Choosing the Right Commercial Compliance Path: Documentation and Tools

Under the new Massachusetts Stretch Code, 225 CMR 23, new commercial buildings over 20,000 square feet must use a performance path for compliance. This two-hour training focuses on the two most common performance-based compliance options, Targeted Performance and Relative Performance. The Targeted Performance path requires projects to use energy modeling to demonstrate compliance with the heating and cooling Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI) targets. The Relative Performance path is based on ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G Performance Rating Method with Massachusetts amendments. This training will cover the reporting requirements and documentation that must be submitted to code officials for both compliance paths. It provides instructions for filling out the DOE/PNNL Compliance Form and Companion Tool for projects following the Relative Performance Path, and instructions for filling out the TEDI Compliance Tool for projects following the Targeted Performance path. The training covers productivity tips, efficient workflow, common mistakes, and best practices.