SEC. 99.12.101. SCOPE.

   (Amended by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.)

   Appendix A5 of the California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) is adopted by reference with the following exceptions: CALGreen Sections A5.105.1.1, A5.105.1.2, A5.106.4.3, A5.106.6.1, A5.106.11.1, A5.303.2.3.1, A5.303.2.3.2, A5.303.2.3.3, A5.303.2.3.4, A5.406.1, and Tables A5.106.4.3 A5.106.11.2.2, A5.106.11.2.3, A5.601, and A5.602 are not adopted; and in lieu, Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 99.12.508 and Subsections A5.105.1.1, A5.105.1.2, A5.106.4.3, A5.106.6, A5.106.6.1, A5.106.11.1, A5.303.2.3.1, A5.303.2.3.2, A5.303.2.3.3, A5.303.2.3.4, A5.406.1, A5.410.3, and Tables A5.106.4.3, A5.106.11.2.2, A5.106.11.2.3, A5.601, and A5.602 are added or amended as provided in this article.

A5.105.1.1. Existing Building Structure. Maintain at least 75 percent of existing building structure (including structural floor and roof decking) and envelope (exterior skin and framing) based on surface area.

   EXCEPTIONS:

   1.   Window assemblies and nonstructural roofing material.

   2.   Hazardous materials that are remediated as a part of the project.

A5.105.1.2. Existing Non-Structural Elements. Reuse existing interior nonstructural elements (interior walls, doors, floor coverings and ceiling systems) in at least 50% of the area of the completed building (including additions).

A5.106.4.3. Changing Rooms. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.) Provide changing/shower facilities for tenant-occupants only in accordance with LAMC Table A5.106.4.3 or document arrangements with nearby changing/shower facilities.

Table A5.106.4.3

 

Number of Tenant- Occupants	Shower/Changing Facilities Required	2-Tier (12"x15"x72") Personal Effects Lockers Required
0 - 10	1 unisex shower	1
11 - 50	1 unisex shower	2
51 - 100	1 unisex shower	3
101 - 200	1 shower stall per gender	4
Over 200	1 shower stall per gender for each 200 additional tenant-occupants	One 2-tier locker for each 50 additional tenant-occupants

 

   Note: Additional information on recommended bicycle accommodations may be obtained from Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates.

A5.106.6. Parking Capacity. Design parking capacity to meet but not exceed minimum local zoning requirements.

A5.106.6.1. Reduce Parking Capacity. With the approval of the enforcement authority, employ strategies to reduce on-site parking area by 20%.

   1.   Use of on street parking or compact spaces, illustrated on the site plan; or

   2.    Implementation and documentation of programs that encourage occupants to carpool, ride share or use alternate transportation.

   Note: Strategies for programs may be obtained from local TMAs.

A5.106.11.1. Hardscape Alternatives [N]. (Added by Ord. No. 187,208, Eff. 11/5/21.) Use one or a combination of strategies below for 75% of site hardscape.

   1.   Provide shade (mature within 15 years of occupancy);

   2.   Use light colored materials with an initial solar reflectance value of at least .30 as determined in accordance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standards E 1918 or C 1549;

   3.   Use open-grid pavement system or pervious or permeable pavement system; or

   4.   Use solar panel arrays to create a canopy shade system.

TABLE A5.106.11.2.2 [BSC]
TIER 1

 

ROOF SLOPE	MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE	THERMAL EMITTANCE	3-YEAR AGED SRI
≤ 2 : 12	0.68	0.85	82
> 2 : 12	0.28	0.85	27

 

TABLE A5.106.11.2.3
TIER 2

 

ROOF SLOPE	MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR REFLECTANCE	THERMAL EMITTANCE	3-YEAR AGED SRI
≤ 2 : 12	0.70	0.85	85
> 2 : 12	0.34	0.85	35

 

A5.303.2.3.1. Tier 1 - 12 Percent Savings. A schedule of plumbing fixtures and fixture fittings that will reduce the overall use of potable water within the building by 12% shall be provided. The reduction shall be based on the maximum allowable water use per plumbing fixture and fitting as required by the Los Angeles Building Standards Code in Article 1, Chapter IX of the LAMC.

A5.303.2.3.2. Tier 2 - 20 Percent Savings. A schedule of plumbing fixtures and fixture fittings that will reduce the overall use of potable water within the building by 20% shall be provided. A calculation demonstrating a 20% reduction in the building shall be provided. The reduction shall be based on the maximum allowable water use per plumbing fixture and fitting as required by the Los Angeles Municipal Code.

A5.303.2.3.3. 25 Percent Savings. A schedule of plumbing fixtures and fixture fittings that will reduce the overall use of potable water within the building by 25% shall be provided. A calculation demonstrating a 25% reduction in the building "water use baseline" shall be provided. The reduction shall be based on the maximum allowable water use per plumbing fixture and fitting as required by the Los Angeles Municipal Code.

A5.303.2.3.4. Nonpotable Water Systems for Indoor Water Use. Utilizing nonpotable water systems (such as captured rainwater, treated graywater, and recycled water) intended to supply water closets, urinals, and other allowed uses, may be used in the calculations demonstrating the 12%, 20%, or 25% reduction. The nonpotable water system shall comply with the current edition of the Los Angeles Plumbing Code at Article 4, Chapter IX of the LAMC.

A5.406.1. Choice of Materials. Compared to other products in a given product category, choose materials proven to be characterized by one or more of the following for a minimum of 5% of the total value, based on estimated cost of materials on the project.

A5.410.3. Commissioning. For new buildings under 10,000 square feet (929.03 m2) or for additions, building commissioning shall be included in the design and construction processes of the building project to verify that the building systems and components meet the owner's or owner representative's project requirements. Commissioning shall be performed in accordance with this section by trained personnel with experience on projects of comparable size and complexity. Commissioning requirements shall include:

   1.   Owner's or owner representative's project requirements;

   2.   Basis of design;

   3.   Commissioning measures shown in the construction documents;

   4.    Commissioning plan;

   5.    Functional performance testing;

   6.    Documentation and training;

   7.    Commissioning report.

   All building operating systems covered by California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 6, as well as process equipment and controls and renewable energy systems shall be included in the scope of the commissioning requirements. (Amended by Ord. No. 185,587, Eff. 7/16/18.)

TABLE A5.601 NONRESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS:
Green Building Standards Code Proposed Performance Approach

Note: This table is intended only as an aid in illustrating the nonresidential tier structure

(Refer to Checklists A5.602, A5.602.1, and A5.602.2 for CALGreen verification guidelines for Mandatory Checklist, Tier 1 Checklist, and Tier 2 Checklist.)

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CATEGORY	ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE GOAL	TIER 1	TIER 2
All	Minimum Mandatory (See Mandatory Checklist)	Meet all of the provisions of Chapter 5 (See Tier 1 Checklist)	Meet all of the provisions of Chapter 5 (See Tier 2 Checklist)
DIVISION 5.1 Planning and Design	Designated Parking for Fuel Efficient Vehicles	Meet Table A5.106.5.1.1	Meet Table A5.106.5.1.2
	Electric Vehicle Charging	Approx. 8% of total spaces	Approx. 10% of total spaces
	Cool Roof to Reduce Heat Island Effect	Meet Table A5.106.11.2.2	Meet Table A5.106.11.2.3
		1 additional Elective from Division A5.1	3 additional Electives from Division A5.1
DIVISION 5.2 Energy Efficiency	Energy Performance2	Outdoor lighting power 90% of Part 6 allowance	Outdoor lighting power 90% of Part 6 allowance
		If applicable, solar water-heating system with minimum solar savings fraction of 0.15	If applicable, solar water-heating system with minimum solar savings fraction of 0.15
		Warehouse door seals	Warehouse door seals
		Comply with day lighting requirements	Comply with day lighting requirements
		Exhaust heat recovery	Exhaust heat recovery
		Energy Budget 95% or 90% of Part 6 calculated value of allowance	Energy Budget 90% or 85% of Part 6 calculated value of allowance
DIVISION 5.3 Water Efficiency and Conservation	Indoor Water Use	12% Savings	20% Savings
		1 additional Elective from Division A5.3	3 additional Electives from Division A5.3
DIVISION 5.4 Material Conservation and Resource Efficiency3	Construction Waste Reduction	At least 65% reduction	At least 80% reduction
	Recycled Content	Utilize recycled content materials for 10% of total material cost	Utilize recycled content materials for 15% of total material cost
		1 additional Elective from Division A5.4	3 additional Electives from Division A5.4
Division 5.5 Environmental Quality	Low-VOC Resilient Flooring	90% of flooring meets VOC limits	100% of flooring meets VOC limits1
	Low-VOC Thermal Insulation	Comply with VOC limits	Install no-added formaldehyde insulation and comply with VOC limits
		1 additional Elective from Division A5.5	3 additional Electives from Division A5.5
Additional Measures		1 Additional Elective from any division	3 Additional Electives from any division
Approximate Total Measures		15	25

 

1.   Exception: Allowance may be permitted in Tier 2 for up to 5 percent specialty purpose flooring.

2.   Solar water-heating system requirement for newly constructed restaurants as per A5.203.1.1.2.

   Exceptions:

   a.   Buildings with a natural gas service water heater with a minimum of 95 percent thermal efficiency.

   b.   Buildings where greater than 75 percent of the total roof area has annual solar access that is less than 70 percent. Solar access is the ratio of solar insolation including shade to the solar insolation without shade. Shading from obstructions located on the roof or any other part of the building shall not be included in the determination of annual solar access.

3.   Life cycle assessment compliant with Section A5.409.4 in this code may be substituted for prescriptive measures from Division A5.4.