Los Angeles Municipal Code Div. 12 Appendix A5 Nonresidential Voluntary Measures

(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

Shower/Changing Facilities 2-Tier (12"x15"x72") Personal

Number of Tenant- Occupants Required 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 for One 2-tier locker for each 50 Over 200 each 200 additional tenant- additional 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

MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR THERMAL 3-YEAR AGED

ROOF SLOPE REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE SRI ≤ 2 : 12 0.68 0.85 82 > 2 : 12 0.28 0.85 27

TABLE A5.106.11.2.3

TIER 2

MINIMUM 3-YEAR AGED SOLAR THERMAL 3-YEAR AGED

ROOF SLOPE REFLECTANCE EMITTANCE 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.) {'{'}Click here for a printable PDF version of this table{'}'}

ENVIRONMENTAL CATEGORY TIER 1 TIER 2 PERFORMANCE GOAL ENVIRONMENTAL CATEGORY TIER 1 TIER 2 PERFORMANCE GOAL Minimum Mandatory Meet all of the provisions of Meet all of the provisions of All Chapter 5 (See Tier 1 Checklist) Chapter 5 (See Tier 2 Checklist) (See Mandatory Checklist) Designated Parking for Fuel Meet Table A5.106.5.1.1 Meet Table A5.106.5.1.2 Efficient Vehicles Electric Vehicle Charging Approx. 8% of total spaces Approx. 10% of total spaces DIVISION 5.1 Cool Roof to Reduce Planning and Design Meet Table A5.106.11.2.2 Meet Table A5.106.11.2.3 Heat Island Effect 1 additional Elective from 3 additional Electives from Division A5.1 Division A5.1 Outdoor lighting power 90% of Outdoor lighting power 90% of Energy Performance2 Part 6 allowance Part 6 allowance If applicable, solar water-heating If applicable, solar water-heating system with minimum solar system with minimum solar savings fraction of 0.15 savings fraction of 0.15 DIVISION 5.2 Warehouse door seals Warehouse door seals Energy Efficiency Comply with day lighting Comply with day lighting requirements requirements Exhaust heat recovery Exhaust heat recovery Energy Budget 95% or 90% of Energy Budget 90% or 85% of Part 6 calculated value of Part 6 calculated value of allowance allowance DIVISION 5.3 Indoor Water Use 12% Savings 20% Savings

Water Efficiency and 1 additional Elective from 3 additional Electives from Conservation Division A5.3 Division A5.3 Construction Waste Reduction At least 65% reduction At least 80% reduction DIVISION 5.4 Utilize recycled content materials Utilize recycled content materials Recycled Content for 10% of total material cost for 15% of total material cost Material Conservation and Resource Efficiency3 1 additional Elective from 3 additional Electives from Division A5.4 Division A5.4 90% of flooring meets 100% of flooring meets Low-VOC Resilient Flooring VOC limits VOC limits1 Division 5.5 Install no-added formaldehyde insulation and comply with Environmental Quality Low-VOC Thermal Insulation Comply with VOC limits VOC limits 1 additional Elective from 3 additional Electives from Division A5.5 Division A5.5 1 Additional Elective from 3 Additional Electives from Additional Measures 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.

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

SHEET, SPEC, CHAPTER 5 SECTION TITLE CODE SECTION Y N/A O PLAN OR ATTACH DIVISIONS
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SHEET, SPEC, CHAPTER 5 SECTION TITLE CODE SECTION Y N/A O PLAN OR ATTACH DIVISIONS
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Mandatory Stormacre ofwaterland pollution prevention for projects that disturb less than 1 5.106.1 through 5.106.2

Mandatory Short-term bicycle parking (with exception) 5.106.4.1.1
Mandatory Long-term bicycle parking 5.106.4.1.25.106.4.1.5 through

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

5.106.3.1,
DIVISION 5.1

Planning and Design Mandatory Table 5.106.5.3.1 w/ footnotes 5.106.3.2 and 5.106.3.3

Mandatory Electric vehicle (EV) charging: medium-duty and heavy-duty [N] 5.106.5.4

Electric vehicle charging readiness requirements for warehouses,
Mandatory grocery stores and retail stores with planned off-street loading spaces 5.106.8
[N]
Mandatory Table 5.106.5.4.1 5.106.5.45.106.5.4.1and
Mandatory Light pollution reduction [N] (with exceptions, notes and table) 5.106.85.106.8.2through
Mandatory Gradingaltering theanddrainagepaving (exceptionpath) for additions and alterations not 5.106.10
Mandatory Heat island effect 5.106.11

Mandatory Hardscape alternatives [N] 5.106.11.1

Division 5.2
Mandatory Meet the minimum energy efficiency standard 5.201.1

Energy Efficiency Mandatory Separatemore thanmeters100 gal/day)(new buildings or additions > 50,000 sf that consume 5.303.1.1 Mandatory Separateconsume metersmore than(for1,000tenantsgal/day)in new buildings or additions that 5.303.1.2 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 Mandatory Singleper minute)showerheadat 80 psishall have maximum flow rate of 1.8 gpm (gallons 5.303.3.3.1 Division 5.3 Mandatory Multiplerate of 1.8showerheadsgpm at 80 psiserving one shower shall have a combined flow 5.303.3.3.2 Water Efficiency and Mandatory Nonresidential lavatory faucets 5.303.3.4.1 Conservation 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 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

5.408.1.1,
Mandatory Construction5.408.1.1, 5.408.1.2,waste management5.408.1.3 or–morecomplystringentwith either:local ordinanceSections 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 Conservation and Resource Mandatory Owner’s or owner representative’s Project Requirements (OPR) [N] 5.410.2.1 Efficiency Mandatory Basis of Design (BOD) [N] 5.410.2.2 Mandatory Commissioning plan [N] 5.410.2.3 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 Testingthat serveandadditionsadjustingor foralterationsnew buildings[A] < 10,000 sf or new systems 5.410.4
Mandatory Systemwater reusetesting[A]plan for renewable energy, landscape irrigation and 5.410.4.2
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 Coveringduring constructionof ducts openings and protection of mechanical equipment 5.504.3
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 5.504.5.3.1 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 Mandatory Supermarketsquare feet orrefrigerantmore Sectionsleak 5.508.2reductionthroughfor retail5.508.2.6.3food stores 8,000 5.508.25.508.2.6.3through END OF MANDATORY PROVISIONS Documentation Author's / Responsible Designer's Declaration Statement

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