Main Takeaways From the 2022 Title 24 Update

Per the three-year mandate, the California Energy Commission (CEC) has proposed the new 2022 update to the state building code. This code, otherwise known as Title 24, creates the minimum energy requirements for new construction on buildings. Title 24 is meant to aid in energy conservation and green design, enacting restrictions to help climate change and move construction and architecture into a more energy-efficient form. This code applies to all buildings, not just ones built by the state, which makes it pertinent for contractors, architects, and more to understand what changes are being made to the Title 24 code. Limit …

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Jul 15, 2021 By Bridget Foley

California Code Wars: Best California Permit Expediter

Being a California permit expediter I see firms from all over the nation try to break into the California market and not realize there are additional regulations tied to working in my home state. In this blog, I want to delve into conservation and energy regulations and some special reviews. While other states have adopted these regulations they have adopted them differently than California has. California Environmental and Energy Laws No conversation on California regulations would be complete without mentioning CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act). This act mandates state and local governments to identify environmental impacts and actions they will …

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Apr 18, 2018 By admin

8 Keys to Understanding Title 24 in California

Introduction If you’ve worked on construction in California since 1978, or more aptly since 2013, then you have struggled to understand the spider-web process that is the California Code of Regulations, or CCR, of Title 24. Even then, understanding Title 24 won’t necessarily help you go through the process of compliance any faster. We’ve interviewed Permit Advisor’s Adam Van Dale, Project Manager, to help explain the process and best practices. PA: First off, what does Title 24 affect in terms of projects? AVD: Title 24 covers mechanical, electrical, and plumbing standards that affect energy use in the state of California. …

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Mar 28, 2016 By admin