(A) Pursuant to § 15.04.010(j), Fairfax has adopted the 2022 edition of the California Green Building Standards Code known as Cal. Code of Regulations, Part 11 of Title 24 (herein referred to as CALGreen Code), including Division A4.6 for Tier 1 with additions, and deletions as provided in this subchapter. Requirements are outlined by project type in Table 1 of § 15.04.085, Fairfax Town Code.
(B) The provisions of this subchapter shall constitute local amendments to the cross-referenced provisions of the 2022 CALGreen Code and shall be deemed to replace the cross-referenced sections of said Code with the respective provisions set forth in this subchapter.
(C) Section 202 of Chapter 2 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended to add and amend the following definitions:
Automatic Load Management System (ALMS). A control system designed to manage load across one or more electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), circuits, panels and to share electrical capacity and/or automatically manage power at each connection point. ALMS systems shall be designed to deliver no less than 3.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 16-ampere) to each EV Capable, EV Ready or EVCS space served by the ALMS, and meet the requirements of California Electrical Code Article 625. The connected amperage to the building site for the EV charging infrastructure shall not be lower than the required connected amperage per California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24 Part 11.
Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC). A parking space provided with electrical infrastructure that meets the following conditions:
i. A minimum of 48 kVa (480 volt, 100-ampere) capacity wiring.
ii. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) located within three (3) feet of the parking space providing a minimum capacity of 80-ampere.
Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS). A parking space that includes installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) at an EV Ready space. An EVCS space may be used to satisfy EV Ready space requirements. EVSE shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Ready Space. [HCD] A vehicle space which is provided with a branch circuit; any necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted; to accommodate EV charging, terminating in a receptacle or a charger.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Capable Space. A vehicle space with electrical panel space and load capacity to support a branch circuit and necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted, to support EV charging.
Level 2 (L2) EV Capable. A parking space provided with electrical infrastructure that meets the following requirements:
i. Conduit that links a listed electrical panel with sufficient capacity to a junction box or receptacle located within three (3) feet of the parking space.
ii. The conduit shall be designed to accommodate at least 8.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) per parking space. Conduit shall have a minimum nominal trade size of 1 inch inside diameter and may be sized for multiple circuits as allowed by the California Electrical Code. Conduit shall be installed at a minimum in spaces that will be inaccessible after construction, either trenched underground or where penetrations to walls, floors, or other partitions would otherwise be required for future installation of branch circuits, and such additional elements deemed necessary by the Building Official. Construction documents shall indicate future completion of conduit from the panel to the parking space, via the installed inaccessible conduit.
iii. The electrical panel shall reserve a space for a 40-ampere overcurrent protective device space(s) for EV charging, labeled in the panel directory as "EV CAPABLE."
iv. Electrical load calculations shall demonstrate that the electrical panel service capacity and electrical system, including any on-site distribution transformer(s), have sufficient capacity to simultaneously charge all EVs at all required EV spaces at a minimum of 40 amperes.
v. The parking space shall contain signage with at least a 12" font adjacent to the parking space indicating the space is EV Capable.
Level 1 (L1) EV Ready. A parking space that is served by a complete electric circuit with the following requirements:
i. A minimum of 2.2 kVa (110/120 volt, 20-ampere) capacity wiring.
ii. A receptacle labeled "Electric Vehicle Outlet" or electric vehicle supply equipment located within three (3) feet of the parking space. If EVSE is provided the minimum capacity of the EVSE shall be 16-ampere.
iii. Conduit oversized to accommodate future Level 2 EV Ready (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) at each parking space.
Level 2 (L2) EV Ready. A parking space that is served by a complete electric circuit with the following requirements:
i. A minimum of 8.3 kVa (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) capacity wiring.
ii. A receptacle labeled "Electric Vehicle Outlet" or electric vehicle supply equipment located within three (3) feet of the parking space. If EVSE is provided the minimum capacity of the EVSE shall be 30-ampere.
Low Power Level 2 (L2) EV Ready. A parking space that is served by a complete electric circuit with the following requirements:
i. A minimum of 4.1 kVA (208/240 Volt, 20-ampere) capacity wiring.
ii. A receptacle labeled "Electric Vehicle Outlet" or electric vehicle supply equipment located within three (3) feet of the parking space. If EVSE is provided the minimum capacity of the EVSE shall be 16-ampere.
iii. Conduit oversized to accommodate future Level 2 EV Ready (208/240 volt, 40-ampere) at each parking space.
Off-Street Loading Spaces. [BSC-CG, DSA-SS] An area, other than a public street, public way, or other property (and exclusive of off-street parking spaces), permanently reserved or set aside for the loading or unloading of motor vehicles, including ways of ingress and egress and maneuvering areas. Whenever the term "loading space" is used, it shall, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, be construed as meaning off-street loading space. This excludes designated passenger loading/unloading.
(D) Section 301.1 of Chapter 3 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
301.1 Scope. Buildings shall be designed to comply with applicable requirements of Town of Fairfax Green Building Requirements beginning at Chapter 15.04.065(A), Fairfax Town Code, and shall also include the green building measures specified as mandatory in the application checklists contained in this code.
(E) Section 301.1.1 of Chapter 3 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
301.1.1 Additions and alterations. [HCD] The mandatory provisions of Chapter 4 shall be applied to additions and alterations of existing residential buildings, in accordance with applicable requirements of Town of Fairfax Green Building Requirements beginning at Chapter 15.04.065
(A), Fairfax Town Code. The requirements shall apply only to and/or within the specific area of the addition or alteration.
(F) The mandatory provisions of section 4.106.4.1.1 may apply to additions or alterations of existing parking facilities or the addition of new parking facilities or the addition of new parking facilities serving existing multifamily buildings. See Section 4.106.4.1.2 for application.
NOTE: Repairs including, but not limited to, resurfacing, restriping, and repairing or maintaining existing lighting fixtures are not considered alterations for the purpose of this section.
(G) Section 301.3 of Chapter 3 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
301.3 Nonresidential additions and alterations. [BSC-CG] The provisions of individual sections of Chapter 5 apply to newly constructed buildings and building additions and alterations (for occupancies within the authority of California Building standards Commission). Code sections relative to additions and alterations shall only apply to the portions of the building being added or altered within the scope of the permitted work.
(H) Section 4.106.4 of Chapter 4 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
4.106.4 Electric vehicle (EV) charging. Residential construction shall comply with Section 4.106.4.1 or 4.106.4.2 to facilitate future installation and use of EV chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s). Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.
Exceptions:
1. On a case-by-case basis, where the local enforcing agency has determined EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible based upon one or more of the following conditions:
1.1. Where there is no local utility power supply or the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
1.2. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 4.106.4, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
2. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) without additional parking facilities and without electrical panel upgrade or new panel installation. Detached ADUs, attached ADUs, and JADUs without additional parking but with electrical panel upgrades or new panels must have reserved breakers and electrical capacity according to the requirements of A4.106.8.1.
3. Multifamily building projects that have approved entitlements before the code effective date.
4. Parking spaces accessible only by automated mechanical car parking systems are not required to comply with this code section.
4.106.4.1 Multifamily dwellings with parking facilities. Requirements apply to parking spaces that are assigned or leased to individual dwelling units, as well as unassigned residential parking. Visitor or common area parking is not included.
4.106.4.1.1 New Construction. Fifteen percent (15%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be EVCS with Level 2 EV Ready. ALMS shall be permitted to reduce load when multiple vehicles are charging. Eighty-five percent (85%) of dwelling units with parking spaces shall be provided with a Low Power Level 2 EV Ready space. EV ready spaces and EVCS in multifamily developments shall comply with California Building Code, Chapter 11A, Section 1109A. EVCS shall comply with the accessibility provisions for EV chargers in the California Building Code, Chapter 11B.
NOTE: The total number of EV spaces should be one-hundred percent (100%) of dwelling units or one-hundred percent (100%) of parking spaces, whichever is less.
4.106.4.1.2 Additions and alterations of existing buildings.
1. When parking facilities upgrade the service panel or parking lot surface is modified, including the removal of paving material and curbing, comply with the number of spaces designated for the project type as outlined in Table 1 of Chapter 15.04.085, Fairfax Town Code. Upgrades shall be required at currently designated vehicle parking spaces. Upgrades shall be required for remaining parking spaces after meeting the accessibility requirements of California Building Code Chapters 11A and 11B.
2. When new parking facilities are added and ALMS is installed, the ALMS system must be designed to deliver no less than 2.2 kVa (110/120 volt, 20-ampere).
4.106.4.2.1 Additions and Alterations of Existing Buildings.
1. When parking facilities upgrade the service panel or parking lot surface is modified, including the removal of paving material and curbing, comply with the number of spaces designated for the project type as outlined in Table 1 of Chapter 15.04.065(A), Fairfax Town Code. Upgrades shall be required at currently designated vehicle parking spaces. Upgrades shall be required for remaining parking spaces after meeting the accessibility requirements of California Building Code Chapters 11A and 11B.
2. When new parking facilities are added and ALMS is installed, the ALMS system must be designed to deliver no less than 2.2 kVa (110/120 volt, 20-ampere).
4.106.4.3 Electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS).
Electric vehicle charging stations required by Section 4.106.4.1 and 4.106.4.2, shall comply with Section 4.106.4.3.
Exception: Electric vehicle charging stations serving public accommodations, public housing, motels, and hotels shall not be required to comply with this section. See California Building Code, Chapter 11B, for applicable requirements.
4.106.4.3.1 Location.
EVCS shall comply with at least one of the following options:
1. The charging space shall be located adjacent to an accessible parking space meeting the requirements of the California Building Code, Chapter 11A, to allow use of the EV charger from the accessible parking space.
2. The charging space shall be located on an accessible route, as defined in the California Building Code, Chapter 2, to the building.
Exception: Electric vehicle charging stations designed and constructed in compliance with the California Building Code, Chapter 11B, are not required to comply with Section 4.106.4.3.1 and Section 4.106.4.3.2, Item 3.
4.106.4.3.2 Dimensions.
The charging spaces shall be designed to comply with the following:
1. The minimum length of each EV space shall be 18 feet (5486 mm).
2. The minimum width of each EV space shall be 9 feet (2743 mm).
3. One in every 25 charging spaces, but not less than one, shall also have an 8- foot (2438 mm) wide minimum aisle. A 5-foot (1524 mm) wide minimum aisle shall be permitted provided the minimum width of the EV space is 12 feet (3658 mm).
a. Surface slope for this EV space and the aisle shall not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2.083 percent slope) in any direction.
Exception: Where the Town of Fairfax Municipal or Zoning Code permits parking space dimensions that are less than the minimum requirements stated in this section 4.106.4.3.2, and the compliance with which would be infeasible due to particular circumstances of a project, an exception may be granted while remaining in compliance with California Building Code Section Table 11B-228.3.2.1 and 11B-812, as applicable.
4.106.4.4 Direct current fast charging stations (DCFC). One DCFC may be substituted for up to five (5) EVCS to meet the requirements of 4.106.4.1 and 4.106.4.2. Where ALMS serve DCFC stations, the power demand from the DCFC shall be prioritized above Level 1 and Level 2 spaces.
(I) Section A4.106.8 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
New construction shall comply with Sections A4.106.8.1, to facilitate future installation and use of electric vehicle chargers. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) shall be installed in accordance with the California Electrical Code, Article 625.
(J) Section 5.106.5.3 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as underlined and struck through:
5.106.5.3 Electric vehicle (EV) charging.
Construction to provide electric vehicle infrastructure and facilitate electric vehicle charging shall comply with Section 5.106.5.3.1 and shall be provided in accordance with regulations in the California Building Code and the California Electrical Code. Accessible EVCS shall be provided in accordance with the California Building Code Chapter 11B Section 11B-228.3. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s). Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.
Exceptions:
1. On a case-by-case basis, where the local enforcing agency has determined EV charging and infrastructure are not feasible based upon one or more of the following conditions:
a. Where there is no local utility power supply
b. Where the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
c. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcement agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 5.106.5.3, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
2. Parking spaces accessible only by automated mechanical car parking systems are not required to comply with this code section.
(K) Section A5.106.5 of Appendix A5 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as struck through:
A5.106.5 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging.
Construction shall comply with Section A5.106.5.3.1 or A5.106.5.3.2, and in accordance with regulations in the California Building Code and the California Electrical Code. Accessible EVCS shall be provided in accordance with the California Building Code Chapter 11B Section 11B-228.3. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s). Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number.
Exceptions:
1. On a case-by-case basis where the local enforcing agency has determined compliance with this section is not feasible based upon one of the following conditions:
a. Where there is no local utility power supply.
b. Where the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
c. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcement agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section A5.106.5, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
2. Parking spaces accessible only by automated mechanical car parking systems are not required to comply with this code section.
A5.106.5.3 Nonresidential Occupancies - Shared Parking Facilities.
A5.106.5.3.1 New Construction - Tier 1.
Table A5.106.5.3.1 shall be used to determine the number of EV capable spaces required. Refer to section 5.106.5.3 for design space requirements.
When EV capable spaces are provided with EVSE to create EVCS per Table A5.106.5.3.1.
TABLE A5.106.5.3.1 | ||
Total Number of Actual Parking Spaces | Tier 1 Number of Required EV Capable Spaces | Tier 1 Number of EVCS (EV Capable Spaces Provided with EVSE)2 |
TABLE A5.106.5.3.1 | ||
Total Number of Actual Parking Spaces | Tier 1 Number of Required EV Capable Spaces | Tier 1 Number of EVCS (EV Capable Spaces Provided with EVSE)2 |
0-9 | 2 | 0 |
10-25 | 5 | 0 |
26-50 | 11 | 2 |
51-75 | 19 | 3 |
76-100 | 26 | 4 |
101-150 | 38 | 6 |
151-200 | 53 | 9 |
201 and over | 30 percent of total1 | 25 percent of EV capable spaces1 |
1. Calculation for spaces shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. 2. The number of required EVCS (EV capable spaces provided with EVSE) in column 3 count toward the total number of required EV capable spaces shown in column 2. | ||
A5.106.5.3.2 Additions and alterations of existing buildings.
1. When parking facilities upgrade the service panel or parking lot surface is modified, including the removal of paving material and curbing, comply with the number of spaces designated for the project type as outlined in Table 1 of Chapter 15.04.085, Fairfax Town Code. Upgrades shall be required at currently designated vehicle parking spaces. Upgrades shall be required for remaining parking spaces after meeting the accessibility requirements of California Building Code Chapters 11A and 11B.
2. When new parking facilities are added and ALMS is installed, the ALMS system must be designed to deliver no less than 2.2 kVa (110/120 volt, 20-ampere).
A5.106.5.4 Direct current fast charging stations. One DCFC may be substituted for up to five (5) EVCS to meet the requirements of 5.106.5.3. Where ALMS serve DCFC stations, the power demand from the DCFC shall be prioritized above Level 1 and Level 2 spaces.
(L) Section 5.106.5.4 of the 2022 CALGreen Code is hereby amended as struck through:
5.106.5.4 Electric vehicle charging readiness: medium-duty and heavy-duty. [N]
Construction shall comply with Section 5.106.5.4.1 to facilitate future installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Construction for warehouses, grocery stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces shall also comply with Section 5.106.5.4.1 for future installation of medium- and heavy-duty EVSE. Accessible EVCS shall be provided in accordance with the California Building Code Chapter 11B Section 11B-228.3. For EVCS signs, refer to Caltrans Traffic Operations Policy Directive 13-01 (Zero Emission Vehicle Signs and Pavement Markings) or its successor(s).
Exceptions:
1. On a case-by-case basis where the local enforcing agency has determined compliance with this section is not feasible based upon one of the following conditions:
a. Where there is no local utility power supply.
b. Where the local utility is unable to supply adequate power.
c. Where there is evidence suitable to the local enforcing agency substantiating that additional local utility infrastructure design requirements, directly related to the implementation of Section 5.106.5.3, may adversely impact the construction cost of the project.
5.106.5.4.1 Warehouses, grocery stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces.
[N] In order to avoid future demolition when adding EV supply and distribution equipment, spare raceway(s) or busway(s) and adequate capacity for transformer(s), service panel(s) or subpanel(s) shall be installed at the time of construction in accordance with the California Electrical Code. Construction plans and specifications shall include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. The transformer, main service equipment and subpanels shall meet the minimum power requirement in Table 5.106.5.4.1 to accommodate the dedicated branch circuits for the future installation of EVSE.
2. The construction documents shall indicate one or more location(s) convenient to the planned off-street loading space(s) reserved for medium- and heavy-duty EV charging cabinets and charging dispensers, and a pathway reserved for routing of conduit from the termination of the raceway(s) or busway(s) to the charging cabinet(s) and dispenser(s), as shown in Table 5.106.5.4.1.
3. Raceway(s) or busway(s) originating at a main service panel or a subpanel(s) serving the area where potential future medium- and heavy-duty EVSE will be located and shall terminate in close proximity to the potential future location of the charging equipment for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.
4. The raceway(s) or busway(s) shall be of sufficient size to carry the minimum additional system load to the future location of the charging for medium- and heavy-duty EVs as shown in Table 5.106.5.4.1.
TABLE 5.106.5.4.1, Raceway Conduit and Panel power Requirements for Medium-and-Heavy-Duty EVSE [N] | |||
Building Type | Building Size (sq. ft.) | Number of Off-street Loading Spaces | Additional capacity Required (kVa) for Raceway & Busway and Transformer & Panel |
TABLE 5.106.5.4.1, Raceway Conduit and Panel power Requirements for Medium-and-Heavy-Duty EVSE [N] | |||
Building Type | Building Size (sq. ft.) | Number of Off-street Loading Spaces | Additional capacity Required (kVa) for Raceway & Busway and Transformer & Panel |
Grocery | 10,000 to 90,000 | 1 or 2 | 200 |
3 or greater | 400 | ||
Greater than 90,000 | 1 or greater | 400 | |
Retail | 10,000 to 135,000 | 1 or 2 | 200 |
Greater than 135,000 | 1 or greater | 400 | |
Warehouse | 20,000 to 256,000 | 1 or 2 | 200 |
3 or greater | 400 | ||
Greater than 256,000 | 1 or greater | 400 | |
(Ord. 872, passed 12-7-2022)