The SEED Program serves all State of Oregon agencies. Project owners are responsible
for ensuring compliance with SEED requirements.
Jump to: Class 1 and 2 Buildings
Jump to: Full Program Guidelines
State Energy Efficient Design Process
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Determine if the project is subject to SEED requirements. The construction or renovation
of a state facility that has absolutely no energy-using systems is not subject to SEED.
All other projects must comply with SEED.
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Determine if the project is a Class 1 or Class 2 building. In general, buildings that
are 10,000 square feet or more are Class 1, and buildings smaller than 10,000 square
feet are usually Class 2. See the full program guidelines
for more information.
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Notify the Oregon Department of Energy using the
Class 1 or the
Class 2
Project Notification Form. Our expert staff will help you navigate the process to ensure
you are saving the most energy and money possible
Class 1 and 2 Buildings
Class 1 Buildings
Class 1 buildings are generally larger than 10,000 square feet, and must be built or
renovated to a standard that is 20 percent better than established building energy code. A
list of Qualified Energy Analysts is
available for Class 1 projects.
Class 1 project owners should read the
full program guidelines, available
below.
Class 1 Resources
Class 2 Buildings
Class 2 buildings are smaller than 10,000 square feet, and also must be built or renovated
to a standard that is 20 percent better than established energy code. Class 2 projects are
self-administered, but ODOE staff are available to help navigate the process.
There are three forms to be completed and turned in to ODOE for Class 2 projects:
SEED Program Full Guidelines
The SEED Guidelines describe the program and requirements in detail. They are intended for
use by state agencies, building owners, building design team members, energy analysts, and
ODOE staff.