NEW AUSTIN ENERGY CODE: Effective January 1, 2008

All permitted work on or after Januray 1, 2008 within the city of Austin must now meet the standards of the new Austin Energy Code. The Austin Energy Code is the 2006 International Energy Conservation Code with amendments. Some of these amendments include energy efficient roofing, energy efficient lighting, a new plan analysis software, and a new third-party testing requirement on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment.

We can help you meet the requirements of the new code and aide you in compliance through consulting, plan analysis, and third-party testing.

You can download and read the new Austin Energy Code here, and feel free to contact us with your questions, or for more information.