§ 99.12

(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- Shower/Changing Facilities 2-Tier (12"x15"x72") Occupants Required 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 1 shower stall per gender One 2-tier locker for each Over 200 for each 200 additional 50 additional tenant- tenant-occupants 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 THERMAL EMITTANCE 3-YEAR AGED SRI REFLECTANCE ≤ 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 THERMAL EMITTANCE 3-YEAR AGED SRI REFLECTANCE ≤ 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.) {'{'}Click_here_for_a_printable_PDF_version_of_this_table{'}'}

01 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.) {'{'}Click_here_for_a_printable_PDF_version_of_this_table{'}'}

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

lective from Electives from Division A5.5 Division A5.5 1 Additional 3 Additional Additional Measures Elective from Electives from any division any division Approximate Total 15 25 Measures

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.

SEC. 99.12.508.

(Amended by Ord. No. 187,719, Eff. 1/23/23.) Section A5.602 of the 2016 CALGreen Code is adopted with amendments to read as follows:

TABLE A5.602 CALGREEN VERIFICATION GUIDELINES MANDATORY MEASURES CHECKLIST {'{'}Click_here_for_a_printable_PDF_version_of_this_table{'}'}

Application: This checklist shall be used for nonresidential projects that meet one of the following: new construction, building additions of 1,000 square feet or greater, or building alterations with a permit valuation of $200,000 or more pursuant to Section 301.3 AND do not trigger a Tier 1 or Tier 2 requirement:

Y = Yes (section has been selected and/or included) N/A = Not Applicable (code section does not apply to the project – mainly used for additions and alterations) O = Other (provide explanation) [N] = New construction pursuant to Section 301.3 [A] = Additions and/or Alterations pursuant to Section 301.3

CHAPTER 5 DIVISIONS SECTION TITLE CODE SECTION Y N/A O PLAN SHEET, SPEC, OR ATTACH REFERENCE PLAN CHAPTER 5 CODE N/ SHEET, DIVISIONS SECTION TITLE SECTION Y A O SPEC, OR ATTACH REFERENCE Storm water pollution prevention for projects that disturb less than 1 5.106.1 Mandatory acre of land through 5.106.2 Mandatory Short-term bicycle parking (with exception) 5.106.4.1.1 5.106.4.1.2 Mandatory Long-term bicycle parking through 5.106.4.1.5 Mandatory Electric vehicle (EV) charging [N] w/ exceptions 5.106.5.3 Mandatory EV capable spaces [N] 5.106.5.3.1 Mandatory Electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) 5.106.5.3.2 Mandatory Use of automatic load management systems (ALMS) 5.106.5.3.3 Mandatory Accessible EVCS 5.106.5.3.4 Mandatory Note for EVCS signs DIVISION 5.1 5.106.3.1, Planning and Mandatory Table 5.106.5.3.1 w/ footnotes 5.106.3.2 Design and 5.106.3.3 Mandatory Electric vehicle (EV) charging: medium-duty and heavy-duty [N] 5.106.5.4 Mandatory Electric vehicle charging readiness requirements for warehouses, grocery 5.106.8 stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces [N] 5.106.5.4 Mandatory Table 5.106.5.4.1 and 5.106.5.4.1 5.106.8 Mandatory Light pollution reduction [N] (with exceptions, notes and table) through 5.106.8.2 Mandatory Grading and paving (exception for additions and alterations not altering 5.106.10 the drainage path) Mandatory Heat island effect 5.106.11 Mandatory Hardscape alternatives [N] 5.106.11.1 Division 5.2 Energy Mandatory Meet the minimum energy efficiency standard 5.201.1 Efficiency Mandatory Separate meters (new buildings or additions > 50,000 sf that consume more 5.303.1.1 than 100 gal/day) Mandatory Separate meters (for tenants in new buildings or additions that consume 5.303.1.2 more than 1,000 gal/day) Mandatory Water Reduction 5.303.2 Mandatory Water closets shall not exceed 1.28 gallons per flush (gpf) 5.303.3.1 Mandatory Wall-mounted urinals shall not exceed 0.125 gpf 5.303.3.2.1 Mandatory Floor-mounted urinals shall not exceed 0.5 gpf 5.303.3.2.2 Division 5.3 Mandatory Single showerhead shall have maximum flow rate of 1.8 gpm (gallons per 5.303.3.3.1 Water minute) at 80 psi Efficiency Mandatory Multiple showerheads serving one shower shall have a combined flow rate 5.303.3.3.2 and of 1.8 gpm at 80 psi Conservation Mandatory Nonresidential lavatory faucets 5.303.3.4.1 Mandatory Kitchen faucets 5.303.3.4.2 Mandatory Wash fountains 5.303.3.4.3 Mandatory Metering faucets 5.303.3.4.4 Mandatory Metering faucets for wash fountains 5.303.3.4.5 Mandatory Pre-rinse spray valve 5.303.3.4.6 Mandatory Food waste disposers 5.303.4.1 Mandatory Areas of additions or alterations 5.303.5 Mandatory Standards for plumbing fixtures and fittings

Mandatory Pre-rinse spray valve 5.303.3.4.6 Mandatory Food waste disposers 5.303.4.1 Mandatory Areas of additions or alterations 5.303.5 Mandatory Standards for plumbing fixtures and fittings

Mandatory Pre-rinse spray valve 5.303.3.4.6 Mandatory Food waste disposers 5.303.4.1 Mandatory Areas of additions or alterations 5.303.5 Mandatory Standards for plumbing fixtures and fittings 5.303.6 Mandatory Outdoor potable water use in landscape areas (with notes) 5.304.1 Mandatory Weather protection 5.407.1 Mandatory Moisture control: sprinklers 5.407.2.1 Mandatory Moisture control: exterior door protection 5.407.2.2.1 Mandatory Moisture control: flashing 5.407.2.2.2 Construction waste management – comply with either: Sections 5.408.1.1, 5.408.1.1, Mandatory 5.408.1.2, 5.408.1.3 or more stringent local ordinance 5.408.1.2, 5.408.1.3 Mandatory Construction waste management: documentation 5.408.1.4 Mandatory Universal waste [A] 5.408.2 Mandatory Excavated soil and land clearing debris (100% reuse or recycle) 5.408.3 Mandatory Recycling by occupants (with exception) 5.410.1 Mandatory Recycling by occupants: additions (with exception) 5.410.1.1 Mandatory Recycling by occupants: sample ordinance 5.410.1.2 Division 5.4 Mandatory Commissioning new buildings (≥ 10,000 sf) [N] 5.410.2 Material Mandatory Owner’s or owner representative’s Project Requirements (OPR) [N] 5.410.2.1 Conservation Mandatory Basis of Design (BOD) [N] 5.410.2.2 and Resource Mandatory Commissioning plan [N] 5.410.2.3 Efficiency Mandatory Functional performance testing [N] 5.410.2.4 Mandatory Documentation and training [N] 5.410.2.5 Mandatory Systems manual [N] 5.410.2.5.1 Mandatory Systems operation training [N] 5.410.2.5.2 Mandatory Commissioning report [N] 5.410.2.6 Mandatory Testing and adjusting for new buildings < 10,000 sf or new systems that 5.410.4 serve additions or alterations [A] Mandatory System testing plan for renewable energy, landscape irrigation and water 5.410.4.2 reuse [A] Mandatory Procedures for testing and adjusting 5.410.4.3 Mandatory Procedures for HVAC balancing 5.410.4.3.1 Mandatory Reporting for testing and adjusting 5.410.4.4 Mandatory Operation and maintenance (O&M) manual 5.410.4.5 Mandatory Inspection and reports 5.410.4.5.1 Mandatory Fireplaces 5.503.1 Mandatory Woodstoves 5.503.1.1 Mandatory Temporary ventilation 5.504.1 Mandatory Covering of ducts openings and protection of mechanical equipment during 5.504.3 construction Mandatory Adhesives, sealants and caulks 5.504.4.1 Mandatory Paints and coatings 5.504.4.3 Mandatory Aerosol paints and coatings 5.504.4.3.1 Mandatory Aerosol paints and coatings: verification 5.504.4.3.2 Mandatory Carpet systems 5.504.4.4 Mandatory Carpet cushion 5.504.4.4.1 Mandatory Carpet adhesives per Table 5.504.4.1 5.504.4.4.2 Mandatory Composite wood products 5.504.4.5 Mandatory Composite wood products: documentation 5.504.4.5.3 Mandatory Resilient flooring systems 5.504.4.6 Mandatory Resilient flooring: verification of compliance 5.504.4.6.1 Mandatory Thermal insulation 5.504.4.7 Mandatory Verification of compliance 5.504.4.7.1 Division 5.5 Mandatory Acoustical ceilings and wall panels 5.504.4.8 Environmental Mandatory Verification of compliance 5.504.4.8.1 Quality Mandatory Filters (with exceptions) 5.504.5.3 Mandatory Filters: labeling

5.504.4.7.1 Division 5.5 Mandatory Acoustical ceilings and wall panels 5.504.4.8 Environmental Mandatory Verification of compliance 5.504.4.8.1 Quality Mandatory Filters (with exceptions) 5.504.5.3 Mandatory Filters: labeling

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Division 5.5 Mandatory Acoustical ceilings and wall panels 5.504.4.8 Environmental Mandatory Verification of compliance 5.504.4.8.1 Quality Mandatory Filters (with exceptions) 5.504.5.3 Mandatory Filters: labeling 5.504.5.3.1 Mandatory Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) control 5.504.7 Mandatory Indoor moisture control 5.505.1 Mandatory Outside air delivery 5.506.1 Mandatory Carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring 5.506.2 Mandatory Acoustical control (with exception) 5.507.4 Mandatory Exterior noise transmission, prescriptive method (with exceptions) 5.507.4.1 Mandatory Noise exposure where noise contours are not readily available 5.507.4.1.1 Mandatory Performance method 5.507.4.2 Mandatory Site features 5.507.4.2.1 Mandatory Documentation of compliance 5.507.4.2.2 Mandatory Interior sound transmission (with note) 5.507.4.3 Mandatory Ozone depletion and greenhouse gas reductions 5.508.1 Mandatory Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) 5.508.1.1 Mandatory Halons 5.508.1.2 Supermarket refrigerant leak reduction for retail food stores 8,000 5.508.2 Mandatory square feet or more Sections 5.508.2 through 5.508.2.6.3 through 5.508.2.6.3 END OF MANDATORY PROVISIONS Documentation Author's / Responsible Designer's Declaration Statement __ Mandatory: I attest that this mandatory provisions checklist is accurate and complete. Signature: Company: Date: Address: License: City/State/Zip: Phone: