit storage water heaters must not exceed 140°F. For both in-unit and central DHW systems, temperatures measured at faucets and showerheads must not exceed 125°F. 0 0 0

(d) W ater Heating Controls Self-contained or electronic mixing valves shall be used to control hot water temperature for central domestic water heating systems. 0 0 0

(e) W ater Heating Pipe Insulation Piping carrying liquid with temperatures greater than 105°F must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 7.4.3 or local code. 0 0 0

(f) Plumbing Fixtures • The average flow rate for all showers must be ≤ 1.75 gallons per minute per stall (as rated at 80 psi) and all showerheads must be Wa terSense labeled. • All lavatory faucets or aerators must be W aterSense labeled. • The average flow rate for all other faucets must be ≤ 2.0 gallons per minute (as rated at 80 psi). • All tank-type toilets must be W aterSense labeled. 0 0 0

Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing. - - - -

• Below Grade W alls 0 0 0 • Above Grade W alls 0 0 0 • Floor Perimeter/ Plank Edges 0 0 0 • Roof 0 0 0 • Floors Over Unconditioned Spaces 0 0 0 • Below Grade Slab Floors 0 0 0 • Slab-On-Grade Floors (unheated Only) 0 0 0 • Slab-On-Grade Floors (embedded heated Only) 0 0 0 • Exterior Doors 0 0 0 (a) General **3. Envelope**



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## The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R-3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8). - - - -

• Below Grade W alls 0 0 0 • Above Grade W alls 0 0 0 • Floor Perimeter/ Plank Edges 0 0 0 • Roof 0 0 0 • Floors Over Unconditioned Spaces 0 0 0 • Below Grade Slab Floors 0 0 0 • Slab-On-Grade Floors (unheated Only) 0 0 0 • Slab-On-Grade Floors (embedded heated Only) 0 0 0 • Exterior Doors 0 0 0 For steel-framed and metal buildings, continuous exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. For masonry buildings with metal framing, continuous interior or exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

Maximum allowable glazing area: 30% W indow-to-W all Ratio 0 0 0 (c) Vestibules Wh en required by local building code, entranceways shall be designed with vestibules with weather-stripping hard-fastened to the door or frame. 0 0 0

(d) AC Sleeves If installing sleeves for through-wall AC units, insulated covers (R-7 or higher) must be provided by the building for use during heating season and when AC units are not installed. 0 0 0

**4. Garages and Sidew alks**  (a) Air Infiltration Attached garages shall be fully compartmentalized from the rest of the building through air sealing. All pipe and conduit penetrations shall be sealed with material compatible with the surface and resilient to temperature fluctuations. 0 0 0 (b) Vertical Glazing



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## (b) Heated Garages Garages shall not be heated for comfort or to prevent pipes from freezing. Piping design and layout shall locate piping within conditioned spaces or grouped and properly insulated to prevent freezing. Heat tracing for freeze protection may not be used. 0 0 0

(c) Ice Prevention Radiant heating, either wall or ceiling-mounted or within the garage floor (or sidewalks) may be used to prevent ice formation on the ground as a safety feature only and temperature-based controls must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.3.8. 0 0 0

The heating and cooling systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 6.4 and 6.5. - - - - • Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 (b) Heating System Type <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

(c) Electric Resistance Heating Electric resistance space heating not permitted in any space.
In Climates Zones 1 through 6, if the prescriptive Heating Season Performance Factors are met for air-source heat pumps, electric resistance back-up heating is allowed, if programmable thermostats with adaptive recovery technology are installed. 0 0 0

Load sizing calculations must reflect the design; installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available.
Heating loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of ACCA Manual J, S, & D, respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure. Indoor temperatures shall be 70°F for heating, outdoor temperatures shall be the 99.0% design temperature, as published by the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. 0 0 0

Based on the climate zone, the specified heating equipment meets the Prescriptive requirements for efficiency. 0 0 0 (a) General

(d) Heating System Sizing and Efficiency **5. Heating and Cooling**



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## Load sizing calculations must reflect the design; installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available.
Cooling loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of ACCA Manual J, S, & D, respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure. Indoor temperatures shall be 75°F for cooling, outdoor temperatures shall be the 1.0% design temperature, as published by the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

For hydronic distribution systems, all terminal heating and cooling distribution equipment must be separated from the riser or distribution loop by a control valve or terminal distribution pump, so that heated or cooled fluid is not delivered to the apartment distribution equipment when there is no call from the apartment thermostats. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Heating and cooling ductwork that is specified as flex duct shall follow the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ (SMACNA) installation standards for flex ducts (see Appendix A of the Prescriptive Path ). - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Heating and cooling ductwork shall be sealed at all transverse joints and connections, including ductwork connections through drywall or other finish materials, using UL

- 181 compliant methods and materials. Construction documents shall specify that ductwork must be inspected before access is covered up. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Total duct leakage for in-unit systems shall be ≤8 CFM25 per 100 ft 2 

## of conditioned floor area . Sampling procedures and tolerances are described in the T&V Worksheets

. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 (h) Duct Sealing and Insulation (f) Control Valves (e) Cooling System Sizing and Efficiency

(f) Flexible Ducts



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## <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Piping carrying fluid with temperatures less than 60°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code. 0 0 0

Piping carrying fluid or steam with temperatures greater than 105°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code. 0 0 0

For systems designed with outdoor-air supplied to the heating, cooling, or ventilation distribution system, provide motorized dampers that will automatically shut when systems or spaces are not in use. Continuously running ventilation would not be subject to either damper, as they are always in use. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 • Ventilation 0 0 0

Terminal heating and cooling distribution equipment serving an apartment shall be controlled by a thermostat(s) within the same apartment. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 For hydronic distribution systems, all supply/return headers must be designed in a “reverse return” configuration (i.e. first riser supplied is the last returned, etc.) and/or sized based on a water velocity of less than 4 ft/s. Total pressure drop of terminal unit branch piping and fittings between a supply and return riser must be significantly greater than the total pressure drop from the top to the bottom of these risers. - - - - (i) Piping Insulation

(j) Outside Air Dampers

(k) Thermostats

(l) Hydronic Distribution Design



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## • Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Calculations and assumptions for sizing circulating pumps must meet Chapter 43 of the ASHRAE Handbook, HVAC Systems and Equipment or equivalent industry accepted standard. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 For in-unit forced air distribution systems, perform design calculations (using ACCA Manuals J and D , the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals, or an equivalent procedure) and install ducts accordingly. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Bedroom must be pressure-balanced using any combination of transfer grills, jump ducts, dedicated return ducts, and/or undercut doors. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0

(a) Occupancy Controls All non-apartment spaces, except those where automatic shutoff would endanger the safety of occupants, must have occupancy sensors or automatic bi-level lighting controls. Automatic controls must be specified for spaces intended for 24-hour operation such as corridors and stairwells. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0 (m) Duct Distribution Design

**6. Lighting**

(b) Common Area Lighting



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## Total specified lighting power for the combined non-apartment spaces must not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 allowances for those combined spaces.
Lighting power densities and allowances must be determined using ASHRAE 90.1-2010, Table 9.5.1 or Table 9.6.1. For senior living, an increase in lighting power densities and allowances corresponding to the increase in footcandles, is permitted.
If following the Prescriptive Path, when calculating overall lighting power density, use 1.1 W /ft2 for spaces where lighting is not installed. 0 0 0

(c) Exit Signs All exit signs shall be specified as LED (not to exceed 5W per face) or photo-luminescent and shall conform to local building code; fixtures located above stairwell doors and other forms of egress shall contain a battery back-up feature. 0 0 0

Fixtures must include automatic switching on timers or photocell controls except fixtures intended for 24-hour operation, required for security, or located on apartment balconies. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

Total specified exterior lighting power cannot exceed ASHRAE 90.1- 2010 allowances. 0 0 0

(e) In-Unit Lighting <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0 (d) Exterior Lighting



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## (f) Illumination Levels At a minimum, interior lighting must be designed to meet light levels (footcandles) by space type as recommended by the Illumination Engineering Society (IESNA) Lighting Handbook, 9th edition. Values for commonly used spaces are listed in the Prescriptive Path. For senior housing, minimum illumination requirements may follow recommendations in IESNA’s 2007 Lighting and the Visual Environment for Senior Living. See Appendix B of the Prescriptive Path to determine lamp lumens. 0 0 0

**7. Motors** (a) Heating Pump Motor Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available.
Motors 5 horse-power or larger for circulating pumps serving hydronic heating systems must be specified with variable frequency drives. 0 0 0

(a) Cooling Pump Motor Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available.
Motors 5 horse-power or larger for circulating pumps serving hydronic cooling systems must be specified with variable frequency drives.
Cooling tower fan motors must be equipped with VFD controlled by a temperature sensor on the condenser water supply pipe. 0 0 0

(a) DHW Pump Motor Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available. 0 0 0

(a) Building Air Barrier The building plans shall demonstrate a continuous, unbroken air barrier separating the conditioned space of the building from the exterior, unconditioned spaces within the building, commercial spaces, mechanical rooms vented with unconditioned air, mechanical chases opening to unconditioned spaces, elevator shafts, and garages or other vehicle/equipment storage facilities. 0 0 0 **8. Ventilation & Infiltration**



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## (b) Apartment Infiltration Apartments shall be sealed to reduce air exchange between the apartment and outside as well as the apartment and other adjacent spaces. A maximum air leakage rate of 0.30 CFM50 per square feet of enclosure is allowed. 0 0 0

Common area ventilation systems shall be designed and tested to satisfy minimum requirements of ASHRAE 62.1-2007, without exceeding the minimum ventilation rates by more than 50%. 0 0 0

Central exhaust fans 1/16 HP and less must be direct-drive and have variable speed controllers.
Central exhaust fans greater than 1/16 HP and less than 1 HP must be direct-drive with ECM motors and variable speed controllers.
Central exhaust fans 1 HP and larger must have NEMA Premium efficient motors. 0 0 0

Powered common laundry ventilation must be installed with automatic demand control to turn off ventilation fans when no dryers are operating. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

Central exhaust and in-line exhaust systems serving apartments must have self-balancing dampers at each grill. 0 0 0 (d) In-Unit Ventilation (c) Non-Apartment Ventilation



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## Central exhaust fans 1/16 HP and less must be direct-drive and have variable speed controllers.
Central exhaust fans greater than 1/16 HP and less than 1 HP must be direct-drive with ECM motors and variable speed controllers.
Central exhaust fans 1 HP and larger must have NEMA Premium efficient motors. 0 0 0

Apartment in-line and ceiling exhaust fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified. 0 0 0

Ventilation system ductwork shall be sealed at all transverse joints and connections including boot to wall/ceiling connections through drywall using UL-181 compliant materials and methods. Central exhaust systems must be tested for duct leakage, which cannot exceed 5 CFM50 per floor per shaft. 0 0 0

Ductwork penetrating the building envelope shall be sealed to prevent air leakage through the duct system and/or the building envelope. This includes but is not limited to roof curbs and exterior wall exhaust/intake vents. 0 0 0

(f) Garage Ventilation Control Wh en garage exhaust is required by code, CO sensors must be installed that control exhaust fan operation. 0 0 0

(a) Nonresidential Associated Spaces Post-construction, the utility consumption of the residential-associated spaces must be capable of evaluation independent of any commercial/retail spaces. These nonresidential associated parts of the building shall be separately metered (or sub-metered) for electricity, gas, fuel oil, water, steam, and hot water for domestic and/or space heating purposes. 0 0 0

(b) Direct-Metered Utilities For buildings that are direct-metered for utilities to the apartments, the building owner must secure signed releases from individual apartment occupants to allow for benchmarking or find alternative methods toassessing whole building energy consumption, such as a wholebuilding meter or asking the utility for aggregated data. All data uploaded to Portfolio Manager is strictly confidential and only used to estimate the energy performance of the building as a whole, not of individual apartments. N/A N/A 0



# http://w ww. nema.org/stds/complimentary-docs/upload/MG1premium.pdf [1] Many m otors are NEMA labeled and this label alone does not ensure that a motor is energy-efficient. This requirement refers specifically to the **NEMA Premium** energy efficient motors program. Product specifications for NEMA Premium Motors may be found at **9. Metering** (e) Duct sealing at joints and connections



# Page 11 of 11

# <provide project name> Prerequisites Checklist

**Component Prerequisite Checklist** 

**The proposed design shall A T LEA**  **ST meet each of these requirements for each indicated measure or sy**  **stem, or applicable Local, State, or National codes, w**  **hichever is more stringent. Location in**  **Specs/ DWGs Verified in Plan**  **Review Verified by** 

**Inspector Comments**  **1. A ppliances**  Wh en provided in common areas and/or apartments, refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers, ceiling fans and vending machines must be ENERGY STAR qualified. - - - -

Refrigerators 0 0 0 Dishwashers 0 0 0 Clothes W ashers 0 0 0 Ceiling Fans 0 0 0 Vending Machines 0 0 0 **2. Domestic Water Heating** (a) General Domestic water heating systems must comply with ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2007 Section 7.4. 0 0 0
<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

If storage is provided, the maximum storage tank capacity shall be specified based on occupancy. 0 0 0
(c) W ater Heating Temperature The temperature setting of in-unit storage water heaters must not exceed 140°F. For both in-unit and central DHW systems, temperatures measured at faucets and showerheads must not exceed 125°F. 0 0 0

(d) W ater Heating Controls Self-contained or electronic mixing valves shall be used to control hot water temperature for central domestic water heating systems. 0 0 0

(e) W ater Heating Pipe Insulation Piping carrying liquid with temperatures greater than 105°F must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 7.4.3 or local code. 0 0 0 (a) Appliances

(b) W ater Heating Type **<Select One - Plan Review or Final**  **Inspection>**



# Page 1 of 9

## (f) Plumbing Fixtures • The average flow rate for all faucets must be ≤ 2.0 gallons per minute(as rated at 80 psi). • All showerheads must be W aterSense labeled • All tank-type toilets must be W aterSense labeled. 0 0 0

**3. Envelope** (a) General Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Appendix A. - - - -

• Below Grade W alls 0 0 0

• Above Grade W alls 0 0 0
• Floor Perimeter/ Plank Edges 0 0 0

• Roof 0 0 0
• Floors Over Unconditioned Spaces 0 0 0

• Below Grade Slab Floors 0 0 0
• Slab-On-Grade Floors (unheated Only) 0 0 0
• Slab-On-Grade Floors (embedded heated Only) 0 0 0

• Exterior Doors 0 0 0
The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE Standard 90.1- 2007 Section 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R-3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8). - - - -

• Below Grade W alls 0 0 0

• Above Grade W alls 0 0 0
• Floor Perimeter/ Plank Edges 0 0 0

• Roof 0 0 0
• Floors Over Unconditioned Spaces 0 0 0

• Below Grade Slab Floors 0 0 0



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## • Slab-On-Grade Floors (unheated Only) 0 0 0
• Slab-On-Grade Floors (embedded heated Only) 0 0 0

• Exterior Doors 0 0 0
For steel-framed and metal buildings, continuous exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. For masonry buildings with metal framing, continuous interior or exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. 0 0 0

(b) Vertical Glazing <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

(c) Vestibules Wh en required by local building code, entranceways shall be designed with vestibules with weather-stripping hard-fastened to the door or frame. 0 0 0

(d) AC Sleeves If installing sleeves for through-wall AC units, insulated covers (R-7 or higher) must be provided by the building for use during heating season and when AC units are not installed. 0 0 0

**4. Garages and Sidew alks**  (a) Air Infiltration Attached garages shall be fully compartmentalized from the rest of the building through air sealing. All pipe and conduit penetrations shall be sealed with material compatible with the surface and resilient to temperature fluctuations. 0 0 0

(b) Heated Garages Garages shall not be heated for comfort or to prevent pipes from freezing. Piping design and layout shall locate piping within conditioned spaces or grouped and properly insulated to prevent freezing. If heat tracing is used for freeze protection, it must be activated based on pipe wall temperature, rather than air temperature, and the energy consumption must be modeled in the As-Built (but excluded in the Baseline). The heat tracing thermostat set point must be no higher than 40°F and the set point must be confirmed by a field inspection. 0 0 0

(c) Ice Prevention Radiant heating, either wall or ceiling-mounted or within the garage floor (or sidewalks) may be used to prevent ice formation on the ground as a safety feature only and temperature-based controls must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.3.8. Energy consumption associated with these systems must be modeled in the As-Built (but excluded in the Baseline). 0 0 0

**5. Heating and Cooling**



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## The heating and cooling systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4. - - - - • Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 (b) Heating System Type <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

(c) Heating System Sizing Load sizing calculations that reflect the design; installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available.
Heating loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of ACCA Manual J, S, & D, respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure. Indoor temperatures shall be 70°F for heating, outdoor temperatures shall be the 99.0% design temperature, as published by the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. 0 0 0

(d) Cooling System Sizing <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

For hydronic distribution systems, all terminal heating and cooling distribution equipment must be separated from the riser or distribution loop by a control valve or terminal distribution pump, so that heated or cooled fluid is not delivered to the apartment distribution equipment when there is no call from the apartment thermostats. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 (a) General

(e) Control Valves



# Page 4 of 9

## Heating and cooling ductwork that is specified as flex duct shall follow the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ (SMACNA) installation standards for flex ducts (see Appendix A of the Performance Path ). - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Heating and cooling ductwork shall be sealed at all transverse joints and connections, including ductwork connections through drywall or other finish materials, using UL

- 181 compliant methods and materials. Construction documents shall specify that ductwork must be inspected before access is covered up. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Total duct leakage for in-unit systems shall be ≤8 CFM25 per 100 ft 2 

## of conditioned floor area . Sampling procedures and tolerances are described in the T&V Worksheets. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Piping carrying fluid with temperatures less than 60°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code. 0 0 0

Piping carrying fluid or steam with temperatures greater than 105°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code. 0 0 0

For systems designed with outdoor-air supplied to the heating, cooling, or ventilation distribution system, provide motorized dampers that will automatically shut when systems or spaces are not in use. Continuously running ventilation would not be subject to either damper, as they are always in use. - - - - (g) Duct Sealing and Insulation

(h) Piping Insulation (f) Flexible Ducts

(i) Outside Air Dampers



# Page 5 of 9

## • Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 • Ventilation 0 0 0 Terminal heating and cooling distribution equipment serving an apartment shall be controlled by a thermostat(s) within the same apartment. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 For hydronic distribution systems, all supply/return headers must be designed in a “reverse return” configuration (i.e. first riser supplied is the last returned, etc.) and/or sized based on a water velocity of less than 4 ft/s. Total pressure drop of terminal unit branch piping and fittings between a supply and return riser must be significantly greater than the total pressure drop from the top to the bottom of these risers. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Calculations and assumptions for sizing circulating pumps must meet Chapter 43 of the ASHRAE Handbook, HVAC Systems and Equipment or equivalent industry accepted standard. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 For in-unit forced air distribution systems, perform design calculations (using ACCA Manuals J and D , the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals, or an equivalent procedure) and install ducts accordingly. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 Bedroom must be pressure-balanced using any combination of transfer grills, jump ducts, dedicated return ducts, and/or undercut doors. - - - -

• Heating 0 0 0 • Cooling 0 0 0 **6. Lighting** (a) Occupancy Controls All non-apartment spaces, except those intended for 24-hour operation or where automatic shutoff would endanger the safety of occupants, must have occupancy sensors or automatic bi-level lighting controls. 0 0 0 (k) Hydronic Distribution Design (j) Thermostats

(l) Duct Distribution Design



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## <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

Total specified lighting power for the combined non-apartment spaces shall not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2007 allowances for those combined spaces by more than 20%. 0 0 0

(c) Exit Signs All exit signs shall be specified as LED (not to exceed 5W per face) or photo-luminescent and shall conform to local building code; fixtures located above stairwell doors and other forms of egress shall contain a battery back-up feature. 0 0 0

Fixtures must include automatic switching on timers or photocell controls except fixtures intended for 24-hour operation, required for security, or located on apartment balconies. 0 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

(e) In-Unit Lighting <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 0

(f) Illumination Levels At a minimum, interior lighting must be designed to meet light levels (footcandles) by space type as recommended by the Illumination Engineering Society (IESNA) Lighting Handbook, 9th edition. Values for commonly used spaces are listed in the Performance Path. For senior housing, minimum illumination requirements may follow recommendations in IESNA’s 2007 Lighting and the Visual Environment for Senior Living, and an increase in lighting power densities and allowances corresponding to the increase in footcandles, is permitted. See Appendix B of the Performance Path to determine lamp lumens. 0 0 0

**7. Motors** (b) Common Area Lighting

(d) Exterior Lighting



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## (a) Heating Pump Motor

Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available. 0 0 0

(a) Cooling Pump Motor Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available. 0 0 0

(a) DHW Pump Motor Efficiency All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available. 0 0 0

**8. Ventilation & Infiltration** (a) Building Air Barrier The building plans shall demonstrate a continuous, unbroken air barrier separating the conditioned space of the building from the exterior, unconditioned spaces within the building, commercial spaces, mechanical rooms vented with unconditioned air, mechanical chases opening to unconditioned spaces, elevator shafts, and garages or other vehicle/equipment storage facilities. 0 0 0

(b) Apartment Infiltration Apartments shall be sealed to reduce air exchange between the apartment and outside as well as the apartment and other adjacent spaces. A maximum air leakage rate of 0.30 CFM50 per square feet of enclosure is allowed. 0 0 0

(c) Non-Apartment Ventilation Common area ventilation systems shall be designed and tested to satisfy minimum requirements of ASHRAE 62.1-2007. 0 0 0
(d) In-Unit Ventilation Apartment ventilation systems shall be designed and tested to satisfy minimum requirements of ASHRAE 62.2-2007 based upon the anticipated occupancy, without reliance on natural ventilation. 0 0 0

Apartment in-line and ceiling exhaust fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified. 0 0 0



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## Ventilation system ductwork shall be sealed at all transverse joints and connections including boot to wall/ceiling connections through drywall using UL-181 compliant materials and methods. Central exhaust systems must be tested for duct leakage, which cannot exceed 10 CFM50 per floor per shaft. 0 0 0

Ductwork penetrating the building envelope shall be sealed to prevent air leakage through the duct system and/or the building envelope. This includes but is not limited to roof curbs and exterior wall exhaust/intake vents. 0 0 0

**9. Metering** (a) Nonresidential Associated Spaces Post-construction, the utility consumption of the residential-associated spaces must be capable of evaluation independent of any commercial/retail spaces. These nonresidential associated parts of the building shall be separately metered (or sub-metered) for electricity, gas, fuel oil, water, steam, and hot water for domestic and/or space heating purposes. 0 0 0

(b) Direct-Metered Utilities For buildings that are direct-metered for utilities to the apartments, the building owner must secure signed releases from individual apartment occupants to allow for benchmarking or find alternative methods toassessing whole building energy consumption, such as a wholebuilding meter or asking the utility for aggregated data. All data uploaded to Portfolio Manager is strictly confidential and only used to estimate the energy performance of the building as a whole, not of individual apartments. N/A N/A 0



# http://w ww. nema.org/stds/complimentary-docs/upload/MG1premium.pdf [1] Many m otors are NEMA labeled and this label alone does not ensure that a motor is energy-efficient. This requirement refers specifically to the **NEMA Premium** energy efficient motors program. Product specifications for NEMA Premium Motors may be found at (e) Duct sealing at joints and connections



# Page 9 of 9

## Table 1 **ENERGY STAR MFHR Prescriptive Path – Minimum Heating and Cooling Equipment Efficiencies**  **Minimum Efficiency**

**per ASHRAE 90.1 2007 Climate Zones**  **<select climate zone on 'Project Info' tab> Room AC ( window, through-wall, ductless** 

**mini-splits)** #N/A

**Air conditioner (<13 KBtu/h)** 

## #N/A

**Air conditioner ( ≥13 and <65 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A

**Air conditioner (( ≥65 and <240 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A **Air conditioner ( ≥240 and < 760 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A
**Electric resistance space heating** 

## #N/A
**Warm-Air Furnace (<225 KBtu/h, common**

**areas)** 

## #N/A

**Warm-Air Furnace ( >**  **225 KBtu/h)** 

## #N/A

**Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner (PTAC)** 

## #N/A

**Packaged Terminal Heat Pump (PTHP)** 

## #N/A

**Air cooled heat pump ( ≥13 and <65 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A

**Air cooled heat pump ( ≥65 and <240 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A

**Air cooled heat pump ( ≥240 KBtu/h)**  

## #N/A

**Water-source heat pump (<135 KBtu/h)** 

## #N/A

**Boilers, hot water (<300,000 Btu/h)** 

## #N/A
**Boilers, hot water ( ≥300,000 Btu/h)**  

## #N/A

**VRF Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps** 

## #N/A

**Air-cooled chillers with or without condenser** 

## #N/A
**Water-cooled chiller, positive displacement**

**(<75 tons)** 

## #N/A
**Water-cooled chiller, positive displacement**

**(75-150 tons)** 

## #N/A
**Water-cooled chiller, positive displacement**

**(150-300tons)** 

## #N/A
**Water-cooled chiller, positive displacement**

**(>300 tons)** 

## #N/A

**Water-cooled, centrifugal ( <300 tons)** 

## #N/A
**Water-cooled, centrifugal ( ≥300 and <600** 

**tons)** 

## #N/A

**Water-cooled, centrifugal ( ≥600 tons)**  

## #N/A

**Air-cooled absorption single effect chiller** 

## #N/A

**Water-cooled absorption single effect chiller** 

## #N/A

**Absorption double effect indirect-fired chiller** 

## #N/A

**Absorption double effect direct-fired chiller** 

## #N/A

**Equipment Ty pe** 



## Page 1 of 2

### Open-loop propeller or axial fan cooling **towers 2**  

## #N/A

**Closed-loop propeller or axial fan cooling**

**towers 2**  

## #N/A

**Open-loop centrifugal fan cooling towers 2**  

## #N/A

**Closed-loop centrifugal fan cooling towers 2**  

## #N/A

**Tables 2 & 3 Climate Specific Envelope Requirements for Climate Zones 1-8 Nominal R Value (Minimum)**  **Assembly U-Value (maximum)**  **<select climate zone on 'Project Info' tab> <select climate zone on 'Project Info' tab>** 

**Insulation entirely**

**above deck #N/A**  **#N/A Metal Building**  **#N/A #N/A** 
**Attic and Other #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Mass #N/A**  **#N/A Metal Building**  **#N/A #N/A** 
**Steel-Framed #N/A**  **#N/A**
**Wood-framed and other #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Conditioned and Indirectly Conditioned space**  **#N/A #N/A** 
**Unconditioned space #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Mass #N/A**  **#N/A**
**Steel-Joist #N/A**  **#N/A**
**Wood-framed and other #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Unheated (non-radiant) and on-grade #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Heated (radiant) #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Opaque - All #N/A**  **#N/A**

**Nonmetal framing #N/A**  **#N/A Assembly** 

**Max U. Assembly**  **Max. SHGC Metal framing (curtain wall/ storefront)**  **#N/A #N/A**  **Metal framing (entrance door) #N/A**  **#N/A Metal framing (all other)**  **#N/A #N/A**  **Roof Insulation**

**Above Grade Wall Insulation**

**Below Grade Wall Insulation Envelope Component**  

## 1. In Climates Zones 1 through 6, if the prescriptive Heating Season Performance Factors are met for air-source heat pumps, electric resistance back-up heating is allowed, if programmable thermostats with adaptive recovery technology are installed. 2. In Climate Zone 7 and 8, dual-fuel backup is not required for ENERGY STAR qualified heat pumps that have no backup heating because the heat pump is capable of meeting 100% of the design heating load. 3. Cooling tower fan motors must be equipped with VFD controlled by a temperature sensor on the condenser water supply pipe.

**Exterior Doors**

**Vertical Glazing Floor Insulation** 

**Slab Insulation**



## Page 2 of 2**Project Name:** <provide project name> **Address:** 0 **City, State, Zip:** 0 **Climate Zone** 0 0



### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies 1.0**  **APPLIANCES - ENERGY STAR** 1.1.1 **Refrigerators** 0 0 0 1.1.2 **Dishwashers** 0 0 0 1.1.3 **Clothes Washers** 0 0 0 1.1.4 **Ceiling Fans** 0 0 0 1.1.6 **Vending Machines** 0 0 0 1.1.7 **Stoves** 0 0 0 1.1.8 **Dryers** 0 0 0 1.1.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion** NA NA NA

**2.0 DOMESTIC HOT WATER**  2.1.1 **Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

**MODELING INPUTS** 2.2.1 **DHW - Type & Efficiency** 0 0 0 2.2.2 **DHW - Storage Insulation** 0 0 0 2.2.3 **DHW - Low Flow Fixtures** 0 0 0

**DHW CONFIGURATION, CONTROLS, DISTRIBUTION & DOCUMENTATION** 2.3.1 **DHW Central Plant - Boiler**

**room location and venting** 0 0 0

2.3.2 **DHW - Insulation for Piping** 0 0 0

2.3.3 **DHW - Temperature** 0 0 0 2.3.4 **DHW - Controls** 0 0 0 2.3.5 **DHW - Training and**

**Manuals** NA NA NA

2.3.6 **DHW - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** NA NA NA

2.3.7 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC** NA NA NA

**3.0 ENVELOPE** 

**BELOW GRADE WALLS** 3.1.1 **Below Grade Walls - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

3.1.2 **Overall U-Value for Below**

**Grade Walls** 0 0 0

3.1.3 **Below Grade Walls -**

**Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

3.1.4 **Below Grade Walls -**

**Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  0 0 0

3.1.5 **Below Grade Walls - Wood**

**Framed Construction** NA NA NA

3.1.6 **Below Grade Walls - Final**

**Inspection** NA NA NA

**ABOVE GRADE WALLS** 3.2.1 **Above Grade Walls - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

3.2.2 **Overall U-Value for Above**

**Grade Walls** 0 0 0

3.2.3 **Overall U-Value for Floor**

**Perimeter/Plan Edge** 0 0 0

3.2.4 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

3.2.5 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  0 0 0

3.2.6 **Above Grade Walls - Floor**

**Perimeter/Plank Edge - Insulation and Framing**  **Inspection** 0 0 0

3.2.7 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Continuous Insulation Requirements**  0 0 0 **Item # BUILDING COMPONENT**  **# REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review**  Prepared by: Date:

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

3.2.8 **Above Grade Walls - Wood**

**Framed Construction** NA NA NA

3.2.9 **Above Grade Walls - Final**

**Inspection** NA NA NA

**ROOF** 3.3.1 **Roof - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications** 0 0 0

3.3.2 **Overall U-Value for Roofs** 0 0 0 3.3.3 **Roof - Compliance**

**Statement** 0 0 0

3.3.4 **Roof - Insulation and Initial**

**Framing Inspection** 0 0 0

3.3.5 **Wood-Framed Construction** NA NA NA

3.3.6 **Final Inspection** NA NA NA

**FLOORS** 3.4.1 **Floor - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications** 0 0 0

3.4.2 **Overall U-Value for Floors**

**Over Conditioned Spaces** 0 0 0

3.4.3 **Overall U-Value for Below**

**Grade Slab Floors** 0 0 0

3.4.4 **Overall U-Value for Slab-On**

**Grade (unheated only) Floors**  0 0 0

3.4.5 **Overall U-Value for Slab-On**

**Grade (embedded only) Floors**  0 0 0

3.4.6 **Floors - Compliance**

**Statement** 0 0 0

3.4.7 **Floor Insulation Above**

**Unconditioned Space - Insulation and Initial**  **Framing Inspection** 0 0 0

3.4.8 **Below Grade Slab Floor**

**Insulation Inspection** 0 0 0

3.4.9 **Slab-on-Grade (unheated) -**

**Insulation Inspection** 0 0 0

3.4.10 **Slab-on-Grade (embedded**

**heated only) - Insulation Inspection**  0 0 0

3.4.11 **Wood-Framed Construction** NA NA NA

3.4.12 **Final Inspection** NA NA NA

**WINDOWS** 3.5.1 **Windows - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

3.5.2 **Windows - Compliance**

**Statement** 0 0 0

3.5.3 **Window-to-Wall Ratio** 0 0 0 3.5.4 **Rough Openings** NA NA NA 3.5.5 **Window/Wall Mock Up** NA NA NA 3.5.6 **On-Going Site Inspections** NA NA NA

3.5.7 **Air Tightness** NA NA NA 3.5.8 **Windows - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** NA NA NA

3.5.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion** NA NA NA

**DOORS** 3.6.1 **Doors - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications** 0 0 0

3.6.2 **Exterior Doors - Compliance**

**Statement** 0 0 0

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

3.6.3 **Vestibules and Entryways** 0 0 0

3.6.4 **Operation and Fit** NA NA NA 3.6.5 **Weather-Stripping** NA NA NA 3.6.6 **Smoke Testing** NA NA NA 3.6.7 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion** NA NA NA

**4.0 GARAGES**  4.1.1 **Garage Heating and**

**Compartmentalization - Notes for Drawings and**  **Specifications** 0 0 0

4.1.2 **Garage Heating** 0 0 0 4.1.2 **Garage Freeze Protection** 0 0 0

4.1.3 **Garage**

**Compartmentalization** 0 0 0

4.1.4 **Wood-Framed Construction** NA NA NA

4.1.5 **Doors Between Garage and**

**Building** NA NA NA

**5.0 HEATING**  5.1.1 **Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

**MODELING INPUTS** 5.1.2 **Space Heating - Sizing** 0 0 0 5.1.3 **Space Heating - Type &**

**Efficiency** 0 0 0

5.1.4 **Heating Terminal Units -**

**Electric Resistance or Freeze Protection**  0 0 0

5.1.5 **Space Heating Distribution -**

**Fan Power** 0 0 0

5.1.6 **Space Heating - Design**

**Temperatures** 0 0 0

5.1.7 **Space Heating - Controls** 0 0 0

**BOILER CONFIGURATION AND HYDRONIC DISTRIBUTION** 5.2.1 **Space Heating Central Plant**

**- Boiler room location and venting**  0 0 0

5.2.2 **Space Heating - Insulation**

**for Piping** 0 0 0

5.2.3 **Heating Distribution -**

**Piping Configuration** 0 0 0

5.2.4 **Heating Distribution - Pump**

**Sizing** 0 0 0

5.2.5 **Heating Distribution -**

**Pressure Control Set-points** 0 0 0

5.2.6 **Heating Terminal Units -**

**Thermostatic Controls** 0 0 0

**ALL FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS (Including Heat**  **Pumps where applicable)**
5.3.1 **Heating Distribution -**

**Outdoor Air Damper** 0 0 0

5.3.2 **Heating Distribution - Flex**

**Duct Installation** 0 0 0

5.3.3 **Heating Distribution - Duct**

**Insulation** 0 0 0

5.3.4 **Heating Distribution - Duct**

**Sealing Details** 0 0 0

5.3.5 **Heating System -**

**Combustion Venting** NA NA NA

5.3.6 **Heating System -**

**Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data**  NA NA NA

**IN-UNIT FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS**  5.4.1 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Sizing** 0 0 0

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

5.4.2 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Pressure Balancing** 0 0 0

5.4.3 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Leakage Testing** 0 0 0

5.4.4 **Heating Distribution - HVAC**

**Contractor Checklist** NA NA NA

**HEATING SYSTEMS MISC**
5.5.1 **Heating Distribution -**

**Thermostat** 0 0 0

5.5.2 **Space Heating - Training**

**and Manuals** NA NA NA

5.5.3 **Space Heating -**

**Manufacturer's Product Data**  NA NA NA

5.5.4 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC** NA NA NA

**5.6 COOLING**  5.6.1 **Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

**MODELING INPUTS** 5.6.2 **Space Cooling - Sizing** 0 0 0 5.6.3 **Space Cooling - Type and**

**Efficiency** 0 0 0

5.6.4 **Space Cooling Distribution -**

**Supply Fan Power** 0 0 0

5.6.5 **Space Cooling - Controls** 0 0 0

**CHILLED WATER AND CONDENSER WATER**  **SYSTEMS** 5.7.1 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Piping Configuration** 0 0 0

5.7.2 **Cooling Distribution - Pump**

**Sizing** 0 0 0

5.7.3 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Pressure Control Set-points** 0 0 0

5.7.4 **Cooling Distribution - Pipe**

**Insulation** 0 0 0

5.7.5 **Cooling Terminal Units -**

**Thermostatic Controls** 0 0 0

5.7.6 **Cooling System - Airflow**

**and Nameplate Data** NA NA NA

**ALL FORCED AIR COOLING SYSTEMS (Including heat**  **pumps, split system ACs, PTACs and room ACs where**  **applicable)**
5.8.1 **Cooling Distribution System**

**- In-Unit Duct Sizing** 0 0 0

5.8.2 **Cooling Distribution System**

**- In-Unit Pressure Balancing** 0 0 0

5.8.3 **Cooling Distribution - Duct**

**Insulation** 0 0 0

5.8.4 **Cooling System - Outdoor**

**Air Damper** 0 0 0

5.8.5 **Cooling Distribution - Duct**

**Sealing Details** 0 0 0

5.8.6 **Cooling Distribution - Flex**

**Duct Installation** 0 0 0

5.8.7 **Cooling Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Leakage Testing** 0 0 0

5.8.8 **Cooling System - HVAC**

**Contractor Checklist** NA NA NA

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

5.8.9 **Cooling System -**

**Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data**  NA NA NA

COOLING SYSTEMS MISC 5.9.1 **Cooling - A/C Sleeves** 0 0 0 5.9.2 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Thermostat** 0 0 0

5.9.3 **Cooling - Training and**

**Manuals** NA NA NA

5.9.4 **Cooling - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** NA NA NA

5.9.5 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC** NA NA NA

**6.0 LIGHTING**  6.1.1 **Lighting Power Density** 0 0 0 6.1.2 **Compliance Statement** 0 0 0 6.1.3 **Lighting Controls -**

**Verification** 0 0 0

6.1.4 **Common Area Lighting -**

**ENERGY STAR** 0 0 0

6.1.5 **Common Area Lighting -**

**LPD** 0 0 0

6.1.6 **Emergency Lighting - Exit**

**Signs** 0 0 0

6.1.7 **Exterior Lighting - Controls** 0 0 0

6.1.8 **Exterior Lighting - ENERGY**

**STAR** 0 0 0

6.1.9 **Exterior Lighting - LPD**

**(Prescriptive Path)** 0 0 0

6.1.10 **Garage Lighting** 0 0 0 6.1.11 **In-Unit Lighting** 0 0 0

**INSPECTION ONLY** 6.2.1 **Lighting - Ballasts** NA NA NA 6.2.2 **Lighting - Statement of**

**Substantial Completion - Non 24/7 Spaces**  NA NA NA

**7.0 MOTORS**  7.1.1 **Motors - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications** 0 0 0

7.1.3 **Heating Distribution -**

**Motors** 0 0 0

7.1.4 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Motors** 0 0 0

7.1.5 **DHW Distribution - Motors** 0 0 0

7.1.6 **Motors- Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** NA NA NA

7.1.7 **Heating and DHW - Training**

**and Manuals** NA NA NA

7.1.8 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion** NA NA NA

**8.0 INFILTRATION** 

**EXTERIOR AIR BARRIERS**
8.1.1 **General Exterior Enclosure -**

**Notes for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

8.1.2 **Exterior Enclosure Air**

**Barriers - Notes for Drawings and**  **Specifications** 0 0 0

8.1.3 **Exterior Air Barrier -**

**Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

8.1.4 **Wood-Framed Construction** 0 0 0

8.1.5 **Masonry Wall Preparation** 0 0 0

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

8.1.6 **Gypsum Sheathing Wall**

**Preparation** 0 0 0

8.1.7 **General Coverage - Liquid**

**Membrane** 0 0 0

8.1.8 **General Coverage at**

**Adjacent Building Conditions - Liquid**  **Membrane** 0 0 0

8.1.9 **General Coverage /**

**Transition Membrane - Seams**  0 0 0

8.1.10 **Air Barrier Penetrations** 0 0 0 8.1.11 **Rough Openings (Concrete**

**Masonry Construction) - Windows and Doors**  0 0 0

8.1.12 **Rough Openings (Steel**

**Stud Construction) - Windows and Doors**  0 0 0

8.1.13 **Rough Openings - Pipes,**

**Conduits, Ducts, Etc** 0 0 0

8.1.14 **Rough Openings - Cast**

**Stone Sills** 0 0 0

8.1.15 **Rough Openings - Gap at**

**Window Frame** 0 0 0

8.1.16 **Rough Openings - Gap at**

**Door Frame** 0 0 0

8.1.17 **Rough Openings - A/C**

**Sleeves** 0 0 0

8.1.18 **Plank Edges (Steel Stud**

**Construction) - At plank / exterior sheathing joint**  0 0 0

8.1.19 **Plank Edges (Concrete**

**Masonry Construction) - At plank / CMU joint**  0 0 0

8.1.20 **Plank Edges - At plank /**

**steel girder joint** 0 0 0

8.1.21 **Steel Columns - Steel / CMU**

**joints** 0 0 0

8.1.22 **Wall to Roof Connections** 0 0 0 8.1.23 **Transition between**

**foundations and walls** 0 0 0

8.1.24 **Transition between one wall**

**type and another** 0 0 0

8.1.25 **Transition at inside and**

**outside corners** 0 0 0

8.1.26 **Transition between exterior**

**enclosure and interior walls, floors and ceilings**  **that bound non-conditioned spaces**  0 0 0

8.1.27 **Other** 0 0 0

**COMPARTMENTALIZATION - VISUAL INSPECTION** 
8.2.1 **Compartmentalization -**

**Notes for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

8.2.2 **Compartmentalization**

**Visual Inspection - General** 0 0 0

8.2.3 **Sample Unit - Visual**

**Inspection** NA NA NA

8.2.4 **Inspect framing layout** NA NA NA 8.2.5 **Gypsum board to concrete**

**floor plank connection** NA NA NA

8.2.6 **Gypsum board to concrete**

**ceiling plank connection** NA NA NA

8.2.7 **Window to interior gypsum**

**board** NA NA NA

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

8.2.8 **A/C Sleeve Cover (if A/Cs**

**provided by building)** NA NA NA

8.2.9 **Air conditioner sleeve**

**sealed to drywall** NA NA NA

8.2.10 **Outlet/Electrical Box -**

**Exterior and Demising Walls** NA NA NA

8.2.11 **Heating pipe penetrations**

**through exterior walls** NA NA NA

8.2.12 **Heating pipe penetrations**

**through interior partitions** NA NA NA

8.2.13 **Plumbing / Sprinkler Pipe**

**Penetrations** NA NA NA

8.2.14 **Range Gas Line Penetration** NA NA NA

8.2.15 **Gap between take off duct**

**and gypsum board** NA NA NA

8.2.16 **Electrical Panel** NA NA NA 8.2.17 **HVAC Access Doors** NA NA NA 8.2.18 **Thermostats** NA NA NA 8.2.19 **Intercoms** NA NA NA 8.2.20 **Lighting Fixtures** NA NA NA 8.2.21 **Door Latch Hole** NA NA NA 8.2.22 **Medicine Cabinet** NA NA NA 8.2.23 **Other** NA NA NA

**BLOWER DOOR TESTING**
8.3.1 **Blower Door Test - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

8.3.2 **Blower Door Test -**

**Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

8.3.3 **Preliminary Testing** NA NA NA 8.3.4 **Final Verification Testing** NA NA NA 8.3.5 **Fan Pressure Testing**

**Method** NA NA NA

**8.5 VENTILATION**  8.5.1 **Ventilation - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

8.5.2 **Ventilation Prescriptive** 

**Path - Notes for Drawings**  **and Specifications** 0 0 0

8.5.3 **Garage Ventilation - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

**COMPLIANCE STATEMENT**
8.6.1 **Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

**MODELING INPUTS - SIZING AND BALANCING**  8.6.2 **Non - Apartment Fan**

**Efficiency** 0 0 0

8.6.3 **Apartment Fan Efficiency**

**(Roof)** 0 0 0

8.6.4 **Apartment Fan Efficiency (In**

**Unit)** 0 0 0

8.6.5 **Apartment and Non**

**Corridor - Capacity, Testing and Balancing**  0 0 0

8.6.6 **Demand Controls** 0 0 0 8.6.7 **Central Supply to Corridor** 0 0 0

8.6.8 **Heat Recovery** 0 0 0

**GARAGE VENTILATION** 8.7.1 **Garage Exhaust Fan CFM**

**and Efficiency** 0 0 0

8.7.2 **Test Sensor Operation** 0 0 0 8.7.3 **CO Sensor Locations** 0 0 0

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### Plan Review Comments **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Item #**  **BUILDING COMPONENT #**  **REVIEW: 75% and 100% Design Completion Review** Prepared by: Date:

8.7.4 **Garage Fan and CO Sensor -**

**Manufacturer's Product Data**  0 0 0

**VENTILATION MISC** 8.8.1 **Toilet, Kitchen, General**

**Exhaust Grilles and Corridor Supply Ventilation**  **Grilles** 0 0 0

8.8.2 **Intake Systems - Operating**

**Sequence** 0 0 0

8.8.3 **Make Up Air Systems** 0 0 0 8.8.4 **Common Area Supply**

**Ventilation - Outdoor Air Damper**  0 0 0

8.8.5 **Smoke Vents** 0 0 0 8.8.6 **Passive Intake Systems**

**(Trickle Vents)** NA NA NA

8.8.7 **Ventilation - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** NA NA NA

8.8.8 **Ventilation - Training and**

**Manuals** NA NA NA

8.8.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC** NA NA NA

**DUCT TIGHTNESS** 8.9.1 **Duct Tightness - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  0 0 0

8.9.2 **Duct Tightness -**

**Compliance Statement** 0 0 0

8.9.3 **Duct Tightness - Roof**

**Curbs** 0 0 0

8.9.4 **Duct Leakage Testing -**

**Central Exhaust Systems** NA NA NA

8.9.5 **Roof Curb (Central)** NA NA NA 8.9.6 **Transverse Joints (Central**

**and Through Wall)** NA NA NA

8.9.7 **Transitions (Central and**

**Through Wall)** NA NA NA

8.9.8 **Pinned Ducts (Central and**

**Through Wall)** NA NA NA

8.9.9 **Elbow Joints (Round Duct**

**Work)** NA NA NA

8.9.10 **Exterior Wall Connection**

**(Through Wall)** NA NA NA

8.9.11 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC** NA NA NA

**9.0 METERS**  9.1.1 **Location - Residential** 0 0 0 9.1.2 **Location - Non Residential** 0 0 0

9.1.3 **Type** NA NA NA 9.1.4 **Configuration** NA NA NA 9.1.5 **Utility Release Forms** NA NA NA 9.1.6 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion** NA NA NA

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### 1.0 **APPLIANCES - ENERGY STAR** 1.1.1 **Refrigerators** 1.1.2 **Dishwashers** 1.1.3 **Clothes Washers** 1.1.4 **Ceiling Fans** 1.1.6 **Vending Machines** 1.1.7 **Stoves** 1.1.8 **Dryers** 1.1.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion 2.0**  **DOMESTIC HOT WATER** 2.1.1 **Compliance Statement**

**MODELING INPUTS** 2.2.1 **DHW - Type & Efficiency** 2.2.2 **DHW - Storage Insulation** 2.2.3 **DHW - Low Flow Fixtures**

**DHW CONFIGURATION, CONTROLS, DISTRIBUTION & DOCUMENTATION** 2.3.1 **DHW Central Plant - Boiler**

**room location and venting**
2.3.2 **DHW - Insulation for Piping**
2.3.3 **DHW - Temperature** 2.3.4 **DHW - Controls** 2.3.5 **DHW - Training and**

**Manuals** 2.3.6 **DHW - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** 2.3.7 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC 3.0**  **ENVELOPE**

**BELOW GRADE WALLS** 3.1.1 **Below Grade Walls - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  3.1.2 **Overall U-Value for Below**

**Grade Walls** 3.1.3 **Below Grade Walls -**

**Compliance Statement** 3.1.4 **Below Grade Walls -**

**Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  3.1.5 **Below Grade Walls - Wood**

**Framed Construction**

3.1.6 **Below Grade Walls - Final**

**Inspection ABOVE GRADE WALLS**  3.2.1 **Above Grade Walls - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  3.2.2 **Overall U-Value for Above**

**Grade Walls** 3.2.3 **Overall U-Value for Floor**

**Perimeter/Plan Edge** 3.2.4 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Compliance Statement** 3.2.5 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  3.2.6 **Above Grade Walls - Floor**

**Perimeter/Plank Edge - Insulation and Framing**  **Inspection** 3.2.7 **Above Grade Walls -**

**Continuous Insulation Requirements**  **Item # BUILDING COMPONENT**  **Inspection Comments Dwg/**  **Spec Final**  **Design Complies**  **Team Comments**

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NA 0

0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

NA NA NA

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 NA 0

0 NA 0

NA NA NA

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 0 0 **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 3.2.8 **Above Grade Walls - Wood**

**Framed Construction**

3.2.9 **Above Grade Walls - Final**

**Inspection ROOF**  3.3.1 **Roof - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications**

3.3.2 **Overall U-Value for Roofs** 3.3.3 **Roof - Compliance**

**Statement** 3.3.4 **Roof - Insulation and Initial**

**Framing Inspection** 3.3.5 **Wood-Framed Construction**

3.3.6 **Final Inspection**

**FLOORS** 3.4.1 **Floor - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications**

3.4.2 **Overall U-Value for Floors**

**Over Conditioned Spaces**

3.4.3 **Overall U-Value for Below**

**Grade Slab Floors** 3.4.4 **Overall U-Value for Slab-On**

**Grade (unheated only) Floors**  3.4.5 **Overall U-Value for Slab-On**

**Grade (embedded only) Floors**  3.4.6 **Floors - Compliance**

**Statement** 3.4.7 **Floor Insulation Above**

**Unconditioned Space - Insulation and Initial**  **Framing Inspection** 3.4.8 **Below Grade Slab Floor**

**Insulation Inspection** 3.4.9 **Slab-on-Grade (unheated) -**

**Insulation Inspection**

3.4.10 **Slab-on-Grade (embedded**

**heated only) - Insulation Inspection**  3.4.11 **Wood-Framed Construction**

3.4.12 **Final Inspection**

**WINDOWS** 3.5.1 **Windows - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  3.5.2 **Windows - Compliance**

**Statement** 3.5.3 **Window-to-Wall Ratio** 3.5.4 **Rough Openings** 3.5.5 **Window/Wall Mock Up** 3.5.6 **On-Going Site Inspections**

3.5.7 **Air Tightness** 3.5.8 **Windows - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data**

3.5.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion DOORS**  3.6.1 **Doors - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications**

3.6.2 **Exterior Doors - Compliance**

**Statement Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 3.6.3 **Vestibules and Entryways**

3.6.4 **Operation and Fit** 3.6.5 **Weather-Stripping** 3.6.6 **Smoke Testing** 3.6.7 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion 4.0**  **GARAGES** 4.1.1 **Garage Heating and**

**Compartmentalization - Notes for Drawings and**  **Specifications** 4.1.2 **Garage Heating** 4.1.2 **Garage Freeze Protection**

4.1.3 **Garage**

**Compartmentalization** 4.1.4 **Wood-Framed Construction**

4.1.5 **Doors Between Garage and**

**Building 5.0**  **HEATING** 5.1.1 **Compliance Statement**

**MODELING INPUTS** 5.1.2 **Space Heating - Sizing** 5.1.3 **Space Heating - Type &**

**Efficiency** 5.1.4 **Heating Terminal Units -**

**Electric Resistance or Freeze Protection**  5.1.5 **Space Heating Distribution -**

**Fan Power** 5.1.6 **Space Heating - Design**

**Temperatures** 5.1.7 **Space Heating - Controls**

**BOILER CONFIGURATION AND HYDRONIC DISTRIBUTION** 5.2.1 **Space Heating Central Plant**

**- Boiler room location and venting**  5.2.2 **Space Heating - Insulation**

**for Piping** 5.2.3 **Heating Distribution -**

**Piping Configuration** 5.2.4 **Heating Distribution - Pump**

**Sizing** 5.2.5 **Heating Distribution -**

**Pressure Control Set-points**
5.2.6 **Heating Terminal Units -**

**Thermostatic Controls**
**ALL FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS (Including Heat**  **Pumps where applicable)**
5.3.1 **Heating Distribution -**

**Outdoor Air Damper** 5.3.2 **Heating Distribution - Flex**

**Duct Installation** 5.3.3 **Heating Distribution - Duct**

**Insulation** 5.3.4 **Heating Distribution - Duct**

**Sealing Details** 5.3.5 **Heating System -**

**Combustion Venting** 5.3.6 **Heating System -**

**Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data** 
**IN-UNIT FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS**  5.4.1 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Sizing Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 5.4.2 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Pressure Balancing** 5.4.3 **Heating Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Leakage Testing**
5.4.4 **Heating Distribution - HVAC**

**Contractor Checklist**

**HEATING SYSTEMS MISC**
5.5.1 **Heating Distribution -**

**Thermostat** 5.5.2 **Space Heating - Training**

**and Manuals** 5.5.3 **Space Heating -**

**Manufacturer's Product Data**  5.5.4 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC 5.6**  **COOLING** 5.6.1 **Compliance Statement**

**MODELING INPUTS** 5.6.2 **Space Cooling - Sizing** 5.6.3 **Space Cooling - Type and**

**Efficiency** 5.6.4 **Space Cooling Distribution -**

**Supply Fan Power**

5.6.5 **Space Cooling - Controls**

**CHILLED WATER AND CONDENSER WATER**  **SYSTEMS** 5.7.1 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Piping Configuration** 5.7.2 **Cooling Distribution - Pump**

**Sizing** 5.7.3 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Pressure Control Set-points**

5.7.4 **Cooling Distribution - Pipe**

**Insulation** 5.7.5 **Cooling Terminal Units -**

**Thermostatic Controls** 5.7.6 **Cooling System - Airflow**

**and Nameplate Data**
**ALL FORCED AIR COOLING SYSTEMS (Including heat**  **pumps, split system ACs, PTACs and room ACs where**  **applicable)**
5.8.1 **Cooling Distribution System**

**- In-Unit Duct Sizing**

5.8.2 **Cooling Distribution System**

**- In-Unit Pressure Balancing**

5.8.3 **Cooling Distribution - Duct**

**Insulation** 5.8.4 **Cooling System - Outdoor**

**Air Damper** 5.8.5 **Cooling Distribution - Duct**

**Sealing Details** 5.8.6 **Cooling Distribution - Flex**

**Duct Installation** 5.8.7 **Cooling Distribution - In**

**Unit Duct Leakage Testing**

5.8.8 **Cooling System - HVAC**

**Contractor Checklist Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 5.8.9 **Cooling System -**

**Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data** 

COOLING SYSTEMS MISC 5.9.1 **Cooling - A/C Sleeves** 5.9.2 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Thermostat** 5.9.3 **Cooling - Training and**

**Manuals** 5.9.4 **Cooling - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** 5.9.5 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC 6.0**  **LIGHTING** 6.1.1 **Lighting Power Density** 6.1.2 **Compliance Statement** 6.1.3 **Lighting Controls -**

**Verification** 6.1.4 **Common Area Lighting -**

**ENERGY STAR** 6.1.5 **Common Area Lighting -**

**LPD** 6.1.6 **Emergency Lighting - Exit**

**Signs** 6.1.7 **Exterior Lighting - Controls**
6.1.8 **Exterior Lighting - ENERGY**

**STAR** 6.1.9 **Exterior Lighting - LPD**

**(Prescriptive Path)** 6.1.10 **Garage Lighting** 6.1.11 **In-Unit Lighting**

**INSPECTION ONLY** 6.2.1 **Lighting - Ballasts** 6.2.2 **Lighting - Statement of**

**Substantial Completion - Non 24/7 Spaces**  **7.0 MOTORS**  7.1.1 **Motors - Notes for Drawings**

**and Specifications**

7.1.3 **Heating Distribution -**

**Motors** 7.1.4 **Cooling Distribution -**

**Motors** 7.1.5 **DHW Distribution - Motors**

7.1.6 **Motors- Manufacturer's**

**Product Data** 7.1.7 **Heating and DHW - Training**

**and Manuals** 7.1.8 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion 8.0**  **INFILTRATION**

**EXTERIOR AIR BARRIERS**
8.1.1 **General Exterior Enclosure -**

**Notes for Drawings and Specifications** 

8.1.2 **Exterior Enclosure Air**

**Barriers - Notes for Drawings and**  **Specifications** 8.1.3 **Exterior Air Barrier -**

**Compliance Statement** 8.1.4 **Wood-Framed Construction**

8.1.5 **Masonry Wall Preparation Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 8.1.6 **Gypsum Sheathing Wall**

**Preparation** 8.1.7 **General Coverage - Liquid**

**Membrane** 8.1.8 **General Coverage at**

**Adjacent Building Conditions - Liquid**  **Membrane** 8.1.9 **General Coverage /**

**Transition Membrane - Seams**  8.1.10 **Air Barrier Penetrations** 8.1.11 **Rough Openings (Concrete**

**Masonry Construction) - Windows and Doors** 

8.1.12 **Rough Openings (Steel**

**Stud Construction) - Windows and Doors**  8.1.13 **Rough Openings - Pipes,**

**Conduits, Ducts, Etc** 8.1.14 **Rough Openings - Cast**

**Stone Sills** 8.1.15 **Rough Openings - Gap at**

**Window Frame** 8.1.16 **Rough Openings - Gap at**

**Door Frame** 8.1.17 **Rough Openings - A/C**

**Sleeves** 8.1.18 **Plank Edges (Steel Stud**

**Construction) - At plank / exterior sheathing joint**  8.1.19 **Plank Edges (Concrete**

**Masonry Construction) - At plank / CMU joint**  8.1.20 **Plank Edges - At plank /**

**steel girder joint** 8.1.21 **Steel Columns - Steel / CMU**

**joints** 8.1.22 **Wall to Roof Connections** 8.1.23 **Transition between**

**foundations and walls** 8.1.24 **Transition between one wall**

**type and another** 8.1.25 **Transition at inside and**

**outside corners**

8.1.26 **Transition between exterior**

**enclosure and interior walls, floors and ceilings**  **that bound non-conditioned spaces**  8.1.27 **Other**

**COMPARTMENTALIZATION - VISUAL INSPECTION** 
8.2.1 **Compartmentalization -**

**Notes for Drawings and Specifications**  8.2.2 **Compartmentalization**

**Visual Inspection - General**

8.2.3 **Sample Unit - Visual**

**Inspection** 8.2.4 **Inspect framing layout** 8.2.5 **Gypsum board to concrete**

**floor plank connection**

8.2.6 **Gypsum board to concrete**

**ceiling plank connection**

8.2.7 **Window to interior gypsum**

**board Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 8.2.8 **A/C Sleeve Cover (if A/Cs**

**provided by building)** 8.2.9 **Air conditioner sleeve**

**sealed to drywall** 8.2.10 **Outlet/Electrical Box -**

**Exterior and Demising Walls**

8.2.11 **Heating pipe penetrations**

**through exterior walls**

8.2.12 **Heating pipe penetrations**

**through interior partitions**

8.2.13 **Plumbing / Sprinkler Pipe**

**Penetrations** 8.2.14 **Range Gas Line Penetration**

8.2.15 **Gap between take off duct**

**and gypsum board** 8.2.16 **Electrical Panel** 8.2.17 **HVAC Access Doors** 8.2.18 **Thermostats** 8.2.19 **Intercoms** 8.2.20 **Lighting Fixtures** 8.2.21 **Door Latch Hole** 8.2.22 **Medicine Cabinet** 8.2.23 **Other**

**BLOWER DOOR TESTING**
8.3.1 **Blower Door Test - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications**  8.3.2 **Blower Door Test -**

**Compliance Statement** 8.3.3 **Preliminary Testing** 8.3.4 **Final Verification Testing** 8.3.5 **Fan Pressure Testing**

**Method 8.5**  **VENTILATION** 8.5.1 **Ventilation - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  8.5.2 **Ventilation Prescriptive** 

**Path - Notes for Drawings**  **and Specifications**

8.5.3 **Garage Ventilation - Notes**

**for Drawings and Specifications** 
**COMPLIANCE STATEMENT**
8.6.1 **Compliance Statement**

**MODELING INPUTS - SIZING AND BALANCING**  8.6.2 **Non - Apartment Fan**

**Efficiency** 8.6.3 **Apartment Fan Efficiency**

**(Roof)** 8.6.4 **Apartment Fan Efficiency (In**

**Unit)** 8.6.5 **Apartment and Non**

**Corridor - Capacity, Testing and Balancing**  8.6.6 **Demand Controls** 8.6.7 **Central Supply to Corridor**

8.6.8 **Heat Recovery**

**GARAGE VENTILATION** 8.7.1 **Garage Exhaust Fan CFM**

**and Efficiency** 8.7.2 **Test Sensor Operation** 8.7.3 **CO Sensor Locations Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### Item # **BUILDING COMPONENT** 8.7.4 **Garage Fan and CO Sensor -**

**Manufacturer's Product Data**  **VENTILATION MISC** 8.8.1 **Toilet, Kitchen, General**

**Exhaust Grilles and Corridor Supply Ventilation**  **Grilles** 8.8.2 **Intake Systems - Operating**

**Sequence** 8.8.3 **Make Up Air Systems** 8.8.4 **Common Area Supply**

**Ventilation - Outdoor Air Damper**  8.8.5 **Smoke Vents** 8.8.6 **Passive Intake Systems**

**(Trickle Vents)** 8.8.7 **Ventilation - Manufacturer's**

**Product Data**

8.8.8 **Ventilation - Training and**

**Manuals** 8.8.9 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC DUCT TIGHTNESS**  8.9.1 **Duct Tightness - Notes for**

**Drawings and Specifications**  8.9.2 **Duct Tightness -**

**Compliance Statement** 8.9.3 **Duct Tightness - Roof**

**Curbs** 8.9.4 **Duct Leakage Testing -**

**Central Exhaust Systems** 8.9.5 **Roof Curb (Central)** 8.9.6 **Transverse Joints (Central**

**and Through Wall)**

8.9.7 **Transitions (Central and**

**Through Wall)** 8.9.8 **Pinned Ducts (Central and**

**Through Wall)** 8.9.9 **Elbow Joints (Round Duct**

**Work)** 8.9.10 **Exterior Wall Connection**

**(Through Wall)** 8.9.11 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion - HVAC 9.0**  **METERS** 9.1.1 **Location - Residential** 9.1.2 **Location - Non Residential**

9.1.3 **Type** 9.1.4 **Configuration** 9.1.5 **Utility Release Forms** 9.1.6 **Statement of Substantial**

**Completion Inspection Comments**  **Dwg/ Spec**  **Final Design**  **Complies Team Comments**  **AS BUILT REVIEW:** Prepared by: Date:

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**APPLIANCES - PROTOCOL 1.1** Date: Field Verified By: MM/DD/YY **Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Installation Schedule 3) Floor Plans
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) For spaces containing appliances, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section of the Testing and Verification Protocols

. 2) For buildings with common laundry rooms, RESNET sampling protocols are modified to require inspection of all the clothes washers in at least one (1) laundry room. **3) *PHOTOS REQUIRED*** - Photograph one (1) representative appliance faceplate of each type of appliance being inspected. - Photograph ENERGY STAR label and/or attach cut sheet proving ENERGY STAR qualification.

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS**

**PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL MFR**  **MODEL # QUANTITY**  **LOCATION ENERGY**  **STAR** (Yes/No) **PLAN REVIEW**

**COMMENTS LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  Refrigerators 0 0

Dishwashers 0 0

Clothes Washers 0 0

Ceiling Fans 0 0

Vending Machines 0 0

**PROTOCOL PROPOSED**  **ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  0 0

0 0 2) Minimum of one on-site inspection required, preferably immediately after installation so that corrective action can be taken if necessary. Delivery tickets may be used to verify complete shipments but on-site inspections of a sample of installed appliances is required.

• Include a schedule with location and quantity. • Require ENERGY STAR qualified products and appliances.

When provided in
common areas and/or apartments, refrigerators, dishwashers, clothes washers, ceiling fans and vending machines must be ENERGY STAR qualified.

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS INSPECTION COMMENTS**  (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) 1) The developer or GC shall ensure that deliveries are inspected prior to accepting them to verify that product substitutions by the distributor or manufacturer have not resulted in non-ENERGY STAR qualified appliances.

**Compliance Statement** 

• All refrigerators, dishwashers and clothes washers are consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path.
Note: Kitchen range hoods are not required to be ENERGY STAR qualified.

**Dryers** • E lectric or Gas **Statement of Substantial Completion** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet. **Stoves** • E lectric or Gas

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**HVAC - DHW SYSTEMS - PROTOCOL 2.1, 2.2**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Mechanical Schedule and Floor Plans 2) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) 100% of centralized primary equipment (i.e. DHW plants) shall be inspected in the quality assurance and verification process.

6) ***PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**ID DESCRIPTION**  **LOCATION QUANTITY**  **MFR MODEL #**  **INPUT (BTU/H)**  **(kW) OUTPUT** 

**(BTU/H) (kW)**  **EFFICIENCY HORSE**  **POWER (HP)**  **ENERGY**

**STAR LOCATION** 

(dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.

**PROTOCOL PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc. See below See below

0 0

0 0 **DHW - Storage Insulation** • Ensure storage tanks for central DHW systems are insulated per code. If storage is provided, the maximum storage tank capacity shall be specified based on occupancy. **DHW - Type & Efficiency** • Provide Proposed DHW system type, efficiency, capacity, fuel; include number, efficiency and HP of pumps, and whether VFD is specified in the MOTOR section. Domestic water heating equipment shall be ENERGY STAR qualified, where applicable, and meet minimum efficiencies below. Atmospherically vented gas water heaters, tankless coils and side-arm water heaters shall not be specified.

Water Heater Minimum Efficiencies • In-Unit Electric OR Gas Water Heaters (storage or instantaneous) - Gas (EF): 0.69-(0.002 x Tank Gallon Capacity) - Electric (EF): 0.97-(0.001 x Tank Gallon Capacity) • Hot Water Supply Boiler (Oil or Gas): 85% Et **Compliance Statement** • All DHW systems are consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. DHW Domestic water heating systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 7.4 and 7.5.

**MODELING INPUTS** 2) Individual spaces or apartments containing electric or fossil-fuel DHW systems shall be inspected and tested following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , including at least one of each unique type. 3) Spaces containing terminal devices (fan coils, PTHPS, unit heaters, VAV boxes) must be inspected following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , including at least one of each unique type. 4) All spaces with Domestic Hot Water service (i.e. bathrooms, kitchens, etc.) shall be tested for hot water delivery temperature and pressure following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , with the additional requirement that, for each central DHW system, the spaces sampled must include the first space supplied by the system and the last space supplied by the longest run of the system. 5) Inspect all spaces containing plumbing fixtures following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of this document.
-Provide photos of the domestic hot water system and faceplates to verify proper installation and compliance with proposed design. -Photograph one (1) representative fixture of each type of plumbing fixture being inspected.

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS** 4) The developer or GC shall ensure that deliveries are inspected prior to accepting them to verify that product substitutions by the distributor or manufacturer have not resulted in plumbing fixtures with higher flow rates than those in the Proposed Design or required by the Prescriptive Path

. 5) Minimum of one (1) on-site inspection required, preferably immediately after installation so that corrective action can be taken if necessary. Delivery tickets may be used to verify complete shipments but on-site inspections of a sample of installed plumbing fixtures is required. 2) Commissioning of the system occurs during pre-construction and construction phases of installation. Inspection, testing, and final commissioning are conducted during the turn over/accpetance phase of the installation of the system. 3) Training shall occur following installation of the system and completion of all quality assurance and verification procedures. **Schedule:** 1) The quality assurance and verification procedures occur during the pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of system installation. Refer to the appropriate standards (eg. NFPA) to determine exact timing of inspections. Date: Field Verified By: MM/DD/YY

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**DHW - Training and Manuals**

• Summarize the training performed and personnel involved. Confirm that all applicable operating and specification manuals are delivered to the building staff. Verify that staff members have been trained and are aware of their responsibilities to maintain and operate the systems properly. **DHW - Manufacturer's Product Data** • Review manufacturer’s cut sheets or invoice detailing system manufacturer, model, size, and location, and keep with the building file. These should also be used to prove ENERGY STAR qualification and efficiency rating. **Statement of Substantial Completion - HVAC** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion must be completed by a third-party qualified representative on company letter head, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet. **DHW - Temperature** • The temperature setting of in-unit storage water heaters must not exceed 140F. For both in-unit and central DHW systems, temperatures measured at faucets and showerheads must not exceed 125F. **DHW - Controls** • Verify a self-contained or electronic mix ing valve is used to control hot water temperature for central domestic water heating systems. Mechanical valves shall not be specified. Verify mixing valve temperature set point. **DHW CONFIGURATION, CONTROLS, DISTRIBUTION & DOCUMENTATION DHW Central Plant - Boiler room location and venting**  • Verify location of domestic hot water systems (e.g., cellar or roof), combustion air venting configuration (e.g., combustion air piped to boilers, boiler room air used for combustion), and venting configuration (e.g., inducer fan specified and sequence of operation verified, if required). **DHW - Insulation for Piping** • Piping carrying fluid with temperatures greater than 105°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location for domestic hot water systems to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 7.4.3 or local code. **DHW - Low Flow fixtures** • Plumbing fixture flow rates for all showerheads, bath faucets and kitchen faucets match assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or the inputs have been adjusted accordingly. As an alternative to the Performance Path , projects must ensure that all of the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path have been met or exceeded. • A schedule showing plumbing fixtures with GPM, location and quantity has been included in the construction documents. • The average flow rate for all showers must be ≤ 1.75 gallons per minute per stall (as rated at 80 psi) and all showerheads must be WaterSense labeled. • All lavatory faucets or aerators must be WaterSense labeled. • The average flow rate for all other faucets must be ≤ 2.0 gallons per minute (as rated at 80 psi). • All tank-type toilets must be WaterSense labeled.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - BELOW GRADE WALLS - PROTOCOL 3.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler

3) Relevant Wall Sections and Details 4) Cellar Plan
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**DESCRIPTION** (Type/Thickness) **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (P roblems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) **BG WALL ASSEMBLY 1** Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

**BG ASSEMBLY 1 U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**BG WALL ASSEMBLY 2** Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

**BG ASSEMBLY 1 U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Below Grade Wall U-Value**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

0 0 • Interior and cavity insulation must be protected from air intrusion, moisture intrusion, and free of voids, gaps, and compression. • Cavity insulation must be in contact with the interior wall surface (i.e. drywall) and completely fill the interior wall cavity. • Batt insulation must be installed properly using splices to surround wires, electrical outlet/switch/junction boxes, pipes, and other obstructions within the insulated cavity. • Insulation that is intended to be continuous (interior or exterior) must be installed without breaks and at full thickness at all locations. • Insulation must be installed such that they achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for walls with continuous insulation. • Vapor impermeable air barriers for general coverage should only be specified on the warm side of insulation (i.e. interior side of insulation in predominately heating dominated climates). Vapor permeable air barriers should be specified in other cases. 1) Each unique assembly shall be inspected. (For example: If unique sections of the building are constructed differently, all distinct areas must be inspected independently; Also, if insulation specifications are different for living areas vs. common areas or other special use areas, each different specification shall be inspected independently.) Date:

3) Inspections of exterior insulation, air, vapor, and weather barrier systems must be completed prior to enclosure.1) Inspections must take place during construction: before pouring slab, before back-filling foundation walls, at framing (pre-insulation), postinsulation and pre-drywall, and post-completion.

**4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED*** - Photo clearly identifying type of insulation to be installed and thickness using measuring tape or ruler (can do each individual piece of insulation or entire assembly) - Photo showing continuous insulation around sample corner and other challenging details - Photo of pre-insulation showing application of water/vapor/air barrier - Photo of post-installation 2) Inspections of interior and cavity insulation must take place during construction: at framing pre-insulation, post-insulation and pre-drywall, and post-completion. MM/DD/YY

3) Documentation of post-repair conditions is required for correction of problems that represent large surface areas (greater than 50 square feet) and/or systemic problems (e.g. all corner units are insulated improperly). On-site inspection to verify corrections is preferable, but if this is not possible/practical due to construction schedules, photographic documentation of repairs submitted to the responsible party by the GC are an acceptable alternative.

**WALL TYPE:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows 2) Sampling may be used to inspect wall assemblies that are consistent throughout large sections of the building. Inspections done from the exterior shall sample at least 15% of each wall area. For inspections done from interior spaces, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols, for each unique wall type. In addition, the sample set must include, at a minimum, all unique assemblies. If problems are found in the sample set, additional inspections must be conducted to determine the full extent of the problems and to ensure that repairs are completed in all areas of the building where they are needed.

**PATH REQUIREMENT** Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing.

Page 1 of 2**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

***** Estimated R-values for insulation that is improperly installed must be derated using the standards and procedures described in the Mortgage Industry’s National Home Energy Rating Systems, Section 303.4.1.4.2 and Appendix A, “On-Site Inspection Procedures for Minimum Rated Features”. **Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Sections 3 and 5 must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols. **Final Inspection** • Verify proper enclosure of insulated cavities through visual inspection. **PATH REQUIREMENT**

**Below Grade Walls - Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified. The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8). **Compliance Statement** • All assemblies are compliant with the proposed design model or requirements of the Prescriptive Path , including framing factor assumptions. The effective R-value of the installed insulation shall be used in the Proposed Design model (from exterior finish to interior finish).

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## ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - ABOVE GRADE WALLS - PROTOCOL 3.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Relevant Wall Sections and Details 4) Floor Plans
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**DESCRIPTION** (Type / Thickness) **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) **WALL ASSEMBLY 1** Layer 1 **Name:** Layer 2 **Location:** Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5 Layer 6

**ASSEMBLY 1 WHOLE WALL U-VALUE** Overall U-value1) Inspections of interior and cavity insulation must take place during construction: at framing pre-insulation, post-insulation and pre-drywall, and postcompletion. 2) Inspections of exterior insulation, air, vapor, and weather barrier systems must be completed prior to enclosure.

- Photo clearly identifying type of insulation to be installed and thickness using measuring tape or ruler (can do each individual piece of insulation or entire assembly) - Photo showing continuous insulation around sample corner and other challenging details - Photo of pre-insulation showing application of water/vapor/air barrier - Photo of pre-installation to verify framing construction - Photo of post insulation indicating proper installation - Photo of completion showing proper drywall installation - Photo of Plank/Slab Edge and Rim Joist Insulation between ceiling/floor levels before cladding is installed 3) Documentation of post-repair conditions is required for correction of problems that represent large surface areas (greater than 50 square feet) and/or systemic problems (e.g. all corner units are insulated improperly). On-site inspection to verify corrections is preferable, but if this is not possible/practical due to construction schedules, photographic documentation of repairs submitted to the responsible party by the GC are an acceptable alternative. 

### Date: MM/DD/YY

A minimum of three (3) and as many as five (5) separate site visits are required for most multifamily high-rise buildings.

1) Each unique wall assembly shall be inspected. (For example: if the basement walls are constructed differently from the upper floors, both areas must be inspected independently; also, if insulation specifications are different for living areas vs. common areas or other special use areas, each different specification shall be inspected independently.) 2) Sampling may be used to inspect wall assemblies that are consistent throughout large sections of the building. Inspections done from the exterior shall sample at least 15% of each wall area. For inspections done from interior spaces, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , for each unique wall type. In addition, the sample set must include, at a minimum, all unique assemblies. If problems are found in the sample set, additional inspections must be conducted to determine the full extent of the problems and to ensure that repairs are completed in all areas of the building where they are needed.

**WALL TYPE** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows • Interior and cavity insulation must be protected from air intrusion, moisture intrusion, and free of voids, gaps, and compression. • Cavity insulation must be in contact with the interior wall surface (i.e. drywall) and completely fill the interior wall cavity. • Batt insulation must be installed properly using splices to surround wires, electrical outlet/switch/junction boxes, pipes, and other obstructions within the insulated cavity. • For steel-framed and metal buildings, continuous exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. For masonry buildings with metal framing, continuous interior or exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. • Insulation that is intended to be continuous (interior or exterior) must be installed without breaks and at full thickness at all locations. • Air barrier must be continuous around the entire building. Air barrier must be detailed at all penetrations and transitions including structural components, connections between dissimilar materials, and window rough openings. Flashing materials and sealants must be used at window openings, through-wall duct penetrations, the transition between the wall and roof barrier, and the transition between the wall and foundation barrier. • Insulation must be installed such that they achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for walls with continuous insulation. • Vapor impermeable air barriers for general coverage should only be specified on the warm side of insulation (i.e. interior side of insulation in predominately heating dominated climates). Vapor permeable air barriers should be specified in other cases. **4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

Page 1 of 4**WALL ASSEMBLY 2** Layer 1 **Name:** Layer 2 **Location:** Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5 Layer 6

**ASSEMBLY 2 WHOLE WALL U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED**

**ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL Overall Above Grade Wall U-Value**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 
An area weightedaverage of the Ufactors of the wall and floor perimeter assemblies is acceptable. When calculating the U-factor of the floorperimeter, the full Rvalue for any exterior insulation can only be used for portions of the assembly where shelf angles or other continuous metal fastened to the wall are not used. For portions of this assembly where shelf angles or other continuous metal fastened to the wall areused, an overall Uvalue shall be calculated based on an area weighted ratio. Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1- 2007, Appendix A.

See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing. 0 0

**FLOOR EDGE ASSEMBL Y 1**  Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 **ASSEMBLY 1 - WHOLE WALL U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**FLOOR EDGE ASSEMBL Y**  Layer 1

Page 2 of 4Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 **ASSEMBLY 2 - WHOLE WALL U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED**

**ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL Overall Floor Edge Assembly U-Value**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 
An area weightedaverage of the Ufactors of the wall and floor perimeter assemblies is acceptable. When calculating theU-factor, the full Rvalue for any exterior insulation can only be used for portions of the assembly where shelf angles or other continuous metal fastened to the wall are not used. For portions of this assembly where shelf angles or other continuous metal fastened to the wall areused, an overall Uvalue shall be calculated based on an area weighted ratio.
Non-vision glazing areas of window wall systems are to be treated as opaque walls per ASHRAE and when determining minimum Prescriptive Path UAssembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1- 2007, Appendix A.

See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing. 0 0

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R-3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8).

**Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Sections 3 and 5 must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols. **Final Inspection** • Verify proper enclosure of insulated cavities through visual inspection. **Continuous Insulation Requirements** • For steel-framed and metal buildings, continuous exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. For masonry buildings with metal framing, continuous interior or exterior insulation is required on above grade walls. **Above Grade Walls - Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified.

**Floor Perimeter/Plank Edge - Insulation and Framing Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified. **PATH REQUIREMENT Compliance Statement**  • All assemblies are compliant with the proposed design model or requirements of the Prescriptive Path , including framing factor assumptions. The effective R-value of the installed insulation shall be used in the Proposed Design model (from exterior finish to interior finish).

Page 3 of 4***** Estimated R-values for insulation that is improperly installed must be derated using the standards and procedures described in the Mortgage Industry’s National Home Energy Rating Systems, Section 303.4.1.4.2 and Appendix A, “On-Site Inspection Procedures for Minimum Rated Features”.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - ROOF - PROTOCOL 3.2** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Relevant Wall and Roof Sections and Details 4) Roof Plan
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**DESCRIPTION** (Type and Thickness) **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) **ROOF ASSEMBLY 1** PITCH ( Pitched Plank, Built Up Roof) Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

**ROOF ASSEMBLY 1 U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**ROOF ASSEMBLY 2** PITCH ( Pitched Plank, Built Up Roof) Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

**ROOF ASSEMBLY 2 U-VALUE** Overall U-value

**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Roof U-Value**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

Date:

MM/DD/YY

1) Inspections must take place during construction: pre-insulation, post-insulation and pre-drywall or prior to roof finish, and post-completion.

4) Documentation of post-repair conditions is required for correction of problems that represent large surface areas (greater than 50 square feet) and/or systemic problems (e.g. all corner units are insulated improperly). On-site inspection to verify corrections is preferable, but if this is not possible/practical due to construction schedules, photographic documentation of repairs submitted to the responsible party by the GC are an acceptable alternative. 3) To verify the predicted overall R-value, 100% of locations where roof insulation achieves the minimum thickness are to be inspected. Insulation thickness at roof perimeters shall be inspected at one (1) location per 70 feet of roof perimeter. This shall include, at a minimum, two (2) instances where the roof insulation achieves its maximum thickness. Each location inspected cannot be within 70 feet of each other along the roof perimeter. 1) Each unique roof assembly shall be inspected. (For example: If there are exposed roofs on lower levels, that are constructed differently from the upper floors, both areas must be inspected independently; Also, if insulation specifications are different for living areas vs. common areas or other special use areas, each different specification shall be inspected independently.)

**PATH REQUIREMENT** 2) Sampling may be used to inspect roof assemblies that are consistent throughout large sections of the building. Inspections done from the exterior shall sample at least 15% of each roof area. For inspections done from interior spaces, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , for each unique roof type. In addition, the sample set must include, at a minimum, all unique assemblies. If problems are found in the sample set, additional inspections must be conducted to determine the full extent of the problems and to ensure that repairs are completed in all areas of the building where they are needed.

**ROOF TYPE:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows (assembly name or number) • Interior and cavity insulation must be protected from air and moisture intrusion, and free of voids, gaps, and compression. • Cavity insulation must be in contact with the interior wall surface (i.e. drywall) and completely fill the interior wall cavity. • Batt insulation must be installed properly using splices to surround wires, electrical outlet/switch/junction boxes, pipes, and other obstructions within the insulated cavity. • Insulation that is intended to be continuous (interior or exterior) must be installed without breaks and at full thickness at all locations. • Insulation must be installed such that they achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for roofs with continuous insulation. • Vapor impermeable air barriers for general coverage should only be specified on the warm side of insulation (i.e. interior side of insulation in predominately heating dominated climates). Vapor permeable air barriers should be specified in other cases. • Sprinkler systems to be designed to not interfere with the performance of thermal and air barriers • For built-up insulation on flat roofs, minimum and average R-value for roof surfaces must be specified. Specifications must require contractor to submit roof insulation software calculator results (e.g. ‘Taper Plus” or equivalent) which will be used to verify effective R-value. - Photo clearly identifying type of insulation to be installed and thickness using measuring tape or ruler (can do each individual piece of insulation or entire assembly) - Photo showing continuous insulation around sample corner and other challenging details - Post insulation photo (pre-drywall for cavity insulation, prior to roof finish for exterior rigid insulation) showing complete and even distribution of insulation - Photo of proper enclosure of insulated cavities (if applicable) **5) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

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**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

**Final Inspection** • Verify proper enclosure of insulated cavities through visual inspection. Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing.

**Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Sections 3 and 5 must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols

.

***** Estimated R-values for insulation that is improperly installed must be derated using the standards and procedures described in the Mortgage Industry’s National Home Energy Rating Systems, Section 303.4.1.4.2 and Appendix A, “On-Site Inspection Procedures for Minimum Rated Features”. **Compliance Statement** • All assemblies are compliant with the proposed design model or requirements of the Prescriptive Path , including framing factor assumptions. The effective R-value of the installed insulation shall be used in the Proposed Design model (from exterior finish to interior finish). **PATH REQUIREMENT**

The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R-3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8). **Roof - Insulation and Initial Framing Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - FLOORS ABOVE UNCONDITIONED SPACES - PROTOCOL 3.3** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Relevant Floor Plan Sections and Details
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**DESCRIPTION** (Type/Thickness) **LOCATION** (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) Layer 1
Layer 2

Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

Overall U-value

**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Floor Over Unconditioned Space** 

**U-Value LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

0 0

**BG SLAB FLOOR ASSEMBLY 1** Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

Overall U-value Date:

1) Each unique floor assembly shall be inspected. (For example: If unique sections of the building are constructed differently, all distinct areas must be inspected independently; Also, if insulation specifications are different for living areas vs. common areas or other special use areas, each different specification shall be inspected independently.) MM/DD/YY

**4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED*** - Photo clearly identifying type of insulation installed and thickness using measuring tape or ruler (can do each individual piece of insulation or entire assembly) - Photo showing continuous insulation around sample corner and/or trouble area - Sub Slab insulation – Photo of insulation before pouring of concrete or backfill of foundation - If moisture or insect protection is required, photo of proper installation is required - Framed floors – Photo of post-insulation to show proper installation showing no signs of compromised R-Value

• Interior and cavity insulation must be protected from air intrusion and moisture intrusion, and free of voids, gaps, and compression. • Cavity insulation must be in contact with the interior wall surface (i.e. drywall) and completely fill the interior wall cavity. • Batt insulation must be installed properly using splices to surround wires, electrical outlet/switch/junction boxes, pipes, and other obstructions within the insulated cavity. • Insulation that is intended to be continuous (interior or exterior) must be installed without breaks and at full thickness at all locations. • Insulation must be installed such that they achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for floors with continuous insulation. • Vapor impermeable air barriers for general coverage should only be specified on the warm side of insulation (i.e. interior side of insulation in predominately heating dominated climates). Vapor permeable air barriers should be specified in other
cases. • If specified, rim joists between ceiling/floor levels must be insulated around the entire perimeter, and necessity of shelf angles should be evaluated by structural engineer.1) Inspections must take place during construction: before pouring slab, before back-filling foundation walls, at framing (pre-insulation), postinsulation and pre-drywall, and post-completion.

3) Documentation of post-repair conditions is required for correction of problems that represent large surface areas (greater than 50 square feet) and/or systemic problems (e.g. all corner units are insulated improperly). On-site inspection to verify corrections is preferable, but if this is not possible/practical due to construction schedules, photographic documentation of repairs submitted to the responsible party by the GC are an acceptable alternative.

**FLOOR TYPE:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows 2) Sampling may be used to inspect floor assemblies that are consistent throughout large sections of the building. At each stage of the inspection process, a minimum of 15% of total floor area must be inspected for each unique floor type. If problems are found in the sample set, additional inspections must be conducted to determine the full extent of the problems and to ensure that repairs are completed in all areas of the building where they are needed.

**FLOOR OVER UNCONDITIONED SPACE ASSEMBLY 1**

**FLOOR OVER UNCONDITIONED SPACE ASSEMBLY 1 U VALUE** 

**BG SLAB FLOOR ASSEMBLY 1 U-VALUE PATH REQUIREMENT**  Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing.

Page 1 of 3**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Below Grade Slab Floor U-Value**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

0 0

**SLAB-ON-GRADE (unheated) ASSEMBLY 1** Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

Overall U-value

**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Slab-On-Grade (heated only) U** 

**Value LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

0 0

**SLAB-ON-GRADE (embedded heated only) ASSEMBLY 1** Layer 1 Layer 2 Layer 3 Layer 4 Layer 5

Overall U-value

**PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL Overall Slab-On-Grade (embedded** 

**heated only) U-Value LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

0 0

**PLAN REVIEW**

**COMMENTS LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

**Floor Insulation Above Unconditioned Space - Insulation and Initial Framing**  **Inspection** • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified.

**Slab-on-Grade (unheated) - Insulation Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified. **Compliance Statement** • All assemblies are compliant with the proposed design model or requirements of the Prescriptive Path , including framing factor assumptions. The effective R-value of the installed insulation shall be used in the Proposed Design model (from exterior finish to interior finish).

**Below Grade Slab Floor- Insulation Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified. The envelope components must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 5.4.

All roof, wall, floor and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces with continuous insulation ( ≥R-3 in CZ1-4 and ≥R-5 in CZ 5-8). **PATH REQUIREMENT SLAB-ON-GRADE (unheated) ASSEMBLY 1 U-VALUE** 

**SLAB-ON-GRADE FLOOR (embedded heated only)**

**PATH REQUIREMENT** Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing.

**PROTOCOL PATH REQUIREMENT**  Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing. **PATH REQUIREMENT** Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; above grade and below grade wall insulation; floor and slab insulation; exterior doors; and vertical glazing.

Page 2 of 3***** Estimated R-values for insulation that is improperly installed must be derated using the standards and procedures described in the Mortgage Industry’s National Home Energy Rating Systems, Section

303.4.1.4.2 and Appendix A, “On-Site Inspection Procedures for Minimum Rated Features”. **Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Sections 3 and 5 must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols.
**Final Inspection** • Verify proper enclosure of insulated cavities through visual inspection. **Slab-on-Grade (embedded heated only) - Insulation Inspection**  • Verify insulation type, thickness, location, coverage, and installation. Improperly installed insulation must be derated*. • Verify location and continuity of air and vapor barriers (if specified). • Protection from air and moisture intrusion of interior and cavity insulation will also be verified.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - WINDOWS - PROTOCOL 3.4** Field Verified By:

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Window Schedule and Relevant Details
**Sampling Requirements:**

**4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**ID WINDOW TYPE**  (Double hung, awning, casement, fixed) **QUANTITY MFR/MODEL**  **WINDOW FRAME**  (Alum, Fiberglass) **GAS**

**FILL** (Air / Argon) **CENTER**

**OF GLASS** **U VALUE**  **ASSEMBLY**

**U-VALUE SHGC**  **LOW-E** (Yes/No) **ENERGY**

**STAR** (Yes/No) **LOCATION**

(dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Window has proper orientation, fit, and is easily opened)

**PATH REQUIREMENT PROPOSED**  **ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Window has proper orientation, fit, and is easily opened) <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0

**Rough Openings** • The installation subcontractor is responsible for verifying that rough openings are properly constructed including: structural soundness of sill, header, and jambs; opening shall be square, level, and plumb; and building materials should be protected from moisture damage prior to window installation. Construction deficiencies should be reported to the developer or GC and corrected prior to installation of windows. **Window/Wall Mock Up** • If approved by the developer, the responsible party shall inspect a sample installation of the window prior to the installation of windows building-wide. The manufacturer’s data shall be inspected to verify energy performance specifications (window type, frame, U-value factor, gas fill, SHGC). In addition, the installed window must be inspected for proper fit and operation and effective connections to the building envelope weather barrier and air barrier. Low-e glass must be verified using a low-e meter. **On-Going Site Inspections** • On inspection site visits, the responsible party shall check newly installed windows for compliance with the installation specifications and confirm the assumptions in the Proposed Design model. As an alternative to the modeling approach, verify all window requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path have been met or exceeded. **Air Tightness** • Visually confirm all joints between window frame and rough opening have been sealed. Optional: To verify air tightness of the weather stripping and window installation, use a smoke pencil around the window, casing, and frame. **Windows - Manufacturer's Product Data** • Review manufacturer’s cut sheet or invoice detailing window construction, U-Value, SHGC, low–e, and ENERGY STAR qualification (if applicable) • Include selection of window type (by operation, e.g. double-hung, single-hung, casement, fixed, etc.), dimensions, frame, U-value, low-emissivity, gas fill, SHGC, visual transmittance, and labeling by an independent third party (e.g. NFRC). • The specified windows shall be double or triple-pane, with low-emissivity glass or coatings. • Windows shall be installed properly to ensure weather tightness and air tightness performance within manufacturer’s specifications in addition to proper operation. • All joints between window frame and rough opening should be sealed with minimum 20-year sealant compatible with all surfaces. • Specifications could include, at the discretion of the developer, the inspection of a sample mock-up installation by the responsible party prior to installation of windows building-wide.

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**

**Window-to-Wall Ratio** • Window-to-Wall ratio is taken as the sum of all window area divided by the total exterior above-gradewall area. All decorative glass and skylight window area contribute to the total window area to abovegrade wall ratio (WWR). In addition, non-vision glazing areas must be treated as opaque walls (not fenestration) when calculating window-to-wall ratios. Maximum allowable glazing area for Prescriptive Path : 30% WWR **Schedule:**

**Compliance Statement** • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model • If following the Prescriptive Path confirm assembly U-values and SHGC for the climate zone are met. 1) If the developer has elected, the initial sample installation shall be inspected upon completion. If problems are identified with the sample installation, areturn site visit may be necessary to verify that the problems were properly addressed and corrected before proceeding with the installation of windows buildingwide. 2) All other window inspections will take place on an ongoing basis during construction at the same time that other building envelope components are inspected to ensure specifications are being met throughout the construction process.

1) For spaces containing windows, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , which shall include, at a minimum, one of each different type of window installation based on different window types (fixed, double hung, etc.) and different energy performance specifications (e.g. if low e glass is specified on part of the building but not all of it).

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS** 2) In addition, the sample set shall include, at a minimum, the inspection of all windows in a representative apartment from each apartment style or type. 3) If problems are identified, additional windows must be inspected to determine if problems are systemic. Problems found will be reported to the GC for correction and re-inspection on an ongoing basis throughout construction. Date:

- Photo of each unique window type with third party verification (NFRC label if applicable) of U-Value, SHGC, and ENERGY STAR qualification (if applicable) - Photo of installed window that verifies proper fit and effective connections to envelope’s weather and air barriers - Photo with low-e sensor device verifying low-e MM/DD/YY

Page 1 of 2**Statement of Substantial Completion**

• A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - EXTERIOR DOORS - PROTOCOL 3.5** Date: Field Verified By: MM/DD/YY **Schedule:** 1) Final inspection may occur anytime following completion of installations .

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Floor Plans 4) Door Manufacturer's Specifications 5) As-built Door Schedule provided by the developer 6) Smoke Pencil (Optional)
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) 100% of entryways and designed vestibule areas shall be inspected.

**3) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**ID FLOOR /**  **LOCATION MFR/MODEL**  **ENERGY STAR**  (Yes/No) **U-VALUE WEATHERST**  **RIPPING** (Yes/No) **SELF**

**CLOSING DEVICE**  (Yes/No) **VESTIBULE**

(Yes/No) **LOCATION**

dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

**PATH REQUIREMENT ERM**  **ENERGY MODEL**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  When required by local building code, entranceways shall be designed with vestibuleswith weather-stripping hardfastened to the door or frame. 0 0

**We ather Stripping**  • When required by local building code, verify entranceways contain vestibules with weather-stripping hard-fastened to the door or frame. • Verify weather stripping on all cellar/mechanical doors, doors between corridors and stairwells, all exterior doors, doors between apartments and corridors, doors separating unconditioned or vented spaces. • Verify weather stripping is installed with a rigid fastener and replaceable foam gasket specified for durability and less maintenance. **Smoke Testing** • Option: Use a smoke pencil with the building under pressurization (or depressurization) from the ventilation system to verify air tightness of components. **Statement of Substantial Completion** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet

. **Operation and Fit** • Inspect exterior doors for proper operation, fit, and weather stripping. **Compliance Statement** • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. • Design and specifications for exterior doors shall match assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

. • Weather stripping shall be applied on all cellar/mechanical doors, doors between corridors and stairwells, all exterior doors, doors between apartments and corridors, doors separating unconditioned or vented spaces. • Weather stripping shall be installed with a rigid fastener and replaceable foam gasket specified for durability and less maintenance. • Weather stripping shall be installed to not interfere with door closing properly.

**INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Door has proper orientation, fit, and weather-stripping) **PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**

**Vestibules and Entryways** • Inspect vestibule and entryway areas to verify construction is consistent with design specifications. **PROTOCOL INSPECTION COMMENTS**  (Door has proper orientation, fit, and weather-stripping) **PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**

Assembly U-value determinations must follow ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Appendix A.
See Tables 2 and 3 for climate specific envelope requirements for the following components: roof insulation; 2) Visually verify proper installation of at least 50% of all common area exterior doors and check the manufacturer and model of all doors using the As-Built building door schedule provided by the developer. For garden-style apartments with doors to the exterior, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the MFHR Testing and Verification Protocol

. - Photo of installed door that verifies proper fit and effective connections to envelope’s weather and air barriers. - Photo of each unique door type with third party verification, NFRC and/or ENERGY STAR qualification (if applicable).

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**GARAGES - HEATING & COMPARTMENTALIZATION - PROTOCOL 4.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Relevant floor plans and wall sections 2) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) Inspect 100% of the connections between the garage and the conditioned space of the building for air sealing. 2) Inspect 100% of heating elements and controls.

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/floor #s, etc.)

Radiant heating, either wall or ceiling-mounted or within the garage floor (or sidewalks) may be used to prevent ice formation on the ground as a safety feature only and temperature-based controls must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.3.8. Date: MM/DD/YY

**Doors Between Garage and Building** • Inspect the door(s) leading into the building from the garage for proper operation, fit, and weather stripping. Optional: Use a smoke pencil around the door, casing, and frame with the garage ventilation system running. 1) Inspect air sealing details at framing before insulation is installed. 2) Inspect insulation after installation and prior to enclosure with finish materials. 3) Final inspection may occur anytime following completion of installations.

• Provide piping layout or insulation details that demonstrate that the garage space is not heated. Radiant heating, either wall or ceiling-mounted or within the garage floor (or sidewalks), may be used to prevent ice formation on the ground as a safety feature only. • Include a list of elements to be sealed in the garage that would minimize air flow between the garage and the rest of the building, including entrance door(s) leading into building from garage.

**Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Sections 3 and 5 must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols. **Compartmentalization** • Attached garages shall be fully compartmentalized from the rest of the building through air sealing. All pipe and conduit penetrations shall be sealed with material compatible with the surface and resilient to temperature fluctuations. **Garage Heating** • If pipes are located in garages or unconditioned spaces, heat tape is permitted, but only in the Performance Path, where the energy penalty associated with the electricity consumption can be modeled. If selecting this alternative, heat tape that is activated based on pipe wall temperature rather than air temperature is required must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.3.8. Verify heat tape thermostat set point is no higher than 40°F. Garages shall not be heated for comfort or to prevent pipes from freezing. Piping design and layout shall locate piping within conditioned spaces or grouped and properly insulated to prevent freezing. Heat tracing for freeze protection may not be used.

**Garage Freeze Protection**• Verify radiant heating, either wall or ceilingmounted or within the garage floor (or sidewalks) may be used to prevent ice formation on the ground as a safety feature only and shall include automatic controls capable of shutting off the systems when outdoor air temperatures are above 40°F or when the conditions of the protected fluid will prevent freezing. Snow- and ice-melting systems shall include automatic controls capable of shutting off the systems when the pavement temperature is above 50°F and no precipitation is falling and an automatic or manual control that will allow shutoff when the outdoor temperature is above 40°F so that the potential for snow or ice accumulation is negligible.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**HVAC - HEATING SYSTEMS - PROTOCOL 5.1, 5.3**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Mechanical Schedule and Floor Plans 2) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) 100% of centralized primary equipment (i.e. heating plants) shall be inspected in the quality assurance and verification process.

4) ***PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**ID DESCRIPTION**  **LOCATION QUANTITY**  **MFR MODEL #**  **INPUT (BTU/H)**  **(kW) OUTPUT** 

**(BTU/H) (kW)**  **EFFICIENCY HORSE**  **POWER (HP)**  **ENERGY**

**STAR LOCATION** 

(dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.

**PROTOCOL PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc. See below See below

0 0

0 0 **MODELING INPUTS** -Provide photos of the space heating and domestic hot water systems and faceplates to verify proper installation and compliance with proposed design. -Photograph one (1) representative fixture of each type of plumbing fixture being inspected.

**Space Heating - Sizing** • Heating loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of Air-Conditioning Contractors Association (ACCA) Manual J, S, & D respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure, and provided by the design engineer to the responsible party. Indoor temperatures shall be 70°F for heating, outdoor temperatures shall be the 99.0% design temperatures as published by the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. Installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available. For condensing boilers, plans must specify return water temperature at design conditions. Load sizing calculations must reflect the design; installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available.
Heating loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of ACCA Manual J, S, & D, respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure. Indoor temperatures shall be 70°F for heating, outdoor temperatures shall be the 99.0% design temperature, as published by the ASHRAE Handbook 3) Spaces containing terminal devices (fan coils, PTHPS, unit heaters, VAV boxes) must be inspected following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , including at least one of each unique type.

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab>

Based on the climate zone, the specified heating equipment meets the Prescriptive requirements for efficiency. **PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**

**Space Heating - Type & Efficiency** • Provide Proposed space heating system type, efficiency, capacity, fuel; include number, efficiency and HP of pumps, and whether VFD is specified in the MOTOR section. • If following the Prescriptive Path, based on the climate zone, the specified heating equipment must meet the Prescriptive requirements for efficiency in Table 1, a list of equipment and minimum efficiencies per ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007 Climate Zones. Part load minimum efficiencies listed are only applicable to equipment with capacity modulation. See ASHRAE 189.1-2009, Appendix C, for equipment not listed in Table 1. • The appropriate climate zone for each building site shall be determined by ASHRAE 90.1–2007, Table B-1. Exception: The appropriate climate zone for each building site in California will be determined by Title 24. **Compliance Statement** • All heating systems are consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. 4) The developer or GC shall ensure that deliveries are inspected prior to accepting them to verify that product substitutions by the distributor or manufacturer have not resulted in plumbing fixtures with higher flow rates than those in the Proposed Design or required by the Prescriptive Path

. **Schedule:**

2) Commissioning of the system occurs during pre-construction and construction phases of installation. Inspection, testing, and final commissioning are conducted during the turn over/accpetance phase of the installation of the system. 3) Training shall occur following installation of the system and completion of all quality assurance and verification procedures. 1) The quality assurance and verification procedures occur during the pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of system installation. Refer to the appropriate standards (eg. NFPA) to determine exact timing of inspections.

5) Minimum of one (1) on-site inspection required, preferably immediately after installation so that corrective action can be taken if necessary. Delivery tickets may be used to verify complete shipments but on-site inspections of a sample of installed plumbing fixtures is required.

2) Individual spaces or apartments containing electric or fossil-fuel heating systems shall be inspected and tested following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , including at least one of each unique type. Field Verified By:

Heating The heating and cooling systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 6.4 and 6.5. Date: MM/DD/YY

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0 0

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0 0 **Heating Terminal Units - Electric Resistance or Freeze Protection** 

• Avoidable electric resistance heating should not be specified in apartments or common areas (top of stairwells, vestibules and other common areas). • Supplemental heating systems should be avoided for pipe freeze protection in unconditioned spaces. If specified, their energy consumption must be modeled.

**Heating Distribution - Piping Configuration** • Specifications for distribution system (supply and return) piping configuration, mixing valves, and zoning shall match assumptions made in Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path have been met or exceeded. • All supply/return headers must be designed in a “reverse return” configuration (i.e. first riser supplied is the last returned, etc.) and/or sized based on a water velocity of less than 4 ft/s. Total pressure drop of terminal unit branch piping and fittings between a supply and return riser must be significantly greater than the total pressure drop from the top to the bottom of these risers. Electric resistance space heating not permitted in any space.
In Climates Zones 1 through 6, if the prescriptive Heating SeasonPerformance Factors are met for airsource heat pumps, electric resistance back-up heating is allowed, if programmable thermostats with adaptive recovery technology are installed. N/A **Space Heating Distribution - Supply Fan Power**  • Supply fan power shall be consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model.

**Space Heating - Design Temperatures** • Plans must specify supply and return water temperature at design conditions. • Verify installation of temperature gauges and temperature readings during inspection

. • Verify return water temperature meets design for condensing boiler systems. N/A

**Heating Distribution - Outdoor Air Damper**

• For systems designed with outdoor-air supplied to the heating distribution system, provide motorized dampers that will automatically shut when systems or spaces are not in use. Continuously running ventilation would not be subject to either damper, as they are always in use. **ALL FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS (Including Heat Pumps) Heating Terminal Units - Thermostatic Controls**  • All terminal heating distribution equipment must be separated from the riser or distribution loop by a control valve or terminal distribution pump, so that heated fluid is not delivered to the apartment distribution equipment when there is no call for heat from the apartment thermostats. **Heating Distribution - Pressure Control Set-points** • Although not required, EPA recommends adding a Note requiring heating circulator pressure controls to be adjusted to ensure that: (1) at terminal units furthest from the pump, sufficient GPM is achieved and (2) at terminal units closest to the pump, differential pressure across terminal unit zone valves when closed does not exceed valve manufacturer guidelines. **Space Heating Central Plant - Boiler room location and venting** • Verify location of heating system (e.g., cellar or roof), combustion air venting configuration (e.g., combustion air piped to boilers, boiler room air used for combustion), and venting configuration (e.g., inducer fan specified and sequence of operation verified, if required).

**Heating Distribution - Duct Insulation**

• Heating supply and return ductwork shall be insulated to a minimum R-6 in unconditioned spaces. If following the Prescriptive Path , R-8 is required in unconditioned spaces. **BOILER CONFIGURATION AND HYDRONIC DISTRIBUTION**

**IN-UNIT FORCED AIR HEATING SYSTEMS**

**Heating Distribution - In-Unit Pressure Balancing** • Verify that bedrooms have been provided with any combination of transfer grills, jump ducts, dedicated return ducts, and/or undercut doors to provide pressure-balancing. **Heating Distribution - Duct Sealing Details**

• Call out a preliminary list of duct sealing details to be integrated into the construction documents and inspected must include the following at a minimum. This criteria also applies to heat pump units: a Roof curb penetration has been sealed b. Mastic or other UL-181 compliant material has been applied within temperature range and according to all other manufacturer's requirements at ALL transverse joints and take offs. c. All duct transitional junctions have been sealed with mastic or other UL-181 compliant material. d. Gap between take off duct and gypsum board has been effectively sealed. **Heating Distribution - Flex Duct Installation**

• Verify that all heating ductwork that has been specified as flex duct meets the Sheet Metal Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) installation standards (see Appendix A of the Prescriptive Path or the Performance Path ). **Space Heating - Controls** • System controls and settings shall match operating assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path . At a minimum, controls for central heating systems shall have the capability for outdoor reset of supply water temperature, warm weather shut down and night setback. Individual apartment heating system controls shall have the capability for night setback, which may be provided via a programmable thermostat. • Verify outdoor temperature sensor is functioning properly. • Verify supply temperature is set correctly and sensor is functioning properly. N/A

**Heating System - Combustion Venting**

• Visual inspection of combustion venting system to verify conformance with Proposed Design model, the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path , and appropriate National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards. This criteria also applies to heat pump units. • For gas systems reference NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code). For oil systems reference NFPA 31. **Heating System - Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data** • Obtain and keep documentation on file showing correct field measured refrigerant charge, field measured airflow over condenser coil, field measured airflow over heat exchanger, nameplate efficiency, and nameplate heat exchange capacity consistent with manufacturer’s specifications. **Heating Distribution - Pump Sizing** • Calculations and assumptions for sizing circulating pumps must meet Chapter 43 of the ASHRAE Handbook, HVAC Systems and Equipment or equivalent industry accepted standard and keep with the building file. **Space Heating / DHW - Insulation for Piping** • Piping carrying fluid or steam with temperatures greater than 105°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location for space heating systems to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code.

**Heating Distribution - In-Unit Duct Sizing** • In-unit duct systems shall be designed and installed to effectively meet the heating loads for the spaces served using the Air Conditioning Contractors Association (ACCA) Manuals J, and D ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals , or a substantively equivalent procedure, and provided by the design engineer to the responsible party.

Page 2 of 3**Duct Leakage Summary:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows

**Apartment # Floor #**  **Unit Type (e.g. A, B, C)**  **# of**

**Bedrooms Floor Area**  **CFM25 Total**  **Leakage CFM25 / 100** 

**ft^2**

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#DIV/0! **HEAT ING SYSTEMS MISC**  **Heating Distribution - HVAC Contractor Checklist** • For improved performance, EPA recommends, but does not require compliance with all items of Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes HVAC System Quality Installation Rater and Contractor Checklists , where applicable to forced air heating systems. This criteria also applies to heat pump units. **Heating Distribution - In-Unit Duct Leakage Testing** • Following the procedures outlined in your duct leakage tester operation manual, a one-point test for total duct leakage in the main duct shaft using a calibrated fan measured under depressurization or pressurization is acceptable for this measurement. Per the Prerequisites Checklist the total duct leakage for in-unit systems shall be ≤8 CFM25 per 100 ft^2 conditioned floor area. Final testing occurs after the building is completed: air handlers, ductwork, supply.return registers installed and sealed, and interior drywall finished. Note that non-ducted returns must include the return air pathway in the pressurized testing of the distribution system. • When conducting a duct leakage depressurization test, the flow conditioner and one of the flow rings must always be installed. • Provide a summary of results of any duct leakage or ventilation performance testing; a sample table is provided below. • Ensure duct systems can be physically sealed and pressurized for duct leakage testing. For ventilation systems that utilize an intake duct to the return side of the HVAC system without motorized dampers, GC must provide interior or exterior access to the intake duct so that it can be sealed during testing.

**Space Heating - Training and Manuals**

• Summarize the training performed and personnel involved. Confirm that all applicable operating and specification manuals are delivered to the building staff. Verify that staff members have been trained and are aware of their responsibilities to maintain and operate the systems properly. **Heating Distribution - Thermostat** • Verify all terminal heating distribution equipment serving an apartment shall be controlled by a thermostat(s) within the same apartment.

**Space Heating - Manufacturer's Product Data** • Review manufacturer’s cut sheets or invoice detailing system manufacturer, model, size, and location, (including all space heating systems, e.g. vestibule) and keep with the building file. These should also be used to prove ENERGY STAR qualification and efficiency rating. **Statement of Substantial Completion - HVAC** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion must be completed by a third-party qualified representative on company letter head, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet.

**Comments**

#DIV/0! **% Leakage of Design CFM** 

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**HVAC - COOLING - PROTOCOL 5.2, 5.4** Date:

**Equipment Needed** 1) Mechanical Schedule, relevant floor plans and details 2) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) 100% of centralized primary equipment (i.e. cooling plants) shall be inspected in the quality assurance and verification process.

3) ***PHOTOS REQUIRED*** -Photos of cooling system equipment and faceplates to verify proper installation and compliance with Proposed Design.

**ID DESCRIPTION**  **LOCATION QUANTITY**  **MFR MODEL #**  **AHRI CERT#**  **INPUT**

**(BTU/H) OUTPUT** 

**(BTU/H) EFFICIENCY**  **HORSE POWER**  **(HP) /Watts**  **ENERGY**

**STAR LOCATION** 

(dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

**PROTOCOL PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  The heating and cooling systems must comply with ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Sections 6.4 and 6.5. see below see below

Load sizing calculations must reflect the design; installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available.
Cooling loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of ACCA Manual J, S, & D, 0 0

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0

0 0

0 0 **Space Cooling - Sizing** • Cooling loads shall be calculated, equipment capacity shall be selected, and duct systems shall be sized according to the latest editions of Air-Conditioning Contractors Association (ACCA) Manual J, S, & D respectively, ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals, or a substantively equivalent procedure, and provided by the design engineer to the responsible party. Indoor temperatures shall be 75°F for cooling, outdoor temperatures shall be the 1.0% design temperatures as published by the ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals. Installed capacity cannot exceed design by more than 20%, except when smaller sizes are not available. 2) Commissioning of the system occurs during pre-construction and construction phases of installation. Inspection, testing, and commissioning are conducted during the turn of over/acceptance phase of the installation system. **Schedule:**

2) Spaces containing terminal devices (fan coils, PTHPS, VAV boxes) must be inspected following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , including at least one of each unique type. Field Verified By:

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS** 3) Training shall occur following installation of the system and completion of all quality assurance and verification procedures. 1) The quality assurance and verification procedures occur during the pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of system installation. Refer to the appropriate standards (eg. NFPA) to determine exact timing of inspections.

**Compliance Statement** • All cooling systems are consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. MM/DD/YY

**CHILLED WATER AND CONDENSER WATER SYSTEMS**

**MODELING INPUTS**

**Cooling Distribution - Piping Configuration** • Verification procedures must confirm that the system meets the specifications and performs according to the assumptions in the Proposed Design model of the project or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path . A commissioning agent can be hired to complete this inspection and verification or the Partner may be able to perform them. • All supply/return headers must be designed in a “reverse return” configuration (i.e. first riser supplied is the last returned, etc.) and/or sized based on a water velocity of less than 4 ft/s. Total pressure drop of terminal unit branch piping and fittings between a supply and return riser must be significantly greater than the total pressure drop from the top to the bottom of these risers. **Space Cooling - Type and Efficiency** • Specifications for the cooling system type, location and efficiency shall match the assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

. • The appropriate climate zone for each building site shall be determined by ASHRAE 90.1–2007, Table B-1. Exception: The appropriate climate zone for each building site in California will be determined by Title 24. • See Table 1 for list of equipment and minimum efficiencies per ASHRAE 90.1 – 2007 Climate Zones. Part load minimum efficiencies listed are only applicable to equipment with capacity modulation. See ASHRAE 189.1- 2009, Appendix C, for equipment not listed in Table 1.

**Space Cooling - Controls** • System controls and settings shall match operating assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

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**Cooling Distribution - Pump Sizing** • Calculations and assumptions for sizing circulating pumps must meet Chapter 43 of the ASHRAE Handbook, HVAC Systems and Equipment or equivalent industry accepted standard and keep with the building file. **Space Cooling Distribution - Supply Fan Power** • Supply fan power shall be consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model.

Page 1 of 6**Duct Leakage Summary:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows

**Apartment # Floor #**  **Unit Type (e.g. A, B, C)**  **# of**

**Bedrooms Floor** 

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**Cooling - Training and Manuals**

• Summarize the training performed and personnel involved. Confirm that all applicable operating and specification manuals are delivered to the building staff. Verify that staff members have been trained and are aware of their responsibilities to maintain and operate the systems properly. **Cooling System - Refrigerant Charge, Airflow and Nameplate Data** • Obtain and keep documentation on file showing correct field measured refrigerant charge, field measured airflow over evaporator coil, nameplate efficiency, and nameplate heat exchange capacity consistent with manufacturer’s specifications. **COOLING SYSTEMS MISC**

**Cooling Distribution - Thermostat** • Verify all terminal cooling distribution equipment serving an apartment shall be controlled by a thermostat(s) within the same apartment. **Cooling - A/C Sleeves**

• If installing sleeves for through-wall AC units, insulated covers (R-7 or higher) must be provided by the building for use during heating season and when AC units are not installed. **Cooling System - Outdoor Air Damper** • For systems designed with outdoor-air supplied to the cooling distribution system, provide motorized dampers that will automatically shut when systems or spaces are not in use. Continuously running ventilation would not be subject to either damper, as they are always in use.

**Cooling Distribution - In-Unit Duct Leakage Testing** • Following the procedures outlined in your duct leakage tester operation manual, a one-point test for total duct leakage in the main duct shaft using a calibrated fan measured under depressurization or pressurization is acceptable for this measurement. Per the Prerequisites Checklist, the total duct leakage for in-unit systems shall be ≤8 CFM25 per 100 ft 2 of conditioned floor area. Final testing occurs after the building is completed: air handlers, ductwork, supply.return registers installed and sealed, and interior drywall finished. Note that nonducted returns must include the return air pathway in the pressurized testing of the distribution system. This criteria also applies to heat pump units. • When conducting a duct leakage depressurization test, the flow conditioner and one of the flow rings must always be installed. • Provide a summary of results of any duct leakage or ventilation performance testing; a sample table is provided below. • Ensure duct systems can be physically sealed and pressurized for duct leakage testing. For ventilation systems that utilize an intake duct to the return side of the HVAC system without motorized dampers, GC must provide interior or exterior access to the intake duct so that it can be sealed during testing. **Cooling System - HVAC Contractor Checklist** • For improved performance, EPA recommends, but does not require compliance with all items of Version 3.0 of the ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes HVAC System Quality Installation Rater and Contractor Checklists , where applicable to forced air heating systems. This criteria also applies to heat pumps. **Cooling Distribution - Duct Insulation** • Verify cooling supply/return ductwork shall be insulated to a minimum R-6 for unconditioned spaces (R-8 is required in unconditioned spaces, if following the Prescriptive Path). **Cooling Distribution System - In-Unit Duct Sizing** • In-unit duct systems shall be designed and installed to effectively meet the cooling loads for the spaces served using the Air Conditioning Contractors Association (ACCA) Manuals J and D ASHRAE 2009 Handbook of Fundamentals , or a substantively equivalent procedure, and provided by the design engineer to the responsible party.

**Cooling Distribution - Duct Sealing Details** • Call out a preliminary list of duct sealing details to be integrated into the construction documents and inspected must include the following at a minimum: a Roof curb penetration has been sealed b. Mastic or other UL-181 compliant material has been applied within temperature range and according to all other manufacturer's requirements at ALL transverse joints and take offs. c. All duct transitional junctions have been sealed with mastic or other UL-181 compliant material. d. Gap between take off duct and gypsum board has been effectively sealed. **Cooling Terminal Units - Thermostatic Controls** • Verify all terminal cooling distribution equipment must be separated from the riser or distribution loop by a control valve or terminal distribution pump, so that cooled fluid is not delivered to the apartment distribution equipment when there is no call for cooling from the apartment thermostats. **Cooling Distribution - Pipe Insulation** • Piping carrying fluid with temperatures less than 60°F, must have a minimum of 1” of insulation. Pipes over 1.5” in diameter must have a minimum of 1.5” of insulation. Construction documents shall specify that the piping must be inspected before access is covered up. Extent and location to be determined by ASHRAE 90.1- 2007 Section 6.4.4.1.3 or local code.

**Cooling Distribution System - In-Unit Pressure Balancing** • Verify that bedrooms have been provided with any combination of transfer grills, jump ducts, dedicated return ducts, and/or undercut doors to provide pressure-balancing. **ALL FORCED AIR COOLING SYSTEMS (Including heat pumps, split system ACs, PTACs and room ACs) Cooling Distribution - Airflow and Nameplate Data**  • Obtain and keep documentation on file showing correct field measured airflow over evaporator coil, nameplate efficiency, and nameplate heat exchange capacity consistent with manufacturer’s specifications.

**Cooling Distribution - Flex Duct Installation** • Verify that all cooling ductwork that has been specified as flex duct meets the Sheet Metal Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA) installation standards (see Appendix A of the Prescriptive Path or the Performance Path ).

**Statement of Substantial Completion - HVAC** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. For HVAC protocols, a Statement of Substantial Completion must be completed by a third-party qualified representative on company letter head, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**LIGHTING - COMMON AREA, IN-UNIT, OUTDOOR & EMERGENCY LIGHTING - PROTOCOL 6.1-6.3** Date: Field Verified By: MM/DD/YY

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Lighting Schedule (with fixture type and lamp wattage) 2) Modeler's Lighting Schedule from Performance Path Calculator 3) Floor Plans (with fixture locations) 4) Contractor Submittals 6) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:**

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

**LIGHT FIXTURE SCHEDULE:** (copy columns from Interior Lighting worksheet in Performance Path Calculator file, Prescriptive Path projects may choose to use that worksheet for LPD calculations, insert rows as necessary)

FIXTURE CODE FIXTURE TYPE WATTS/FIXT URE LUMENS/FIXTURE ENERGY STAR? (Y/N) 24/7? QUANTI TY **LOCATION**

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**COMMON AREA:** (copy columns from Interior Lighting worksheet in Performance Path Calculator file, Prescriptive Path projects may choose to use that worksheet for LPD calculations, insert rows as necessary) GENERAL LOCATION 1) Begin lighting inspections as early in the construction process as possible. Verify make, manufacturer, ENERGY STAR qualification, and rated wattage upon delivery or when lighting installations commence or during construction if earlier access (before ceiling closure) is needed to check circuiting layouts (e.g. for day lighting control). This will allow time for corrections before all of the fixtures have been installed. 2) If possible, ask to have a sample installation completed for verification and testing before the electrician proceeds with all installations.

-Take a photo of one sample of each fixture type with ENERGY STAR qualification affixed, where applicable. - Photographs of CFLs must show they are pin based. - Take a photo of each type of lighting control specified for each unique space (motion sensors, timers, and daylight sensors) . - If there are sensors in the stairwell and corridor, provide representative photo of each space and clearly label their location. - Provide photo showing bi-level lighting is installed (half the lamps on in a fixture, or all fixtures dimmed) - Exterior lighting with timers, provide a photo of the controls and provide lighting schedule that demonstrates hours of operation. - To document daylight sensor performance, take one photo showing the light fixture is off during the day and another photo showing the fixture is on when the daylight sensor is covered. 1) Inspect 100% of unique common areas (basements, lobbies) with 24/7 lighting and follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols for similar, or repetitive spaces (stairwells, corridors, trash chute rooms, etc.).

**3) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

At a minimum, interior lighting must be designed to meet light levels (footcandles) by space type as recommended by the Illumination Engineering Society (IESNA) Lighting Handbook, 9th edition. Values for commonly used spaces are listed in the Prescriptive Path. For senior housing, minimum illumination requirements may follow recommendations in IESNA’s 2007 Lighting and the Visual Environment for Senior Living. See Appendix B of the Prescriptive Path to determine lamp lumens. **PATH REQUIREMENT**

**INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) 2) For all other spaces with non-24/7 lighting (apartments, storage rooms, mechanical rooms, etc.) follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols . This shall include, at a minimum, one representative apartment from each floor.

MANUFACTURE/MODEL **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) **Lighting Power Density** • Include a schedule with manufacturer, model, total wattage, bulb type, control, location, and quantity of each type of lighting fixture. • Include location of fixtures on plans. • Type and wattage of fixtures and lamps on lighting schedule, specifications, and submittals shall match modeled power density in Proposed Design. • Assemble documentation from plans, specs and submittals. • Verify assumptions in the Proposed Design model or ensure that all of the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path have been met. • Determine power density of each space by calculating the luminaire wattage as indicated in ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Section 9.1.4. ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Section 9.1.4a, requires that fixture wattage be calculated using the maximum labeled wattage of the fix ture. EPA will allow light fixtures to be calculated based on the installed wattage of the lamps. Ex: A fixture with a 13 W screw-in CFL can be calculated as 13 W, plus any associated ballast power. See Appendix B of Performance or Prescriptive Path to determine input power. • For spaces where installed light fixtures do not meet illumination requirements and occupants are expected to provide supplemental lighting (ie. bedrooms, living rooms), assume the installed light fixture can illuminate at most 3 ft2 per Watt installed. • If following the Prescriptive Path , when calculating overall lighting power density, use 1.1 W/ft2 for spaces where lighting is not installed. • If following the Performance Path , verify that total installed lighting power for the combined non-apartment spaces does not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2007 allowances for those combined spaces by more than 20%. If following the Prescriptive Path , verify that total installed lighting power for the combined non-apartment spaces does not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 allowances for those combined spaces. Also, verify that the total specified exterior lighting power does not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 allowances.

Page 1 of 4**FLOOR SQUARE FOOTAGE**  **ROOM NAME ASHRAE SPACE**  **TYPE INSTALLED**  **QUANTITY FIXTURE** 

**CODE (A, B, C, ETC.)**  **FIXTURE**

**INSTALLED WATTAGE**  **FLOOR**

**MULTIP LIER**  **TOTAL INSTALLED**

**WATTAGE LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  #N/A #N/A

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**FLOOR SQUARE FOOTAGE**  **INSTALLED QUANTITY**  **FIXTURE**

**CODE (A, B, C, ETC.)**  **FIXTURE**

**INSTALLED WATTAGE**  **NUMBE**

**R OF SUCH**  **ROOM S IN**  **THE TOTAL INSTALLED** 

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**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

**ROOM NAME**

Common Space

All non-apartment spaces, except those where automatic shutoff would endanger the safety of occupants, must have occupancy sensors or automatic bi-level lighting controls. Automatic controls must be specified for spaces intended for 24-hour operation such as corridors and stairwells. **Lighting Controls - Verification** • Specify operational sensitivity settings (adjust so lights turn on when occupant enters controlled area, but remain off while unoccupied, i.e. unaffected by HVAC and VAV systems, etc.) and shut-off delay period (5 minutes or owner preference). • Specify power settings (as low as possible while still meeting any code requirements). • Include type and count of controls and associated fixtures in lighting schedule. • Note all locations of sensors on plans, and indicate which fixtures each sensor controls. • Check location of control types for conformance/deviation and count total number of controls in that space. • Confirm that each control type is operable: • For occupancy sensors, step in and out of the zone, check for blind spots • For timers, set timer to current time and confirm control of fixture. • For photocells, cover or black-out photocell and confirm control of fixture. • For day lighting controls, dim or black-out location to observe change in fixture light level. • For occupancy dimmers, check lower power limit and on-time settings. Fixture Count

Apartments

0 **PATH REQUIREMENT PROPOSED ERM**  Exterior **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

**INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

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**Lighting - Statement of Substantial Completion - Non 24/7 Spaces** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy must be used to establish completion of the work associated in all spaces with lighting not operating 24/7 associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet. **Lighting - Ballasts** • Fixtures specified with electronic ballasts must be confirmed in the field using an electronic ballast tester. **Garage Lighting** • Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation including types of fix tures, wattages of lamps, etc. • Check location of control types for conformance/deviation. • Confirm that each control type is operable, see above for detailed instructions. **Common Area Lighting - LPD** • Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation including types of fix tures, wattages of lamps, etc.

**In-Unit Lighting**

• Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation including types of fix tures, wattages of lamps, etc. • Collect manufacturer and model data to verify lighting system is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. • Take a photo of one sample of each fixture type with ENERGY STAR qualification affixed, where applicable. • Collect submittals/invoices for each unique fix ture type showing ENERGY STAR qualification (where applicable) and wattage. <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0 **Emergency Lighting - Exit Signs** • All exit signs shall be specified as LED (not to exceed 5W per face) or photo-luminescent and shall conform to local building code. • Fixtures located above stairwell doors and other forms of egress shall contain a battery back-up feature. All exit signs shall be specified as LED(not to exceed 5W per face) or photoluminescent and shall conform to local building code; fixtures located above stairwell doors and other forms of egress shall contain a battery back-up feature. **Common Area Lighting - ENERGY STAR** • Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation with ENERGY STAR qualification, where applicable.

• Collect manufacturer and model data to verify lighting system is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. • Take a photo of one sample of each fixture type with ENERGY STAR qualification affixed, where applicable. • Collect submittals/invoices for each unique fix ture type showing ENERGY STAR qualification (where applicable) and wattage.

**Exterior Lighting - ENERGY STAR** • Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation with ENEGY STAR qualification, where applicable. • Collect manufacturer and model data to verify lighting system is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

. • Take a photo of one sample of each fixture type with ENERGY STAR qualification affixed, where applicable. • Collect submittals/invoices for each unique fix ture type showing ENERGY STAR qualification (where applicable) and wattage. 0 0

**Exterior Lighting - Controls** • Include type and count of controls and associated fixtures in lighting schedule. • Note all locations of sensors on plans, and indicate which fixtures each sensor controls. • Check location of control types for conformance/deviation. • Confirm that each control type is operable, see above for detailed instructions. • For timers, set timer to current time and confirm control of fixture. • For photocells, cover or black-out photocell and confirm control of fixture.

Total specified exterior lighting power cannot exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 allowances.

0 <Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab>

Total specified lighting power for the combined non-apartment spaces must not exceed ASHRAE 90.1-2010 allowances for those combined spaces.
Lighting power densities and allowances must be determined using ASHRAE 90.1-2010, Table 9.5.1 or Table 9.6.1. For senior living, an increase in lighting power densities and allowances corresponding to the increase in footcandles, is permitted.
If following the Prescriptive Path, when calculating overall lighting power density, use 1.1 W/ft2 for spaces where lighting is not installed. 0

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Fixtures must include automatic switching on timers or photocell controls except fixtures intended for 24- hour operation, required for security, or located on apartment balconies. 0 0

**Exterior Lighting - LPD (Prescriptive Path)**  • Check quantity, locations, unit specifications for conformance/deviation including types of fix tures, wattages of lamps, etc.

Page 3 of 4**Lighting - Statement of Substantial Completion - 24/7 Spaces**

• A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of all other work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**HVAC - MOTORS - PROTOCOL 7.1**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Commissioning Report 2) Mechanical Schedule and Floor Plans 3) Camera
**Sampling Requirements:** 1) 100% of motors over 1 HP and all those servicing primary HVAC equipment (e.g. heating/cooling plants, domestic water heating systems, etc.) shall be inspected in the quality assurance and verification process. 2) ***PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**ID DESCRIPTION**  **LOCATION QUANTITY**  **MFR MODEL #**  **HORSEPOW ER (HP)**  **ENERGY STAR**

**/ NEMA PREMIUM**  **LOCATION**

(dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.)

**PROTOCOL PATH REQUIREMENT**  **PROPOSED ERM**  **ENERGY**

**MODEL LOCATION**  (dwg/spec)**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) 0 0

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0 0 - Photograph faceplate; and NEMA Premium label (if applicable) of one representative motor of each size. Given the number of motors and pumps in any given building make sure to clearly identify location and use of each motor represented. 3) Commissioning is conducted upon completion of the installation of the system.

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**

**Cooling Distribution - Motors** • Confirm manufacturer and model number is **NEMA Premium**  ***** labeled and/or complies with minimum performance criteria established by that program. All three-phase pump motors 1 horsepower or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available.
Motors 5 horse-power or larger for circulating pumps serving hydronic cooling systems must be specified with variable frequency drives.
Cooling tower fan motors must be equipped with VFD controlled by a temperature sensor on the condenser water supply pipe.All three-phase pump motors 1 horsepower or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available.
Motors 5 horse-power or larger for circulating pumps serving hydronic heating systems must be specified with variable frequency drives. 4) Training shall occur following installation of the system and completion of all quality assurance and verification procedures.

**Motors- Manufacturer's Product Data**

• Review manufacturer’s cut sheets or invoice verifying motor size and efficiency. • All three-phase pump motors 1 horse-power or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for **NEMA PremiumTM**  motors. Note: Motors that are packaged as an integral component of mechanical equipment, as well as motors in fire and fresh water booster pumps are exempt from this requirement. • If following the Prescriptive Path
, Motors 5 horse-power or larger for circulating pumps serving hydronic heating or cooling systems must be specified with variable frequency drives. • Motor size, type, design, and rated efficiency shall match assumptions made in the Proposed Design model or meet or exceed the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

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**Motor Schedule:** Record manufacturer and model number of all non-ventilation motors over 1 HP (ventilation motors are covered in the ventilation section, Protocol 8.2 - Common Area and In-Unit Ventilation (CFM), Intake Source, and Intake/Exhaust Fan Efficiency). 1) The developer or GC shall ensure that deliveries are inspected prior to accepting them to verify that product substitutions by the distributor or manufacturer have not resulted in motors with lower efficiencies than those in the Proposed Design.

**DHW Distribution - Motors** • Confirm manufacturer and model number is **NEMA Premium**  * labeled and/or complies with minimum performance criteria established by that program. **Heating Distribution - Motors** • Confirm manufacturer and model number is **NEMA Premium**  ***** labeled and/or complies with minimum performance criteria established by that program. **PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS** 2) Minimum of one on-site inspection required, preferably immediately after installation so that corrective action can be taken if necessary. Delivery tickets may be used to verify complete shipments but on-site inspections of a sample of installed motors is required.

*Many motors are NEMA labeled and this label alone, does not ensure that a motor is energy-efficient. This requirement refers specifically to the NEMA Premium energy efficient motors program. Product specifications for NEMA Premium Motors may be found at http://www.nema.org/stds/complimentary-docs/upload/MG1premium.pdf. Motors for fire pumps and booster pumps are exempt from this requirement. **Motors - Training and Manuals**

• Summarize the training performed and personnel involved. Confirm that all applicable operating and specification manuals are delivered to the building staff. Verify that staff members have been trained and are aware of their responsibilities to maintain and operate the systems properly. **Statement of Substantial Completion** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet.All three-phase pump motors 1 horsepower or larger shall meet or exceed efficiency standards for NEMA PremiumTM motors, where available. Field Verified By: MM/DD/YY Date:

**Schedule:**

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**ENVELOPE - EXTERIOR AIR BARRIER - PROTOCOL 3.1 & 8.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Floor Plans 4) Relevant Wall and Window Sections and Details
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc) Air Barrier Component Fluid applied air barrier membrane

Self-adhering air barrier membrane **General Exterior Enclosure:** • The construction drawings and specifications must clearly identify systems that manage the flow of rainwater (e.g. cladding, air gap and weather resistant barrier), heat (insulation) and air (air barriers) through the exterior enclosure. Continuity of these three systems must be shown in section, plan and details. Typical sections must show continuity from the center of the roof assembly, down the walls and fenestration, to the center of the foundation floor. Submittal of shop drawings detailing continuity of these systems and installer qualifications must be required in the specifications. • Exterior enclosure assemblies must be designed and constructed to prevent condensation within the assemblies during heating mode, cooling mode or both as the climate dictates. Assemblies may be drawn from published guidance documents that include hygro-thermal performance analysis. Alternatively assemblies should pass year – long, hourly hygro-thermal simulations conducted in accordance with ASHRAE 160P. 3) Pre-drywall visual inspection of penetrations 4) Sample apartment inspection and blower door test

**WALL TYPE:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows 3) For elements that provide central services to the building (i.e. entry doors, central duct chases, utility service penetrations, etc.) a minimum 50% sample shall be inspected. For elements that are repeated throughout the building or occur in every living unit (i.e. windows, wall/floor connections, air conditioner sleeves, etc.) follow RESNET sampling protocol. If problems are identified, additional units must be inspected to determine if the problems are systemic so an appropriate repair order can be issued. 4) Documentation of post-repair conditions is required for correction of problems that represent large surface areas (greater than 50 square feet) and/or systemic problems (e.g. all corner units are insulated improperly). On-site inspection to verify corrections is preferable, but if this is not possible/practical due to construction schedules, photographic documentation of repairs submitted to the responsible party by the GC are an acceptable alternative. **5) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**Exterior Enclosure Air barriers:** • Bid and contract documents must demonstrate a continuous, unbroken air barrier separating the conditioned space of the building from the exterior, unconditioned spaces within the building, mechanical rooms vented with conditioned air, mechanical chases opening to unconditioned spaces, elevator shafts and garages or other vehicle/equipment storage facilities. All air barrier materials must be compatible with other air barrier elements to which they connect. • Bid and contract documents must include detailed information that shows the air barrier continuity through the various conditions of the exterior enclosure (e.g., transitions between dissimilar materials and penetrations) and that serves as an index to relevant details. • Include list of elements to be sealed in construction documents. List must include all elements identified in ASHRAE 90.1-2007, Section 5.4.3.1, or applicable state code, all elements listed in the Prerequisites Checklist, and any additional site-specific elements identified during plan review that shall be addressed to ensure air leakage in the exterior building envelope is effectively controlled. Bid and contract documents must include locations to be sealed as well as acceptable methods and materials. • When feasible all air barriers membranes and accessories (transition membranes, flashing membranes, mastics, sealants, primers and tapes) will be from the same manufacturer. When products from a variety of manufacturers are used, a letter must be obtained from at least one manufacturer of the products in contact stating the materials proposed for use are permanently chemically compatible and adhesively compatible with adjacent materials proposed for use. Gaps and joints must be primed and sealed with transition membrane, tape or sealant that is rated to withstand the thermal and structural deflection calculated for the joint in question. For joints that are anticipated to have more than 1⁄2” deflection, special details are needed to allow flexibility. • Gaps and joints must be primed and sealed with transition membrane, tape or 1) Each unique wall assembly shall be inspected. (For example: if the basement walls are constructed differently from the upper floors, both areas must be inspected independently; also, if insulation specifications are different for living areas vs. common areas or other special use areas, each different specification shall be inspected independently.) Date: MM/DD/YY

6) Final inspection and testing of apartments post completion 2) Load-bearing wall and slab-edge/rim-joist inspection: air/vapor/weather barrier prior to enclosure This process begins with the construction documentation. A minimum of 3-5 site visits are recommended to properly inspect air sealing details. Each exterior, common area and in-unit element on the air sealing checklists must be inspected at each of the following stages to ensure use of proper materials and complete seals exist for each juncture or penetration: 1) Window/Wall Mock Up Inspection (If applicable)

5) Post-correction testing of sample apartment

2) Sampling may be used to inspect wall assemblies that are consistent throughout large sections of the building. Inspections done from the exterior shall sample at least 15% of each wall area. For inspections done from interior spaces, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols , for each unique wall type. In addition, the sample set must include, at a minimum, all unique assemblies. If problems are found in the sample set, additional inspections must be conducted to determine the full extent of the problems and to ensure that repairs are completed in all areas of the building where they are needed.

Provide one representative photograph of continuous air barrier at all types of typical joints, junctions, and general coverage areas to include the following at a minimum: 5a) Inspected from the exterior: Areas with liquid-applied membranes showing appropriate thickness; AC openings; Windows, Door openings, and Door frame; Transition between wall and roof barrier; Transition between wall and foundation barrier; Plank/Slab Edge (Masonry and Steel Construction) or Rim Joist (Wood Framed Construction) 5b) Inspected from the interior: Rough openings to windows and doors, AC openings

Page 1 of 3Mechanically attached air barrier membrane

Board stock air barrier

Spray applied polyurethane insulation

Gypsum board, CMU or foam board substrate

Sealants

Primer

Mastic

Transition membrane

Tapes

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc) **Compliance Statement**  • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path.

All air barrier materials must be compatible with other air barrier elements to which they connect.

**General Coverage - Liquid Membrane**

• Verify proper thickness of liquid-applied membranes using a wet mil gauge; at a minimum, substrate must not be visible. **PATH REQUIREMENT**

**Rough Openings - Pipes, Conduits, Ducts, Etc.**

• Gaps shall be filled with backer rod as necessary and sealant compatible with all surfaces (Where smooth surfaces are present, mechanical gasket seals can be used). EPA recommends using a minimum 20 year sealant.

**Rough Openings - Gap at Window Frames** • Gaps between window frame (header, jambs, sill) and rough opening shall be sealed on the interior with backer rod as necessary and sealant that is compatible with all surfaces applied to. EPA recommends using a minimum 20 year sealant. **Wood-Framed Construction** • For wood-framed construction, Version 3.0 of the E NERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Enclosure Rater Checklist must be followed in addition to all applicable T&V Protocols. **Masonry Wall Preparation**

• Gaps are filled, Joints struck, CMU is dry, all snags are gone. The building plans shall demonstrate a continuous, unbroken air barrier separating the conditioned space of the building from the exterior, unconditioned spaces within the building, commercial spaces, mechanical rooms vented with unconditioned air, mechanical chases opening to unconditioned spaces, elevator shafts, and garages or other vehicle/equipment storage facilities.

**Gypsum Board Sheathing Wall Preperation** • Gaps and joints primed and sealed with appropriate transition membrane or tape that is rated to withstand the thermal and structural deflection calculated for the joint in question • Edges of transition membrane or tape (termination seams) sealed with compatible sealant where not sealed by liquid membrane • Air barrier applied in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

**General Coverage / Transition Membrane - Seams** • All transition membranes should be installed and sealed before insulation is installed on top. Seams shall be sealed per manufacturer’s instructions.

**Rough Openings (Concrete Masonry Construction) - Windows and Doors**

• Liquid air barrier shall wrap in at masonry rough openings to be flush with inside edge of window or door frame. • Sheet membrane or metal panel enclosure can be used as alternative as long as it is clear the air barrier is continuous and any gaps are sealed per manufacturer’s instructions with backer rod as necessary. **General Coverage at Adjacent Building Conditions - Liquid Membrane** • Where unable to install air barrier on the exterior of the building, a low VOC product shall be installed on the interior at full height (top of plank to bottom of plank at each floor). This shall happen before any interior framing is installed.

**Rough Openings (Steel Stud Construction) - Windows and Doors** • Rough opening must be wrapped with sheet membrane all the way inside to be flush with inside edge. **Air Barrier Penetrations** • Post air barrier penetrations shall be sealed per air barrier manufacturer’s requirement. Transition membranes shall be used to patch as necessary with seams sealed appropriately.

**Plank Edges (Steel Stud Construction) - At plank / exterior sheathing joint** • Transition Membrane must be installed over top spanning the sheathing / plank edge joint creating a bellows with backer rod • All termination seams must be sealed with compatible sealant. EPA recommends using a minimum 20 year sealant. **Rough Openings - Cast Stone Sills**

• Cast stone sill shall be sealed to sill pan. EPA recommends using minimum 20 year compatible sealant where not sealed by grout.

**Rough Openings - Gap at Exterior Door Frames** • Gaps between door frame (header, jambs, threshold) and rough opening shall be sealed on the interior with backer rod as necessary and sealant that is compatible with all surfaces applied to. EPA recommends using a minimum 20 **Rough Openings - A/C Sleeves** • Gaps between A/C sleeves and rough openings to be sealed on the interior with backer rod as necessary and sealant that is compatible with all surfaces applied to. EPA recommends using a minimum 20 year sealant. Insulated interior cover

Page 2 of 3**Steel Columns - Steel / CMU / Exterior Sheathing Joints**

• If allowed by local code, EPA suggests gaps shall be filled with backer rod as necessary and minimum 20 year sealant that is compatible with all surfaces applied to. Alternatively a transition membrane can be installed over top spanning the entire steel column, extending 3" beyond each edge of the column and adhered to the substrate per manufacturer's recommendations. **Plank Edges - At plank / steel girder joint** • Through wall flashing must be draped from above to completely cover this joint and the entire face of the girder and sealed to the shelf angle. • This can be sealed with a transition membrane from the interior underside of the plank if the girder is solid and is allowed by local code.

**Wa ll to Roof Connections**  • Liquid air barrier must be brought up over grout edge part of roof plank and shall be sealed over the plank / grout joint **Plank Edges (Concrete Masonry Construction) - At plank / CMU joint** • Option 1 - If gap is greater than 1/4", Transition Membrane must be used to seal the gap with minimum 3" overlap • Option 2 - If gap is less than 1/4", Liquid Membrane can be used to seal the gap • Option 3 - When shelf angles are to be installed, through wall flashing must be draped from above to completely cover the joints at top and bottom edges of the plank and sealed to the shelf angle. The Liquid Membrane shall be applied up to and continuing on the underside of the shelf angle to achieve continuity.

**Other** • Use this worksheet to identify areas to be inspected based on building geometry, construction, location of mechanicals and building utilities, etc. The list is not exhaustive and the responsible party must still review building plans and field conditions to identify additional leakage sources to be sealed. **Transition between foundations and walls** • Through wall flashing must be draped from above to completely cover this joint and adhered to the face of the foundation wall. • This can be sealed with a transition membrane from the interior underside of the plank if the girder is solid and is allowed by local code. **Transition between one wall type and another** • Gaps and joints primed and sealed with appropriate transition membrane or tape that is rated to withstand the thermal and structural deflection calculated for the joint in question • Edges of transition membrane or tape (termination seams) sealed with compatible sealant where not sealed by liquid membrane • All termination seams must be sealed with minimum 20-year compatible sealant.

**Transition at inside and outside corners** • Gaps and joints primed and sealed with appropriate transition membrane or tape that is rated to withstand the thermal and structural deflection calculated for the joint in question • Edges of transition membrane or tape (termination seams) sealed with compatible sealant where not sealed by liquid membrane • All termination seams must be sealed with minimum 20-year compatible sealant.

**Transition between exterior enclosure and interior walls, floors and ceilings that bound non-conditioned spaces (e.g. garages, some mechanical rooms,**  **vented attics, vented crawlspaces)**

**•** At these transitions the rain water control elements remain as part of the exterior enclosure while the insulation, air barrier and condensation control functions connect to the interior walls, floors and ceilings.

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**INFILTRATION - COMPARTMENTALIZATION - PROTOCOL 8.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Floor Plans and Relevant Details

**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) 5) Post-correction testing of sample apartment 1) Window/Wall Mock Up Inspection (If applicable) 2) Load-bearing wall and slab-edge/rim-joist inspection: air/vapor/weather barrier prior to enclosure

6) Final inspection and testing of apartments post completion

• Walls, ceilings and floors that separate each apartment from neighboring apartments, corridors, common space, trash chutes, utility chases and trenches, upper floor, lower floors, stairwells and elevator shafts must be air sealed to form a continuous air barrier surrounding the apartment and connecting to the exterior enclosure air barrier system. • As with the exterior air barrier, the compartmentalization air barrier bid and contract documents shall demonstrate a continuous, unbroken air barrier separating each apartment from surrounding spaces. Air barrier materials and accessories shall be clearly identified in section, plan and details. 3) During construction, apartment units must be visually inspected prior to drywall and upon final completion following RESNET sampling protocol. The sample set shall be representative of the variety of apartment types in the building, including: end/corner units and inside units; top-floor, middle-floor, bottom-floor units; and at least one unit of each size/type (i.e., studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, etc.). 1) For elements that provide central services to the building (i.e. entry doors, central duct chases, utility service penetrations, etc.) a minimum 50% sample shall be inspected. For elements that are repeated throughout the building or occur in every living unit (i.e. windows, wall/floor connections, air conditioner sleeves, etc.) follow RESNET sampling protocol. If problems are identified, additional units must be inspected to determine if the problems are systemic so an appropriate repair order can be issued.

**4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**Heating pipe penetrations through exterior walls** 2) One sample apartment will be inspected and tested to ensure air sealing details are correct before building-wide installations continue.

**Compliance Statement** • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. Date: MM/DD/YY

Provide one representative photograph of continuous air barrier at all types of typical joints, junctions, and general coverage areas. Include the following at a minimum: This process begins with the construction documentation. A minimum of 3-5 site visits are recommended to properly inspect air sealing details. Each exterior, common area and in-unit element on the air sealing checklists must be inspected at each of the following stages to ensure use of proper materials and complete seals exist for each juncture or penetration:

3) Pre-drywall visual inspection of penetrations 4) Sample apartment inspection and blower door test

5a) Inspected from the interior: Window to interior gypsum board, Air conditioner sleeve sealed to drywall (cover is installed if ACs provided by building), Outlet/Electrical Box - Exterior and Demising Walls, Heating pipe penetrations through exterior walls, Heating pipe penetrations through interior partitions, Plumbing / Sprinkler Pipe Penetrations, Range Gas Line Penetration, Gypsum board to concrete ceiling plank connection - Exterior walls and all interior partition walls, Gap between take off duct and gypsum board, Electrical Panel, HVAC Access Doors, Thermostats, Intercoms, Lighting Fixtures, Door Latch Hole, Medicine Cabinet

**Sample Unit - Visual Inspection** • The developer shall set up at least two sample units with both exterior enclosure and apartment compartmentalization air sealing details completed for initial inspection. The units shall include a corner unit and a middle unit. All air sealing details must be open to inspection – visible from the interior or exterior of the building. The sample unit inspection will be used to identify problems with the exterior enclosure air sealing approach and apartment compartmentalization before building-wide construction and air sealing of apartments is completed. The inspection may be spread over more than a single visit to accommodate schedules but all air sealing details must be inspected. The sample units shall be used for Preliminary Fan Pressure Testing. **Inspect framing layout for interior demising (common) walls and interior partitions to ensure:** • Demising wall air barrier (e.g. sealed gypsum board or coated CMU) extends completely to all adjacent walls and is connected in an air tight way to the exterior enclosure air barriers. • Demising wall air barrier (e.g. sealed gypsum board or coated CMU) extends completely to ceiling plank (or other solid ceiling material) where drop ceilings are present.

**Window to interior gypsum board Gypsum board to concrete ceiling plank connection**  • Exterior walls and all interior partition walls

**Outlet/Electrical Box - Exterior and Demising Walls Gypsum board to concrete floor plank connection**  • Exterior walls and all interior partition walls **A/C Sleeve Cover (if A/Cs provided by building)**

• Verify that insulated covers for through-wall AC units have been provided by the building for use during heating season and when AC units are not installed. Ensure the cover is equipped with a gasket so when installed it will have an airtight seal against the drywall. As an alternative to a gasket, sealant may be used but will have to be resealed each time it is installed.

**Air conditioner sleeve sealed to drywall**

**Heating pipe penetrations through interior partitions**
**Plumbing / Sprinkler Pipe Penetrations**
**Range Gas Line Penetration**
**Gap between take off duct and gypsum board**

Page 1 of 2**HVAC Access Doors**

**Lighting Fixtures**

**Medicine Cabinet Electrical Panel** 

**Other** • Use this worksheet to identify areas to be inspected based on building geometry, construction, location of mechanicals and building utilities, etc. The list is not exhaustive and the responsible party must still review building plans and field conditions to identify additional leakage sources to be sealed. **Thermostats**

**Intercoms**

**Door Latch Hole**

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name:

Project Name: Project Name: <provide project name>

**INFILTRATION - BLOWER DOOR TEST - PROTOCOL 8.1**

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Knife 4) Screwdrivers (Hex, Phillips, Flat) 5) Duct Mask 6) Blue Painter's Tape 7) Metal Tape 8) Floor Plans 9) Riser Diagrams 10) Duct Blaster 11) Manometer
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION** dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  **Compliance Statement**  • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. 5) Post-correction testing of sample apartment Field Verified By:

**INSPECTION COMMENTS** (Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.) • Enclosed apartments must be fan pressure tested as an independent unit in accordance with either ASTM E779 2010 or ASTM E1827. The target maximum air leakage rate is 0.3 CFM per square foot of the enclosure bounding the apartment at an induced pressure difference of 50 pascals. At least two sample apartments shall be fan pressure tested as soon as they can be scheduled. A subset of the remaining apartments shall be fan pressure tested for quality assurance purposes. See the section on Fan Pressure Testing for details. **4) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

Apartments shall be sealed to reduce air exchange between the apartment and outside as well as the apartment and other adjacent spaces. A maximum air leakage rate of 0.30 CFM50 per square feet of enclosure is allowed.
Specific apartment air leakage paths to be sealed are listed in the ENERGY STAR Multifamily High Rise T&V Worksheet 8.1- INF_COMPTZN VIS INSPECTION **PATH REQUIREMENT** 2) Load-bearing wall and slab-edge/rim-joist inspection: air/vapor/weather barrier prior to enclosure 3) Pre-drywall visual inspection of penetrations 4) Sample apartment inspection and blower door test
6) Final inspection and testing of apartments post completion

Provide one representative photograph of continuous air barrier at all types of typical joints, junctions, and general coverage areas. Include the following at a minimum: 4a) Inspected from the interior: Window to interior gypsum board, Air conditioner sleeve sealed to drywall (cover is installed if ACs provided by building), Outlet/Electrical Box - Exterior and Demising Walls, Heating pipe penetrations through exterior walls, Heating pipe penetrations through interior partitions, Plumbing / Sprinkler Pipe Penetrations, Range Gas Line Penetration, Gypsum board to concrete ceiling plank connection - Exterior walls and all interior partition walls, Gap between take off duct and gypsum board, Electrical Panel, HVAC Access Doors, Thermostats, Intercoms, Lighting Fixtures, Door Latch Hole, Medicine Cabinet Date: MM/DD/YY

This process begins with the construction documentation. A minimum of 3-5 site visits are recommended to properly inspect air sealing details. Each exterior, common area and in-unit element on the air sealing checklists must be inspected at each of the following stages to ensure use of proper materials and complete seals exist for each juncture or penetration. Fan pressure testing shall be conducted for two purposes: Preliminary testing shall be conducted on an initial set of apartments to verify the performance of the air barrier detailing and installation and Final verification testing shall be conducted on a subset of the remaining apartments for quality assurance.

1) Window/Wall Mock Up Inspection (If applicable)

1) For elements that provide central services to the building (i.e. entry doors, central duct chases, utility service penetrations, etc.) a minimum 50% sample shall be inspected. For elements that are repeated throughout the building or occur in every living unit (i.e. windows, wall/floor connections, air conditioner sleeves, etc.) follow RESNET sampling protocol. If problems are identified, additional units must be inspected to determine if the problems are systemic so an appropriate repair order can be issued.

3) Post-construction, single point blower door testing of apartment units must be conducted following RESNET sampling protocol. The sample set shall require testing of at least 5 units and be representative of the variety of apartment types in the building, including: end/corner units and inside units; top-floor, middle-floor, bottom-floor units; and at least one unit of each size/type (i.e., studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, etc.). Any apartment that exceeds the allowed leakage rate (0.30 CFM50 per square foot of enclosure), must confirm that all items below have been properly sealed prior to retesting. Per RESNET Section 603.7.8, until the failure is corrected in all identified (failed) apartments in the sample set, none of the apartments shall be deemed to meet the threshold or labeling criteria. 2) During construction, apartment units must be visually inspected prior to drywall and upon final completion following RESNET sampling protocol. The sample set shall be representative of the variety of apartment types in the building, including: end/corner units and inside units; top-floor, middle-floor, bottom-floor units; and at least one unit of each size/type (i.e., studios, 1-bed, 2-bed, etc.).

**Preliminary Testing** • The initial set of tested apartments shall include at least one corner unit and one middle unit. • The preliminary testing shall be conducted at the earliest time in the construction process possible before building-wide air sealing of apartments is completed. • Before an apartment can be tested, the air barrier systems for both the exterior enclosure and the interior compartmentalization must be installed and inspected. • The apartments selected for preliminary testing shall be tested using the methods described below. If the units meet or beat the air leakage target of 0.30 CFM per square foot of enclosure at 50 pascals, the inspections described above continue to ensure air barrier integrity of the exterior enclosure and apartment compartmentalization continues at the same quality. • If an apartment fails to meet or beat the target air leakage rate, then deficiencies in the air barriers will be identified and corrected until all apartments in the preliminary test set have passed. Use the results of these tests to develop a punch list of details to be modified as construction continues. The inspection checklist shall be modified to incorporate the lessons learned from the preliminary tests and the modified inspections shall proceed to ensure air barrier integrity of the exterior enclosure and for apartment compartmentalization continues at the newly identified quality. • Send a summary of the preliminary tests, results and any recommendations to the project team to reduce apartment infiltration moving forward.

Page 1 of 3**Fan Pressure Testing Method**

• Measure the air leakage rate of a test apartment using fan pressurization techniques following either ASTM E779 2010 or ASTM E1827. If using ASTM E1827, a one-point test at 50 Pascal using the average CFM50 measured under depressurization is acceptable for this measurement. • When performing this test, the calibrated blower door fan shall be located in the entry door of the apartment. Windows in adjacent apartments shall be open during the test. Alternatively, the pressure difference between the test unit and the neighboring units can be measured when the test unit is depressurized 50 pascals relative to outdoor air. Windows do not need to be opened in a neighboring unit if the pressure difference between it and the test unit is greater than or equal to 45 pascals. If the apartment entry door opens to a corridor or other enclosed space, that space shall be well open to the outside during the test (e.g., opening the windows and corridor doors in neighboring units achieves both ends). • Conduct any QA procedures on test equipment and set-up recommended by the blower door manufacturer (e.g., ensure that the fan flow is in the proper direction for flow measurement to be accurate). Check the tubing connections to the flow sensing element and that the flow sensing element is properly positioned. • Conduct test to see whether or not the apartment air leakage rate is less than or equal to 0.30 CFM50 per square foot of enclosure (e.g., all surfaces enclosing the apartment, including exterior and party walls, floors, ceiling). Use the guidance in the Preliminary or Final Verification Testing sections above to determine the next action (e.g., test more apartments, make repairs or write report). • Note: This test does not distinguish between leakage from the apartment to outside and leakage from the apartment to other interior and/or interstitial spaces. The allowable limit for measured leakage is for the total enclosure of the apartment unit. **Final Verification Testing** • When seven apartments are ready for final testing, one apartment shall be selected at random from the set of seven apartments. More than one group of seven may be available for testing at the same time, but they must be divided into identified groups of seven. The logic for responding to units that pass or fail then follows the RESNET 2006 Mortgage Industry National Home Energy Rating Systems Standard sampling protocol. • If the randomly selected test apartment passes, then all apartments in that set are deemed to pass. • If the randomly selected test unit fails, then an additional 2 units in that group of seven must be tested. If either of those two units fail, then the remaining 4 units must be tested. Any unit that fails must have the air barrier deficiencies corrected until it meets or beats the air leakage target of 0.30 CFM at 50 pascals induced pressure difference. See the Sampling Requirements section of this protocol for more details. • Continue this process until all apartments have been included in a group of seven.

Page 2 of 3**Apartment Tightness Summary:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows

**Apt # Floor #**  **Unit Type (e.g. A, B, C)**  **# of**

**Bedrooms Floor Area** 

**(FA) Perimeter** 

**Wa ll Length**  **(PWL) Ceiling Height**  **(CH) Enclosure Area**  **(2* FA) +** **(PWL*CH)** **CFM50 CFM50 SF**  **of Enclosure**  **Area (Criteria is**  **<=.30)**

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

0 #DIV/0!

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**VENTILATION - SCHEDULE AND OPERATION - PROTOCOL 8.2** Date: MM/DD/YY **Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed:** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Screwdrivers (Hex, Phillips, Flat) 4) Floor Plans (preferably with mechanicals) 5) Roof Plans (preferably with mechanicals) 6) Mechanical Schedule 7) Cut Sheets from Contractor Submittals 8) Pressure Pan 9) Manometer 10) Quantified CO release (if applicable)

**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**ID DESCRIPTION**  **LOCATION QUANTITY**  **MFR MODEL #**  **DESIGN CFM DESIGN**  **PRESS URE**  **(Pa) HORSE** 

**POWER (HP)**  **ENERGY**

**STAR / NEMA**  **PREMIUM ?**  **ECM? DIRECT**  **DRIVE? VARIABLE** 

**SPEED CONTROL**  **LERS LOCATION** 

dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

**PROTOCOL PATH**  **REQUIREMENT PROPOSED** 

**ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL LOCATION**  dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N**  Construction documents must also include the following criteria apply to projects using the Prescriptive Path : • For central ventilation systems, total exhaust shaft leakage shall not exceed 5 CFM50 per floor per shaft at a pressure of 0.2 in WC. • Central exhaust and in-line exhaust systems serving apartments must have self-balancing dampers at each grill. • Central exhaust fans 1/16 HP and less must be direct-drive and have variable speed controllers. • Central exhaust fans greater than 1/16 HP and less than 1 HP must be direct-drive with ECM motors and variable speed controllers. • Central exhaust fans 1 HP and larger must have NEMA Premium efficient motors. • In addition to requirements above, powered common laundry ventilation must be installed with automatic demand control to turn off ventilation fans when no dryers are operating.

Construction documents must include performance criteria for buildings with garages including: • If following the Prescriptive Path , when garage exhaust is required by code, CO sensors must be installed that control exhaust fan operation. • Include threshold criteria for CO concentration which activates sensors. • Include a schedule of CO controls with make, model, location and count. • Include locations, powering of sensors, and connecting wiring on plans. • Include fan size (CFM capacity) in ventilation schedule and air intake points on plans to properly ventilate throughout garage area.

**INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.

**MODELING INPUTS - SIZING & BALANCING PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **INSPECTION COMMENTS** Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc. Field Verified By:

Construction documents must include performance criteria for central and in-unit ventilation systems including: • Apartment in-line and ceiling exhaust fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified.

**COMPLIANCE STATEMENT** 1) The developer or GC shall ensure that deliveries are inspected prior to accepting them to verify that product substitutions by the distributor or manufacturer have not resulted in non-ENERGY STAR qualified exhaust fans for in-unit ventilation systems. 2) Minimum of one on-site inspection required, preferably immediately after installation so that corrective action can be taken if necessary. Delivery tickets may be used to verify complete shipments but on-site inspections of a sample of installed appliances is required.

- Photo of fan installation and duct work insulation - Photo of fan faceplates - If applicable, photograph location of CO sensors and air intake point. **3) *PHOTOS REQUIRED*** 2) Apartment ventilation risers must be inspected and verified for system performance following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols . For each ventilation riser in the sample set, take measurements at every other floor to obtain a representative profile. The sample shall include at least one riser for each type/size of fan installed in the building. 3) Flow measurements cannot be verified until interior drywall and grills are installed

**PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS** 1) 100% of common area ventilation equipment must be inspected and verified for system performance. System performance at the delivery location (register) can be sampled at every other floor.

**Compliance Statement** • All ventilation systems are consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path

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Page 1 of 4Central exhaust fans 1/16 HP and less must be direct-drive and have variable speed controllers.

Central exhaust fans greater than 1/16 HP and less than 1 HP must be direct-drive with ECM motors and variable speed controllers.

Central exhaust fans 1 HP and larger must have NEMA Premium efficient motors. 0 0

Central exhaust fans 1/16 HP and less must be direct-drive and have variable speed controllers.

Central exhaust fans greater than 1/16 HP and less than 1 HP must be direct-drive with ECM motors and variable speed controllers.

Central exhaust fans 1 HP and larger must have NEMA Premium efficient motors. 0 0

Apartment inline and ceiling exhaust fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified. 0 0

Common area ventilation systems shall be designed and tested to satisfy minimum requirements of ASHRAE 62.1- 2007, without exceeding the minimum ventilation rates by more than 50%.

<Confirm if project is participating in NYSERDA MPP on Project Info tab> 0 0

Powered common laundry ventilation must be installed with automatic demand control to turn off ventilation fans when no dryers are operating. 0 0

NA 0 0

NA 0 0 **Demand Controls** • Verify control systems including timing devices, demand control sensors, or other devices match project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path.
EPA suggests including the following in the design where applicable: • Controls to allow for intermittent (ON/OFF) operation of central exhaust fans are not permitted. • Public/Office Bathroom Exhaust Configuration and Control: • If vented to the roof with a central fan: Motorized damper controlled by light switch to open when occupied (normally tightly closed). • If vented thru-wall: ENERGY STAR qualified fan vented through-wall controlled by light switch to activate when occupied.

**GARAGE VENTILATION Central Supply to Corridor**  • Corridor ventilation systems shall be designed and tested to satisfy minimum requirements of ASHRAE 62.1-2007. **Apartment Fan Efficiency (Roof)** • Specifications shall include fan energy efficiency criteria (BHP and motor efficiency) for the fans themselves. **Non - Apartment Fan Efficiency** • Design specifications shall include fan energy efficiency criteria (BHP and motor efficiency) for the fans themselves.

**Apartment Fan Efficiency (In-Unit)** • Specifications shall also include fan energy efficiency criteria (Watts/CFM) for the fans themselves.

**Apartment and Non-Corridor - Testing and Balancing** • The developer may choose to hire a Test and Balance (TAB) contractor to commission the system or any part thereof. Either the TAB contractor or the responsible party shall provide a balancing report for each shaft with operating pressures at the grill furthest from the fan and with airflow (CFM) measurements at apartment and common area grills following RESNET sampling protocol described below. Airflow shall be measured with a capture hood that fully encloses the grills and is able to measure as low as 20 CFM ± 5 CFM. Air intake point shall also be inspected. • Average supply and exhaust CFM measurement shall be updated in the As-Built model where applicable. • If following the Prescriptive Path , common area ventilation systems cannot exceed ASHRAE 62.1-2007 by more than 50%. Apartment ventilation systems cannot exceed ASHRAE 62.2-2007 by more than 50%.

**Heat or Energy Recovery** • Consider heat or energy recovery for 100% of corridor supply air. Capacity of heat recovery unit should match the design corridor ventilation rates.

Page 2 of 4NA 0 0

Fan/Shaft ID Total Design CFM

Floor Apt # CFM Apt # CFM Apt # CFM CFM Apt # CFM Apt # CFM

Bottom Floor Pressure

(Pa)

**Calculator for Non Apartment Spaces (ASHRAE 62.1 - 2007)**

Space Name Number of Floors Space Type CFM/Person CFM/SF Occupant Density/1000 SF Floor Area (SF) Ventilati
on Design (CFM) Ventilati

on Require ment (CFM) % above

baseline (Cannot Exceed 50%)

#N/A #N/A #N/A #N/A **#N/A**

#N/A #N/A #N/A #N/A **#N/A**

#N/A #N/A #N/A #N/A **#N/A**

#N/A #N/A #N/A #N/A **#N/A**

#N/A #N/A #N/A #N/A **#N/A**

**Total 0**  **#N/A Common Area Supply Ventilation - Outdoor Air Damper**  • For systems designed with outdoor-air supplied to the ventilation distribution system, provide motorized dampers that will automatically shut when systems or spaces are not in use. Continuously running ventilation would not be subject to either damper, as they are always in use. **Intake Systems - Operating Sequence** • For both active and passive intake systems, design specifications must indicate operation sequence as it relates to controls, sensors, fans, dampers, etc. **VENTILATION MISC**

**Ventilation - Training and Manuals** • Summarize the training performed and personnel involved. Confirm that all applicable operating and specification manuals are delivered to the building staff. Verify that staff members have been trained and are aware of their responsibilities to maintain and operate the systems properly. **Garage Fan and CO Sensor - Manufacturer's Product Data** • Include cut sheet showing fan and sensor specifications such as CFM and CO concentration threshold. **CO Sensor Locations** • Record sensor locations and confirm conformance with plans.

**Toilet, Kitchen, General Exhaust Grills and Corridor Supply Ventilation Grills** • EPA recommends that each exhaust and supply grill assembly should be equipped with a self-balancing damper that responds to changes in duct pressure to allow a constant airflow (+/- 20%) over a range of operating pressures from 0.2 in WC to the greater of: 0.5 in WC or the maximum system operating pressure at the particular exhaust register/grill. This is critical to helping ensure the system performs according to project specifications and Proposed Design model. • If following the Prescriptive Path Central exhaust and in-line exhaust systems serving apartments must have self-balancing dampers at each grill. • Adjustable register assemblies that allow for the free area to be manually adjusted in the field should not be used to meet this requirement. Self balancing dampers shall be designed and installed in any situation where more than one exhaust point is connected to a fan so that they may be easily removed for cleaning or replacement. • For inspection: Self balancing dampers have been installed in correct position and are functioning properly.

**Ventilation - Manufacturer's Product Data** • Review manufacturer’s cut sheets or invoice detailing system manufacturer, model, HP and CFM.

**Statement of Substantial Completion - HVAC** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet. **Test Sensor Operation** • If following the Prescriptive Path , when garage exhaust is required by code, CO sensors must be installed that control exhaust fan operation. • Using quantified CO tracer gas release (obtain specifications from chemical test suppliers), confirm performance of sensor and activation of fans. • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be submitted to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letter head and attached to all relevant T&V Worksheets complete with all required information, photographs, cut sheets, etc.

**Make-Up Air Systems** • For all make-up air systems, a visual inspection of the supply air source shall be conducted to ensure pollutants are not being drawn into the building unintentionally. **Garage Exhaust Fan CFM and Efficiency** • Equipment is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design model or meets or exceeds the requirements listed in the Prescriptive Path. • Provide Testing and balancing (TAB) report showing fan’s performance and balance at intake points. TAB to be provided by the installing contractor, responsible party or commissioning agent.

**Passive Intake Systems (Trickle Vents)** • In passive intake systems (i.e. trickle vents), airflow measurements shall be taken using a capture hood and rotating vane or hot-wire anemometer to verify flow rates within design specifications under the range of conditions anticipated for system operation. Rotating vane or hot-wire anemometer shall have accuracy better than +/- 15% of rated flow. If air flow can not be directly measured, pressure measurements shall be used to verify that conditions exist to allow the intake apparatus to operate as intended. **Smoke Vents** • If allowed by local code, EPA recommends stairwell bulkhead and elevator hoist way smoke vents are normally closed and interlocked with motorized damper and smoke detector/fire alarm system.

Apt # Apt # CFM

Page 3 of 4**Calculator for Apartment Spaces (ASHRAE 62.2 - 2007)**

**Whole House Ventilation**

Number of Bedrooms (studios to be entered with (1)

bedroom) Typical Floor

Area (SF) Ventilation

Design (CFM) Ventilation

Requirement (CFM) % above

baseline (Cannot Exceed 50%) 0 **#DIV/0!**
0 **#DIV/0!**
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0 **#DIV/0!**
0 **#DIV/0!**
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0 **#DIV/0!**
0 **#DIV/0!**
0 **#DIV/0!**

**Total 0**  **0**

**Local Exhaust Ventilation - Continuous**

Kitchen Type Volume (CF) Ventilation Design (CFM) Ventilation

Requirement (CFM) % above

baseline (Cannot Exceed 50%) 0 **#DIV/0!**
0 **#DIV/0!**
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Bathroom Type Ventilation

Design (CFM) Total Ventilation

Requirement (CFM) % above

baseline (Cannot Exceed 50%) 20 **-100%**

20 **-100%**

20 **-100%**

20 **-100%**

20 **-100%**

**Local Exhaust Ventilation - Intermittent**

Space Type Ventilation

Design (CFM) Ventilation

Requirement (CFM)
Kitchen 100 **-100%**

Bath 50 **-100%**

**ASHRAE 62.1 - 2007 Table 6-1**

Space Type CFM/Person CFM/SF Occupant Density Combined

Outdoor Air Rate Air Class Conference/Meeting Room 5 0.06 50 6 1

Corridors 0 0.06 0 0 1

Storage Rooms 0 0.12 0 0 1 Electrical Equipment Rooms 0 0.06 0 0 1

Elevator Machine Rooms 0 0.12 0 0 1

Lobbies 5 0.06 150 5 1 Coin-Operated Laundries 7.5 0.06 20 11 2

**ASHRAE 62.2 - 2007 Table 5.1 & 5.2** Ventilation Type Intermittent Units Continuous Units

Kitchen 100 CFM 5 ACH

Bath 50 CFM 20 CFM

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**VENTILATION - DUCT TIGHTNESS TEST - PROTOCOL 8.2** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:**

**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Measuring Tape or ruler 3) Knife 4) Screwdrivers (Hex, Phillips, Flat) 5) Duct Mask 6) Foam Blocks (***If dry wall has started) 7) Metal Tape 8) Floor and Roof Plans (preferably with mechanicals) 9) Riser Diagrams 10) Duct Blaster 11) Manometer
**Sampling Requirements:**

**NOTES FOR DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION dwg / spec** **P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** 

**PROTOCOL PATH**  **REQUIREMENT PROPOSED** 

**ERM ENERGY** 

**MODEL PLAN REVIEW** 

**COMMENTS LOCATION**  **dwg / spec P** **L A** **N R** **E V** **I E** **W I** **N S** **P E** **C T** **I O** **N INSPECTION COMMENTS**  **Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.**  Ventilation system ductwork shall be sealed at all transverse joints and connections including boot to wall/ceiling connections throughdrywall using UL181 compliant materials and methods. Central exhaust systems must be tested for duct leakage, which cannot exceed 5 CFM50 per floor per shaft.

Ductwork penetrating the building envelope shall be sealed to prevent air leakage through the duct system and/or the building envelope. This includes but is not limited to roof curbs and exterior wall exhaust/intake 0 0 **Compliance Statement**  • Assembly is consistent with the project specifications and Proposed Design. Central exhaust systems must be tested for duct leakage, which cannot exceed 10 CFM50 per floor per shaft. For projects using the Prescriptive Path , leakage cannot exceed 5 CFM50 per floor per shaft. 1) Apartment ventilation risers must be inspected and verified for system performance following the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols. For each ventilation riser in the sample set, conduct inspections at every other floor to obtain a representative profile. The sample shall include at least one riser for each type/size of fan installed in the building. Date: MM/DD/YY

Construction documents must include performance criteria for central and in-unit ventilation systems including:
For central ventilation systems: • Roof curb penetration has been sealed • Mastic or other UL-181 compliant material shall be applied within temperature range and according to all other manufacturer's requirements at ALL transverse joints and take offs. • All duct transitional junctions have been sealed with mastic or other UL-181 compliant material. • All connections between gypsum board and ductwork must be sealed. • Total exhaust shaft leakage shall not exceed 10 CFM50 per floor per shaft at a pressure of 0.2 in WC (5 CFM50 if following the Prescriptive Path ) • Contractor shall adjust roof fan to provide a pressure of 0.2 – 0.3 inches WC at the grill farthest from the fan.
For in-line fan exhaust systems: • Mastic or other UL-181 compliant material shall be applied within temperature range and according to all other manufacturer's requirements at ALL transverse joints and take offs. • All duct transitional junctions have been sealed with mastic or other UL-181 compliant material. • All connections between gypsum board and ductwork must be sealed. • If plank core is to be used as duct, ceiling plank penetration has been sealed. • If plank core is to be used as duct, plank core has been effectively connected to exterior of the building. • The appropriate plank core was selected that aligns with exterior louver. - One representative photo of each duct sealing detail outlined below 2) *PHOTOS REQUIRED* 1) Inspect and test duct systems for leakage upon installation including all take offs and branches and prior to enclosure with drywall. The intent is to test the duct system before drywall and grills are installed so corrections can be made if duct leakage is excessive, however all take offs and other horizontal duct work must be installed prior to testing. Takeoffs are typically installed floor by floor. Ducts should be tested after bottom caps and permanent roof curbs are on and sealed.

Page 1 of 3**Transverse Joints (Central and Through Wall)**

• All transverse joints sealed air-tight with mastic applied according to manufacturers requirements (i.e. application temperature). This includes verifying through visual inspection that joints and gaps between all exhaust and supply ducts and sheetrock at the grills have been sealed. **Transitions (Central and Through Wall)** • All duct transitional junctions have been sealed with mastic. **Duct Leakage Testing (Central Exhaust)** • Following the procedures outlined in your duct leakage tester operation manual, a five-point test for total duct leakage in the main duct shaft using a calibrated fan between -50 and -100 Pascal measured under depressurization or 50 and 100 Pascal under pressurization is acceptable for this measurement. • When conducting a duct leakage depressurization test, the flow conditioner and one of the flow rings must always be installed. • EPA does not require the duct tester to be connected to a specific location in the shaft, however typically central exhaust duct tightness tests are conducted from the roof with the duct tester connected to the roof curb. Often a transition plate is needed to effectively seal the duct tester to the roof curb opening. Cardboard is usually a readily accessible material on construction sites and can be easily adapted into such a transition plate (precut plastic, acrylic glass and or rubber sheets could also be used). • The pressure probe should be installed approximately 5’ downstream of the connection between the duct and the duct tester, with the probe configured so it’s openings face perpendicular to the direction of flow and only static pressure is measured, not velocity pressure. When connecting the duct tester to the roof curb, poke a hole in the transition sheet and run the tubing and pressure probe inside of the shaft before connecting the transition sheet. Often static pressure probes come with a magnet to help configure the probe in the right direction, but if the inside surface of the duct is not magnetic, a weighted pressure hose could be used with holes cut out of the sides to prevent velocity pressure from being measured. • Use the Linear Regression Assistant below to find the CFM50 leakage. Per the Prerequisites Checklist , the CFM50 duct leakage for central exhaust systems must not exceed 10 CFM50 leakage per floor per shaft (5 CFM50 per floor per shaft if using the Prescriptive Path ). • If credit is being taken for improved energy efficiency of the ventilation duct system, adjust As-Built energy model based on actual duct leakage rates as described in the Simulation Guidelines . Provide a summary of results of any duct leakage or ventilation performance testing; a sample table is provided in the T&V Worksheets

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**Statement of Substantial Completion - HVAC** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be submitted to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. For HVAC protocols a Statement of Substantial Completion must be completed by a third party qualified representative on company letterhead and attached to all relevant T&V Worksheets complete with all required information, photographs, cut sheets, etc. **Pinned Ducts (Central and Through Wall)** • All joints have been completely sealed around the entire perimeter including those tight against a wall or ceiling. Before connecting ductwork at this condition, ample mastic needs to be applied to both sections and then connected while the mastic is still wet to achieve the seal. **Elbow Joints (Round Duct Work)** • All elbow joints have been effectively sealed with mastic.

**Exterior Wall Connection (Through Wall)** • Ductwork connection with exterior grill termination has been sealed air-tight. **Roof Curb (Central)** • Roof curb penetration sealing.

Page 2 of 3**Duct Leakage Summary:** This section can be duplicated, copy and insert rows

Fan/Shaft ID # of Floors Served Design CFM CFM50 Leakage from Linear Regression Assistant % Leakage of Design CFM CFM50 Leakage/Flr

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### Linear Regression Assistant: This section can be duplicated, copy and insert row s

Shaft Pressure Fan Pressure (Pa) Plate Position Flow Rate (cfm) Temp Corc Flo (cfm) Log

(Duct Curb Press) Log (Flowrat e) Enter Plate Position #VALUE! #NUM! ####### Enter Plate Position #VALUE! #NUM! ####### Enter Plate Position #VALUE! #NUM! ####### Enter Plate Position #VALUE! #NUM! ####### Enter Plate Position #VALUE! #NUM! #######

Slope: #VALUE! Intercept: #VALUE!

C: #VALUE!
n: #VALUE! R: #VALUE!
From Regression:

CFM 50: #VALUE! Comments

Baseline Pressure (Pa): Approximate Indoor Temp (F): Approximate Outdoor Temp (F):

0.000 0.100 0.200 0.300 0.400 0.500 0.600 0.700 0.800 0.900 1.000

0.000 0.200 0.400 0.600 0.800 1.000**L O** **G (** **C F** **M )** 

**LOG (Duct Pa)**

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### ENERGY STAR
MULTIFAMILY HIGH RISE PROGRAM
Project Name: <provide project name>

**METERS - CONFIGURATION - PROTOCOL 9.1** Field Verified By:

**Schedule:** 1) After piping and wiring are complete 2) After installation, hook-up, and activation of meters.
**Equipment Needed** 1) Camera 2) Plans and Specifications
**Sampling Requirements:**

**2) *PHOTOS REQUIRED***

**METER TYPE: Electric**  **Gas Fuel Oil**  **Wa ter**  **Steam Hot Water**  **PLAN REVIEW COMMENTS**  **LOCATION**

dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W**  Location

Utility Company (National Grid) Configuration (Direct, Master, Sub)
# of Meters

Areas Served (Common, Apts, Retail)

**PROTOCOL PLAN REVIEW**  **COMMENTS LOCATION** 

dwg / spec**P L** **A N** **R E** **V I** **E W** **I N** **S P** **E C** **T I** **O N** 

**Utility Release Forms** • For buildings that are direct-metered for utilities to the apartments, the building owner must secure signed releases from individual apartment occupants to allow for benchmarking or find alternative methods to assessing whole building energy consumption, such as a whole-building meter or asking the utility for aggregated data. All data uploaded to Portfolio Manager is strictly confidential and only used to estimate the energy performance of the building as a whole, not of individual apartments. **Statement of Substantial Completion** • A Statement of Substantial Completion or approved proxy may be used to establish completion of the work associated with this protocol. A Statement of Substantial Completion is to be completed by the installation contractor or other qualified representative on company letterhead, complete with all information, photographs, cut sheets, etc., required in this protocol and in the corresponding T&V Worksheet. **Type** • Check meter types against specifications (and/or utility correspondence). **Configuration** • Confirm metering configuration: master meter, submetered, direct metered. **Location - Residential** • Confirm location and existence of electric, gas, and water meters and observe configurations (areas served) in relation to plans and specifications.
**Location - Nonresidential** • Post-construction, the utility consumption of the residential-associated spaces must be capable of evaluation independent of any commercial/retail spaces. These nonresidential associated parts of the building shall be separately metered (or sub-metered) for electricity, gas, fuel oil, water, steam, and hot water for domestic and/or space heating purposes. 1) Where metering is in basement or central location, check all meter banks. Where metering is distributed in common areas, such as hallway utility closets or is inside individual apartments, follow the modified RESNET sampling protocol outlined in the How to Use this Manual section on page 11 of the T&V Protocols to include, at a minimum, one apartment from each line.

- Provide photographs of all types of meters (electrical, gas, water) for building. Be sure to properly label location and type of meter represented. Date: MM/DD/YY

**INSPECTION COMMENTS**

Problems, sample details/apt #s, etc.

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