R1.3 – The Energy Code and Additions, Alteration, and Repairs

Make sure to use the GoToWebinar link to obtain video access, this is required and verified for CEU credit. VIDEO VIEWING IS REQUIRED!

CEU’s: 1 AIA, 1 BPI, 1 CSL, 1 Building official

Residential Webinar – The Energy Code and Additions, Alteration, and Repairs

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Residential renovations, alterations, repairs, and additions make up the largest proportion of building permit applications; yet confusion abounds as to how the energy code applies such as when duct testing is required, how should ducts be insulated, and blower door testing requirement for additions. This course will cover several of the most common types of existing home projects and describe the applicability of the most important energy code provisions.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Learning Objective 1:
Compare Massachusetts stretch energy code requirements for existing buildings to the base energy code requirements for existing buildings

Learning Objective 2:
Discuss the energy code requirements for additions

Learning Objective 3:
Discuss the energy code requirements for alterations

Learning Objective 4:
Discuss the energy code requirements for change of occupancy