Based on Climate Zone 5 per the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code.
All projects must meet or exceed the requirements of the 2018 IECC, ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 or simulated energy performance analysis per the 2018 IECC. Simulated energy methods per Section 407 will be permitted on the plans with a PE stamp on the drawings.
New commercial buildings or commercial additions will require COMcheck or prescriptive measures of Chapter 5, 2018 IECC for the building thermal envelope, mechanical systems and electrical/lighting.
Tenant Finishes and changes of occupancy will require COMcheck for mechanical and interior lighting.
For more information on energy calculations, visit the Colorado Energy Office website.
