Predominant exterior materials, excluding materials for windows, do not include vinyl, aluminum, other forms of metal, plastic, or featureless, untinted concrete. A determine is made as to whether utility incentives, rebates, tax incentives, grant monies, or special financing are available for energy improvements. HVAC system sizing does not exceed the Manual J calculations for residential construction or Manual N calculations for commercial buildings. Preferred location for ductwork is in conditioned space or unconditioned buffered space. Ductwork located in attics or unconditioned crawlspaces should be airtight.
Lighting is reviewed by independent lighting specialist.
Solar heat gain is minimized on east and west facing windows through the use of landscaping, external shading or thermally selective glazing. If a building cannot feasibly meet each standard of a program, all reasonable measures are implemented. Design Review Process for Public City Buildings Step 1 City Commission approves development of a new City building, or a substantial expansion or remodeling of an existing City building. Step 2 For each new city building, substantial expansion or substantial remodeling, a staff team is formed. The team includes representatives of the department that will occupy the building, as well as Community Development, Public Works, Building Inspection, Fire and Police.