Title24 is known as an Energy Compliance Report, it is also referred as Title24 Compliance Certificate and lastly it is known as the California Building Standards Code. Being comprised of twelve portions each portion deals with a specific area in the construction of a building. Section 6 necessitates that all building structures meet rigorous energy requirements. The requirements have to be met assuming the building is a new construction or and add on, and contains heating-cooling equipment. There is a specific package use when performing the building calculations. It is best to let a specifically designed company to interpret lengthy codes and perform complex calculations. Without proper training the average person cannot figure the calculations. There are many companies that offer guarantees, that contractors building plans will be in compliance with the building standards codes, and energy calculations of the state they are building in. It is always in the best interest of the reader to find a good reputable company before paying any fees. The Internet is loaded with many good companies, there is bound to be one in your area. In general, if your project requires a building permit, it will require Title 24 calculations. An example of a project that would not require a calculations report would be an addition to a house like a garage that requires no heating or cooling equipment. You will still require a building permit, but none of the extras. The Title24 Building Standards Code and Energy Compliance Report package requirements are a complete set of plans computer generated or hard copy, project address with a reachable contact number, window, door, ceiling, and wall heights. The most important information needed will be, lighting fixture schedule, information on an existing or new hot water heater, and information on an existing or new HVAC system. This is a good system to regulate the building and energy in America.
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