Residential energy code compliance, training, and resources

Adopted residential energy code

2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC)
Chapter 11 - Energy Efficiency
Effective Oct. 1, 2023 and mandatory April 1, 2024
Based on 2021 International Residential Code (IRC)

Issued errata

Code update training and adoption resources

Compliance tools

• Blower door results reporting checklist
• Prescriptive solar photovoltaic installation checklist
• Residential energy additional measure selection
• Measure 6 thermal performance calculator
• Envelope trade-off calculator

BCD Technical bulletins

• Insulation and installation of ducts and equipment
  
• Balanced mechanical whole-house ventilation
• Slab-on-grade insulation for new dwellings
  

Energy incentive programs

• ENERGY STAR | § 45L Tax Credits for Home Builders
• US DOE | Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) - Tax Credits
• Oregon Department of Energy | Tax incentives
• Energy Trust of Oregon | New construction
  
• Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
  

Additional energy resources

• Building Energy Codes Program - Technical assistance
• Building America Solution Center
• Building Components
  
• Guides A-Z