Dallas Green Construction Code
Third Party Green & Energy Code Reviews
Dallas Energy Conservation Code
Required for:
- New construction
- Additions (including non-conditioned space)
Required for:
- New construction
- Additions
- Remodels that include any of the following:
- conversion of non-conditioned to conditioned space
- roof replacement
- new exterior doors and/or windows
- new HVAC systems
Plan Review
Email a full set of plansand any relevant cut sheets to mark@dfwgreencode.com
- The plans for new construction should contain the these notes:
Green Building Notes - New Construction.pdf
Green Building Notes - New Construction.dwg
- The plans for additions & remodels should contain these notes:
Green Building Notes - Addition.pdf
Green Building Notes - Addition.dwg
After my review I will provide you with the following to submit to the city:
- completed checklist for new construction or completed checklist for additions
- signed and notarized plan review affidavit
Inspection
An inspection must be done after the plumbing fixtures are installed prior to building final
After my inspection I will provide you with a signed and notarized final inspection affidavit which I will send in to the city.
Plan Review
Email a full set of plansand any relevant cut sheets to mark@dfwgreencode.com
The plans should indicate:
- R-values and location of insulation
- U-factor & SHGC for windows
- HVAC sizing & SEER rating
After my review I will provide you with an IC3 report for new construction or a REScheck report for additions and remodels. You will also receive an energy compliance path form to turn in with your permit application
Inspection
An inspection must be done at insulation rough-in before the walls are covered. A duct tightness test must be performed on new HVAC systems unless the system is fully within conditioned space. A blower door test is required for all new construction. I do not perform these tests. Go to the testing tab for for a list of certified Raters that I have worked with in the past. A final inspection is also required but can be done in conjunction with the final green inspection.
After my inspection I'll turn in the 2015 energy code compliance certificate directly to the city.