Built Green Checklist

Builders are required to choose one of the three methods (items #1, #2 or #3 below) of meeting the Energy Efficiency Minimum Requirement. Note that item #2 requires a higher level of testing than required by the program’s random verification process, and that item #3, ENERGY STAR®, exceeds the “minimum” requirement; hence option #2 and #3 are awarded points while option #1 is not. Note that item #4 provides additional points, but is NOT a method of compliance under the Energy Efficiency Requirement.

**NOTE: All Built Green-registered homes permitted on or after October 1, 2008, must comply with ENERGY STAR® for New Homes energy efficiency and verification criteria. Effective October 1, 2008, ENERGY STAR® for New Homes energy efficiency and verification standards will be the sole method of energy efficiency compliance for the Built Green program. Please see the Guide to the Built Green Checklist, www.EnergyStar.gov, or consult with your Energy Rater for further details on the requirements of the ENERGY STAR® for New Homes program.

REQUIRED CATEGORIES:
Builders are required to select at least one option from each of the indicated categories: X. Energy Efficiency: Mechanical Heating & Cooling Systems; XI. Energy Efficiency: Air Distribution Systems; XII. Health and Safety: Improved Indoor Air Quality; XIII. Health and Safety: Moisture Management; XVI. Energy Efficiency: Lighting; XVIII. Material Resource Efficiency: Framing; XXIII. Resource Conservation: Water. However, there is no required minimum number of points for these categories. Required categories are identified in the Checklist.

Builders are required to provide the corresponding verification documents where noted in the far right column at the time of random verification inspection. Points will not be awarded unless proper documentation is provided where required. Making note of those requirements and collecting those documents from the outset will improve the process and help ensure successful completion of random verification. 5% of all registered homes will be randomly verified for compliance at the builder’s expense by a Built Green approved rater of the builder’s choice.

The 2008 Checklist is effective on homes permitted on or after May 1, 2008. Homes must be registered at time of permit issuance. Each home is required to have a minimum total of 75 points from the Checklist. Each home is required to be duly registered with the program.

*NOTE: Full explanations, requirements, graphics, charts and links to accompany this Checklist can be found in the Guide to the Built Green Checklist, located online @ www.builtgreen.org, available to all members, or for sale through the Built Green program

RESNET-accredited HERS Rating of 85 points or less when using the expanded HERS “INDEX” score based on the 2006 HERS Reference Home verified on a 15% or higher random basis in order to take these points.

• 15% sampling must include at least one rating of each product type (examples of product types include: single family detached, condo and townhome) and from-plans ratings from each plan type or product with a change in energy efficient features within the product type.

RESNET-accredited HERS Rating of 85 points or less when using the expanded HERS “INDEX” score based on the 2006 HERS Reference Home verified on a 5% random basis as required by the program’s random verification process.

• 5% sampling must include at least one rating of each product type (examples of product types include: single family detached, condo and townhome) and from-plans ratings from each plan type or product with a change in energy efficient features within the product type.

House meets ENERGY STAR® criteria by either the Prescriptive or Performance paths as outlined by the US Environmental Protection Agency - Cannot Combine with Item #1
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House meets 2005 Federal Residential Energy Efficiency Tax Credit of $2,000, available under the Energy Policy Act of 2005. See following website for additional information: www.energytaxincentives.org/tiap-new-homes.html

Note: This item provides additional points, but is NOT a method of compliance under the Minimum Energy Efficiency Requirement
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Trees and natural features on site protected during construction by completing ALL of the following:

• Develop a tree/plant preservation plan with no disturbance zone clearly delineated on drawings
• Execute plan by minimizing disturbance of and damage to trees/plants designated for protection through installation of fencing
• Avoid trenching, significant change in grade and compaction of soil in critical root zones

Existing trees and vegetation designated for preservation are prepared for the impacts of construction by a Certified Arborist through pruning, root pruning, fertilization and watering
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Save and reuse all site topsoil, protecting from erosion prior to redistribution
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Leave undisturbed at least 40% of previously undeveloped lot area (on lots larger than 1/3 acre)
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Use sun-tempered design to reduce heating and cooling needs of building by completing ALL of the following:

• Home orientation allows solar heating (long dimension is w/in 30 degrees of solar south)
• South glass area is between 5-7% of total finished floor area (FFA)
• West glass area is ≤2% of total FFA
• East glass area is ≤4% of total FFA
• North glass area is ≤4% of total FFA

Home designed for passive solar heating by contributing ≥33% of the home’s annual heating needs - Requires Items #9, #39
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Provide designated location and rough-in on south roof area for future hot water heating and photovoltaics (PV) by completing ALL of the following:

• Provide minimum of 200 square feet of clear (free of penetrations, stacks, vents, etc.) and un-shaded roof area 30° of solar south
• Provide rough in of piping (both electrical conduit and insulated water piping) from roof (attic area) to utility/mechanical area
• Provide minimum area ≥ 6 square feet near electrical service panel/breaker box for future solar equipment
• Provide ≥10 square foot area in mechanical room for future solar hot water tank

Active solar thermal heating system installed, providing ≥20% of homes annual heating
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Solar electric system or other onsite renewable energy source (such as photovoltaics, wind, etc.), provides the following of the home’s electrical needs:
More Information ≥10% (8)
≥25% (10)
≥50% (15)

Solar water heating system provides 50% or more of the home’s hot water heating needs.
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50% of total installed outdoor lighting (walkway, area, and other outdoor lighting) is solar powered (photovoltaic) based on fixture count.
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Provide buyer the first year enrollment costs of 100% of electric power provided by Xcel Energy WindSource Program or other local utility.
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Renewable/clean fuels. Biodiesel (B20 or better), propane, hybrid, E-85 or CNG fuel is used for builder fleets or contractor vehicles. 1 point per vehicle, (max. 5 pts)
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2 Vehicles (2)
3 Vehicles (3)
4 Vehicles (4)
5+ Vehicles (5)

Reinforced structural concrete slab, supported by structural piers or footings (creating a void space between the earth and slab for potential movement of soils) with minimum R-6 rigid insulation below concrete slab
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Rigid insulation forms that provide permanent insulation to the foundation (ICFs)
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Frost-protected shallow foundation:
More Information Min R-10 insulation installed to a depth of 4’ below grade (in climate zones 5 and lower) (5)
Min R-10 insulation installed to a depth of 6’ below grade (in climate zones 6 and higher) (5)

Insulated foundation with rigid R-10 foam insulation from footer to top of wall.
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Full height interior below grade basement wall insulation, and/or crawl space insulation, R-11 or higher (R-13 or higher if insulation is installed in framed cavities).
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Full height interior above grade crawl space insulation, R-19 or higher.
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Home has blown insulation on 85% or more of above grade wall, floor and ceiling area, such as:

 
More Information Cellulose (6)
Fiberglass (6)
Non-toxic spray foam (6)
Rock wool (6)

R-3.5 or better insulated exterior wall sheathing on 75% or more exterior wall area. - Cannot Combine with Item #113
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Insulated headers: Minimum R-10, on all exterior headers including load bearing exterior windows and doors
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Raised heels of 6” or more on trusses to provide for full-height insulation over top wall plate.
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8" (4)
10" (5)

Advanced Rim Joist Insulation. This item can be achieved by one of the following:
More Information Using an engineered, SIP-like product for rim section (3)
Installing an inch or more of rigid foam on the exterior face of the rim joist, integrated with the drainage plane (3)
Using a combination of rigid foam sealed with spray foam (3)
Using high-density spray foam insulation on the interior bays of the floor joists. (3)

Where vapor retarders are required by code, variable-permeance or “smart” products are used.
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Advanced insulation package. Points awarded according to components listed below:
More Information ≥R20 in wall cavities (+3)
≥R38 in ALL attics/ceilings, including vaulted ceilings (in climate zones 5 and under) (+3)
≥R49 in ALL attics/ceilings, including vaulted ceilings (in climate zones 6 and higher) (+3)
≥R13 continuous insulation in basement (cannot take points for framed cavities) (+2)
≥R10 under slab edge (+1)
≥R10 under entire slab (includes at and below grade) (+2)

Insulation quality control: high-quality installation is confirmed by one of three methods:
More Information Contractor is certified under the NAHB’s certified installer program (1)
Insulation is inspected by a third-party during pre-drywall inspection (Type I Installation, per National Home Energy Rating Standards) (3)
Insulation is inspected by a third-party during pre-drywall inspection (Type II Installation, per National Home Energy Rating Standards) (2)
Builder demonstrates in-house inspection process through verified documentation, or other equivalent contractor certification program (1)

Advanced sealing package in addition to basic sealing practices, must complete ALL of the following:

• Seal at top and bottom plates and at all exterior wall corners
• Seal all attic penetrations, & install weather stripped attic hatch, insulated to equivalent attic R-value, with secure closure mechanism
• Seal at all mechanical penetrations with foam or caulk (both interior and exterior walls)
• Seal around all windows and doors with caulk, foam or other insulating materials (i.e. chinking)

No recessed can lights installed in building’s insulated ceiling/thermal envelope.
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ALL recessed can lights, including between all floors, are air tight and insulation contact rated
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Blower door test verifies one of the following: (Requires ALL mechanical equipment/combustion appliances be closed combustion, i.e. direct-vent or power vented exhaust, including furnace/boiler, hot water heater, fireplaces, etc.) - Requires Item #61
More Information 0.35 ACH or less (2)
0.25 ACH or less (4)
0.15 ACH or less (6)

Low-E, NFRC Rated window and glass doors comprise =≥90% of total above-grade glass area:
More Information U=0.35 or lower (4)
U=0.30 or lower (8)

ALL basement windows are Low-E, NFRC rated at U=0.35 or lower, NO metal bucks
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Exterior doors (excluding glass doors), choose one or both of the following:
More Information Exterior doors Insulated to R-5 or greater (excludes house to garage door) (+2)
House to garage door insulated to R-5 or greater (+1)

Overhangs and/or fixed shading elements designed to provide seasonal shading on ≥50% of south facing glass area (e.g., two foot overhang, between one and two feet above south windows).
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Strategies to reduce heat gain and/or heat loss on south, east or west facades. (max 3 points)
More Information Exterior-mounted sunscreens or operable shutters (+1)
Operable insulated window coverings (+1)
Operable awnings (+1)
Other architectural elements (such as covered porches) (+1)

Whole house fan installed with a minimum R-19 insulated seasonal cover and instructions provided to homeowner on safe operation of unit.
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ENERGY STAR® qualified ceiling fans installed. (1 point per fan, max 4 pts) (add points if ENERGY STAR® ceiling fan light kit is provided)
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1 Ceiling Fan + 1 Light Kit (2)
2 Ceiling Fans (2)
2 Ceiling Fans + 1 Light Kit (3)
2 Ceiling Fans + 2 Light Kits (4)
3 Ceiling Fans (3)
3 Ceiling Fans + 1 Light Kit (4)
3 Ceiling Fans + 2 Light Kits (5)
3 Ceiling Fans + 3 Light Kits (6)
4 Ceiling Fans (4)
4 Ceiling Fans + 1 Light Kit (5)
4 Ceiling Fans + 2 Light Kits (6)
4 Ceiling Fans + 3 Light Kits (7)
4 Ceiling Fans + 4 Light Kits (8)

HVAC equipment sized according to ACCA Manual J 8th edition (or equivalent) room by room heat load calculation. Calculations shall be based on 99% Outdoor temperatures published in the ASHRAE Handbook of fundamental for the home’s location or most representative city.
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ENERGY STAR® qualified furnace, boiler with sealed combustion air or air source heat pump with R410 (Non HCFC refrigerant) based on an ARI Region IV, Heating Season Performance Factor (HSPF).
More Information Furnace ≥90% AFUE (8)
Furnace ≥92% AFUE (9)
Furnace ≥94% AFUE (10)
Boiler ≥85% AFUE (8)
Boiler ≥87% AFUE (9)
Boiler ≥90% AFUE (10)
Air Source Heat Pump - HSPF ≥ 8.5 (8)
Air Source Heat Pump - HSPF ≥ 9 (9)
Air Source Heat Pump - HSPF ≥ 9.5 (10)

Furnace and/or boiler centrally located (center 1/3rd of house envelope/footprint). Requires no air handling equipment, return ducts or un-sealed supply ducts in garage. - Requires Item #57
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Electronically commutated motor (ECM) on air handler/furnace.
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Baseboard or in-floor heating system installed per requirements listed in Guide to the Built Green Checklist - Requires Items #43, #44
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Ground-source heat pump system, either radiant or air-ducted, for space heating with a coefficient of performance (COP) of: If system uses refrigerant, must be non-HCFC based, to take this point.
More Information ≥3.3 COP (10)
≥3.6 COP (15)

Central air conditioner or ground source heat pump, with an equipment matched SEER level, as determined by an ARI coil/condenser equipment match, a Thermal expansion valve (TXV), and maximum over-sizing of units is <15% of Manual J. - Requires Item #43
More Information ≥13 SEER (3)
≥13 SEER and contains non-HCFC refrigerant (7)
≥14 SEER (4)
≥14 SEER and contains non-HCFC refrigerant (8)
≥16 SEER (5)
≥16 SEER and contains non-HCFC refrigerant (9)
≥18 SEER (6)
≥18 SEER and contains non-HCFC refrigerant (10)

Zoning utilizing two or more thermostats controlling separate heating and/or cooling zones from a single system, or zoning using two or more separate systems. Item #57 is required if using a forced air system or if ducts are located in unconditioned space.
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Energy Star® programmable thermostat.
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Ducts sized and installed in accordance with room-by-room loads calculations for sizing ductwork using ACCA Manual D.
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No panned joist spaces or building cavities used for return air; i.e. fully ducted return systems are required
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ALL ductwork joints and penetrations sealed with either:
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Aerosolized sealant system (2)

Any ducts outside conditioned space are sealed with mastic and insulated to a minimum ≥R-8 (supply) and ≥R-8 (return) - Requires Item #57
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Provide pressure relief to all rooms having a door other than baths, kitchens, closets and pantries by using means other than door undercuts (e.g. transfer grilles, dedicated returns, etc.)
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Total duct leakage is demonstrated to not exceed: (choose only one)
More Information 10% of rated high fan flow, if ALL ducts and Air Handler are located WITHIN the conditioned space (10)
5% of rated high fan flow if ANY ducts or Air Handler are located OUTSIDE the conditioned envelope (10)

Fire-safe temporary heating and drying system is used during construction that does not introduce moisture or toxins into the work environment (no Salamanders or the home’s eventual furnace which will heat the occupied home)
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House meets American Lung Association Health House standards
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Design and install a whole building ventilation system that complies with ASHRAE standard 62.2 - 2003, "Ventilation and Acceptable Indoor Air Quality in Low-Rise Residential Buildings". Total ventilation air (cubic feet per minute/CFM) shall be calculated by the following equation: CFM = (total # of bedrooms + 1) X (7.5 CFM) + (0.01 X total conditioned square feet). Methods of compliance include: (choose only one)
More Information Controlled whole house supply air system (6)
Controlled whole House exhaust air system (6)
Balanced ventilation system (6)

Heat recovery ventilator (HRV) or air-to-air heat exchanger. - Requires Item #61
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Domestic water heating equipment meets one of the following (Electric does not qualify): - Cannot Combine with Item #96
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Sealed-combustion (5)

ALL Fireplaces and/stoves in home must meet the following criteria to take this point: (See Guide for full requirements on EACH item)

• Gas fireplace are power or direct vent AND must have an electronic ignition
• Factory built, wood burning fireplaces must be EPA certified
• Pellet or other solid fuel burning stoves must meet ASTM E1509 –04
• Wood stove and fireplace inserts must be EPA certified

Install an integrated whole house HEPA filter, must be connected to ductwork with dedicated exhaust/supply points.
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HVAC filters rated MERV 8 at 295 feet per minute or higher according to ASHRAE 52.2-1999. HVAC equipment shall be able to accommodate pressure drop from filter selected for the system.
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Active or passive radon mitigation installed to EPA guidelines.
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Energy Star® low sone (less than 1.5) exhaust fans (2 points per fan, max. 6 points)
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2 Exhaust Fan (4)
3+ Exhaust Fans (6)

Exhaust fan in garage rated for continuous operation, minimum 100 CFM exhaust, on timer, with either occupant sensor or wired to garage door opener or other means of automatic activation.
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Garage detached from all living areas. As an alternative, attached garage is isolated from house by extensive air-sealing, with pressure diagnostic at 45 Pa or greater, verified by testing. MUST meet the following criteria to take this point:

• No air handling equipment, return ducts or un-sealed supply ducts in garage
• Any sleeping area above garage requires a carbon monoxide detector

Provide kitchen range hood (including appliance range hood combinations) vented to the exterior capable of exhausting at least 100 CFM (Per ASHRAE 62.2, 2003)

• If equipment is capable of exhausting ≥ 400 CFM, then requires ALL sealed combustion appliances

Install hardwired carbon monoxide detector outside main sleeping areas that meets the Canadian Standards Association’s “Standard for Residential Carbon Monoxide Alarming Devices” (CSA 6.19-01), or Laboratory UL 2034 or equivalent.
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Central Vacuum (canister unit) installed outside conditioned space rated at 500 air watts or greater and including an electric motor-driven floor brush.
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All carpet throughout the home meets one of the following criteria:
More Information Carpet must comply with the Carpet and Rug Institute’s (CRI’s) Green Label Plus program (low VOC carpet and pad) (2)
No carpets installed in 100% of home (i.e. hard-surfaced flooring) (2)

Insulation used throughout the house meets the indoor air quality standards of GreenGuard, SCS, California 1350, or Berkeley Labs.
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UV Light installed in supply duct system above A/C coil.
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OSB produced with non-formaldehyde based adhesives used for sub floor.
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OSB produced with non-formaldehyde based adhesives used for sheathing.
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Ceramic tile installed with low toxic adhesives
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Only low toxicity, solvent-free adhesives used throughout. Standard is less than 150 grams/liter of VOCs.
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Cabinet finish coat done with water based finishes containing VOC content of less than 250 grams per liter.
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Water-based urethane finishes on wood floors.
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Water-based lacquer finishes on woodwork
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All panel ends, edges and cuts of any particle board must be sealed with impermeable water-based sealer prior to painting.
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Insulation used throughout house contains no formaldehyde binders.
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All wall, ceiling and trim paints have zero to minimal VOC content. (trim excluded for zero-VOC requirement)
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Interior paints/coatings: interior satin, semi-gloss or high-gloss ≤150 grams/liter AND/OR interior flat/eggshell ≤50 grams/liter of VOCs (+2)
Exterior paints: flat exterior ≤ 100 grams/liter AND/OR exterior satin, semi-gloss or high-gloss ≤ 200 grams/liter of VOCs (+1)

Sill plate sealed with foam sill gasket to act as capillary break.
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Full exterior drainage plane integrated shingle-style with pan-flashed and face-flashed door and window openings, as designated in EEBA "Water Management Guide", or equivalent.
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Implementation of proper roof flashing and moisture management techniques, to include ALL of the following:

• Installation of drip edge at the entire perimeter of the roof
• Flashing where sloped roofs meet gable wall ends/all vertical walls (integrated into drainage plane)
• Use of kick-out flashings at wall eave intersections (integrated into drainage plane)
• At wall/roof intersections maintain ≥ 2” clearance between wall cladding and roofing materials

Smooth, non-granular self-adhering roof underlayment on the following:
More Information Eaves extending 24” past exterior wall plane, and on all valleys, and roof penetrations (4)
Entire roof area (6)

Downspout Extensions. Downspouts discharge at least 5 feet away from foundation, measured perpendicular to the foundation wall; landscaping edging does not interfere with discharge; tip-up hooks are removed prior to closing. Buried downspouts must be day-lighted.
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A capillary break and vapor barrier located under concrete basement floor slabs, to include each of the following:

• Install 3” to 4” of course gravel under entire slab area to act as a capillary break
• Install 6 mil polyethylene on top of gravel in direct contact with concrete floor to act as a vapor barrier

Conditioned at-grade insulated crawl space with an airtight, minimum 10 mil continuously sealed ground cover. (Must see Guide to the Built Green Checklist for additional requirements) - Requires Item #63
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Conditioned below-grade crawl space with an airtight, minimum 10 mil continuously sealed ground cover (Must see Guide to the Built Green Checklist for additional requirements) - Requires Item #63
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Ground-source (desuperheater) and/or waste heat recovery water heating.
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Side arm water heater off of sealed combustion boiler with AFUE ≥85% - Cannot Combine with Item #63
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Tankless water heater with .80 EF or greater. Minimum flow of 5.3 GPM with 50-degree temperature rise. - Requires Item #63
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Water heaters with energy factors (EF) equal to or greater than the following:
More Information Gas Water Heater EF ≥.62 (tank-type water heaters) - Requires Item #63 (1)
Electric Water Heater EF ≥.92 (tank-type water heaters) (1)

Insulate all hot water lines to all locations with standard flexible pipe insulation of R-3 or better.
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Install efficient hot water delivery system by one of the following methods: - Requires Item #99
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Central manifold "home-run" distribution system. Trunk line from water heater to central manifold shall be ≤10', and all branch lines shall be <1/2" in diameter (3)
Structured plumbing system with hot water circulation loop run to within 10 feet of all hot water fixtures (all branch lines shall be ≤10 feet) (3)

Drain wastewater heat recovery system installed.
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Dishwasher is an ENERGY STAR® labeled product.
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Refrigerator is an ENERGY STAR® labeled product.
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All gas kitchen appliances are equipped with electronic ignition. - Requires Item #71
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At least a minimum portion of the hard-wired fixtures are supplied with either ENERGY STAR®-qualified self-ballasted compact fluorescent screw-based bulbs (CFLs) or LED screw-based bulbs (LED bulbs are not currently ENERGY STAR® qualified, so any type may be used). Choose only one: )Percentage to be based on fixture count; track lights should be counted based on the number of "heads".)
More Information 10% of all installed fixtures are supplied with bulbs that meet the requirement (1)
20% of all installed fixtures are supplied with bulbs that meet the requirement (3)

Lighting efficiency package employed to reduce lighting energy usage. Points awarded according to package(s) listed below: Either CFL or LED fixtures may be used to qualify for these points. (LED’s are not currently ENERGY STAR® qualified, so any type may be used. NOTE that LED’s will not qualify for the ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package, or ALP). Choose only one:

Note: Percentage to be based on total fixture count; track lights should be counted based on the number of "heads". See Guide to the Built Green Checklist for additional details and resources and self-certification form.
See following link for ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package: www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/manuf_res/ALP_Eligibility_Criteria.pdf
 
More Information 30% of the installed hard-wired fixtures, inclusive of outdoor fixtures, without consideration for where the fixtures are installed are either ENERGY STAR®-qualified or LED (3)
60% of the installed hard-wired fixtures, inclusive of outdoor fixtures, without consideration for where the fixtures are installed are either ENERGY STAR®-qualified or LED [this item complies with the NEW Advanced Lighting Package (ALP) if ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures are used (6)
90% of the installed hard-wired fixtures, inclusive of outdoor fixtures, without consideration for where the fixtures are installed are either ENERGY STAR®-qualified or LED. (10)

Advanced Lighting and Automation Control System capable of unified automation control of lighting loads.
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Tubular skylights are installed in interior areas such as bathrooms, hallways, and kitchens that receive limited daylight. One point is available per unit, with a maximum of 2 points allowed.
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2+ Skylights (2)

Non-solvent based damp proofing
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Aluminum foundation forms used
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Foundation form release agents are non-toxic, contain no VOCs, and are biodegradable
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Recycled-content expansion joint filler
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Reinforced cementitious foam-formed above grade walls (ICFs, or insulated concrete forms). - Cannot Combine with Item #25
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Structural insulated panels (SIPs) used for 75% or more of walls.
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Structural insulated panels (SIPs) used for 75% or more of roof.
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Engineered alternative wall systems as approved by local code
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Dimensional or engineered lumber from third-party certified sustainably-harvested sources used for 100% the following:
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Wall framing (+2)
Roof framing (+2)

Engineered alternative replaces large dimension solid lumber (2x10 or greater) in 90% or more of the following areas:
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Roof structure (i.e. trusses, joists) (+2)

Reduced framing package includes ALL of the following:

• 24. O.C. on all studs at interior non-bearing walls
• 3-stud exterior corners capable of being insulated
• No headers in non-bearing interior walls

Advanced framing techniques (OVE, optimum value engineering) employed to reduce/conserve structural framing and lumber. Points awarded according to components listed below:
More Information Roof trusses, wall studs, floor framing spaced 24” on center (stacked framing) (+4)
Aligning all door and window openings with stud spacing (+1)
Single top plates (+1)
Ladder-backed framing or alternate at all partition wall connections (+1)
2 stud exterior wall corners utilizing drywall clips or alternate means of fastening (NO California corners) (+2)
Headers – no headers on non-bearing walls; for bearing walls, insulate and size for actual load conditions (+2)

Engineered lumber products used for the following:
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ALL load-bearing window and door headers (+1)
ALL plate and rim joist material (+2)
≥10% of stud wall framing (+1)

Finger-jointed material used for the following:
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Stud material for 90% of wall framing (+2)

Recycled-content sheathing where sheer corners and sheer walls are not required (minimum 50% post consumer content by weight) Note: OSB does NOT qualify for this point.
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Non-structural elements of decking materials with the following:
More Information ≥50% recycled content by weight (3)
≥50% recycled content by weight and ≥25% post-consumer recycled material (4)
≥50% recycled content by weight and product is 100% recyclable (4)
≥50% recycled content by weight, ≥25% post-consumer recycled material, and product is 100% recyclable (5)
≥80% recycled content by weight (4)
≥80% recycled content by weight and ≥25% post-consumer recycled material (5)
≥80% recycled content by weight and product is 100% recyclable (5)
≥80% recycled content by weight, ≥25% post-consumer recycled material, and product is 100% recyclable (6)

All decking materials made from third-party certified sustainably-harvested lumber.
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Natural cork or 100% recycled or recovered content underlayment
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Plywood or Oriented Strand Board (OSB) made from sustainably harvested sources for sub-flooring
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Minimum 40-year roofing material, including concrete, slate, clay or metal. - Cannot Combine with Items #129, #130
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Asphalt composition shingle (organic or fiberglass based) roofing material must meet one of the following: - Cannot Combine with Items #128, #130
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50-year roofing material (4)

Recycled-content roofing material with Class-A fire rating, with ≥50% post consumer content - Cannot Combine with Items #128, #129
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50-year roofing material (6)

Installation of either: (choose only one)
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Synthetic underlayment (2)

Insulation is certified by a third party to contain at least: (choose only one)
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Minimum 25% recycled content (≤20% must be post consumer) (1)

HCFC-free foam insulation used for spray foam, ICF blocks, SIPs or rigid insulation
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Window frames made from third-party certified sustainably harvested wood.
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Tropical hardwoods, if used anywhere in the home, are from third party certified sustainably harvested wood.
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Doors in home must use non-urea formaldehyde based binders, and constitute one or all of the following: (1 point per door, max 4 points)

• Recycled content doors (≥ 25% post consumer)
• Recovered content doors (e.g. agri-fiber, re-milled wood products)
• Reclaimed/reused doors

Doors made from third-party certified sustainably harvested wood (1 point per door, max 4 points).
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3 Doors (3)
4+ Doors (4)

Wall finish material comprises 50% or more of the exterior wall area, with proper drainage plane installation and/ or manufacturer’s specifications regarding drainage plane. See Guide for proper drainage plane installation. (Choose only one) - Requires Item #145
More Information Indigenous stone (500 mile radius) (6)
Locally produced brick (500 mile radius) (6)

Wall finish material comprises 50% or more of the exterior wall area, with proper drainage plane installation and/ or manufacturer’s specifications regarding drainage plane. See Guide for proper drainage plane installation. (Choose only one)
More Information Cementitious stucco products (natural or synthetic top coat) (3)
Molded cementitious stone (3)

Fiber cement fascia and soffits
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Wood or OSB siding is 100% from third-party certified sustainably harvested sources on 50% or more of exterior wall area, with proper drainage plane installation, natural wood siding (not OSB) must be primed on all six (6) sides of the material, and maintains a minimum 1/4" air gap between the siding material and the sheathing and drainage plane material.
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Fiber cement siding on 50% or more of exterior wall area with proper drainage plane installation and/or manufacturer’s specifications regarding drainage plane.
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Recycled and/or recovered-content siding (minimum 40% pre- or post-consumer) on 50% or more of exterior wall area.
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Fascia, soffits or trim for 100% of application from: (choose only one)
More Information Recycled and/or recovered-content materials (minimum 40% pre- or post-consumer) (2)
Treated engineered wood from 100% third party certified sustainably harvested sources (note: OSB, natural wood and MDF can take these points) (2)

50% of façade material is regionally produced (within 500 mile radius).
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Natural fiber carpet (e.g. wool, sisal, etc.) made with non-SB latex backing
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≥50% of carpeted floor area (4)

Domestic wood flooring from reused/recovered or re-milled sources - Cannot Combine with Item #162
More Information ≥25% of hard surface floor area (3)
≥50% of hard surface floor area (6)

Natural linoleum in place of any vinyl sheet flooring or vinyl composition tile, with low toxic adhesives or backing
More Information ≥10% of hard surface floor area (2)
≥25% of hard surface floor area (4)

Wood flooring made from third-party certified sustainably harvested sources
More Information ≥25% of hard surface floor area (3)
≥50% of hard surface floor area (6)

Bamboo in place of hardwood.
More Information ≥25% of hard surface floor area (3)
≥50% of hard surface floor area (6)

Cork flooring in place of hardwood or tile
More Information ≥10% of hard surface floor area (2)
≥25% of hard surface floor area (4)

100% of carpet pad in house is made from the following: (choose only one)
More Information Recycled content textile, carpet, carpet cushion or tire waste (rebond still qualifies) (1)
Natural fiber (wool felt, etc.) or 100% post consumer recycled content carpet pad (2)

Recycled-content carpet, ≥25% post consumer recycled content.
More Information ≥50% of carpeted floor area (1)
100% of carpeted floor area (2)

Ceramic or glass tile is 50% or more post consumer recycled-content
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Cabinets and drawer boxes are made from materials that contain no added urea-formaldehyde resins and are made from the following:

SCS = "Scientific Certification Systems"
CPA/EPP = Composite Panel Association's "Environmentally Preferable Product"
More Information Agri-fiber material (4)
SCS or CPA/EPP Certified Composition wood used in cabinets (i.e., particle/fiber board, MDF) (3)

Shelving and/or Countertops are made from materials that contain no added urea-formaldehyde resins and are made from the following:

SCS = "Scientific Certification Systems"
CPA/EPP = Composite Panel Association's "Environmentally Preferable Product"
More Information Agri-fiber material (3)
SCS or CPA/EPP Certified Composition wood used in shelving and/or countertops (i.e., particle/fiber board, MDF) (2)

Cabinet frames, doors and drawer fronts with low-VOC finishes (≤ 250 grams/liter), made from one or all of the following: (choose only one)
More Information 100% reclaimed or salvaged wood (4)
100% agri-fiber composite material (w/ no added urea-formaldehyde resins) (4)
100% bamboo or other rapidly renewable resource (4)
Third-party certified sustainably harvested sources (4)

Trim made from the following materials:
More Information SCS Certified Composition wood used for trim (i.e. fiber board/MDF) (2)
Finger-jointed trim (1)

Solid hardwood trim from third-party certified sustainably-harvested sources.
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Home size. Choose only one:
More Information House does not exceed 2000 square feet of conditioned area (excluding crawl space) (10)
House does not exceed 1500 square feet of conditioned area (excluding crawl space) (15)

Specify salvaged, reclaimed or refurbished materials for 5% of structural materials.
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Specify salvaged, reclaimed or refurbished materials for 5% of finish materials, not including flooring. - Cannot Combine with Item #147
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Paints or finishes with recycled-content and VOC content of ≤200 grams/liter.
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Minimize jobsite waste by sending to the landfill NO MORE than 2.0 lbs per square foot of conditioned floor area (which roughly equates to: 13 cubic yards per 1,000 square feet), through one or more of the following: (Max points 8)
More Information Reducing material waste through efficient material procurement/building practices (+6)
Demonstrating an onsite recycling and/or reuse program (+6)
Utilizing a waste hauler with a solid waste management and recycling plan (waste diversion records required) (+6)
Reducing material waste through efficient material procurement/building practices and use of an on-site grinder (+8)
Demonstrating an onsite recycling and/or reuse program and use of an on-site grinder (+8)
Utilizing a waste hauler with a solid waste management and recycling plan and use of an on-site grinder (+8)

Built-in recycling center with two or more bins
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Clothes washer meets one (or both) of the following requirements:
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ENERGY STAR® labeled product which meets the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) Tier 3B with a water factor of <5.5 (6)

Install a hot water demand controlled recirculation pump. A manual control or occupant sensor switch shall operate the pump with an automatic sensor shut-off.
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Bathroom faucets fitted with aerator restricting flow to 1.8 gpm or less
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Kitchen faucet fitted with aerator restricting flow to 2.0 gpm
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Showerheads installed are low-flow (less than ≤2.0 gpm) (1 point for each showerhead)
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2 Showerheads (2)
3 Showerheads (3)
4 Showerheads (4)
5+ Showerheads (5)

Dual-flush gravity, pressure or vacuum assist toilet averaging 1.1 gpf with a performance factor ≥400 grams/flush. (3 points for each installed, max 9 points) Note: Performance standards referenced in the MaP test 7th or later Editions.
More Information 1 Dual-flush gravity toilet (3)
2 Dual-flush gravity toilets (6)
3 Dual-flush gravity toilets (9)
1 Pressure or vacuum assist toilet (3)
2 Pressure or vacuum assist toilets (6)
3 Pressure or vacuum assist toilets (9)

Standard and High Efficiency Toilets (HET) meet the following: Note: Performance standards referenced in the MaP test 7th or later Editions
More Information 1 ≤1.6 Gallons Per Flush toilet with a performance factor ≥400 grams/flush (1)
2 ≤1.6 Gallons Per Flush toilets with a performance factor ≥400 grams/flush (2)
3 ≤1.6 Gallons Per Flush toilets with a performance factor ≥400 grams/flush (3)
1 ≤1.3 GPF toilet with a performance factor greater than ≥400 grams/flush (2)
2 ≤1.3 GPF toilets with a performance factor greater than ≥400 grams/flush (4)
3 ≤1.3 GPF toilets with a performance factor greater than ≥400 grams/flush (6)

Landscape is designed based on a water budget with a maximum of 15 gal/sq. ft. per year when fully established, in addition to natural precipitation. Copy of water budget should be provided to homeowner or available in HOA documents. See www.waterbudgets.com/ConserVision/CUWCC/DataInput.htm for water budget calculations
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Soil amendment must include ALL of the following:

• Install at least three cubic yards of soil amendment per 1000 square feet of installed landscape area, based on soil analysis.
• Amendment must be tilled 4-6" below the surface

Efficient irrigation system, must including ALL of the following:

• Installed irrigation system is designed for the efficient distribution of water, based on hydrozones
• Turf and bedding areas are zoned separately
• Shrubs and trees are irrigated with non-spray irrigation systems such as drip irrigation and subsurface irrigation

Installed irrigation system controls include at least one of the following:
More Information Soil moisture, rain sensor, or other irrigation efficiency device (+2)
Evapotranspiration (ET) controllers that allow flexible programming to adjust watering schedules to the historical needs of plant types (+3)
Evapotranspiration (ET) device features “real-time” feedback (i.e., radio, internet or pager signals from a weather station) (+1)

Irrigation system is equipped with a master valve that prevents the mainline and zone valves from being pressurized unless the irrigation controller initiates an irrigation cycle. (This is NOT a typical back-flow prevention device)
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Pop-up sprinklers are equipped with pressure-compensating heads and check valves. All systems should be designed and installed with head-to-head spacing of sprinklers and nozzles with matched precipitation rates for each zone.
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Installed bedding areas are mulched to a depth of 3"
More Information Additional point if mulch or compost is generated from on-site construction or tree trim waste (+1)

Install practical turf areas and turf alternatives following Xeriscape principles (See www.water.denver.co.gov/xeriscapeinfo/xeriscapeframe.html for Xeriscape details)
More Information Turf should not be installed in narrow strips less than 8 ft wide (+1)
Turf should not be installed on slopes greater than 4:1 or in areas that are difficult to efficiently irrigate and manage (+1)
Native or low water-use plantings (+1)
Cool season turf grass, buffalo grass, blue grama grass, turf-type tall fescue and fine fescues (+1)

Permeable materials comprise 40% of areas for all walkways, patios and driveways
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Rainwater directed toward landscaping where practical. Landscapes receiving redirected water must be at least five feet from the building foundation.
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Irrigation system is designed by a Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) and installed by a Certified Irrigation Contractor (CIC) or Certified Landscape Technician (CLT). See www.irrigation.org to search for professionals in your area.
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Installed irrigation system is certified by a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (CLIA). See www.irrigation.org to search for professionals in your area.
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Provide a list of drought tolerant plants to homebuyers.
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Provide homebuyers with at least 3 sample water-wise landscaping and irrigation sketch plans (when landscaping is not installed)
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Residential Graywater reuse system (use of this product type are subject to local codes and may require special permits. Check with your local jurisdiction for approval)
More Information House is pre-plumbed for grey-water toilet flushing (+3)
Installed grey-water system for toilet flushing (+5)
Installed grey-water system utilized for outdoor irrigation (+2)