HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009/08/10 Board of Appeals & Advisors Agenda PacketBOARD OF APPEALS AND ADVISORS
Meeting Date: 08/10/09
Subject:
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING CHAPTER 15.12,
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, TO THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE.
B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ADOPTING THE CHULA VISTA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS.
Submitted By: Building Official
On July 10, 2008, Council approved Resolution No. 2008-177 in which Council adopted the
implementation plans for the Climate Change Working Group (CCWG) measures. Measure # 4,
Green Building Standards, consists of several components, one of which is the adoption of the
State Housing and Community Development's (HCD) standards that are in the California Green
Building Standards Code (CGBSC). The proposed ordinance, Attachment "A", adopts HCD's
green building standards and requires all residential and non-residential construction to comply
with the adopted standards.
RFC OMMF,NT)ATTON: Recommend to City Council the adoption of the ordinance and
resolution.
DISCUSSION -
Green building is a whole system approach to the design, construction and operation of buildings
that employs materials and methods that promote natural resource conservation, energy
efficiency and good indoor air quality. Paint, adhesives, carpets, and wood, among other
building materials, generally contain a wide array of chemical pollutants. These toxic substances
continue to be released into the indoor and outdoor atmosphere long after construction has been
completed. They can contaminate the air and water, and some substances remain in the
environment for many years. Because green buildings contain low -emitting materials, they pose
less of a risk to the building's occupants and the natural environment. Significant health benefits
can be gained like increased productivity and reduced absenteeism due to illness. Furthermore,
reducing the need for water reduces stress on the local water infrastructure and results in energy
and carbon savings from the reduced amount of water that needs to be transported and
distributed. This will also reduce the generation of wastewater reducing the need for sewer
infrastructure expansion.
The California Building Standards Commission (BSC) and the Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD) developed and approved a California Green Building
Standards Code (CGBC) gleaned from nationally recognized programs and based on an open
public adoption process. The BSC regulations for nonresidential buildings is currently intended
to be a voluntary guideline, while HCD's requirements for housing will become mandatory by
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State Law on January 1, 2011, and will be incorporated into the California building codes.
HCD's water efficiency and conservation measures will become mandatory on July 1, 2011.
The Implementation Plan proposed the early adoption of the State Housing and Community
Development's (HCD) version of the California Green Building Standards Code (CGBSC). As
proposed, the standards would apply to all new residential construction, remodels, additions, and
alterations, and to all new nonresidential construction, remodels, additions, and tenant
improvements. The Chula Vista Green Building Standards (CVGBS), Exhibit "A" to the
proposed City Council resolution, Attachment `B", lists the City's proposed green building
standards. Some of the standards such as site development and construction waste reduction are
existing requirements in the City's Municipal Code. They are included to reference the existing
standards.
Staff is not aware of any formal analysis on the upfront cost of implementing HCD's green
building standards. However, based on discussions with HCD staff and energy consultants,
incorporating HCD's green building features into a new residence will add about $0.40 to $0.80
per square foot to the construction cost. This equates to 0.3% to 0.7% of the construction cost of
a new residence assuming a $120 per square foot building construction cost. This upfront cost
should decrease as green building resources become more available in the market and the
construction industry becomes more accustomed to green building practices. As for savings to
the occupant, the 20% reduction in indoor water consumption should lower the monthly water
bill by about 10% assuming that 50% of the total water consumption is indoor water. This
should also lower the sewer bill due to the reduction in wastewater.
Building permit fees will need to be adjusted to recover the cost of plan review and inspection.
Staff estimates that it will take an additional hour of staff time to review and inspect a typical
2,500 square foot house. The additional staff time will vary based on the type and size of
buildings. The additional staff time will be accounted for in a comprehensive building permit fee
study which we anticipate to complete and take to City Council in December 09.
Staff is being trained on the CVGBS and is developing informational handouts and guides that
will be made available to the public.
If the Board approves a motion to recommend to the City Council the adoption of the ordinance and
resolution, staff will take the ordinance to City Council in early September 2009. The adopted
ordinance will then have to be filed with the BSC before it can take effect.
Attachments:
A. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING CHAPTER 15.12,
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, TO THE CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE.
B. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ADOPTING THE CHULA VISTA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS.
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Attachment A
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA ADDING
CHAPTER 15.12, GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS, TO THE
CHULA VISTA MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Chula Vista does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds as follows:
1. The City of Chula Vista has a long standing commitment to leadership in green building
standards, sustainable design and construction practices, water and other resource
conservation and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The City has committed to
reducing its citywide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 20% below 1990 levels by
2010.
2. GHG reduction has been mandated by Governor Schwarzenegger through executive
orders and in his signing into law AB 32 in 2006. AB 32 requires a reduction of GHG
emissions to 1990 levels by 2020.
3. A 2005 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory indicated that Chula Vista's annual
citywide greenhouse gas levels had increased by 35% since 1990 due primarily to
residential growth.
4. According to studies published by the United States Green Building Council, the
construction, demolition and operation of buildings in the United States collectively
consume up to 39% of the total energy used, 12% of all fresh water supply, and 40% of
all raw materials used in the United States. Buildings also generate 39% of total emission
of greenhouse gases.
5. The California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) and the Department of Housing
and Community Development (HCD) developed and approved a California Green
Building Standards Code (CGBSC) gleaned from nationally recognized programs and
based on an open public adoption process.
6. Green building design, construction, and operation can have a significant positive effect
on resource conservation, energy efficiency, waste and pollution generation, and the
health and productivity of a building's occupants over the life of the building. Requiring
commercial and residential projects to incorporate green building measures is necessary
and appropriate to achieve the public health and welfare benefits of green building.
7. Modifications to the California Building Standards, as detailed in this Ordinance, are
reasonably necessary due to local climatic conditions. As a result of high summer
ambient temperatures and periods of heat waves, average load demand and peak load
demand of energy used in Chula Vista is an important factor concerning public safety and
adverse economic impacts of power outages or power reductions. Reduction of total and
peak energy use will have local and regional benefits in the reduction of energy costs for
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the building owner, additional available system energy capacity, and a reduction in
greenhouse gas emissions.
SECTION II. That Chapter 15.12 is added to the Chula Vista Municipal Code and reads as
follows:
Chapter 15.12
Green Building Standards
Sections:
Section 15.12.001
Purpose
Section 15.12.005
Scope
Section 15.12.010
Definitions
Section 15.12.015
Conflicting Provisions
Section 15.12.020
Administration
Section 15.12.025
Alternate Materials, Methods of Design and Methods of Construction
Section 15.12.030
Green Building Standards
Section 15.12.035
Administrative Procedures
Section 15.12.040
Appeal
Section 15.12.001 Purpose
The purpose of this Chapter is to enhance the public health and welfare by promoting the
environmental and economic health of the City through the design, construction, maintenance,
operation and deconstruction of buildings and other site development by incorporating green
building practices into all development. The green building provisions referred to in this Chapter
are designed to achieve the following goals:
A. Increase energy efficiency in buildings;
B. Encourage water and resource conservation;
C. Reduce waste generated by construction projects;
D. Provide durable buildings that are efficient and economical to own and operate;
E. Promote the health and productivity of residents, workers, and visitors to the city.
Section 15.12.005 Scope
The provisions of this Chapter shall apply to all new residential construction, remodels,
additions, and alterations, and to all new nonresidential construction, remodels, additions, and
tenant improvements for which a building permit has been applied for on or after the effective
date of this Chapter ("Covered Projects").
Section 15.12.010 Definitions
For the purposes of this Chapter, the following words have the meanings shown in this
section. Where a term is not defined in this section, but is defined in Chapter 15.06, or the
technical codes Chapters 15.08, 15.10, 15.16, 15.24, 15.26, and 15.28, such term shall have the
meaning ascribed to in Chapter 15.06, or the technical codes Chapters 15.08, 15.10, 15.16, 15.24,
15.26, and 15.28. Where terms are not defined, they shall have their ordinarily accepted
meanings within the context with which they are used. Words used in the singular include the
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plural, and the plural the singular. Words used in the masculine gender include the feminine, and
the feminine include the masculine.
"Building Official" means the officer or other designated authority charged with the
administration and enforcement of this chapter, or duly authorized representative.
"Chula Vista Green Building Standards" means the green building measures that have
been adopted by City Council, and which may be amended from time to time.
"Green Building" means a holistic approach to design, construction, and demolition that
minimizes the building's impact on the environment, the occupants, and the community.
Section 15.12.015 Conflicting Provisions
When conflicts occur between this Chapter and other chapters, codes or laws, those
provisions providing the greater safety to life shall govern. In other conflicts where sanitation,
life safety or fire safety are not involved, the most restrictive provisions shall govern. If there is a
conflict with a state or federal law, the higher authority would prevail; if the laws are consistent
but the local is more restrictive, the more restrictive would govern.
When there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific requirement, the
specific requirement shall apply.
Section 15.12.020 Administration
The Building Official is authorized and directed to enforce all the provisions of this
chapter and to adopt and enforce rules and regulations supplemental to this chapter as may be
deemed necessary to clarify the application of the provisions of this chapter. Such
interpretations, rules and regulations shall be in conformity with the intent and purpose of this
chapter.
Section 15.12.025 Alternate Materials, Methods of Design and Methods of Construction
The provisions of this chapter are not intended to prevent the use of any material, method
of design or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this chapter, provided an
alternate has been approved and its use authorized by the Building Official.
The Building Official may approve an alternate, provided the Building Official finds that
the proposed design is satisfactory and complies with the provisions of this chapter and that the
material, method or work offered is, for the purpose intended, at least the equivalent of that
prescribed in this chapter.
The Building Official may require documentation necessary to make findings for
approval. The details of an action granting approval of an alternate shall be recorded and entered
in the files of the Building Division.
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Section 15.12.030 Green Building Standards
Buildings and building sites covered under Section 15.12.005 shall be designed to include
Green Building measures, which have been adopted by City Council resolution as the "Chula
Vista Green Building Standards," and which may be amended from time to time.
Section 15.12.035 Administrative Procedures
A. Submittal of Documents. As part of the application for a building permit, construction
plans and specifications shall indicate in the general notes or individual detail drawings
the Green Building Standards and product specifications and methods of construction
that are required by this Chapter.
The Building Official may require the applicant to retain the services of a consultant
having expertise in Green Building and/or energy efficiency techniques to review and
evaluate complex systems and/or alternate methods or materials of construction and
provide recommendations as to compliance with the requirements of this Chapter. The
cost of such consultant shall be paid by the applicant.
B. Approval of Permit Application. Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, no
building permit shall be issued for any covered project until the Building Official has
determined that the plans and specifications submitted for the building permit are in
compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
C. Compliance Verification. The Building Official shall verify that the Green Building
measures and specifications indicated on the permitted plans and construction
documents are being implemented at foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing,
mechanical, and any other required inspections, and prior to issuance of a final
certificate of occupancy. Additional inspections may be conducted as needed to ensure
compliance with this chapter. During the course of construction and following
completion of the project, the city may require the applicant to provide information and
documents showing use of products, equipment, and materials specified on the permitted
plans and documents.
If, at any stage of construction, the Building Official determines that the project is not
being constructed in accordance with the permitted plans and documents, a Stop Order
may be issued pursuant to CVMC Section 15.06.060.D. At the discretion of the Building
Official, the stop work order may apply to the portion of the project impacted by
noncompliance or to the entire project. The stop work order shall remain in effect until
the Building Official determines that the project will be brought into compliance with
the permitted plans and documents and this Chapter.
Prior to final building approval or issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the Building
Official shall review the information submitted by the applicant and determine whether
the applicant has constructed the project in accordance with the permitted plans and
documents. If the Building Official determines that the applicant has failed to construct
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the project in accordance with the permitted plans and documents, then the final building
approval and final certificate of occupancy may be withheld, until the Building Official
determines that the project is in compliance with this Chapter.
Section 15.12.040 Appeal
The Board of Appeals and Advisors as established by Chapter 2.26 is hereby designated
to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the Building Official
relative to the application and interpretation of this Chapter. The Board shall render all decisions
and findings in writing to the Building Official and provide a copy to the appellant. The decision
of the Board is final.
SECTION III. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance will take effect and be in force thirty days after final passage.
Submitted by:
Gary Halbert
Deputy City Manager/
Director of Development Services
Approved as to form by
Bart Miesfeld
City Attorney
Attachment B
RESOLUTION NO.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA
ADOPTING THE CHULA VISTA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
WHEREAS, on July 10, 2008, City Council adopted the Implementation Plans for the
Climate Change Working Group Measures; and
WHEREAS, a component of the Implementation Plan for Climate Change Working
Group Measure No. 4, Green Building Standards, proposed the early adoption of the
State Housing and Community Development's version of the California Green Building
Standards Code; and
WHEREAS, staff is presenting to Council an ordinance adding Chapter 15.12, Green
Building Standards, to the Municipal Code to require green building measures at time of
residential and non-residential construction; and
WHEREAS, staff compiled the applicable green building measures into a document titled
the Chula Vista Green Building Standards (attached as Exhibit "A"); and
WHEREAS, the Environmental Review Coordinator has reviewed the proposed activity
for compliance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined
that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA
Guidelines; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines the
activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
WHEREAS, the Board of Appeals and Advisors, at their August 10, 2009 meeting,
recommended that Council adopt the Chula Vista Green Building Standards.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista
that it hereby adopts the Chula Vista Green Building Standards, attached as Exhibit "A",
as the green building standards in the City of Chula Vista.
Presented by Approved as to form by
Gary Halbert
Deputy City Manager/Development
Services Director
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Bart C. Miesfeld
City Attorney
Exhibit A
Chula Vista Green Building Standards
Per Chula Vista Municipal Code Chapter 15.12, Green Building Standards, the following green
building measures shall apply to all new residential construction, remodels, additions, and
alterations, and to all new nonresidential construction, remodels, additions, and tenant
improvements.
nefinitinns
"Building Official" means the officer or other designated authority charged with the
administration and enforcement of this chapter, or duly authorized representative.
"Composite wood products" include hardwood plywood, particleboard, and medium density
fiberboard. Composite wood products does not include hardboard, structural plywood, structural
panels, structural composite lumber, oriented strand board, glued laminated timber as specified
in "Structural Glued Laminated Timber" (ANSI A190.1-2002) or prefabricated wood I joists.
"Energy Code" means the California Energy Code, as adopted and amended by the City in
Chapter 15.26 of the Municipal Code.
"Green Building" means a holistic approach to design, construction, and demolition that
minimizes the building's impact on the environment, the occupants, and the community.
"Infiltration" means an uncontrolled inward air leakage from outside a building or unconditioned
space, including leakage through cracks and interstices, around windows and doors and through
any other exterior or demising partition or pipe or duct penetration.
"MERV" means filter minimum efficiency reporting value, based on ASHRAE 52.2-1999.
"Moisture content" means the weight of the water in wood expressed in percentage of the weight
of the oven -dry wood.
"Outdoor Air" (Outside air) means air taken from outdoors and not previously circulated in the
building.
"VOC" means volatile organic compound and is broadly defined as a chemical compound based
on carbon chains or rings with vapor pressures greater than 0.1 millimeters of mercury at room
temperature. These compounds typically contain hydrogen and may contain oxygen, nitrogen
and other elements. See California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 17, Section 94508(a).
Stand,qrds
Buildings and building sites shall be designed to include the following green building measures:
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A. Storm Water Management and Discharge Control. Projects shall comply with the
requirements of Chapter 14.20, Storm Water Management and Discharge Control and the
City of Chula Vista Development Storm Water Manual.
B. Construction Waste Reduction, Disposal and Recycling. Projects shall comply with the
requirements of Municipal Code Section 8.25.095, Construction and Demolition Debris
Recycling.
C. Energy Efficiency. Buildings shall meet the requirements of the Chula Vista Municipal
Code Chapter 15.26, Energy Code.
D. Air Sealing.
Join is and openings. Openings in the building envelope separating conditioned
space from unconditioned space needed to accommodate gas, plumbing, electrical
lines and other necessary penetrations must be sealed in compliance with the
Energy Code. Annular spaces around pipes, electric cables, conduits, or other
openings in plates at exterior walls shall be protected against the passage of
rodents by closing such openings with cement mortar, concrete masonry or similar
method acceptable to the building official.
2. Other openin gs. Whole house exhaust fans shall have insulated louvers or covers
which close when the fan is off. Covers or louvers shall have a minimum
insulation value of R-4.2.
E. Water Use
1. Indoor Water Use
a. 20% Savings. A schedule of plumbing fixtures and fixture fittings that will
reduce the overall use of potable water within the building by 20% shall be
provided. The reduction shall be based on the maximum allowable water use
per plumbing fixture and fittings as required by the California Building
Standards Code. The 20% reduction in potable water use shall be demonstrated
by one of the following methods.
i. Each plumbing fixture and fitting shall meet the 20% reduced flow rate
specified in Table 2, or
ii. A calculation demonstrating a 20% reduction in the building "water use
baseline" as established in Table 1 shall be provided. For low-rise
residential occupancies, the calculation shall be limited to the following
plumbing fixture and fitting types: water closets, urinals, lavatory faucets
and showerheads.
b. Multiple showerheads serving one shower. When single shower fixtures are
served by more than one showerhead, the combined flow rate of all the
showerheads shall not exceed the maximum flow rates specified in the 20%
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reduction column contained in Table 2 or the shower shall be designed to only
allow one showerhead to be in operation at a time.
TABLE 1
WATER USE BASELINE
Fixture Type
Flow -rate 2
Duration
Daily uses
Occupants 3,4
Showerheads
2.5 gpm @80 psi
8 min.
1
X
Showerheads
2.5 gpm @ 80 psi
8 min.
1
X
Residential
Lavatory Faucets
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
0.25 min.
3
X
Residential
Kitchen Faucets
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
4 min.
1
X
Replacement Aerators
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
X
Wash Fountains
2.2 [rim space (in.)
X
/ 20 gpm
60 psi]
Metering Faucets
0.25 gallons/cycle
.25 min.
3
X
Metering Faucets for
.25 [rim space (in.)
.25 min.
X
Wash
/ 20 gpm
Fountains
@ 60 psi]
Gravity tank type
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male
X
Water Closets
3 female
Flushometer Tank
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male
X
Water Closets
3 female
Flushometer Valve
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male
X
Water Closets
3 female
Electromechanical
1.6 gallons/flush
1 flush
1 male
X
Hydraulic Water
3 female
Closets
Urinals
1.0 gallons/flush
1 flush
2 male
X
Fixture "Water Use" = Flow rate x Duration x Occupants x Daily uses
Except for low-rise residential occupancies, the daily use number shall be increased to three if urinals are not
installed in the room.
2 The Flow -rate is from the CEC Appliance Efficiency Standards, Title 20 California Code of Regulations;
where a conflict occurs, the CEC standards shall apply.
s For low rise residential occupancies, the number of occupants shall be based on two persons for the first
bedroom, plus one additional person for each additional bedroom.
a For non-residential occupancies, refer to Table A, Chapter 4, 2007 California Plumbing Code, for occupant
load factors.
TABLE 2
FIXTURE FLOW RATES
Fixture Type Flow -rate
Maximum flow rate at
20% Reduction
Showerheads 2.5 gpm @ 80 psi
2 gpm A 80 psi
Lavatory Faucets 2.2 gpm P 60 psi
1.8 gpm @ 60 psi
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Residential
Kitchen Faucets
2.2 gpm @ 60 psi
1.8 gpm @ 60 psi
Wash Fountains
2.2 [rim space (in.) / 20
gpm @ 60 psi]
1.8 [rim space (in.) / 20
gpm @ 60 psi]
Metering Faucets
0.25 gallons/cycle
0.2 gallons/cycle
Metering Faucets for Wash
Fountains
0.25 [rim space (in.) / 20
gpm @ 60 psi]
0.20 [rim space (in.) / 20
gpm 60 psi]
Gravity tank type Water
Closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush
Flushometer Tank Water
Closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush
Flushometer Valve Water
Closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush
Electromechanical
Hydraulic Water Closets
1.6 gallons/flush
1.28 gallons/flush
Urinals
1.0 gallons/flush
0.8 gallons/flush
Includes water closets with an effective flush rate of 1.28 gallons or less when tested per ASME A112.19.2
and ASME A112.19.14.
2. Outdoor Water Use
Landscape and lawn areas must conform to the City's outdoor water use policies
as detailed in the Chula Vista Landscape Manual, Chula Vista Water Conservation
Plan Guidelines and other applicable municipal water conservation ordinances.
F. Pollutant Control
1. Covering o f duct openings and protection of mechanical equipment during
construction. At the time of rough installation, or during storage on the
construction site and until final startup of the heating and cooling equipment, all
duct and other related air distribution component openings shall be covered with
tape, plastic, sheetmetal or other methods acceptable to the building official to
reduce the amount of dust or debris which may collect in the system.
2. Finish material. Finish materials shall comply with the following:
a. Adhesives and sealants. Adhesives used on the project shall meet the
following requirements:
i. Adhesives, adhesive bonding primers, and adhesive primers shall comply
with the following table:
Table 3
Adhesive VOC Limit
Less Water and Less Exempt Compo nds in Grams per Liter
Architectural Applications VOC Limit
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Indoor Carpet Adhesives
50
Carpet Pad Adhesives
50
Outdoor Carpet Adhesives
150
Wood Flooring Adhesive
100
Rubber Floor Adhesives
60
Subfloor Adhesives
50
Ceramic Tile Adhesives
65
VCT and Asphalt Tile Adhesives
50
Dry Wall and Panel Adhesives
50
Cove Base Adhesives
50
Multipurpose Construction Adhesives
70
Structural Glazing Adhesives
100
Single Ply Roof Membrane Adhesives
250
ii. Aerosol adhesives shall meet the requirements of California Code of
Regulations, Title 17, commencing with Section 94507.
b. Paints and coatings. A rchitectural paints and coatings shall comply with the
following table:
Table 4
Coating VOC Limits
Grams of VOC Per Liter of Coating, Less Water and Less Exempt Compounds
Coating Category
Limit
Bond Breakers
350
Clear Wood Finishes
Varnish
Sanding Sealers
Lacquer
275
275
275
275
Clear Brushing Lacquer
275
Concrete -Curing Compound
100
Dry -Fog Coatings
150
Fire -Proofing Exterior Coatings
350
Flats
50
Floor Coatings
50
Graphic Arts (Sign) Coatings
500
Industrial Maintenance (IM) Coatings
High Temperature IM Coatings
Zinc -Rich IM Primers
100
420
100
Japans/Faux Finish Coatings
350
Magnesite Cement Coatings
450
Mastic Coatings
300
Metallic Pigmented Coatings
500
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Multi -Color Coatings
250
Nonflat Coatings
50
Pigmented Lacquer
275
Pre -Treatment Wash Primers
420
Primers, Sealers, and Undercoaters
100
Quick -Dry Enamels
50
Quick -Dry Primers, Sealers, and
Undercoaters
100
Recycled Coatings
250
Roof Coatings
Roof Coatings, Aluminum
50
100
Roof Primers, Bituminous
350
Rust Preventative Coatings
100
Shellac
Clear
Pigmented
730
550
Specialty Primers
100
Stains
Interior
100
250
Swimming Pool Coatings
Repair
Other
340
340
Waterproofing Sealers
100
Waterproofing Concrete/Masonry
Sealers
100
Wood Preservatives
Below -Ground
Other
350
350
Verification of compliance with this section shall be provided at the request of the
building official. Documentation may include, but not limited to, the following:
a. Manufacturers product specification.
b. Field verifi cation of on-site product containers.
3. Carpet systems.
a. All carpet installed in the building interior shall meet the testing and product
requirements of one of the following:
i. Carpet and Rug Institute's Green Label or Green Label Plus Program
ii. CA Dept. of Public Health Standard Practice for the testing of VOCs
(Specification 01350).
iii. Department of General Services, California Gold Sustainable Carpet Standard.
iv. Scientific Certifications Systems Indoor AdvantageTM Gold.
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b. Carpet cushion. All carpet cushion installed in the building interior shall meet the
requirements of the Carpet and Rug Institute Green Label program.
c. Carpet adhesive. All carpet adhesive shall meet the requirements of Table 1.
4. Composite wood products. Hardwood, pl ywood, particleboard, and medium density
fiberboard composite wood products used on the interior or exterior of the building shall
meet the requirements for formaldehyde as specified in Table 3.
Table 5
Formaldehyde Limits
Maximum formaldehyde emissions in parts per million
Phase 1
Phase 2
Product
Current Limits
Jan 1, 2010
Jan 1, 2011
Jan 1, 2012
Jul 1, 2012
Hardwood Plywood
Veneer Core
0.08
0.05
Hardwood Plywood
Composite Core
0.08
0.05
Particle Board
0.18
0.09
Medium Density
Fiberboard
0.21
0.11
Thin Medium Density
Fiberboard (max.
0.21
0.13
thickness of 8 mm)
Documentation. Verification of compliance with this section shall be provided as
requested by the building official. Documentation shall include at least one of the
following.
a. Product certifications and specifications.
b. Chain of custody certifications.
c. Other methods acceptable to the building official.
G. Indoor Moisture Control
1. Moisture content of building materi als. Building materials with visible signs of water
damage shall not be installed. Wall and floor framing shall not be enclosed when the
framing members exceed 19% moisture content. Moisture content shall be verified in
compliance with the following.
a. Moisture content shall be determined with either a probe -type or a contact -type
moisture meter.
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b. Moisture readings shall be taken at a point 2 feet to 4 feet from the gradestamped
end of each piece to be verified.
c. At least three random moisture readings shall be performed on wall and floor
framing with documentation acceptable to the building official provided at the time
of approval to enclose the wall and floor framing.
Insulation products which are visibly wet or have a high moisture content shall be
replaced or allowed to dry prior to enclosure in wall or floor cavities. Wet applied
insulation products shall follow the manufacturers drying recommendations prior to
enclosure.
H. Indoor Air Quality and Exhaust
Bathroom exhaust fans. Mechanical exhaust fans required in rooms containing a
bathtub, shower, or tub shower combination shall be ENERGY STAR compliant and
shall terminate outside the building.
2. Filters. Heating and air conditioning filters shall be rated at MERV 6 or higher. Duct
system design shall account for pressure drop across the filter.
I. Operation and maintenance manual. At time of final inspection of a new residential or
commercial building, the builder shall place in the building a manual which includes all
of the following:
1. Directions to the owner o r occupant that the manual shall remain with the building
throughout the life -cycle of the structure.
2. Operation and mainten ance instructions for the following.
a. Equipment and appliances.
b. Roof and yard drainage, including gutters and downspouts.
c. Air filters.
d. Landscape irrigation systems.
3. I nformation from local utility, water and waste recovery providers on methods to
further reduce resource consumption and recycle.
4. Public transportation and/or carpool options availa ble in the area.
5. Educational material on t he positive impacts of an interior relative humidity between
30-60% and what methods an occupant may use to maintain the relative humidity
level in that range.
6. I nformation about water conserving landscape and irrigation design and controllers
which conserve water.
7. I nstructions for maintaining gutters and downspouts and importance of diverting water
at least five feet away from foundation.
8. I nformation on required routine maintenance measures, including but not limited to,
caulking, painting, grading around building, etc.
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