The DC Energy Conservation Code is updated regularly as the BOCA International code is revised or if a change is proposed by local code enforcement officials, industry, design professionals, or other interested parties. Proposals are initiated by the District of Columbia Building Code Advisory Committee. Proposals are published and public hearings are held. The District of Columbia committee has final approval of all proposed code changes.
Compliance is determined by plan review and inspection.
International, National Energy Conservation Code. The District of Columbia Building Code Advisory Committee, along with the District of Columbia Energy Office, approved several amendments to the BOCA International, National Energy Conservation Code, particularly for interior and exterior lighting loads, power factor requirements, and energy-efficient motors. These amendments were included in the district's requirements on November 27, 1992. Create an integrated approach sufficient for building energy code adoption and implementation. Through an advisory committee and rulemaking activities, and in cooperation with stakeholders, the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs will lay the groundwork for the updating of the District of Columbia energy code.