How does the Dallas Energy Conservation Code work?
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Short answer
Dallas adopts the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Dallas-specific amendments. On residential renovations, envelope upgrades (insulation R-values, window U-factors), HVAC efficiency minimums, duct leakage targets, domestic hot-water efficiency, and lighting efficacy are audited against the code for any scope that disturbs the building envelope or mechanical systems. Substantial renovations often trigger whole-system compliance rather than like-for-like replacement.
In detail
Dallas adopts the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Dallas-specific amendments. On residential renovations, envelope upgrades (insulation R-values, window U-factors), HVAC efficiency minimums, duct leakage targets, domestic hot-water efficiency, and lighting efficacy are audited against the code for any scope that disturbs the building envelope or mechanical systems. Substantial renovations often trigger whole-system compliance rather than like-for-like replacement.
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