City of Santa Rosa has implemented stringent green building codes in line with the statewide CALGreen program. Santa Rosa is committed to reducing the environmental impact of new developments and promoting sustainable construction practices.
Santa Rosa’s CALGreen requirements are enforced through a tiered system, with “Mandatory Measures” being the baseline, followed by more stringent Tier 1 and Tier 2 levels. Depending on the scope of a construction project, the appropriate level of CALGreen compliance is required. Most remodeling projects only trigger mandatory requirements. New construction projects require additional measures triggering higher tiers.
To ensure smooth implementation of the CALGreen code, the City of Santa Rosa has authorized a select group of third-party companies to act as CALGreen Special Inspectors. These inspectors work closely with project owners and construction teams to document compliance and address any issues that may arise. Energy Analytica LLC is one of the most reliable and experienced green building inspection company in the area.
During the designing phase of a project, CALGreen special inspector reviews the project plans and create a checklist. This checklist lists out all the green building measure the project needs to fulfill in order to achieve compliance. This checklist is then submitting along with the building plans to the building department for permit approval.
The CALGreen inspection process in Santa Rosa involves three key steps:
- Pre-Construction Meeting: This initial meeting brings together the project team and the CALGreen Special Inspector to review the specific green building requirements for the project.
- Pre-All Trades Inspection: Also known as the “incremental inspection,” this checkpoint occurs during the rough framing stage, before the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work begins. The inspector documents the progress made toward CALGreen compliance.
- Final Inspection: As the project nears completion, the CALGreen Special Inspector conducts a final walk-through to ensure all aspects of the green building code have been met. The final documentation is then submitted to the city for approval.
Use the following link to find the city of Santa Rosa CALGreen checklist that apply to your project.
Non-Residential – 2022 CALGreen & Tier 1 Checklist for new buildings
Non-Residential – 2022 CALGreen Checklist for additions/alterations
Residential – 2022 CALGreen & Tier 1 Checklist for New Buildings
Residential – 2022 CALGreen Checklist for additions/alterations
For more information about CALGreen services in Santa Rosa or to find a qualified CALGreen Special Inspector, please contact Energy Analytica LLC.
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