The following amendments are hereby made to the International Energy Conservation Code, 2021 edition:
Section C101.1 Title: Section C101.1 is amended to read as follows:
“C101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the ‘Vail Commercial Energy Code’.”
Section C202 Definitions: Section C202 is amended by the addition of the following definitions:
“EV-CAPABLE PARKING SPACE. A parking space for an electric vehicle (EV) with the electrical panel capacity and conduit installed to support future implementation of EV charging with a 208/240-volt (or greater), 40-ampere (or greater) circuit, and a dedicated, labeled space in the electrical panel.
EV-INSTALLED PARKING SPACE. A parking space for an electric vehicle (EV) that has the EV supply equipment (EVSE) fully installed from the electrical panel to the parking space, including charging equipment.”
Section C405.13: Section C405.13 is added as follows:
“C405.13 EV charging. EV charging capabilities and required parking spaces shall be determined according to Table C405.13.
Exception: A request for a reduction in the number of required EVinstalled parking spaces can be made if DC fast charging stations are installed to fulfill the requirements of this subsection. An EV parking studymust be submitted to support the request and based on the findings of the analysis or study, the building official is authorized to approve a reduction in the number of required EV-installed parking spaces.”
Table C405.13 EV Parking Spaces: Table C405.13 is added as follows:
“TABLE C405.13 EV PARKING SPACESa
Property Type | Space Requirements |
All commercial properties (incl. multi-family developments) | 5% EV-installed parking spaces + 50% EV-capable parking spaces |
a. These provisions are for new construction only.”
Section R101.1 Title: Section R101.1 is amended to read as follows:
“R101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the ‘Vail Residential Energy Code’.”
Section R202 Definitions: Section R202 is amended by the addition of the following definitions:
“EV-CAPABLE PARKING SPACE. An EV parking space with the electrical panel capacity and conduit installed to support future implementation of EV charging with a 208/240-volt (or greater), 40-ampere (or greater) circuit, and a dedicated, labeled space in the electrical panel.
SOLAR-READY ZONE. A section of the roof or building overhang designated and reserved for the future installation of a solar photovoltaic or solar thermal system.”
Table R402.1.3: Table R402.1.3 is amended by deleting footnote i.
R403.7 Equipment sizing and efficiency rating: Section R403.7 is amended to read as follows:
“R403.7 Equipment sizing and efficiency rating. Heating and cooling equipment shall be sized in accordance with ACCA Manual S based on building loads calculated in accordance with ACCA Manual J or other heating and cooling calculation methodologies. All new heating and cooling equipment shall have an efficiency rating of 92% AFUE or better.
Exception: The replacement, alteration or repair of an existing system.”
Section R403.13 Fire pits: Section R403.13 is added to read as follows:
“R403.13 Fire pits. Gas fueled fire pits and other outdoor fireplaces and appliances require automatic shut-off controls with a maximum 60-minute timer.”
R403.14 Solar-ready zone: Section R403.14 is added as follows:
“R403.14 Solar-ready zone. New one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses with not less than 600 sq/ft (55.74 m2) of roof area oriented between 110 degrees and 270 degrees of true north, shall comply with Sections R403.14.1-R403.7.
Exceptions:
1. A new residential building with a permanently installed on-site renewable energy system.
2. A building where all areas of the roof that would otherwise meet the requirements of Section R403.14 are in full or partial shade for more than 70% of daylight hours annually.
R403.14.1 Construction document requirements for solar-ready zone. Construction documents shall indicate the solar-ready zone.
R403.14.2 Solar-ready zone. The solar-ready zone shall be not less than 300 sq/ft (27.87 m2) exclusive of mandatory access or setback areas as required by the Vail Fire Code. New townhouses of 3 stories or less in height above grade plane and with a total floor area less than or equal to 2,000 sq/ft (185.8 m2) per dwelling shall have a solar-ready zone area of not less than 150 sq/ft (13.94 m2). The solar-ready zone shall be composed of areas not less than 5 feet (1524 mm) in width and not less than 80 sq/ft (7.44 m2) exclusive of access or set-back areas as required by the Vail Fire Code.
R403.14.3 Obstructions. Solar-ready zones shall be free from obstructions, including but not limited to vents, chimneys, and other roof-mounted equipment.
R403.14.4 Capped roof penetration sleeve. A capped roof penetration sleeve shall be provided adjacent to all solar-ready zones located on roofs. The capped roof penetration sleeve shall be sized to accommodate the future photovoltaic system conduit and shall have an inside diameter of not less than 1-1/2 inches (38 mm).
R403.14.5 Roof load documentation. The structural design loads for roof dead load and roof live load shall be clearly indicated on the construction documents.
R403.14.6 Interconnection pathway. Construction documents shall indicate pathways for routing of conduit or plumbing from the solar-ready zone to the electrical service panel or service hot water system.
R403.14.7 Electrical service reserved space. The main electrical service panel shall have a reserved space to allow installation of a dual pole circuit breaker for future solar electric installation and shall be labeled “For Future Solar Electric”. The reserved space shall be positioned at the opposite (load) end from the input feeder location or main circuit location.
R403.14.8 Certificate. A permanent certificate, indicating the solar-ready zone and other requirements of this section, shall be posted near the electrical distribution panel, water heater or other conspicuous location by the builder or registered design professional.”
R404.4 EV charging: Section R404.4 is added as follows:
“R404.4 EV charging. EV charging capabilities and required parking spaces shall be determined according to Table R404.4.”
Table R404.4 Ev Parking Spaces: Table R404.4 is added as follows:
“TABLE R404.4 EV PARKING SPACESa
Property Type | Space Requirements |
One- and two-family dwellings, townhouses | 1 EV-capable space per dwelling |
a. These provisions are for new construction only.”
R404.5 Electric readiness: Section R404.5 is added as follows:
“R404.5 Electric readiness. Systems using gas or propane to serve individual dwelling units shall comply with R404.5.1 and R404.5.2.
R404.5.1 Receptacle required. A dedicated electrical receptacle connected to the electric panel with an appropriately sized branch circuit shall be provided within 36 inches (914 mm) of each gas or propane water heater, clothes dryer, and conventional cooking appliance.
R404.5.2 Receptacle identification. The branch circuits within the electric panel serving the future electric appliances shall be appropriately labeled for their intended use.”
(Ord. 8(2022) § 1)