NGBS Green Interpretations & Compliance

NGBS Chapter 3: Scope

• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Accessory Structures
• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Chapter 305 Green Remodeling [Existing Buildings]
• Clarification: 2020 NGBS New Construction Mixed-Use Buildings Compliance
• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Multifamily/Multi-unit Practices Allowed for SF/BTR

NGBS Chapter 5: Lot Design, Preparation, and Development

NGBS Chapter 6: Resource Efficiency

NGBS Chapter 7: Energy Efficiency

• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Chapter 701 Section 701.1.4 Alternative Bronze and Silver Level Compliance
• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Chapter 701 Section 701.4.3.2 Grade I Insulation
• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Chapter 703 Envelope Leakage
• Interpretation and NGBS Green Compliance Guidance for Tropical Zones

NGBS Chapter 8: Water Efficiency

• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Appendix D: Water Rating Index (WRI 1 of 2)
• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Appendix D: Water Rating Index (WRI 2 of 2)
• Clarification: 2020 NGBS Chapter 8 Pools and Spas

NGBS Chapter 9: Indoor Environmental Quality

• Interpretation: Building Ventilation 902.2

NGBS Chapter 10: Operation, Maintenance, and Building Owner Education

NGBS Chapter 11: Existing Buildings

• Clarification: 2020 NGBS Chapter 11 Mandatory Practices
• Clarification: 2020 NGBS Chapter 11 Remodeling & Chapter 13 Commercial Spaces

NGBS Chapter 12: Certified Path for Single-Family Homes and Townhouses

• Interpretation: 2020 NGBS Chapter 12 Certified Path Energy Compliance

NGBS Chapter 13: Commercial Spaces

• Clarification: 2020 NGBS New Construction Mixed-Use Buildings Compliance
• Interpretation: Non-Residential Certification Material Selection 13.104.3