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Build Smart Checklist
Build Smart Checklist
Build Smart Checklist
BuildSmart Checklist
To receive a Build Smart Home certification the home shall contain 75% of the below checklist. All “Mandatory” items must be
implemented to receive certification. Some items may not be applicable and will not be included in total percentage tallies.
(Modifications and additions still in process)
Action Items Application Verification Voluntary
(V) or
Mandatory
(M)
Water Conservation
Locate water heaters so that kitchen and all bathrooms are within Tankless water heaters, also called instantaneous or demand Checked during V
35' of total pipe per run or fixtures more than 35 feet from water water heaters, provide hot water only as it is needed. plan review and at
heater use tankless water heater. final inspection.
Tankless water heaters heat water directly without the use of
a storage tank, and deliver a constant supply of hot water.
Gas‐fired models must have a minimum Energy Factor of
0.82. BS
Install on‐demand hot water recirculation system controlled by Checked during V
occupancy sensor or user activated switch. plan review and at
final inspection.
Install Energy Star dishwasher and laundry machine. ENERGY Appliance ENERGY STAR labels must remain on the Checked at C of O M
STAR dishwasher and laundry machines use 50% less water. equipment.
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Install HRV or Mechanical Ventilation system Integrated systems use the furnace fan to bring in outside air Inspected at final V – M (2 year)
through a dampered duct, and should be equipped with mechanical
controls to regulate air volume. inspection
Heat recovery ventilators (HRVs) and energy recovery
ventilators (ERVs) employ heat exchangers to recover heat.
The unit must be integrated into the HVAC system.
Ventilation is particularly appropriate with blower door test
results of less than 0.35 natural air changes per hour (NACH).
A timer or humidistat requirement for bathroom fans ensures
proper run‐time to adequately remove moisture from the
room.
Site Disturbance
Orient longer dimension of the structure to face within 20 Applicant provides V
degrees of south supporting
information or a
solar analysis at
plan review.
Construction fencing is on site prior to commencing construction Check at initial M
activities. Fencing shall be placed to limit disturbance to sensitive inspection..
areas and previous non‐disturbed areas not associated with
landscaping or BE.
Restrict disturbance to native soils/plants to no more than twice Applicant provides V
the total sq. footage of the proposed building footprint and supporting
construction fencing to ensure areas are not disturbed during information at plan
construction activities.
review and
inspected at final..
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