ECMF 2016 Workbook V5

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insulation
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EarthCraft Multifamily New Construction Workbook

Project Name:
Architect:
Building Address:
Superintendent:
City, State, Zip:
Phone:
Technical Advisor:
E&S Control Contact:
TA Phone #:
EC Project Manager:
TA Email:
Permit Date:
Pre-Drywall Inspection Date:
Design Review Date:
Final Inspection Date:
ECMF Kick Off Date:
EarthCraft Program Levels:

Point Thresholds:
Project Points
SITE PLANNING (SP)
CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT (CW)
RESOURCE EFFICIENCY (RE)
DURABILITY AND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT (DU)
INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ)
HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDING ENVELOPE (BE)
ENERGY EFFICIENT SYSTEMS (ES)
WATER EFFICIENCY (WE)
EDUCATION AND OPERATIONS (EO)
INNOVATION (IN)
Totals
EarthCraft Multifamily Level:

**CHOOSE DESIRED LEVEL FROM DROP DOWN**
EarthCraft Multifamily (ECMF) is a builder led certification program that utilizes third-party program verrification. In consideration of EarthC
project will be evaluated based on full compliance with the following:
I. Submission of a field verified worksheet with 100 points (Certified), 150 points (Gold), or 200 points (Platinum) depending on the level o
worksheet requirements achieved specific to the certification tier;
II. Project design and specification:

A. Certified tier projects must comply with a target HERS Index of 80
B. Gold certified projects must fully comply with HERS Target Index of 75
C. Platinum certified projects must fully comply with HERS Target Index of 75
D. Projects at all tiers must exceed all 2009 International Energy Conservation Code minimum requirements and applicable state amendme
E. Projects at all tiers must submit Manual J designs and fresh air ventilation designs reaching current program standards, install heating an
the submitted designs, and achieve all additional EarthCraft Multifamily program requirements;
F. High rise projects will comply with the most current ENERGY STAR Multifamily High Rise Standards.
III. Each project must follow the process as outlined in the EarthCraft Multifamily Manual http://www.earthcraftvirginia.org/wp-content/upl
2013.pdf in order to be eligible for certification completing the following:
A. An initial design review;
B. A construction kick off meeting;
C. All air sealing and final inspection requirements as outlined in the current worksheet and manual;
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D. Submit necessary documentation to confirm program requirements and points tracked in the EarthCraft Multifamily worksheet
B. Gold certified projects must fully comply with HERS Target Index of 75
C. Platinum certified projects must fully comply with HERS Target Index of 75
D. Projects at all tiers must exceed all 2009 International Energy Conservation Code minimum requirements and applicable state amendme
E. Projects at all tiers must submit Manual J designs and fresh air ventilation designs reaching current program standards, install heating an
the submitted designs, and achieve all additional EarthCraft Multifamily program requirements;
F. High rise projects will comply with the most current ENERGY STAR Multifamily High Rise Standards.
III. Each project must follow the process as outlined in the EarthCraft Multifamily Manual http://www.earthcraftvirginia.org/wp-content/upl
2013.pdf in order to be eligible for certification completing the following:
A. An initial design review;
B. A construction kick off meeting;
C. All air sealing and final inspection requirements as outlined in the current worksheet and manual;
D. Submit necessary documentation to confirm program requirements and points tracked in the EarthCraft Multifamily worksheet
IV. Any practices or elements outlined as requirements by EarthCraft and/or the 2009 IECC, must be incorporated into non-residential area
stand alone buildings (e.g. clubhouse, stairwells, common areas, corridors, storage areas, etc)
V. Any points tracked within this worksheet must be incorporated into non-residential areas of the project and within any stand alone buildi
ventilation, windows, lighting, water efficient appliances, insulation, combustion zones, etc)
VI. Any discrepancies between code requirements, EarthCraft, or will result in the more stringent requirement being enforced (special cons
code restrictions as approved by EarthCraft)
General Contractor - By accepting the EarthCraft Multifamily certification, I pledge that this project has been constructed to the standards
EarthCraft Worksheet.
General Contractor Signature
Technical Advisor Signature
Owner/Developer Signature
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100
Gold
150
Platinum
200
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Project Score
Planned
Actual
aft Multifamily Level:
Certified
RED LEVEL FROM DROP DOWN**
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oints (Platinum) depending on the level of certification sought with all
uirements and applicable state amendments;

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Workbook Checklist Instructions

EarthCraft Multifamily Workbook & Inspection Checklist Instructions
The EarthCraft Multifamily Workbook is the primary tool used to track compliance with the EarthCraft Multi
meant to serve as a resource to collect important details related to ECMF program requirements, selected
verification. The most recent version can be downloaded from the EarthCraft Virginia website (www.earthc
completed and submitted before the beginning of inspections on any new project.
Project Team
Blue Tabs =
Program Worksheet
The Worksheet is to be filled out by the project team based on desired certifcation level and design p
1. Choose Certification Level from drop down on Cover Sheet of Workbook and fill out pertinent project information.
2. Make desired and prescriptive point selections based on Certification Level in the 'Planned' Column of t
Column will be filled out by your Technical Advisor on an ongoing basis throughout the project.
Points
Planned
Status
3. Fill out Architect Checklist Tab to the fullest extent allowed by current design stage and update as se
4. Fill out Spec Sheet Tab to the fullest extent allowed by current design stage and update as selections a
Program Verification
The EarthCraft Multifamily Inspection Checklist indicates the status of all required inspection items through
Status
The EarthCraft Technical Advisor will verify which line items have been verified
cheklist using the following designations:
Y
N
VF
Yes when compliant with program standards (cell

Not compliant with program standards (cell turns
Verify at Final (cell turns yellow)*
*This designation may only be used at the Pre-Drywall

N/A
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Not applicable (cell stays white)

Additional documentation required (cell turns pur
Insulation Grade
I
II
III
Insulation Grade 1 (cell turns green-pass)

Insulation Grade 2 (cell turns green-pass)
Insulation Grade 3 (cell turns red- fail)
ALT+ENTER allows you to move down a line in the notes section of each tab
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Workbook Checklist Instructions
t Instructions
o track compliance with the EarthCraft Multifamily Program. The workbook is

d to ECMF program requirements, selected point items, and HERS rating
the EarthCraft Virginia website (www.earthcraftvirginia.org) and should be
n any new project.
n desired certifcation level and design parameters of project.
book and fill out pertinent project information.
tification Level in the 'Planned' Column of the ECMF Worksheet; The 'Status'
oing basis throughout the project.
d by current design stage and update as selections are made.
rent design stage and update as selections are made.
atus of all required inspection items through the following columns:
ll verify which line items have been verified in both the worksheet and inspection
tions:
hen compliant with program standards (cell turns green)

ompliant with program standards (cell turns red)
at Final (cell turns yellow)*
designation may only be used at the Pre-Drywall Inspection
pplicable (cell stays white)

onal documentation required (cell turns purple)
ation Grade 1 (cell turns green-pass)

ation Grade 2 (cell turns green-pass)
ation Grade 3 (cell turns red- fail)
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Architect Checklist Certification Level:
Certified
Architect Name:
Instructions:
1. Fill out sections labeled 'Location in Drawings / Specifications' below as thoroughly as is allowed by the curre
Example Required Item - Design for or Install Adeditional Dehumidification
Example Location Entry - M205 and/or Specification 7.05.01
A) If the design stage does not allow for entries to be completed, initial to indicate requirements have been r
B) If particular entries are not applicable to design or building type, indicate so.
2. All applicable entries must be complete and submitted to EarthCraft Virginia prior to Design Review
3. The full list of Prescriptive Requirements is accessible below for reference, to access it either click the '1 or 2
'Notes' sections within the collapsable 'Detailed Requirements' section to indicate if any additional items are not
SITE PLANNING (SP)
Erosion Control and Site Planning Measures accounted for in Drawings/Specifications

(SP) Detailed Requirements

REQUIRED AT ALL LEVELS
CW 1.0
No construction materials burned or buried on site
CW 1.1
Only state-approved landfills may be utilized
Advanced Framing Included in Design/Specifications

(RE) Detailed Requirements
Drainage Plane / WRB Details
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Flashing Details:
1 Window Flashing
2 Exterior Door Flashing
3 Roof/Wall Intersection
4 Termite Flashing
Design for or Install Additional Dehumidification
Enclosed Crawlspace if Applicable (Required at Gold & Platinum if crawl exists)
(DU) Detailed Requirements
Combustion Appliance Guidelines Followed

All ducts/bath fans/HVAC Coils Protected until floor/wall finishing complete
Low VOC Materials Specified
HVAC Filters MERV 6 or better (Required at Platinum & Gold)
(IAQ) Detailed Requirements
All Projects must meet Confirmed HERS Index of 80

Vapor Barrier Location/Thickness Called Out
Air Sealing and Blocking at all required locations called out in drawings.
1 Contractor(s) responsible for accomplishing required Air Sealing
Top Plate Sealed to Drywall at Attic Level (Required at Platinum & Gold)
Envelope Leakage Goals (Blower Door Test) incorporated into drawings/specification
documents
1
5 ACH50 - Required At All Levels
Insulation Levels meet Program Minimums for Grade and R-Value
Window & Door U-factors and SHGC meet Program/Certification Level Minimums
(BE) Detailed Requirements
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Equipment Sizing Follows Manual J Requirements

Equipment Efficiencies meet minimum requirements per desired certification level
Supply/Return/Ventilation ducts fully ducted, sealed, & insulated per program
guidelines.
Manual D completed for Duct Design (Required at Gold & Platinum)
Entire Duct System located in Conditioned Space (Required at Platinum)
Duct Leakage Testing Requirments incorporated into drawings/specification documents
1
2
5% of Conditioned Floor Area for Leakage to Outside the Thermal Envelope

8% of Conditioned Floor Area for Total Duct Leakage
Pressure imbalance reduced below 5 Pascals between bedroom and return ( 3 at

Platinum & Gold and/or Transfer Grills/Jumper Ducts)
Testing and Balancing of Duct (Required at Platinum & Gold)
Outside Air Ventilation Strategy Determined by design team and incorporated into
drawings/specifications
Exhaust Fans ducted with rigid duct (Required at Platinum)
Water Heaters meet minimum Program/Certification Level Efficiency Requirements and
are direct vent if gas
High Efficacy Lighting in 100% of all Permanent Fixtures (CFL or Better)
Energy Star Appliances Specified (Washer Required at Gold & Platinum)
(ES) Detailed Requirements
National Energy Policy Act Low Flow Standards for all fixtures/all fixtures meet Platinum
& Gold Level requirements called out in detailed requirement section
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Store 0.5 gal of water between water heater and fixture - not applicable to central
systems (Required at Platinum)
(WE) Detailed Requirments

EO 1: EDUCATION
EO 1.0
Provide property manager with project-specific owner's manual
EO 2: OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT

EO 2.0
Provide all subcontractors with EarthCraft Multifamily worksheet
***By initialling above, the architect of record or appropriate Project team member is confi
requirements have been reviewed and included in plans or specification documents.
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ughly as is allowed by the current stage of design and initial by each applicable entry.
ditional Dehumidification
n 7.05.01
icate requirements have been reviewed by
Architect of Record.
o.
prior to Design Review
access it either click the '1 or 2' in the top left corner or click the '+ / -' sign . Utilize the
e if any additional items are not applicable and for internal/project team tracking purposes.
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Initials
Initials
Initials
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Notes
Notes
ject team member is confirming that all applicable

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EarthCraft Multifamily New Construction Worksheet

SITE PLANNING (SP)
SP1: SITE SELECTION
OPTIONAL AT ALL LEVELS
SP 1.0
Type of site:
1.
Brownfield site
2.
Previously developed site
3.
Infill site
A.
B.
SP 1.1
Dwelling units per acre:

1
15 dwelling units per acre
3.
SP 2: SITE DESIGN
SP 2.0
Connectivity to existing:
1.
Walking distance to bus line (1/4 mile)

A.
B.
2.
Walking distance to rail/rapid transit (1/2 mile)

A.
B.
3.
Biking distance to bike path (1/2 mile)

A.
B.
4.
Walking distance to public openspace or greenspace 3/4 acre in size (1/2 mile)
A.
B.
5.
Walking distance to mixed uses (1/4 mile)

A.
B.
SP 2.1
Shade at least 50% of hardscape within 30' of building
SP 2.2
Reduce light pollution - all exterior lights full cutoff
SP 2.3
Permanent stormwater control:

A.
25% of onsite impervious surface areas
B.
C.
SP 2.4
Pervious paving for hardscapes and surface parking with appropriate sublayers
SP 2.5
Protect and restore riparian, wetland, and shoreline buffers
SP 2.6
Street Trees are 40' on center at minimum
SP 2.7
Connectivity to adjacent sites:
SP 2.8
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2.
Dedicated pedestrian and bike access
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SP 2.9
Outdoor Community gathering space
SP 2.10
Install local endangered plant species on site to promote ecological productivity
SP 2.11
Install plant species that serve as pollinators on site for regional wildlife
SP 2.12
Parking reduced below local ordinance (1:1 ratio)
SP 3: SITE PREPARATION AND PRESERVATION MEASURES

SP 3.0
Workshop on erosion and sediment control
SP 3.1
Site assessment identifying all greenspace and tree save potential
SP 3.2
Erosion and sedimentation control plan
SP 3.3
Do not install invasive plants on site
SP 3.4
Comply with all federal, state, and local government erosion control and tree protection measures
SP 3.5
Phase I environmental testing and remediation plan (if applicable)
SP 3.6
On-call personnel designated for erosion control during rain events
SP 3.7
Downstream water quality testing (if applicable)
SP 3.8
Label all storm drains or storm inlets to discourage dumping of pollutants
SP 3.9
Road/vehicle cleaning protocols posted and enforced

SP 3.10
Tree preservation and protection measures employed on site
SP 3.11
Leave site undisturbed and protect greenspace from future development (min 25%)
SP 3.12
Mill cleared logs (100%)
SP 3.13
Grind stumps and limbs for mulch (80%)
SP 3.14
Tree planting (12 trees per acre; trees 3" diameter)
SP 4: ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION ACCOMODATIONS

SP 4.0
Bike racks
SP 4.1
Covered bike storage facility
SP 4.2
Tenant access to business center
SP 4.3
Covered bus stop
SITE PLANNING TOTAL

CW 1.0
No construction materials burned or buried on site
CW 1.1
Only state-approved landfills may be utilized

CW 1.2
Post waste management plan and divert 75% from landfill of:
1.
Wood
2.
Cardboard
3.
Metal (including beverage containers)
4.
Drywall (recycle or grind and spread on site)
5.
Plastic (including beverage containers)
6.
Shingles
CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT TOTAL

RE 1: RESOURCE EFFICIENT DESIGN
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RE 1.0
Limit framing at all windows and doors
RE 1.1
Engineered roof framing (90%)
REQUIRED AT PLATINUM AND GOLD, OPTIONAL AT CERTIFIED

RE 1.2
Advanced Framing:
1.
2-stud corners where structurally feasible
2.
Ladder T-walls where structurally feasible
3.
Size headers for loads (non-structural headers in non-load bearing walls)

RE 1.3
Average floor area of unit:

A.
< 800 square feet
B.
800-1100 square feet
RE 1.4
Floor joists are 24" on center (80%)
RE 1.5
Non-load bearing wall studs are 24" on center
RE 2: ADVANCED FRAMING PRODUCTS

RE 2.0
Precast insulated foundation walls (90%)
RE 2.1
Insulated concrete forms or precast autoclaved aerated concrete (90%):

1.
Foundation walls
2.
Exterior walls
RE 2.2
Engineered wall framing (90%)
RE 2.3
Deliver panelized construction or SIPs to the site pre-framed (90%):
RE 2.4
1.
Floors
2.
Exterior walls
3.
Roof
4.
Modular construction
Structural headers are steel or engineered wood (90%)
RE 3: LOCAL, RECYCLED AND/OR NATURAL CONTENT MATERIALS

RE 3.0
Use recycled concrete or alternate material as aggregate in foundation
RE 3.1
Replace 25% of cement in concrete with fly ash or slag:
RE 3.2
1.
Slab and/or foundation walls (100%)
2.
Exterior cladding and trim (75%)
Sustainably harvested, FSC certified:

1.
Lumber (50%)
2.
Lumber/millwork: use no tropical wood
RE 3.3
Use building materials extracted, processed and manufactured 500 miles from site (1 point per product ma
RE 3.4
Reused, recycled, MDF with no added urea-formaldehyde, local species or FSC certified wood in all:
1.
Cabinet faces
2.
Countertops
RE 3.5
Exterior cladding and trim (25% recycled content material on 75% area)
RE 3.6
Insulation (25% recycled content material)
RE 3.7
Flooring:
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RE 3.8
RE 3.9
1.
Cork, natural linoleum, sealed concrete or bamboo flooring (20% of total floor area)
2.
Recycled content tiles (30% recycled content material on 100% of tile floor area)
3.
Carpet (50% recycled content material on 50% of all carpeted floor area)
4.
Biodegradable carpet and backing (50% of all carpeted floor area)
Engineered trim:
1.
Interior (80%)
2.
Exterior, including soffit, fascia and trim (75%)
Roofing material (50% recycled content material on 90% area)
RE 4: BUILDING REUSE
RE 4.0
Gut Rehab (project exposing wall cavities or removing exterior cladding) or Adaptive Reuse (for adaptive reu
to worksheet)
RESOURCE EFFICIENCY TOTAL

DU 1: PRODUCTS AND APPLICATIONS
DU 1.0
All roof valleys direct water away from walls, dormers, chimneys, etc.
DU 1.1
Install drainage plane per manufacturer's specifications
DU 1.2
Integrate drainage plane with:

1.
Window and door pan flashing at sills and side flashing
2.
Window and door head/top flashing
DU 1.3
Double layer of building paper or housewrap behind cementitious stucco, stone veneer or synthetic stone ven
walls
DU 1.4
Roof gutters discharge water 5' from foundation
DU 1.5
Flashing:
1.
Self-sealing bituminous membrane or equivalent at valleys and roof deck penetrations
2.
Step and kick-out flashing at wall/roof and wall/porch intersections, flashing 4 on wall surface and in
wall and roof/deck/porch drainage planes
DU 1.6
Continuous foundation termite flashing (Required if slab edge is insulated)
DU 1.7
Maintain 2" clearance between wall siding and roof surface
DU 1.8
Install air conditioner condensing unit pad
DU 1.9
Roof drip edge with 1/4" overhang
DU 1.10
Drain pan for water heaters and washing machines
REQUIRED AT PLATINUM, OPTIONAL AT GOLD AND CERTIFIED

DU 1.11
Enclosed crawlspace, if applicable to design
DU 1.12
Moisture-resistant wallboard in bathrooms

DU 1.13
Alternative termite treatment with no soil pretreatment
DU 1.14
Non-toxic pest treatment:

1.
All lumber in contact with foundation (36" above foundation)
2.
All lumber
3.
Mold inhibitor with warranty applied to all lumber
DU 1.15
Vented rain screen behind exterior cladding
DU 1.16
Install termite mesh system
DU 1.17
Exterior cladding (75% facade) with 30-year warranty
DU 1.18
Windows, doors and skylights with 25-year warranty
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DU 1.19
Insulate cold water pipes R-2
DU 1.20
All entrance doors have overhang 3' depth
DU 1.21
Roofing warranty:
1.
40-year
2.
50-year
DU 2: MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
DU 2.0
Gravel bed (57's, no fines) beneath sub-grade slabs, on grade slabs, or raised slabs
DU 2.1
100% coverage of 6mil vapor barrier beneath all slabs, in all crawlspaces
DU 2.2
Foundation drain on top of sub-grade footing
DU 2.3
DU 2.4
Patio slabs, walks and driveways sloped 1/4 per 1 away from building for 10 or to the edge of the surfac
less
Final site grade sloped 1/2 per 1 away from home for 10 or to the edge of the site, whichever is less
DU 2.5
Do not install wet or water-damaged building materials
DU 2.6
Capillary break between foundation and framing at exterior walls
DU 2.7
Drainage board and damp proofing for below-grade walls
DU 2.8
Design for or install additional dehumidification:

1.
Rough-in electrical plumbing for dehumidifier
2.
Install whole-house ENERGY STAR dehumidifier

DU 2.9
Foundation drain at outside perimeter edge of footing surrounded with 6" clean gravel and fabric filter

DU 2.10
Slab and crawlspace vapor barrier 10 mil or reinforced
DU 2.11
Humidistat or thermidistat used with whole-house variable speed cooling system
DU 2.12
Capillary break:
1.
Between ground/footing or footing/foundation
2.
Between foundation and framing for all walls
DURABILITY AND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT TOTAL

IAQ 1: COMBUSTION SAFETY
IAQ 1.0
No unvented combustion fireplaces, appliances, or space heaters
IAQ 1.1
No atmospherically vented water heaters or furnaces
IAQ 1.2
Sealed-combustion or electric water heater, must be installed in conditioned space
IAQ 1.3
Carbon monoxide detector required if combustion appliances exist (one per bedroom)
IAQ 2: INDOOR POLLUTANT CONTROL

IAQ 2.0
Protect all ducts until floor/wall finishing is complete
IAQ 2.1
Filter(s) easily accessible for property maintenance to service
IAQ 2.2
Provide rodent and corrosion proof screens with mesh 0.5" for all openings not fully sealed or caulked
IAQ 2.3
All outdoor supply air crosses filter prior to distribution
IAQ 2.4
All interior paints are 100g/L VOC content
IAQ 2.5
No carpet in below grade units
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IAQ 2.6
Filters are MERV 6

IAQ 2.7
IAQ 2.8
Certified low or no VOC materials:

1.
Interior paints
2.
Stains and finishes on wood floors
3.
Sealants and adhesives
4.
Carpet
5.
Carpet pad
6.
Carpet pad adhesive
Protect all bath fans until floor/wall finishing is complete

IAQ 2.10
No added urea-formaldehyde:
1.
Insulation
2.
Subfloor
3.
All cabinets, shelves, and countertops
IAQ 2.11
Seal all particle board surfaces with water-based sealant
IAQ 2.12
No carpet in all units
IAQ 2.13
No carpet in main living area of all units
IAQ 2.14
Permanent walk-off mats installed at each entry
INDOOR AIR QUALITY TOTAL

BE 0.1
IECC adopted by jurisdiction plus applicable state amendments
BE 0.2
Certified level projects must achieve a confirmed HERS Index 80
BE 0.3
Gold and Platinum level projects must achieve a confirmed HERS Index of of 75

BE 0.4
Confirmed HERS Index of 70
BE 1: AIR SEALING MEASURES

REQUIRED AT ALL LEVELS - DESIGN FOR UNIT COMPARTMENTALIZATION
BE 1.0
Vapor barriers installed under slabs and crawls only and not on any vertical surfaces
BE 1.1
Seal bottom plates to subfloor or foundation for entire unit envelope
BE 1.2
Block and seal joists cavities:

1.
Above supporting walls at cantilevered floors
2.
Under attic kneewalls
BE 1.3
Block stud cavities at change in ceiling height
BE 1.4
Install blocking and baffles in insulated and vented attics
BE 1.5
Seal penetrations through:
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Foundations and exterior wall assemblies
2.
Top and bottom plates
3.
Band and rim joists
4.
Insulated subfloor
5.
Sheathing
6.
Walls and ceilings in attached garages
7.
All ceilings
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BE 1.6
BE 1.7
BE 1.8
BE 1.9
Seal penetrations around:

1.
Shower, sinks, toilets and tub drains
2.
HVAC supply and return boots sealed to subfloor or drywall (floor, walls, or ceilings)
3.
Window and door rough openings
4.
All drywall penetrations (common walls between attached units included)
5.
Exhaust fans to drywall
6.
Attic pull-down stairs, scuttle holes and kneewall doors
7.
Chases
Seal seams and gaps in:

1.
Band joist sheathing
2.
Exterior wall sheathing
3.
All seams in SIP's
Install rigid air barriers:

1.
Behind tubs and showers on insulated walls
2.
At attic kneewall on attic-side (including skylight shafts)
3.
At chases in contact with the building envelope (including fireplace chases)
4.
Along staircases on insulated walls
5.
Along porch roofs
6.
At dropped ceiling/soffit
7.
At all band joists above unit separation walls
Install weather-stripping at:

1.
All exterior doors (if not included in door assembly)
2.
Attic kneewall doors, scuttle holes and pull down stairs
BE 1.10
All recessed can lights must be air tight, gasketed at all floors and also IC-rated in insulated ceilings; in Clim
insulate exterior surface of fixture to R-10
BE 1.11
Fire rated assemblies that do not use draft block in band areas must comply with Air Tight Drywall approach
BE 1.12
Units adjacent to fire walls or CMU walls with an air gap assembly must follow Air Tight Drywall approach

BE 1.13
Seal top plate to drywall at the attic level

BE 1.14
Comply with Air tight drywall approach (required if band area draft blocking is not used)
BE 1.15
Gypcrete on all framed floors separating unit envelopes
BE 1.16
Two pour application of gypcrete to include areas blocked by drywall
BE 1.17
Firewalls/party walls that eliminate air gap (UL 370 or equivalent)
BE 1.18
No recessed can lights installed
BE 2: BLOWER DOOR TEST

BE 2.0
Air Changes per Hour 5 ACH50

BE 2.1
BE 2.2
BE 3: INSULATION
BE 3.0
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BE 3.1
BE 3.2
1.
Framed R-19
2.
Cantilevered R-30
3.
Podium/Elevated Slab R-19
Walls:
1.
Exterior walls and band joists R-15
2.
Elevator walls adjacent to dwelling units R-13
3.
Foundation walls R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity

Climate Zone 2/3 R-5 continuous or R-13 cavity
Climate Zone 4 R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity
Ceilings/Roof:
1.
BE 3.3
BE 3.4
2.
Vented Flat: Climate Zone 4 R-38

Continuous Roof Deck: Climate Zone 4 R-20
3.
Sloped: Climate Zone 4 R-38
Attic/Roof:
1.
Install wind baffles at eaves in every vented bay, or equivalent air barrier at edge of ceiling
2.
Energy heel trusses or raised top plate
3.
Attic platforms allow for full-depth insulation below
Attic kneewall:
1.
Doors R-19
2.
Insulation and attic-side air barrier R-19
BE 3.5
Attic pull-down/ scuttle hole R-38
BE 3.6
When installing loose-fill attic insulation, card and rulers must be installed
BE 3.7
Steel framed buildings require thermal break R-7.5
BE 3.8
Grade II insulation quality at all building envelope locations
BE 3.9
Slab edge insulation R-10
BE 3.10
Exterior band areas have interior air barrier meeting required insulation values

BE 3.11
Insulation installation quality (floors, walls and ceilings):

1.
Grade I
2.
Grade II with insulated sheathing R-3 (100%)
BE 3.12
Corners R-6
BE 3.13
Headers R-3
BE 3.14
Fiberglass batts are unfaced/friction fit

BE 3.15
BE 3.16
BE 3.17
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1.
Exterior walls including band area
2.
Floor system over crawlspace or basement
Walls:
1.
Seal and insulate crawlspace walls R-10 continuous
2.
Insulate unfinished basement walls instead of ceiling
3.
Insulate basement walls with continuous insulation
4.
Insulate exterior walls and band joist R-19
5.
Insulate exterior walls and band joist R-20 or R-13 cavity plus R-5 insulated sheathing
Continuous exterior insulation:
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1.
R-3
2.
R-5
Ceilings:
1.
Flat Vented: Climate Zone 4 R-49
2.
3.
BE 3.19
Attic kneewall insulated R-22
BE 3.20
Insulate roofline R-30
BE 4: WINDOWS
BE 4.0
BE 4.1
BE 4.2
BE 4.3
Door U-factors and SHGC:

1.
U-factor 0.35
2.
SHGC 0.30
Window U-factor and SHGC:

1.
U-factor 0.35
2.
SHGC 0.30
Skylight U-factor and SHGC:

1.
U-factor 0.60
2.
SHGC 0.30
NFRC certified doors, windows and skylights with label

BE 4.4
BE 4.5
BE 4.6
Door U-factor:
1.
Opaque door: U factor 0.21
2.
Door with 50% glass: U-factor 0.27
3.
Door with > 50% glass: U-factor 0.32

1.
U-factor 0.32
2.
SHGC 0.27

1.
U-factor 0.55
2.
SHGC 0.27

BE 4.7
BE 4.8
BE 4.9

1.
U-factor 0.25
2.
SHGC 0.24

1.
U-factor 0.43
2.
SHGC 0.24
Glazing facing:
1.
West 2% of floor area
2.
East 3% of floor area
BE 4.10
1.5' overhangs over 80% of south windows
BE 4.11
Solar shade screens (min all east and west windows)
BE 4.12
Certified passive solar design (25% load reduction)
BE 4.13
Window area is 15% of conditioned floor area (all units)
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BE 5: ROOF
BE 5.0
Install green roof system:

1.
20% of roof area
2.
40% of roof area
3.
60% or above
HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDING ENVELOPE TOTAL

ES 1: HEATING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT
ES 1.0
Size and select all HVAC equipment in accordance with ACCA Manuals J and S:
1.
Complete load calculation utilizing ACCA Manual J 8th Edition Software or current ASHRAE based softw
or Carrier HAP) and submit to EarthCraft for review prior to issuing construction drawings. Loads mus
inputs.
2.
Based on worst case unit orientation per unit type
3.
Use 2009 ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals Climate Design Information for outdoor design tempera
4.
Indoor temperatures 70 F for heating and 75 for cooling
5.
Base infiltration on project team selected infiltration goal
6.
Use actual area, U-factor and SHGC for windows and doors, actual area and R-values of floors, walls ,
7.
Base mechanical ventilation on ASHRAE 62.2 or BSC-01 standard
8.
Cooling equipment and/or single-stage heat pump between 95%-125%
9.
Provide OEM data for each unique system type
10.
Internal loads that reflect design and occupancy 2400 Btu/h
ES 1.1
If programmable thermostat installed for heat pump, include adaptive recovery technology
ES 1.2
AHRI performance match all indoor/outdoor coils
ES 1.3
Non-CFC and non-HCFC refrigerant
ES 1.4
No electric resistant heat as primary heat source or reheat
ES 1.5
Heat pump efficiency 8.0 HSPF or equivalent COP
ES 1.6
Furnace efficiency 90 AFUE
ES 1.7
Cooling equipment 14 SEER or 11.5 EER

ES 1.8
Heating equipment efficiency:

1.
ENERGY STAR qualified furnace(s) 90 AFUE and within 40% of load calculation
2.
ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump(s) 8.5 HSPF and within 25% of load calculation
ES 1.9
Verification of proper refrigerant charge with subcooling deviation 3F or superheat deviation 5F
ES 1.10
ENERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment SEER 14.5

ES 1.11
Variable speed blower
ES 1.12
Ground-source heat pump(s) EER 17
ES 1.13
ENERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment SEER 16
ES 1.14
Heat pump efficiency 9.0 HSPF
ES 1.15
Dual-stage compressors
ES 1.16
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ES 1.17
Varible Refrigerant/Mini-Split system utilized for primary heating and cooling
ES 2: DUCTWORK / AIR HANDLER

ES 2.0
Seal air handlers and duct systems with mastic
ES 2.1
Code approved solid connector for all flex-to-flex connections
ES 2.2
Fully duct all supply and return ducts
ES 2.3
Duct insulation:
1.
R-6: Ducts in conditioned and interstitial spaces (between floors)
2.
R-8: Ducts in unconditioned space
ES 2.4
No ducts in exterior walls or vaulted ceilings and no plenum within 2' of roofline.
ES 2.5
Locate all air handlers within conditioned space
ES 2.6
Indoor coil protected until finished floor installed

ES 2.7
Install ducts per ACCA Manual D duct design
ES 2.8
Minimize pressure imbalance within units:

1.
Install jumper ducts, transfer grills, or dedicated return for each room
2.
Measured pressure differential 3pa between bedroom and return
ES 2.9
Install rigid duct work or pull all flex ducts with no pinches and support at intervals 5
ES 2.10
Measure and balance airflow for each duct run (20% of design)
ES 2.11
Verify supply and return duct static pressure
ES 2.12
HVAC system and ductwork is dry and clean

ES 2.13
Locate entire duct system within conditioned space

ES 2.14
Duct design and installation:

1.
No duct take-offs within 6" of supply plenum cap
2.
Rigid metal supply trunk line
3.
Space all supply duct take-offs 6 apart
4.
Install rigid circular duct as supply plenum
ES 2.15
Duct insulation in unconditioned spaces R-10
ES 2.16
Return plenum duct take-off free area is 120% of supply plenum duct take-off free area
ES 2.17
Design and construct accessible mechanical closets
ES 3: DUCT LEAKAGE TEST RESULTS

ES 3.0
Test duct leakage based on conditioned floor area (CFA):

1.
Leakage to outside 5%
2.
Total leakage 8%

ES 3.1
Test duct leakage based on conditioned floor area (CFA):

1.
2.
Total leakage 5%
ES 4: VENTILATION
ES 4.0
Install exhaust fans in all bathrooms and duct to outside
ES 4.1
Gas kitchen range vented to exterior 100 cfm fan
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ES 4.2
Outside air ventilation strategy complies with ASHRAE 62.2-2007 or BSC-01 and must be conditioned prior to
ES 4.3
When installed to achieve ES 4.1, design and install fresh air intakes:
1.
10' away from exhaust outlets , vehicle idling zones, parking garages
2.
2' above grade
3.
When run to soffit the duct must be extended and affixed through the soffit vent
4.
Fresh air duct may not be run to the roof
5.
Fresh air shutoff may not be controlled by humidistat
6.
Install rigid duct with insulation
7.
All intakes must be ducted to exterior of building
ES 4.4
Seal seams of all intake and exhaust ducts with mastic
ES 4.5
Duct clothes dryers to outside
ES 4.6
No power roof vents
ES 4.7
Back-draft dampers for kitchen and bathroom exhaust

ES 4.8
If installed, ceiling fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified (1/bedroom and 1 in living room)
ES 4.9
ENERGY STAR bath fans with properly sized ductwork and measured airflow 50 cfm
ES 4.10
Electric kitchen range vented to exterior 100 cfm fan
ES 4.11
Verify outdoor air supply ventilation airflow test within +/- 20% of design values
ES 4.12
Install and label accessible ventilation controls, with override controls for continuously operating ventilation fa
ES 4.13
Supply/exhaust fans rated at 3 sones (intermittent) and 1 sone (continuous)

ES 4.14
Radon resistant construction:

1.
Passive, radon/soil gas vent system labeled on each floor
2.
Radon test of building prior to occupancy
ES 4.15
Exhaust fan wired with light in bathroom
ES 4.16
Duct all exhaust fans with rigid duct

ES 4.17
Automatic (timer and/or humidistat) bathroom exhaust fan controls
ES 4.18
Energy recovery ventilator
ES 4.19
Vent storage room to outside
ES 5: WATER HEATER
ES 5.0
If gas, direct vent
ES 5.1
Heat trap on all storage water heaters
ES 5.2
Electric water heaters .93 EF
ES 5.3
Pipe insulation on first 2'

ES 5.4
High efficiency water heater Energy Factor (EF):

1.
Storage Gas .67 EF, Electric .95 EF
2.
Tankless: Gas .90 EF

ES 5.5
Type of water heater:

1.
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ES 5.6
2.
High efficiency tankless water heater ( .92 EF) with insulated buffer tank
3.
ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump hot water heater
Hot water piping insulation R-4 (100%)
ES 6: LIGHTING/APPLIANCES
ES 6.0
High-efficacy lighting in 100% of all permenant fixtures
ES 6.1
If installed, ENERGY STAR dishwasher
ES 6.2
If installed, ENERGY STAR refrigerator

ES 6.3
ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package

ES 6.4
ES 6.5
Control systems:
1.
Automatic indoor lighting controls
2.
Automatic outdoor lighting controls
Fixtures and bulbs:

A.
ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent fixtures or LED bulbs (100%)
B.
Ballasted compact fluorescents or LED bulbs at all recessed light fixtures
C.
Compact fluorescent bulbs (90%)
ES 7: COMMON AREA LIGHTING/APPLIANCES

ES 7.0
Ballasted compact fluorescents and/or LED bulbs in all corridor/breezeway and all common spaces
ES 7.1
If installed, ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washer
ES 7.2
If installed, high efficiency clothes dryer with moisture sensor

ES 7.3
ES 7.4
High Efficiency Exterior Lighting:

1.
Design to Reach IES guidelines: Lighting For Exterior Environments
2.
Achieve 50% reduction based on Advanced Energy Design Guide (ASHRAE/IES)
3.
High efficiency exterior lighting using 100% fluorescent and/or LED bulbs
High efficiency elevators
ENERGY EFFICIENT SYSTEMS TOTAL

WE 1: INDOOR WATER USE
WE 1.0
Meet National Energy Policy Act low flow standards for all fixtures
WE 1.1
Detect no leaks at any water-using fixture, appliance or equipment
REQUIRED AT PLATINUM , OPTIONAL AT GOLD AND CERTIFIED

WE 1.2
If installed, water treatment system NSF certified, 85% efficient
WE 1.3
If installed, water softeners certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 44
WE 1.4
Store 0.5 gal of water between water heater and fixture (not applicable to central systems)
WE 1.5
Low-flow fixtures (units and common facilities):
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WaterSense labeled toilet (1.28 avg. gal/flush)
2.
WaterSense labeled urinal (0.5 gal/flush)
3.
WaterSense lavatory faucet and accessories (1.5 gpm at 60 psi)
4.
WaterSense labeled Showerhead (2.0 gpm)
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WE 1.6
Toilet (1.1 avg. gal/flush)
WE 1.7
Waterless urinals in common areas
WE 1.8
Greywater system for toilet flushing
WE 1.9
Rainwater harvest system for indoor water use
WE 1.10
Hot water demand 0.13 gal of water between loop and fixture and 2 gal of water in loop between water h
fixture (not applicable to central systems)
WE 2: OUTDOOR WATER USE

WE 2.0
Cover all exposed soil with 2"-3" mulch layer
WE 2.1
Irrigation system:
1.
Must have rain sensor shutoff switch
2.
Provide operating manual to property management
3.
Provide irrigation system layout to property management
WE 2.2
If installed, ornamental water features must recirculate water and serve beneficial use
WE 2.3
Install plants to maintain distance 2' from home at maturity

WE 2.4
WE 2.5
Turf 40% of landscaped area

Vegetate slopes exceeding 4:1
WE 2.6
If installed, irrigation system is:
WE 2.7
(Max 4 points)
1.
Design, install, and audit irrigation system by WaterSense Irrigation Partner with no leaks
2.
Micro-irrigation system (e.g., drip irrigation) includes pressure regulator, filter and flush end assemblie
3.
Distribution uniformity 65% lower quarter
4.
Install sprinklers only on turfgrass, pop-up height 4"
5.
Establish grow-in phase and post landscape seasonal water schedules at irrigation controller
Drought-tolerant/native landscaping turf and plants
WE 2.8
xeriscapeTM guidebook given to property management or owner

WE 2.9
Test and amend soil
WE 2.10
Irrigation: (Max 5 points)
WE 2.11
1.
Greywater irrigation system
2.
Rainwater irrigation system
3.
Zone irrigation system for specific water needs in each planting area
4.
Provide weather station or soil moisture sensor on irrigation system
Timer on exterior water spigots
WATER EFFICIENCY TOTAL

EO 1: EDUCATION
EO 1.0
Provide property manager with project-specific owner's manual

EO 1.1
Local recycling contact
EO 1.2
Label all storm drain or storm inlets to discourage dumping of pollutants
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EO 1.3
Household hazardous waste resources
EO 2: OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT

EO 2.0
Provide all subcontractors with EarthCraft Multifamily worksheet

EO 2.1
Property Maintenance Staff representative attends design review and/or kick off meeting
EO 2.2
Market EarthCraft Multifamily program
EO 2.3
Provide pre-occupancy briefing for tenant
EO 2.4
Project participates in post occupancy project debriefing
EO 2.5
Environmental management and building maintenance guidelines for staff
EO 2.6
Landscape maintenance guide for maintenance and management personnel
EO 3: THIRD PARTY PROGRAMS

EO 3.0
ENERGY STAR Version 3
EO 3.1
Indoor airPLUS
EO 3.2
Qualify for WaterSense
EO 3.3
EarthCraft Community Certification
EO 3.4
EarthCraft Light Commercial for Community Center
EO 3.5
EarthCraft Light Commercial Ready Spaces
EO 3.6
Building America Builders Challenge
EDUCATION AND OPERATIONS TOTAL

INNOVATION (INV)
IN 1.0
On-site fuel cell or co-generation system
IN 1.1
Solar, micro-hydro or wind electric system
IN 1.2
Solar-ready design
IN 1.3
Solar electric system (10% of project requirements)
IN 1.4
100% of stormwater kept on site and used for development operations
IN 1.5
Common areas use solar electric system (80% of demand)
IN 1.6
Housing Affordability:
1
20% total units
50% total units
IN 1.7
Developer contracts for at least 12 months post construction energy monitoring
IN 1.8
Project specific innovation points: builder submits specifications for innovative products or design features to
to construction completion
INNOVATION TOTAL
WORKSHEET TOTAL
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Multifamily New Construction Worksheet
ALL LEVELS
Brownfield site
Previously developed site
Infill site
>50%
>75%
welling units per acre:

ALL LEVELS
onnectivity to existing:
Walking distance to bus line (1/4 mile)
Existing
Planned
Walking distance to rail/rapid transit (1/2 mile)
Existing
Planned
Biking distance to bike path (1/2 mile)
Existing
Planned
Walking distance to public openspace or greenspace 3/4 acre in size (1/2 mile)
Existing
Planned
Walking distance to mixed uses (1/4 mile)
6 or more mixed uses
4 or more mixed uses
hade at least 50% of hardscape within 30' of building
educe light pollution - all exterior lights full cutoff
rmanent stormwater control:

rvious paving for hardscapes and surface parking with appropriate sublayers
otect and restore riparian, wetland, and shoreline buffers
reet Trees are 40' on center at minimum
onnectivity to adjacent sites:

Vehicular access (2+ connections)
Dedicated pedestrian and bike access
ommunity Gardens
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utdoor Community gathering space
stall local endangered plant species on site to promote ecological productivity
stall plant species that serve as pollinators on site for regional wildlife
arking reduced below local ordinance (1:1 ratio)
PARATION AND PRESERVATION MEASURES
ALL LEVELS
orkshop on erosion and sediment control
te assessment identifying all greenspace and tree save potential
osion and sedimentation control plan
o not install invasive plants on site
omply with all federal, state, and local government erosion control and tree protection measures
hase I environmental testing and remediation plan (if applicable)
n-call personnel designated for erosion control during rain events
ownstream water quality testing (if applicable)
bel all storm drains or storm inlets to discourage dumping of pollutants
oad/vehicle cleaning protocols posted and enforced
ALL LEVELS
ee preservation and protection measures employed on site
ave site undisturbed and protect greenspace from future development (min 25%)
ll cleared logs (100%)
rind stumps and limbs for mulch (80%)
ee planting (12 trees per acre; trees 3" diameter)
TIVE TRANSPORTATION ACCOMODATIONS
ALL LEVELS
overed bike storage facility
nant access to business center
overed bus stop
N WASTE MANAGEMENT (CW)
ALL LEVELS
o construction materials burned or buried on site
nly state-approved landfills may be utilized
ALL LEVELS
ost waste management plan and divert 75% from landfill of:
Cardboard
Metal (including beverage containers)
Drywall (recycle or grind and spread on site)
Plastic (including beverage containers)
Shingles
WASTE MANAGEMENT TOTAL
ICIENCY (RE)
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ALL LEVELS
mit framing at all windows and doors
ngineered roof framing (90%)
PLATINUM AND GOLD, OPTIONAL AT CERTIFIED
dvanced Framing:
2-stud corners where structurally feasible
Ladder T-walls where structurally feasible
Size headers for loads (non-structural headers in non-load bearing walls)
ALL LEVELS
verage floor area of unit:

< 800 square feet
800-1100 square feet
oor joists are 24" on center (80%)
on-load bearing wall studs are 24" on center
D FRAMING PRODUCTS
ALL LEVELS
ecast insulated foundation walls (90%)
sulated concrete forms or precast autoclaved aerated concrete (90%):

Foundation walls
Exterior walls
ngineered wall framing (90%)
eliver panelized construction or SIPs to the site pre-framed (90%):

Exterior walls
Modular construction
ructural headers are steel or engineered wood (90%)
ECYCLED AND/OR NATURAL CONTENT MATERIALS
ALL LEVELS
se recycled concrete or alternate material as aggregate in foundation
eplace 25% of cement in concrete with fly ash or slag:

Slab and/or foundation walls (100%)
Exterior cladding and trim (75%)
ustainably harvested, FSC certified:

Lumber (50%)
Lumber/millwork: use no tropical wood
se building materials extracted, processed and manufactured 500 miles from site (1 point per product maximum 5 points)
eused, recycled, MDF with no added urea-formaldehyde, local species or FSC certified wood in all:
Cabinet faces
Countertops
xterior cladding and trim (25% recycled content material on 75% area)
sulation (25% recycled content material)
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Cork, natural linoleum, sealed concrete or bamboo flooring (20% of total floor area)
Recycled content tiles (30% recycled content material on 100% of tile floor area)
Carpet (50% recycled content material on 50% of all carpeted floor area)
Biodegradable carpet and backing (50% of all carpeted floor area)
ngineered trim:
Interior (80%)
Exterior, including soffit, fascia and trim (75%)
oofing material (50% recycled content material on 90% area)
ut Rehab (project exposing wall cavities or removing exterior cladding) or Adaptive Reuse (for adaptive reuse see addendum
worksheet)
CIENCY TOTAL
ND MOISTURE MANAGEMENT (DU)
TS AND APPLICATIONS
ALL LEVELS
l roof valleys direct water away from walls, dormers, chimneys, etc.
stall drainage plane per manufacturer's specifications
tegrate drainage plane with:

Window and door pan flashing at sills and side flashing
Window and door head/top flashing
ouble layer of building paper or housewrap behind cementitious stucco, stone veneer or synthetic stone veneer on framed
alls
oof gutters discharge water 5' from foundation

Self-sealing bituminous membrane or equivalent at valleys and roof deck penetrations
Step and kick-out flashing at wall/roof and wall/porch intersections, flashing 4 on wall surface and integrated with
wall and roof/deck/porch drainage planes
ontinuous foundation termite flashing (Required if slab edge is insulated)
aintain 2" clearance between wall siding and roof surface
stall air conditioner condensing unit pad
oof drip edge with 1/4" overhang
rain pan for water heaters and washing machines
PLATINUM, OPTIONAL AT GOLD AND CERTIFIED
nclosed crawlspace, if applicable to design
oisture-resistant wallboard in bathrooms
ALL LEVELS
ternative termite treatment with no soil pretreatment
on-toxic pest treatment:

All lumber in contact with foundation (36" above foundation)
All lumber
Mold inhibitor with warranty applied to all lumber
ented rain screen behind exterior cladding
stall termite mesh system
xterior cladding (75% facade) with 30-year warranty
indows, doors and skylights with 25-year warranty
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sulate cold water pipes R-2
l entrance doors have overhang 3' depth
oofing warranty:
40-year
50-year
RE MANAGEMENT
ALL LEVELS
ravel bed (57's, no fines) beneath sub-grade slabs, on grade slabs, or raised slabs
00% coverage of 6mil vapor barrier beneath all slabs, in all crawlspaces
undation drain on top of sub-grade footing
atio slabs, walks and driveways sloped 1/4 per 1 away from building for 10 or to the edge of the surface, whichever is
ss
nal site grade sloped 1/2 per 1 away from home for 10 or to the edge of the site, whichever is less
o not install wet or water-damaged building materials
apillary break between foundation and framing at exterior walls
rainage board and damp proofing for below-grade walls
esign for or install additional dehumidification:

Rough-in electrical plumbing for dehumidifier
Install whole-house ENERGY STAR dehumidifier
undation drain at outside perimeter edge of footing surrounded with 6" clean gravel and fabric filter
ALL LEVELS
ab and crawlspace vapor barrier 10 mil or reinforced
umidistat or thermidistat used with whole-house variable speed cooling system
apillary break:
Between ground/footing or footing/foundation
Between foundation and framing for all walls
D MOISTURE MANAGEMENT TOTAL
UALITY (IAQ)
STION SAFETY
ALL LEVELS
o unvented combustion fireplaces, appliances, or space heaters
o atmospherically vented water heaters or furnaces
ealed-combustion or electric water heater, must be installed in conditioned space
arbon monoxide detector required if combustion appliances exist (one per bedroom)
POLLUTANT CONTROL
ALL LEVELS
otect all ducts until floor/wall finishing is complete
ter(s) easily accessible for property maintenance to service
ovide rodent and corrosion proof screens with mesh 0.5" for all openings not fully sealed or caulked
l outdoor supply air crosses filter prior to distribution
l interior paints are 100g/L VOC content
o carpet in below grade units
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ters are MERV 6
ertified low or no VOC materials:

Interior paints
Stains and finishes on wood floors
Sealants and adhesives
Carpet
Carpet pad
Carpet pad adhesive
otect all bath fans until floor/wall finishing is complete
ALL LEVELS
o added urea-formaldehyde:
Insulation
Subfloor
All cabinets, shelves, and countertops
eal all particle board surfaces with water-based sealant
o carpet in all units
o carpet in main living area of all units
rmanent walk-off mats installed at each entry
ALITY TOTAL
MANCE BUILDING ENVELOPE (BE)
ALL LEVELS
CC adopted by jurisdiction plus applicable state amendments
ertified level projects must achieve a confirmed HERS Index 80
old and Platinum level projects must achieve a confirmed HERS Index of of 75
ALL LEVELS
onfirmed HERS Index of 70
ING MEASURES
ALL LEVELS - DESIGN FOR UNIT COMPARTMENTALIZATION
apor barriers installed under slabs and crawls only and not on any vertical surfaces
eal bottom plates to subfloor or foundation for entire unit envelope
ock and seal joists cavities:

Above supporting walls at cantilevered floors
Under attic kneewalls
ock stud cavities at change in ceiling height
stall blocking and baffles in insulated and vented attics
eal penetrations through:

Foundations and exterior wall assemblies
Top and bottom plates
Band and rim joists
Insulated subfloor
Sheathing
Walls and ceilings in attached garages
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eal penetrations around:

Shower, sinks, toilets and tub drains
HVAC supply and return boots sealed to subfloor or drywall (floor, walls, or ceilings)
Window and door rough openings
All drywall penetrations (common walls between attached units included)
Exhaust fans to drywall
Attic pull-down stairs, scuttle holes and kneewall doors
Chases
eal seams and gaps in:

Band joist sheathing
Exterior wall sheathing
All seams in SIP's
stall rigid air barriers:

Behind tubs and showers on insulated walls
At attic kneewall on attic-side (including skylight shafts)
At chases in contact with the building envelope (including fireplace chases)
Along staircases on insulated walls
Along porch roofs
At dropped ceiling/soffit
At all band joists above unit separation walls
stall weather-stripping at:

All exterior doors (if not included in door assembly)
Attic kneewall doors, scuttle holes and pull down stairs
l recessed can lights must be air tight, gasketed at all floors and also IC-rated in insulated ceilings; in Climate Zone 4,
sulate exterior surface of fixture to R-10
re rated assemblies that do not use draft block in band areas must comply with Air Tight Drywall approach
nits adjacent to fire walls or CMU walls with an air gap assembly must follow Air Tight Drywall approach
eal top plate to drywall at the attic level
ALL LEVELS
omply with Air tight drywall approach (required if band area draft blocking is not used)
ypcrete on all framed floors separating unit envelopes
wo pour application of gypcrete to include areas blocked by drywall
rewalls/party walls that eliminate air gap (UL 370 or equivalent)
o recessed can lights installed
DOOR TEST
ALL LEVELS
r Changes per Hour 5 ACH50
ALL LEVELS
ALL LEVELS
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Framed R-19
Cantilevered R-30
Podium/Elevated Slab R-19
Exterior walls and band joists R-15
Elevator walls adjacent to dwelling units R-13
Foundation walls R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity
Climate Zone 2/3 R-5 continuous or R-13 cavity
Climate Zone 4 R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity
eilings/Roof:
Vented Flat: Climate Zone 4 R-38
Install wind baffles at eaves in every vented bay, or equivalent air barrier at edge of ceiling
Energy heel trusses or raised top plate
Attic platforms allow for full-depth insulation below
tic kneewall:
Doors R-19
Insulation and attic-side air barrier R-19
tic pull-down/ scuttle hole R-38
hen installing loose-fill attic insulation, card and rulers must be installed
eel framed buildings require thermal break R-7.5
rade II insulation quality at all building envelope locations
ab edge insulation R-10
xterior band areas have interior air barrier meeting required insulation values
sulation installation quality (floors, walls and ceilings):

Grade I
Grade II with insulated sheathing R-3 (100%)
orners R-6
eaders R-3
berglass batts are unfaced/friction fit
ALL LEVELS
sulate with foam applied insulation:

Exterior walls including band area
Floor system over crawlspace or basement
Seal and insulate crawlspace walls R-10 continuous
Insulate unfinished basement walls instead of ceiling
Insulate basement walls with continuous insulation
Insulate exterior walls and band joist R-19
Insulate exterior walls and band joist R-20 or R-13 cavity plus R-5 insulated sheathing
ontinuous exterior insulation:
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Flat Vented: Climate Zone 4 R-49

tic kneewall insulated R-22
sulate roofline R-30
ALL LEVELS
oor U-factors and SHGC:

U-factor 0.35
SHGC 0.30
indow U-factor and SHGC:

U-factor 0.35
SHGC 0.30
kylight U-factor and SHGC:

U-factor 0.60
SHGC 0.30
FRC certified doors, windows and skylights with label
oor U-factor:
Opaque door: U factor 0.21
Door with 50% glass: U-factor 0.27
Door with > 50% glass: U-factor 0.32

U-factor 0.32
SHGC 0.27

U-factor 0.55
SHGC 0.27
ALL LEVELS

U-factor 0.25
SHGC 0.24

U-factor 0.43
SHGC 0.24
lazing facing:
West 2% of floor area
East 3% of floor area
5' overhangs over 80% of south windows
olar shade screens (min all east and west windows)
ertified passive solar design (25% load reduction)
indow area is 15% of conditioned floor area (all units)
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ALL LEVELS
stall green roof system:

20% of roof area
40% of roof area
60% or above
NCE BUILDING ENVELOPE TOTAL
ENT SYSTEMS (ES)
AND COOLING EQUIPMENT
ALL LEVELS
ze and select all HVAC equipment in accordance with ACCA Manuals J and S:
Complete load calculation utilizing ACCA Manual J 8th Edition Software or current ASHRAE based software (Trane Trace
or Carrier HAP) and submit to EarthCraft for review prior to issuing construction drawings. Loads must include detailed
inputs.
Based on worst case unit orientation per unit type
Use 2009 ASHRAE Handbook of Fundamentals Climate Design Information for outdoor design temperatures
Indoor temperatures 70 F for heating and 75 for cooling
Base infiltration on project team selected infiltration goal
Use actual area, U-factor and SHGC for windows and doors, actual area and R-values of floors, walls , and ceilings
Base mechanical ventilation on ASHRAE 62.2 or BSC-01 standard
Cooling equipment and/or single-stage heat pump between 95%-125%
Provide OEM data for each unique system type
Internal loads that reflect design and occupancy 2400 Btu/h
programmable thermostat installed for heat pump, include adaptive recovery technology
HRI performance match all indoor/outdoor coils
on-CFC and non-HCFC refrigerant
o electric resistant heat as primary heat source or reheat
eat pump efficiency 8.0 HSPF or equivalent COP
urnace efficiency 90 AFUE
ooling equipment 14 SEER or 11.5 EER
eating equipment efficiency:

ENERGY STAR qualified furnace(s) 90 AFUE and within 40% of load calculation
ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump(s) 8.5 HSPF and within 25% of load calculation
erification of proper refrigerant charge with subcooling deviation 3F or superheat deviation 5F
NERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment SEER 14.5
ALL LEVELS
ariable speed blower
round-source heat pump(s) EER 17
NERGY STAR qualified cooling equipment SEER 16
eat pump efficiency 9.0 HSPF
ual-stage compressors
ondenser units are spaced 2 feet apart
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arible Refrigerant/Mini-Split system utilized for primary heating and cooling
RK / AIR HANDLER
ALL LEVELS
eal air handlers and duct systems with mastic
ode approved solid connector for all flex-to-flex connections
ully duct all supply and return ducts
uct insulation:
R-6: Ducts in conditioned and interstitial spaces (between floors)
R-8: Ducts in unconditioned space
o ducts in exterior walls or vaulted ceilings and no plenum within 2' of roofline.
cate all air handlers within conditioned space
door coil protected until finished floor installed
stall ducts per ACCA Manual D duct design
nimize pressure imbalance within units:

Install jumper ducts, transfer grills, or dedicated return for each room
Measured pressure differential 3pa between bedroom and return
stall rigid duct work or pull all flex ducts with no pinches and support at intervals 5
easure and balance airflow for each duct run (20% of design)
erify supply and return duct static pressure
VAC system and ductwork is dry and clean
cate entire duct system within conditioned space
ALL LEVELS
uct design and installation:

No duct take-offs within 6" of supply plenum cap
Rigid metal supply trunk line
Space all supply duct take-offs 6 apart
Install rigid circular duct as supply plenum
uct insulation in unconditioned spaces R-10
eturn plenum duct take-off free area is 120% of supply plenum duct take-off free area
esign and construct accessible mechanical closets
KAGE TEST RESULTS
ALL LEVELS
st duct leakage based on conditioned floor area (CFA):

Total leakage 8%
ALL LEVELS
st duct leakage based on conditioned floor area (CFA):

Total leakage 5%
ALL LEVELS
stall exhaust fans in all bathrooms and duct to outside
as kitchen range vented to exterior 100 cfm fan
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utside air ventilation strategy complies with ASHRAE 62.2-2007 or BSC-01 and must be conditioned prior to distribution
hen installed to achieve ES 4.1, design and install fresh air intakes:
10' away from exhaust outlets , vehicle idling zones, parking garages
2' above grade
When run to soffit the duct must be extended and affixed through the soffit vent
Fresh air duct may not be run to the roof
Fresh air shutoff may not be controlled by humidistat
Install rigid duct with insulation
All intakes must be ducted to exterior of building
eal seams of all intake and exhaust ducts with mastic
uct clothes dryers to outside
o power roof vents
ack-draft dampers for kitchen and bathroom exhaust
installed, ceiling fans must be ENERGY STAR qualified (1/bedroom and 1 in living room)
NERGY STAR bath fans with properly sized ductwork and measured airflow 50 cfm
ectric kitchen range vented to exterior 100 cfm fan
erify outdoor air supply ventilation airflow test within +/- 20% of design values
stall and label accessible ventilation controls, with override controls for continuously operating ventilation fans
upply/exhaust fans rated at 3 sones (intermittent) and 1 sone (continuous)
adon resistant construction:

Passive, radon/soil gas vent system labeled on each floor
Radon test of building prior to occupancy
xhaust fan wired with light in bathroom
uct all exhaust fans with rigid duct
ALL LEVELS
utomatic (timer and/or humidistat) bathroom exhaust fan controls
nergy recovery ventilator
ent storage room to outside
ALL LEVELS
gas, direct vent
eat trap on all storage water heaters
ectric water heaters .93 EF
pe insulation on first 2'
gh efficiency water heater Energy Factor (EF):

Storage Gas .67 EF, Electric .95 EF
Tankless: Gas .90 EF
ALL LEVELS
pe of water heater:
Solar domestic (40% annual load based on unit demand)
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High efficiency tankless water heater ( .92 EF) with insulated buffer tank
ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump hot water heater
ot water piping insulation R-4 (100%)
G/APPLIANCES
ALL LEVELS
gh-efficacy lighting in 100% of all permenant fixtures
installed, ENERGY STAR dishwasher
installed, ENERGY STAR refrigerator
NERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package
ALL LEVELS
ontrol systems:
Automatic indoor lighting controls
Automatic outdoor lighting controls
xtures and bulbs:

ENERGY STAR qualified compact fluorescent fixtures or LED bulbs (100%)
Ballasted compact fluorescents or LED bulbs at all recessed light fixtures
Compact fluorescent bulbs (90%)
AREA LIGHTING/APPLIANCES
allasted compact fluorescents and/or LED bulbs in all corridor/breezeway and all common spaces
installed, ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washer
installed, high efficiency clothes dryer with moisture sensor
ALL LEVELS
gh Efficiency Exterior Lighting:

Design to Reach IES guidelines: Lighting For Exterior Environments
Achieve 50% reduction based on Advanced Energy Design Guide (ASHRAE/IES)
High efficiency exterior lighting using 100% fluorescent and/or LED bulbs
gh efficiency elevators
NT SYSTEMS TOTAL
ENCY (WE)
WATER USE
ALL LEVELS
eet National Energy Policy Act low flow standards for all fixtures
etect no leaks at any water-using fixture, appliance or equipment
PLATINUM , OPTIONAL AT GOLD AND CERTIFIED
installed, water treatment system NSF certified, 85% efficient
installed, water softeners certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 44
ore 0.5 gal of water between water heater and fixture (not applicable to central systems)
w-flow fixtures (units and common facilities):

WaterSense labeled toilet (1.28 avg. gal/flush)
WaterSense labeled urinal (0.5 gal/flush)
WaterSense lavatory faucet and accessories (1.5 gpm at 60 psi)
WaterSense labeled Showerhead (2.0 gpm)
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ilet (1.1 avg. gal/flush)
aterless urinals in common areas
reywater system for toilet flushing
ainwater harvest system for indoor water use
ot water demand 0.13 gal of water between loop and fixture and 2 gal of water in loop between water heater and furthest
xture (not applicable to central systems)
R WATER USE
ALL LEVELS
over all exposed soil with 2"-3" mulch layer
rigation system:
Must have rain sensor shutoff switch
Provide operating manual to property management
Provide irrigation system layout to property management
installed, ornamental water features must recirculate water and serve beneficial use
stall plants to maintain distance 2' from home at maturity
rf 40% of landscaped area

egetate slopes exceeding 4:1
installed, irrigation system is:
(Max 4 points)
Design, install, and audit irrigation system by WaterSense Irrigation Partner with no leaks
Micro-irrigation system (e.g., drip irrigation) includes pressure regulator, filter and flush end assemblies
Distribution uniformity 65% lower quarter
Install sprinklers only on turfgrass, pop-up height 4"
Establish grow-in phase and post landscape seasonal water schedules at irrigation controller
rought-tolerant/native landscaping turf and plants
riscapeTM guidebook given to property management or owner

ALL LEVELS
st and amend soil
rigation: (Max 5 points)

Greywater irrigation system
Rainwater irrigation system
Zone irrigation system for specific water needs in each planting area
Provide weather station or soil moisture sensor on irrigation system
mer on exterior water spigots
D OPERATIONS (EO)
ALL LEVELS
ovide property manager with project-specific owner's manual
ALL LEVELS
cal recycling contact
bel all storm drain or storm inlets to discourage dumping of pollutants
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ousehold hazardous waste resources
ONS AND MANAGEMENT
ALL LEVELS
ovide all subcontractors with EarthCraft Multifamily worksheet
ALL LEVELS
operty Maintenance Staff representative attends design review and/or kick off meeting
arket EarthCraft Multifamily program
ovide pre-occupancy briefing for tenant
oject participates in post occupancy project debriefing
nvironmental management and building maintenance guidelines for staff
ndscape maintenance guide for maintenance and management personnel
ARTY PROGRAMS
ALL LEVELS
NERGY STAR Version 3
door airPLUS
ualify for WaterSense
arthCraft Community Certification
arthCraft Light Commercial for Community Center
arthCraft Light Commercial Ready Spaces
uilding America Builders Challenge

OPERATIONS TOTAL
ALL LEVELS
n-site fuel cell or co-generation system
olar, micro-hydro or wind electric system
olar-ready design
olar electric system (10% of project requirements)
00% of stormwater kept on site and used for development operations
ommon areas use solar electric system (80% of demand)
ousing Affordability:
20% total units
50% total units
eveloper contracts for at least 12 months post construction energy monitoring
oject specific innovation points: builder submits specifications for innovative products or design features to EarthCraft prior
construction completion
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2015 Multifamily Construction

Specifications Sheet
Multifamily Construction Specifications Sh

Certification Level:
Certified
*CHOOSE LEVEL ON COVER SHEET**

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INSULATION
Program Minimums
Location
If Exposed or Accessible with Project
Scope
Grade 2 Installation
Exterior Walls
R-15 Grade 2
Floor over Bsmt/Crawl/Garage
R-19 Grade 2
Interior Partition/Party Walls
R-13 Grade 2
Cantilevered Floors
R-19 Grade 2
Adiabatic Ceilings/Floors
Flat Ceilings/Roof Deck
Vaulted or Sloped Ceilings
No Minimum
Vented Flat: R-38
Continuous Roof Deck: R-20
Attic Kneewalls
Insulation and attic-side air barrier R19
Rim/Band Joists
R-15 Grade 2
*Exterior band areas have interior air barrier*
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Poured Bsmt or Crawl Walls Specify whether
int. or ext.
Framed Bsmt Walls

Slab Edge & Under Slab
GLAZING
R-10 continuous
R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity
R-10 Slab Edge
Program Minimum
Main windows
.35 U-Value/.30 SHGC
Door w/ 50% Glass
Door w/ 50% Glass
Skylights
Ornamental Glass Locations
SOLID DOORS
Program Minimum
U-Value
Check type, specify R-Value when available
Front Door
.35 U-Value
Back Door
.35 U-Value
Other
.35 U-Value
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HVAC SYSTEMS
Program Minimum
AFUE/HSPF/SEER
-Air handler location,

Include make & model number
90% AFUE/8.2 HSPF/14 SEER

DUCT SYSTEMS
Floor
Location of duct system:

Program Minimums
Conditioned / Unconditioned space
Conditioned/Interstitial Space
Bottom Floor
Conditioned/Interstitial Space
Middle Floor(s)
Unconditioned Space
Top Floor
If no Duct System, is project specifying Mini/Multi-Split system (Highlight one)
Geothermal heat pumps, solar water heating, and PV require separate spec sheet Request from EarthCraft Virginia.
MECHANICAL VENTILATION
Specify Type: (highlight one)
Duct Diameter (in.):
Supply Only
Rate (CFM):
When using ERV/HRV or DOAS, enter specs below:
Sensible Recovery Efficiencies (%):
WATER HEATING
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ENERGY STAR Appliances
Make & Model number
- List type
Refrigerator
ADA Refrigerator
Dishwasher
ADA Dishwasher
Clothes Washer
(High Efficiency)
Clothes Dyer
Advanced Lighting
% Pin-Based Fluorescent Lighting Used
Interior
Exterior
Parking
Building Orientation*
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Orientation of front face
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SHGC
Wood, Solid core
Wood Panel
Give Thickness
Give Thickness
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Unit Type 1BR, 2BR, Etc.
AFUE or HSPF
Number of Returns
Programmable Thermostat?
Yes
from EarthCraft Virginia.
AL VENTILATION
Exhaust Only
Hours/Day:
Balanced
Fan Power (watts):
Total Recovery Efficiencies (%):
Efficiency
Factor
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Efficiency
Factor
Program Minimum
Efficiency Factor
.93 EF Electric
.93 EF Electric
.93 EF Electric
EF, kWh/yr
Program Requirement
- or other specification
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ENERGYSTAR Rated
ENERGYSTAR Rated
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Metal Polyurethane
Core
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Give Thickness
Give R-Value or UValue
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Heating
Insulation R-Value
Cooling
Minimum
R-Value
R-6
R-6
R-8
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Blower Door Test- Single Point Test Data
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ACH50
Pre Test Baseline Reading

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Fan Flow
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U-Value
SHGC
Glass Door Specifications
U-Value
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Showerhead
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EarthCraft Multifamily New Construction Workbook

City, State, Zip:

E&S Control Contact:

Pre-Drywall Inspection Date:

Design Review Date:

Final Inspection Date:

ECMF Kick Off Date:

EarthCraft Program Levels:

EarthCraft Multifamily Level:

II. Project design and specification:

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General Contractor Signature

Technical Advisor Signature

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e-Drywall Inspection Date:

***Choose Level Below

aft Multifamily Level:

RED LEVEL FROM DROP DOWN**

m verrification. In consideration of EarthCraft Multifamily certification, each

oints (Platinum) depending on the level of certification sought with all

uirements and applicable state amendments;

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ct has been constructed to the standards listed within this

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Workbook Checklist Instructions

Yes when compliant with program standards (cell

*This designation may only be used at the Pre-Drywall

Not applicable (cell stays white)

Insulation Grade 1 (cell turns green-pass)

Workbook Checklist Instructions

o track compliance with the EarthCraft Multifamily Program. The workbook is

n desired certifcation level and design parameters of project.

book and fill out pertinent project information.

d by current design stage and update as selections are made.

rent design stage and update as selections are made.

atus of all required inspection items through the following columns:

hen compliant with program standards (cell turns green)

designation may only be used at the Pre-Drywall Inspection

pplicable (cell stays white)

ation Grade 1 (cell turns green-pass)

Architect Checklist Certification Level:

SITE PLANNING (SP)

Erosion Control and Site Planning Measures accounted for in Drawings/Specifications

CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT (CW)

No construction materials burned or buried on site

Only state-approved landfills may be utilized

RESOURCE EFFICIENCY (RE)