City of Santa Fe Green City of Santa Fe Green Building CodesBuilding Codes

Katherine MortimerCity of Santa Fe

2030 Challenge2030 ChallengeUS Conference of Mayors Agreement on Climate ChangeZero-energy new buildings by 2030Mandatory versus VoluntaryStart with new single-family residential structuresNext tackle non-residential and multi-familyThen on to existing structures, additions and renovations

Build Green New MexicoBuild Green New Mexico

Create a Northern New Mexico optionEligible for State tax incentivesTo be mandatory in the City of Santa FeAddresses more than just energy, also:

Project Implementation and Site DesignResource EfficiencyWater EfficiencyIndoor Environmental Quality; andOperation, Maintenance, and Sustainable Practices

Program Tailored to Northern NMProgram Tailored to Northern NM

More heating days than cooling daysTraditions in solar adobe and alternative building materialsConcept of offsets for water conservationFocus on building envelope and design efficiencyPoints for translating homeowners manual into Spanish

Benefits to HomeownersBenefits to HomeownersLower operating costs

Homes will use less electricity, natural gas or propane and water.

Increased comfortMore even temperatures and humidity

Improved environmental qualityLess off-gassing and more air exchanges

Enhanced durability and less maintenance

Better materials and construction techniques means less repair and maintenance

Higher Requirements for Larger Higher Requirements for Larger HomesHomes

Silver level and HERS 70 up to 3000 sf

Gold level and HERS 50 up to 5000 sf

Platinum level and HERS 25 up to 8000 sf

Emerald level and HERS 0 over 8000 sf

Completing the Checklist

A daunting task!

Work with a HERS Rater Early

It’s easier and more cost effective to work energy-saving elements into the design from the beginning

Use the User’s Guide

The User’s guide provides more detailed information on each item in the checklist

USER GUIDE

Section 1: Lot Design, Preparation and Construction

Identify goals with design and development teamSelect the site and building location on the siteDesign the siteProtect site during lot development and building constructionInstall permanent site conservation measures

Section 2: Resource Efficiency

Reduce quantity of materials and wasteEnhance durability and reduce maintenanceReuse materialsUse recycled content materialsRecycle waste materials during constructionUse renewable materialsUse resource-efficient materials

Section 3: Energy Efficiency

Integrated energy-efficient designMeasured Performance: HERS ratingAdditional points

Get a better than required HERS ratingUse specially trained HVAC designers and installersExtra duct, window and door sealingPassive and/or active solar design

Thermal Bypass Inspection Required

Section 4: Water Efficiency

Offsetting new water usage within the CityIndoor water useOutdoor water use

Section 5: Indoor Environmental Quality

Minimize potential sources of pollutantsManage potential pollutants generated in the homeMoisture management

Section 6: Operation, Maintenance, and Sustainable Practices

Homeowners ManualHomeowner educationSolid waste

Ask Questions

The City’s Green Building Code Administrator’s job is to help

Building Industry ProfessionalsBuilding Industry ProfessionalsHelp educate designers, builders and the public about the benefits of green constructionHelp show the economic benefits to assist with getting the value reflected in appraisalsShare what you learn in the processProvide feedback to the City so the Code can be updated and improved over time.

Check out the Code

Available at:http://www.santafenm.gov/index.aspx?nid=645

OR

www.santafenm.gov and click on the “Sustainability” button on the lower right portion of the page.