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GENDA ILL November 7 2005
Aeenda Title: Discussion and Possible Direction to Authorize the Meetine Date: November 7, 2605
City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with Resource
Performance Partners, Inc. for the Development of a Green Building
Program for the City of Petaluma Meetine Time: ® 3:00 PM
❑ 7:00 PM
Cateeory (check one): ❑ Consent Calendar ❑ Public Hearing ❑ New Business
® Unfinished Business ❑ Presentation
Department: Director: Contact Person: Phone Number:
Community Mike Moor ' Mike Moore 778-4301
Development
Cost of Pronosal: $84,150
Amount Budeeted: $183,000
Account Number: 6000-54110
Name of Fund: General
Attachments to Aeenda Packet Item:
1) October 17, 2005 City Council Agenda Bill with Scope of Work from Resource Performance
Partners and Draft Resolution
2) Supplemental Green Building Information: Questions & Answers; Excerpts from Santa Rose Green
Building Program Implementation Plan
3) Letter of Support from Amy Christopherson Bolton
4) Letter of Support from Dell Tredinnick (City of Santa Rosa) (received via e-mail)
5) Letter for Support from William Woolpert
Summary Statement:
At its meeting of October 17, a motion to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with
Resource Performance Partners to assist staff on the implementation of a Green Building program failed on
a 3-3 vote, with Councilmember Torliatt absent. This item was rescheduled for the November 7 meeting so
additional information could be provided to the Council to address some of the questions that came up on
October 17. In addition, excerpts from the City of Santa Rosa's adopted Implementation Plan are included
to give the Council examples of some of the forms and criteria that are currently in use and who is
participating in their program. As we pointed out at the last meeting, this program would be completely
voluntary, but provides a City -adopted framework and educational program by which individual
homeowners and builders, as well as production builders, can determine their own level of participation.
This program also ties together and reinforces already adopted City Council policies regarding Greenhouse
Gas emissions, solar energy, waste management and water conservation as they relate to new development
and redevelopment.
Recommended Citv Council Action/Sueeested Motion:
Adopt the attached Resolution.
Reviewed by Admin. Svcs. Dir:
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Reviewed by City Attornev:
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALUORNIA�-
AGENDA BILL
Agenda Title: Discussion and Possible Direction to Authorize the Meeting Dte: October 17,Y20OU5
City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with Resource
Performance Partners, Inc. for the Development of a Green Building
Program for the City of Petaluma Meeting Time: ® 3:00 PM
❑ 7:00 PM
Cateeory (check one): ❑ Consent Calendar 0 Public Hearing ® New Business
❑ Unfinished Business ❑ Presentation
Department: Director: Contact Person: Phone Number:
Community Mike Mooye/}��` Mike Moore 707-778-4301
Development r I )
Cost of Proposal: $84,150 Account Number: 6000-54110
Amount Budgeted: $183,000 Name of Fund: General
Attachments to Agenda Packet Item:
1) Draft Scope of Work from Resource Performance Partners
2) Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Enter into an Agreement with Resource Performance
Partners
Summary Statement:
Over the past several years, the City Council has talked about implementing a Green Building Program for
the City. Resource Performance Partners has been instrumental in the creation and implementation of the
Green Building Program already established by the City of Santa Rosa. A number of Bay Area cities and
counties have already adopted Green Building programs and most are based on a similar set of data,
analysis and resources. Rather than starting from scratch, we can utilize work that has already been done to
establish the foundation of the program. The consultant assistance is necessary to supplement available
staff resources and focus on actual implementation. Resource Performance Partners is a Petaluma -based
consulting Finn that already has extensive experience and expertise in implementing Green Building
Programs, most recently in Santa Rosa. In addition, they have established contacts with other leading
consultants -in the Green Building Program field who can assist Petaluma with its efforts, as well as cover
the cost of those services through available state grant funding. It is possible that a significant portion of the
$84,150 cost of this project could be covered through grants; however, because of the timing of the grant
process, we are requesting that the City Council allocate the entire amount at this time so we can get the
project underway upon authorization to proceed.
Recommended Citv Council Action/Sugeested Motion:
Adopt the attached Resolution
Reviewed by Admin. Svcs. Dir: Reviewed by City Attornev: Approved by City Manager:
Date: Date: Date:
Todav's Date: Revision # and Date Revised: File Code:
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CITY OF PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
OCTOBER 17, 2005
AGENDA REPORT
FOR
Discussion and Possible Direction to Authorize the City Manager to Enter into an
Agreement with Resource Performance Partners, Inc. for the Development of a Green
Building Program for the City of Petaluma
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Over the past several years, the City Council has talked about implementing a Green Building
Program for the City. Resource Performance Partners has been instrumental in the creation and
implementation of the Green Building Program already established by the City of Santa Rosa. A
number of Bay Area cities and counties have already adopted Green Building programs and most
are based on a similar set of data, analysis and resources. Rather than starting from scratch, we
can utilize work that has already been done to establish the foundation of the program. The
consultant assistance is necessary to supplement available staff resources and focus on actual
implementation. Resource Performance Partners is a Petaluma -based consulting fimz that already
has extensive experience and expertise in implementing Green Building Programs, most recently
in Santa Rosa. In addition, they have established contacts with other leading consultants in the
Green Building Program field who can assist Petaluma with its efforts, as well as cover the cost
of those services through available state grant funding. It is possible that a significant portion of
the $84,150 cost of this project could be covered through grants; however, because of the timing
of the grant process, we are requesting that the City Council allocate the entire amount at this
time so we can get the project underway upon authorization to proceed.
2. BACKGROUND:
Green Building Programs have been developed in response to a growing movement by local
governments, the development community and many other community interests to address
resource conservation, environmental degradation and economic sustainability through
comprehensive design and development standards for new commercial and residential structures.
There are many examples of well-established and successful Green Building Programs around
the country that have resulted in a new way of thinking about building design, construction
practices and on-going building operations and maintenance. Even though our intention was to
include a Green Building Program as part of the City's comprehensive development code update,
we have an opportunity to take advantage of available grant funds and consultant expertise by
moving forward now. The implementation process outlined in the attached Scope of Work will
include outreach to and input from various stakeholder groups modeled after the successful
implementation efforts in Santa Rosa.
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ALTERNATIVES:
The Council may choose to postpone this effort to a later date; however, we could not be assured
of the availability of grant funding or commensurate consultant expertise if we pursue this
sometime in the future. In-house staff does not have the time or expertise in critical areas to
effectively implement the Green Building Program as proposed.
4. FINANCIAL IMPACTS:
It appears from the information provided by Resource Performance Partners in the attached
Scope of Work that up to $35,550 may be available through the grant program from the
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Additional grant funding may be available
beginning in 2006. Community Development has $183,000 budgeted for the City's development
code update project. In order to move forward now and improve our chances for grant funding,
we would recommend allocating a portion of the available development code funds for this
project.
5. CONCLUSION:
This is an opportunity to move forward on an important component of the City's development
code and will supplement the Council's recent policy initiatives in the areas of greenhouse gas
emissions, solar and water conservation.
OUTCOMES OR PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS THAT WILL IDENTIFY SUCCESS OR
COMPLETION:
The principal outcome will be the adoption and implementation of a Green Building Program.
7, RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt the attached Resolution.
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September 13, 2005
Mr. Michael Moore, Director
Community Development Department
City of Petaluma
P.O. Box 61
Petaluma, CA 94952
Dear Mike:
In response to your recent request, I am pleased to provide this draft proposal outlining consulting
services that Resource Performance Partners, Inc. (RPP) will provide to the City of Petaluma to
develop a Green Building program.
Momentum for adopting green building practices has been building both nationally and locally, with
Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Cotati, Novato, San Francisco, Berkeley, Oakland, San Jose and others
already establishing city-wide programs. This is a good time to be entering the green building arena,
as Petaluma will be able to draw from successes and lessons learned by these and other programs
around the Bay Area, and share in many of the resources that have already been created.
About Green Building
Green Building is the use of design and construction practices and materials that deliver improved
performance over conventional building practices in the areas of:
• energy and water consumption;
• efficient use and recycling of materials;
• greenhouse gas emissions, solid waste generation and other environmental impacts;
• indoor air quality;
• durability and ease of maintenance;
• integration with existing and planned local and regional infrastructures, such as
transportation, schools, parks, natural features, and so forth; and,
• long-term property values.
"Green" buildings are generally more comfortable, more efficient, more cost-effective, and healthier
than conventionally designed and constructed buildings. A Green Building Program benefits many
constituents, including:
The Community - by more efficient use of water, energy and materials; improved land use;
better indoor air quality, and greater home quality (and therefore, value).
Builders — through use of green building practices to deliver a higher quality product, increase
customer satisfaction, and create differentiation in the marketplace.
Local Utilities - by reducing incremental load growth, the effective capacity of existing energy,
water, wastewater, and even transportation infrastructure will be expanded. They also benefit by
reduced uncollectibles (due to the lower utility bills), improved compliance with regulations for
public benefits programs and recognition as environmental stewards.
Mr. Michael Moore, page 2
September 13, 2005
City of Petaluma - by keeping more money in the local community, (via utility and operating cost
savings for taxpayers and occupants), reducing environmental pollution, conserving important
natural resources, improving public health and safety via better indoor air quality, improving the
quality of the local housing stock, enhancing relationships with the building industry, and
supporting a better quality of life to Petaluma citizens. Importantly, a green building program also
supports the City's recent commitment to Greenhouse Gas emission reductions.
Environmental Organizations - from improved stewardship of natural resources and more
positive relationships with both the local government and the building industry.
Building Owners and Occupants - by getting buildings that are less expensive to maintain and
operate, more comfortable and healthierto live in, and have increased future resale value while
providing the satisfaction of knowing that the building has been built in a more environmentally
responsible way.
Project Deliverable
The overall deliverable for this phase is an up -and -running Green Building Program that reflects the
City's commitments to responsible development and environmental stewardship, and is integrated
into the Community Development Department's operations. RPP's scope of work to produce this
deliverable has three components or steps:
1. Development of a Green Building Program Implementation Plan which outlines all of the
necessary elements required for a successful voluntary program;
2. Program implementation guidance and assistance, which includes:
a. Creation and documentation of necessary educational resources, procedures, forms and
templates (using existing resources as much as possible—see below);
b, Training and consultation on green building and program implementation to city staff;
c. Facilitation of the stakeholder engagement process, which will include local building
professionals (architects, builders, developers, tradespersons, etc), realtors, consumers,
environmental groups, and others;
d. Serve as liaison with other local and state green building associations and working
groups, to form advantageous partnerships, take advantage of existing resources and
lessons learned;
3. Provide continued strategic organizational and technical assistance to City staff during and
immediately after program launch (including research, problem -solving, etc.) and to local
developers, builders, consumers and others to assist them in adopting green building
practices and to maximize participation in the program.
Our Approach – Leverage and Adapt Existing Resources for Petaluma
Central to a robust green building program will be development of the green building marketplace.
This will require that new home buyers and home remodelers become aware of and desirous of the
benefits of green buildings; the Iccal building industry is informed and ready to meet the consumer
demand, and the City of Petaluma is prepared to recognize and support green building practices.
This, in turn, requires a strong outreach and education effort on the part of the green building program
that includes professional and consumer resources such as brochures, case studies, fact sheets,
resource lists, educational seminars, a "green home" certification system, a web presence, media
advertising, trade shows, and networking. Fortunately, versions of many of these needed resources
have already been developed elsewhere and can be adapted for use by Petaluma`s green building
program. Our aim is to utilize and leverage these resources as much as possible to minimize
development and consulting costs to the City.
Proposal to Develop Green Building Program - DRAFT
Mr. Michael Moore, page 3
September 13, 2005
In addition, we will be drawing upon the expertise and expedence of our consulting associates at
"What's Working," national leaders in development of green building programs, and the many
templates, materials and other resources they have created for Alameda County Waste Management
Authority green building program and Bay Area Build It Green (BIG). We will receive considerable
consulting assistance from What's Working senior consultants at no cost, at least through the end of
this year, under a California Public Utility Commission grant administered through the Build It Green
program. (BIG actually grew out of the work done by What's Working consultants.) I have worked
with these consultants for the past few years in developing the Santa Rosa Green Building Program,
and elsewhere; we have a strong, collaborative working relationship.
Resource Performance Partner's role in this project will be as the primary consultant and contact for
the City of Petaluma, coordinating with What's Working consultants and others to ensure smooth and
timely development of the program. In addition to those elements listed above, our role will include
review and customizing of existing resources and templates to fit with the City's specific requirements
and goals, developing new resources where needed, and working closely with City staff to embed the
program within the City's infrastructure and processes in a workable way.
From conversations with you, we understand that City staff time is very limited. While close
collaboration and coordination with staff will be essential for success, we anticipate that our firm will
provide the bulk of research, design and development work to put the program together, under your
guidance. Our timeframe and fee structure is based upon this assumption.
Timeframe
Assuming no unanticipated scheduling or staff availability delays with the City of Petaluma, our
estimated timeframe for producing the deliverables outlined above is as follows:
1. Development of a Green Building Program Implementation Plan: 90 days from
commencement of agreement.
2. Program implementation guidance and assistance: 4 months from completion of
Implementation Plan (#1, above).
3. Continued strategic organizational and technical assistance: 6 months from completion of
green building program implementation (#2, above).
City of Petaluma and RPP both recognize that, due to scheduling difficulties and unforeseeable
factors, the timetable outlined herein for accomplishing various tasks is approximate. In the event of
unforeseen or extraordinary circumstances such as strikes, restructuring or other organizational
changes of City of Petaluma or natural disasters, both parties agree that this Agreement shall be
automatically extended accordingly unless otherwise agreed in writing. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
both parties hereby acknowledge that time is of the essence with respect to the performance and
success of this engagement Agreement.
Fees & Expenses
Total Project Fees are $84,150 of which up to $35,550 may be provided free of charge to City of
Petaluma by the consulting firm "What's Working," operating under a CPUC grant which lasts through
December 31, 2005. After December 31st it is possible that a similar arrangement may apply under a
new grant administered by Bay Area Build It Green, however this is not confirmed at this time. If
a similar arrangement does apply next year, then we would expect that all remaining services
provided by Mat's Working would be essentially free to the City of Petaluma. However, if such an
arrangement does not come through, those remaining fees incurred by What's Working after
December 31, 2005 would be payable by the City.
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Mr. Michael Moore, page 4
September 13, 2005
In other words, actual fees payable by City of Petaluma to What's Working will depend on two factors:
1. The proportion of professional services provided by What's Working through December of
this year, and;
2. The status of CPUC grant funding made available to cover What's Working services in 2006.
Assuming project commencement by October 31, 2005 (based on Timeframe, above), we would
expect that all of Step #1 (Development of Implementation Plan) would be complete, along with
perhaps 50% of Step #2 (Program implementation). This would account for roughly $20,000 of
CPUC -paid services from What's Working (or about 56% of the total fees for What's Working). This
assumes no unusual delays or City staff availability constraints (bearing in mind holiday season
schedules from late November through December). Fees for What's Working's services which are
incurred in 2006 and are not covered by a similar grant, shall be paid to What's Working in full by City
of Petaluma upon invoice, which shall be provided monthly.
Summary of Fees & Pavments
Of the total project fees of $84,150 the total payable by City of Petaluma to Resource Performance
Partners is $48,600, payable as follows:
$10,000 payable upon execution of this agreement;
$10,000 payable upon completion of Impiementaflon Plan (Step #1), upon invoice;
$14,000 payable upon completion of Program Implementation (Step #2), upon invoice;
Balance of $14,600 payable as ongoing support services are delivered, upon invoice.
Reimbursable Exoenses
In addition to fees for services, RPP shall be reimbursed for all out-of-pocket expenses, travel and
accommodation, event -related costs (room rental, food, materials, etc.), production costs, long-distance
phone charges, and other related expenses incurred in relation to providing the services described
herein.
About the RPP Team
I have been an active member of the core program development team and executive committee of
the Santa Rosa Green Building program since Its inception, and am familiar with the entire process of
designing and implementing a municipal green building program. I have spent the past 20 years
designing and facilitating multi -stakeholder collaborative projects and consulting to organizations and
government agencies on collaborative performance improvement, the past four years of which have
been focused on cost-effective environmental and social performance. My colleague, Ned Orrett,
P.E., (a civil engineer and ecologist by education), has been working in the fields of energy efficiency,
water efficiency and public policy related to sustainable development for more than 30 years.
Marc Richmond and David Johnston, senior consultants with What's Working
(www.whatsworking.com), will be working with us on this project. Marc Richmond has been involved
in the construction industry and consulting on green buildings for over 15 years, the past seven of
which he was with the Austin Energy Green Building Program, the oldest and largest such program in
the country. Marc led the development of the Santa Rosa Green Building Program. David Johnston
is a much sought after lecturer and keynote speaker on green building, and a former award winning
builder, himself. He has received numerous awards for his work, and is author of "Building Green in a
Black and White World" and co-author of the award-winning new book "Green Remodeling: Changing
the World One Room at a Time."
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Mr. Michael Moore, page 5
September 13, 2005
ADDITIONAL TERMS
In addition to the foregoing, the parties hereby agree as follows:
Effective Date
The effective date of this Agreement shall be the date this proposattletter agreement is signed by City
of Petaluma.
Renegotiations and Adjustments
Modifications to this Agreement may only be made by mutual consent of the parties, but in any event,
no modifications or claimed waiver to any provisions hereof shall be valid unless in writing and signed
by both parties.
Termination
Either party may terminate the Agreement with or without cause at any time, upon sixty days written
notice to the other party. Any termination will not affect certain provisions of this Agreement including
payment of fees, reimbursable expenses and indemnification, which shall continue in full force and
effect in accordance with their terms, with respect to obligations incurred or actions taken prior to
termination.
Indemnification
In connection with any services that RPP and its employees, agents and representatives might render
to City of Petaluma, City of Petaluma shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless RPP and its
employees, agents and representatives from and against any and all losses, claims, damages,
expenses, costs or liabilities (including any legal or other expenses reasonably incurred by them in
connection with investigating, preparing to defend, or defending any lawsuits, claims, or other
proceedings), arising as a result of the performance of the services to be rendered pursuant to this
Agreement including, but not limited to, actions brought by City of Petaluma's employees. City of
Petaluma hereby holds harmless and releases RPP and its employees, officers and directors, and
agents from any and all damages and consequences that may arise in the course of RPP's work with
City of Petaluma.
Limitation of liability
Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Agreement, RPP's liability under this
Agreement shall in no event exceed the amount actually received by RPP pursuant to this
Agreement.
IN NO EVENT SHALL RPP BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, EVEN
IF RPP HAS BEEN INFORMED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Resolving Disputes
Both parties agree that they will use their best efforts to resolve through direct conversation any
disputes that may arise under this Agreement. In the event that they are not able to resolve a dispute
to their mutual satisfaction, the parties agree to participate in good faith non-binding mediation in
accordance with the applicable rules and procedures for mediation and procedures for mediation
established by the American Arbitration Association ("AAA") then in effect. The mediation shall be
held in Sonoma County.
If the dispute is not resolved through such mediation, the dispute shall be resolved by arbitration. The
arbitration shall be held in Sonoma County and, except as provided herein, shall be conducted in
accordance with applicable rules and procedures established by the AAA. The expenses of
arbitration (other than attorneys' fees) shall be paid as determined by the Arbitrator. The prevailing
party shall be entitled to recover its costs and reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses. Any result
reached by the Arbitrator shall be final and binding on all parties to the arbitration, and no appeal may
be taken. Any party to any award rendered in such arbitration proceeding may seek a judgment upon
the award and that judgment may be entered thereupon by any court having jurisdiction.
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Mr. Michael Moore, page 6
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Attorneys' Fees
If any action is necessary to enforce the terms of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled
to reasonable attorneys' fees, costs and expenses in addition to any other relief to which such
prevailing party may be entitled.
Applicable Law
This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of
California excluding that body of law pertaining to conflict of laws. The parties agree that the
exclusive jurisdiction and venue of any action with respect to this Agreement shall be Sonoma
County, California.
Assignment
This Agreement may not be assigned by either party without the other party's prior written consent.
Severability
If any provision of the Agreement is invalid, illegal, or incapable of being enforced by reason of any
rule of law, statute, regulation, or public policy, then the valid, legal or otherwise appropriate part of
such provision and all other provisions of the Agreement shall nevertheless remain in full force and
effect.
Entire Agreement
This Agreement supersedes any and all pdor agreements and understandings, whether written or
oral, and constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between City of Petaluma and RPP
regarding the specific scope of work outlined in the attached letter agreement. In the event of
multiple scopes of work (each represented by a separate letter agreement), the terms and conditions
of this Addendum shall govern the relationship of the parties, except where specifically set forth
otherwise in other letter agreements.
Notices
All notices shall be given in writing, and shall be presumed given or made to the other party either if
served personally or if transmitted by facsimile, provided also deposited in the United States mail. If
such notice is served personally, or by fax, without also being deposited in the United States mail,
service shall be conclusively deemed made at the time personal delivery or facsimile receipt is
confirmed by telephone.
RESOURCE PERFORMANCE CITY OF PETALUMA
PARTNERS, INC.
Grayson James, CEO Michael Moore, Director
Community Development Department
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ATTACHMENT A
Implementation Plan Areas of Focus
The Green Building Program Implementation Plan will cover the following areas:
A. Overview of Green Building
I. The Green Building movement
it, The future of Green Building
Iii. Other programs
B. Program Components
I. Program Goals and Objectives
it. Program Framework & Timeline
iii, Stakeholder Engagement
C. Recommended Policy Formulation
D. Program Management & Operations
1. Staff Requirements
ii. Staff Processes
iii. Staff Education and Integration
iv. Inspection
E. Outreach & Education
I. Marketing
ii. Awareness Building
Iii. Public and Professional Education
F. Program Metrics and Evaluation
G. Future Considerations
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RESOLUTION NO. NCS
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT
WITH RESOURCE PERFORMANCE PARTNERS, INC. FOR THE
DEVELOPMENT OF A GREEN BUILDING PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF
PETALUMA
WHEREAS, the City Council, through legislation and other means of support,
promoted efforts to reduce environmental degradation and promote economically and
environmentally sustainable development; and
WHEREAS, Green Building Programs have already been established in many
communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and around the country with the
broad support of varied community interests.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Petaluma hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a professional services
agreement with Resource Performance Partners to develop and implement a Green
Building Program for the City of Petaluma(.
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Petaluma Green Building Program — Questions & Answers
1) What are the benefits of a municipal Green Building Program, and to whom?
The aim of a municipal Green Building program is to stimulate and support design
and construction practices that improve overall construction quality and efficient use
of resources. Green Building programs engage diverse stakeholders in learning
about and employing green building practices; provide resources and referrals to
homeowners, building professionals, builders, and developers; provide consistent
and well-documented building performance criteria to guide "green" design and
construction, and; provide a public forum for recognizing green building practices, via
Green Points Certification.
• Buildings that are higher quality, less expensive to maintain and operate, and
more comfortable and healthier to live in benefits every building occupant
(owner or tenant).
• Higher resale value of green buildings benefit the developer or owner, as well
as the local economy.
• Buildings that use less water, energy, generate less solid waste, make better
use of land, and are generally higher quality, benefits the entire community.
The money that is saved on utility bills and maintenance also benefits the
local economy.
• By reducing incremental load growth, the effective capacity of existing
energy, water, wastewater, and even transportation infrastructure will be
expanded, along with fewer uncollectible bills provide benefits to local utilities.
• By taking advantage of established green building standards and resources,
builders and developers are able to deliver a higher quality product, increase
customer satisfaction, and better differentiate themselves in the marketplace.
• A green building program demonstrates strong leadership and stewardship of
natural resources and community well-being, which is a central concern of
local environmental and sustainability advocacy groups.
• The benefits to the City of Petaluma include:
o Improving the local economy by keeping more money in the local
community, via lowered utility and operating costs for building
occupants
o reducing environmental pollution and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
o improving public health and safety via better indoor air quality
o improving the quality of the local housing stock
o not being left behind the pack of other local municipalities who have
already implemented green building programs and resources.
2) How will a voluntary program make a difference for Petaluma?
It enables homeowners, builders and developers to create new business
opportunities and market positioning by finding innovative ways to improve their
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Petaluma Green Building Program – Questions & Answers
green building performance. While mandatory programs raise the lowest level of
performance required of all new construction, they don't generally stimulate
innovation and the quest for continuing market differentiation, the way voluntary
programs do. By providing an established framework of performance criteria and
"green points" to shoot for, builders are encourage to compete for ever higher green
performance—and consequently—quality and resource efficient construction, in the
marketplace. Asa completely voluntary program, builders and developers who
don't wish to participate or to build green do not need to do so.
3) What do project fees cover?
Fees cover the development of a complete program package, including:
An implementation plan that incorporates the input, objectives and capacity of
city staff;
® Program implementation, which includes:
a. Adaptation, creation and documentation of educational resources,
procedures, forms and templates (using existing resources wherever
possible);
b. Training and consultation on green building and program
implementation to city staff; education for homeowners, homebuyers,
design and building professionals and other interested parties;
c. Facilitation of the stakeholder engagement process, which will include
local building professionals (architects, builders, developers,
tradespersons, etc), realtors, consumers, environmental groups, and
others;
d. Serving as liaison with other local and state green building
associations and working groups, to form advantageous partnerships
and leverage additional resources;
A successful green building program helps to establish a thriving
green building marketplace. Such a marketplace will require that new
home buyers and home remodelers become aware of and desirous of
the benefits of green buildings; the local building industry is informed
and ready to meet the consumer demand, and the City of Petaluma is
prepared to recognize and support green building practices. This, in
turn, requires a strong outreach and education effort on the part of the
Green Building Program that includes professional and consumer
resources such as brochures, case studies, fact sheets, resource lists,
educational seminars, a "green home" certification system, a web
presence, media advertising, trade shows, and networking.
Strategic organizational and technical assistance to City staff during and
immediately after program launch (including research, problem -solving, etc.).
Petaluma Green Building Program — Questions & Answers
5) Why wouldn't developers pay for the cost of developing the program instead of
the City?
As a voluntary program, developers are only one of the groups of stakeholders that
benefit from a Green Building Program, and not all developers or builders may wish
to participate. The primary benefits of a program accrue to the building owners
and/or occupants who will enjoy cleaner indoor air, lower utility bills, and lower long-
term building maintenance costs, and to the community, which values resource
efficiency and responsible growth. Those developers/builders who wish to
participate in the voluntary program will already be paying for third party "inspectors"
to verify attainment of "green points" on the Green Points Rating System, and in
some cases, may also pay more to include certain desired "green" features in their
buildings.
Green Building Program
Implementation Plan
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Excerpts from Santa Rosa Green Building Program
Implementation Plan —January 2, 2004
SANTA ROSA GREEN BUILDING PROGRAM
This Implementation Plan has been created to provide a working blueprint for
development of the Green Building Program for Santa Rosa. This plan
represents collaborative effort by a wide cross-section of building, design and
environmental professionals, including private developers, government officials
and staff, energy providers, energy professionals, marketing experts, architects
and others aimed at promoting and supporting state-of-the-art, sustainable
development in Santa Rosa. By encouraging and supporting proven "green
building" practices the City will conserve natural resources, reduce waste and
improve the health and well-being of the occupants of buildings and the
surrounding community at minimal cost to the City.
The team responsible for this Plan has sought to develop a program that would
meet the needs of all sectors and provide our community with a guide for
sustainable, responsible growth. This Plan addresses the following program
elements:
-Program Management
-Training and Education
-Marketing
-Municipal Buildings
-Inspection
This comprehensive cookbook for community stewardship leads by its own
example. Many of the practices and techniques are recycled from other
communities and other green building efforts. These ingredients have been
thoughtfully 'booked" by locals that has allowed for the regional climate, culture,
economic foundation and identity of our community to be reflected in this
document_
This document is by no means final. It serves as a start in the long-term
process of seeking and employing the most environmentally sensitive,
economically astute and community supportive methods and materials to
frame our future growth.
Excerpts from Santa Rosa Green Building Program
Implementation Plan — January 2, 2004
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction & Overview...................................................................................................................................
2
WhatIs Green Rnilrnna7............................. .................. -............ ................. .............................................................
2
Benefitsof Green Buildino.............._...._........`...._....................._.....................-`-..................._.............................2
Program Vision/Mission Statement...........................................................................................................................3
ProoramGoal & Obiectives.......................................................................................................................................3
Chanter 2 - Prooram Manaaement & Develooment............................................................................................................
4
ProaramDevelooment......._.....................---._.---.........._..................................._.................................................4
ActionPlan -Time Table...........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter3 - Prooram Marketina...........................................................................................................................................
6
Marketina to Building Professionals..........................................................................................................................6
Marketinato the Public..............................................................................................................................................
6
Helpinq Buildinq Professionals Market Their Products and Services......................................................................7
Partnerina with Other Northern California Green Buildina Efforts............................................................................8
ActionPlan - Time Table...........................................................................................................................................
8
Chapter4 - Traininq and Education.....................................................................................................................................
9
BuildingProfessional Trainina......................................................................................................................................
10
OrientationSeminar., ..... ........... ..................................................................... ........................................
.......... __ 10
TraininqManual.......................................................................................................................................................
10
Professional Training Seminars - ................... ........ .......... ............... -........ ........ ....................................................
10
IndividualConsultation ..................... .................................................................. ...._...................._.........................
11
TechnicalHotline ........ ...... ........................ -............................................................................................
................ 11
MunicipalStaff Trainina...........................................................................................................................................
12
Munlcloal Elected /Appointed Officials Traininq....................................................................................................
12
PublicEducation................................................................................................................................-........................
12
WebSite...................................................................................................................................................................
12
Presentations. Workshops & Classes.....................................................................................................................
13
Touts.._ ................................ ................ ................ ..... ................. ............. ............. ....................................................
13
DemonstrationProiects--.........----......._.............................._..............................................................................
13
Information Dissemination Outlets..........................................................................................................................
13
ActionPlan -Time Table.........................................................................................................................................
14
Chapter 5 - Green Buildinq Program Partners ................................................................... ............._............._..................
17
Chapter 6 - Inspection and Certification.............................................................................................................................
18
Inspections and Rating Systems.............................................................................................................................
18
Chanter - Municipal Buildinas Proaram.... ........ ..............................................................................................................
20
Background........... ............................................................ .......................................................................................
20
GreenBuilding Poll...............................................................................................................................................
20
ProoramManaoement.............................................................................................................................................
20
ProoramGoals.........................................................................................................................................................
21
CityStaff Trainina......_....._...._...................................................................................------.._...._........................
22
AffordableHousma..................................................................................................................................................
22
ActionPlan ................................................ .................................................. .............................................................
22
Chaoter 7 - Proaram Evaluation ............................... ........ ............................ ...--- -............................................................
24
Chapter8 - Conclusion ............................. .............. ................................................... .......... ..............................................
24
Aopendlx A - Development Team & Advisory Task Force Members ...............................................................................
25
Appendix B - Obstacles to and Opportunities for Green Buildina....................................................................................
27
Obstaclesto Green Buildina-......................................................................................................................................
27
Lackof Information..................................................................................................................................................
27
ReaulatowBarriers ..................................................................................................................................................
27
FinancingObstacles................................................................................................................................................
27
Lackof Incentives....................................................................................................................................................
27
Lackof Standards......................................................... ................. -.....................................................................
.. 27
O000rtunitiesfor Green Building...................................................................................................................................
28
New Technologies ..............................................................................................................
......
............................... 28
............................-.........---'---..._.................._
Cost of Enem................................................................_
.............. 28
GovernmentInitiatives.............................................................................................................................................
28
EducationalResources............................................................................................................................................
28
Partnership...............................................................................................................................................................
28
Strateoies to Overcome Barriers and Take Advantage of Opnortunlfles....................................................................
29
Local Government Support Mechanisms................................................................................................................
29
Local Buildina Industry Support ...............................................................................................................................
29
Sustained Marketina and Outreach.........................................................................................................................
29
Anoendix C - Future Proaram Considerations.................................................................................................................
30
ProaramAdvisory Board.......................................................................................................................................-
30
ProaramStaff...........................................................................................................................................................
30
ProaramMembership..............................................................................................................................................
30
Excerpts from Santa Rosa Green Building Program
Implementation Plan — January 2, 2004
Chapter 1 — Introduction & Overview
On June 10th, 2003, the Santa Rosa City Council approved the Santa Rosa Green
Building Program Conceptual Plan. This was the culmination of six months of
collaborative work between many individuals representing diverse industries and
interests, including local government, building designers and builders, environmental
professionals, utility representatives, and many others, under the guidance of Marc
Richmond and Austin Energy/Frontier Associates (Appendix A lists the participants).
This Implementation Plan builds upon that conceptual foundation and describes in detail
what the Santa Rosa Green Building Program will aim to accomplish and how it will do
so while remaining a volunteer program with minimal costs to help educate and enhance
our community's awareness about Green Building and Design. In essence, this plan is a
blueprint for building the Santa Rosa Green Building Program, covering everything from
desired program outcomes to potential organizational structure, staffing, funding,
outreach, education, relationships with community partners and customers. This Plan
also looks at some of the challenges to implementation, and more.
This "blueprint" is intended as a guidance document only, not a definitive set of
specifications and plans. The intended timeline is for the next two to five years. As with
any building project, circumstances, challenges, opportunities and priorities often change
during the course of a project. As the program is developed, changes will certainly be
made and the program will evolve to reflect the current and anticipated needs and
interests of the community. We welcome this evolution and are pleased to offer this
initial foundation to build upon.
What is Green Buildina?
Green Building is the use of construction practices and materials that protect people and
the environment. Green buildings are designed in an integrated manner to respond to
the local climate and conditions, to use environmental resources wisely, and to consider
the long-term use of the building. Specifically, green buildings are designed, built and
operated to deliver improved performance over conventional building practices in the
following areas:
• Conservation of enerav and water
• Use of materials in a resource -efficient manner
• Maintenance of good indoor air aualitv
• Durability and ease of maintenance
• Intearation with the site and reaion
• Actina as teachina tools, educatino occupants on the connection of buildings and
the environment.
Excerpts from Santa Rosa Green Building Program
Implementation Plan — January 2, 2004
Appendix A — Development Team & Advisory Task Force Members
Development Team
First name Last name
Affiliation
Mark
Armstrong
City of Santa Rosa
Amy
Bolten
Christopherson Homes
Peter
Bruck
City of Rohnert Park
Ed
Buonaccorsi
City of Santa Rosa
Robert
Cantua
R. W. Cantua Construction
Jim
Chaaban
PG&E
Karina
Chilcott
Sonoma County Waste Management Agency
Janet
Connors
Exchange Bank
Frank
DeMassa
Utility Consulting
Bruce
Hammond
Hammond Fine Homes Inc., Redwood Empire GB Council
Dave
Imoto
PG&E, North Coast Division
Grayson
James
Resource Performance Partners
Rob
Kambak
Sonoma County
Patty
Kolin
RMW Architecture and Interiors
Dave
Martinez
City of Santa Rosa
Bill
Mattinson
Sol -Data Energy Consulting
Armando
Navarro
Sonoma State University
Kristi
Paganini
Christopherson Homes
Carolena
Pierce
S.E.E. Green
Gary
Pugh
Alternative Building Concepts, Design and Estimating
Dan
Reiter
Winzler & Kelly Consulting Engineers
Marc
Richardson
City of Santa Rosa
Marc
Richmond
Austin Energy
Amy
Rider
County of Sonoma
Mike
Southworth P.E.
Winzler & Kelly Consulting Engineers
Glenn
Suyeyasu
Mead Clark Lumber
Dianne
Thompson, AIA
City of Santa Rosa
Dell
Tredinnick
City of Santa Rosa
Pete
Van Dorn
Baltix Furniture
Carol
Venolia
Carol Venolia, Architect
Craig
Williams AIA
American Institute of Architects
Advisory Task Force
Jane Bender Santa Rosa City Council
Paul Brophy R.G. Environmental & Geothermal Services Inc.
Excerpts from Santa Rosa Green Building Program
Implementation Plan — January 2, 2004
Mark
Brna
City of Santa Rosa
Jim
Chace
PG&E
Brenda
Christopherson
Christopherson Homes
Mike
Enright
City of Santa Rosa
Mark
Fallin
Cobblestone Homes Inc.
Colleen
Ferguson
City of Santa Rosa, Public Works Department
Pete
Gang
Common Sense Design (Spirited Green Architecture)
Kevin
Gilleran
Gilleran Energy Management
Scott
Hunter
Scott Hunter Ph.D., P.E. Consulting Engineer
Bruce
Maxwell
Knight Wagner Architecture
Joan
Moulthrop
City of Santa Rosa
Additional Participants
AIM Associates (Architecture & Integrated Design Team
George
Beeler NCARB
Mgt.)
Larry
Boughton
Randy
De Caminada
PG&E
Frank
Denney
Cobblestone Homes Inc.
Duane
DeWitt
Univeristy of California, Berkeley
Ehlert
Lassen
Earth Energy Systems Inc.
Amy
Lear
County of Sonoma
Ed
Myers
Provimetrics (Conservation Measurment Solutions)
Howard
Pedersen
Christopherson Homes
Margaret
Pennington
Redwood Chapter Sierra Club
Sean
Pikuhn
John
Rosenblum Ph.D.
Provimetrics (Conservation Measurment Solutions)
Maryann
Rowland
Agilent Technologies
Norm
Stone
PG&E
Eric
Storm
Sustainable Sonoma County
Terry
Stubbings
City of Santa Rosa
Stephen
Volz
Auro Natural Paints & Finishes
Lisa
Ward Grant
City of Santa Rosa
M"
Santa Rosa
Build It Gireeu
Dear Green Building Applicant,
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
Congratulations for your interest in City of Santa Rosa Build It Green (SR- BIG) Program!
This letter, with attachments, is to help you toward our mutual goal of creating new
buildings or remodeling existing ones in a way that:
- is good for the environment
- is healthy for the people who construct and will be in the building
- reduces energy costs during construct and throughout the life -cycle of the building
- reduces waste during and after construction
- serves as an example to others on how green buildings work and their benefits for
everyone.
The SR -BIG Program is a voluntary program which aims to promote green building and
green developments by educating the public, assisting builders, re -modelers, architects,
planners, engineers, home building suppliers, and the general public in how and why to
Build It Green!
HOW SR -BIG WORKS
SR -BIG provides the guidelines, advice, and ultimate certification for qualified green
buildings or remodel projects within Santa Rosa. Developers and re -modelers desiring
green certification for their projects must complete the attached documents, the SR -BIG
Application and Green Points Checklist, and submit them to the SR -BIG Executive
Committee. The application starts the process. Each project must be inspected by a
qualified, independent rater who has met the established criteria to be a SR -BIG Rater.
Please contact a SR -BIG Rater to assist you in completing the Green Points Checklist. A
list of SR -BIG Approved Raters is included with this letter. The Santa Rosa Build It Green
Rater verifies the qualifying green points of the project using the SR -BIG scoring system.
The SR -BIG scoring system is included with this letter and is available online at
stopwaste.org. The inspected project is then submitted to the SR -BIG Executive Committee
for final verification and award of the SR -BIG certificate.
If you have any questions regarding this process or how to get started please feel free to
call or e-mail me. We are eager to help you provide green buildings and a healthier world.
Dell Tredinnick
SR BIG Program Manager
4300 Llano Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 543-3366
dtredinnick cD..ci. santa-rosa.ca.us
attachments
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APPLICATION FOR GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION
A. Statement of Ownership and Interest
L Home owner/Developer:
2. Contractor/Architect (if applicable):
3. Project Contact Person:
Address:
Phone: (w)
Email Address:
Applicant signature:
4. Certified SR -BIG Inspector:
Address:
Phone: (w)
Email Address:
Date Submitted:
County:
(cell)
Date:
County:
(cell)
Date:
Estimated date of completion:
eRemodel/Addition: ❑ Other
Commercial/Non-Residential:
Describe:
Describe:
Describe:
Duplex No. of each: Describe:
Size of project (acreage & average square footage per unit)
Please provide a brief overview of the green building features in the residence (Use additional
sheets, if necessary):
C. Method of Certification
Please submit the following:
1. Completed Application (this page)
2. Completed Green Points Checklist (attached) OR Lead Certification Documents
3. Statement from 3rd party SR -BIG Inspector that project meets SR -BIG Criteria, including
any changes which occurred during construction.
D. Return the completed application by email or to the address below.
Executive Green Building Committee
c/o Dell Tredinnick
4300 Llano Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
dtredinnicknivei.santa-rosa.ca.us or (707) 543-3366
Vnn will receive final certifiration frnm the SR -RTC', F.BerntiVe C'nmmittee "�
Inspector signature:
B. Description of Project
I.
Name of project:
2.
Project location:
3.
Date project started:
4.
Type of project (check applicable)
New construction:
Residential:
5.
Single family No. of each:
6.
Commercial No. of each:
7.
Townhouse/Condo No. of each:
Date Submitted:
County:
(cell)
Date:
County:
(cell)
Date:
Estimated date of completion:
eRemodel/Addition: ❑ Other
Commercial/Non-Residential:
Describe:
Describe:
Describe:
Duplex No. of each: Describe:
Size of project (acreage & average square footage per unit)
Please provide a brief overview of the green building features in the residence (Use additional
sheets, if necessary):
C. Method of Certification
Please submit the following:
1. Completed Application (this page)
2. Completed Green Points Checklist (attached) OR Lead Certification Documents
3. Statement from 3rd party SR -BIG Inspector that project meets SR -BIG Criteria, including
any changes which occurred during construction.
D. Return the completed application by email or to the address below.
Executive Green Building Committee
c/o Dell Tredinnick
4300 Llano Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
dtredinnicknivei.santa-rosa.ca.us or (707) 543-3366
Vnn will receive final certifiration frnm the SR -RTC', F.BerntiVe C'nmmittee "�
Chapter Three:
Green Points
When building, it is important to look carefully at the type
of project and incorporate as many green features as
possible. The items listed on the Green Points represent a
variety of green building opportunities; however, not all of
them may apply to your project.
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B. Foundation
1 ItmporantRecycld Flyash in Cuneate
Green Points is a rating system that has been
"green home". Total points required may be
developed to offer builders, homeowners and
adjusted in the future. The rating system was
505:, Recycling Rate is Reymond; 65'.; = 1 pmnt;75" = 2 points: BO„ _ -1 pti
municipalities a tool to assess how environmentally
developed in coordination with local builders, city
4
friendly or "green" a home is. The rating system
planners and building officials. To simplify the
4 Mmimge Disupuun of Existing Plants ti Pets
is based on the various green features incorporated
system and to avoid double counting, each
_
into the home, A home that has earned 50 points
measure is assigned to one specific category,
7, Design Resource-Efdioent l andscapes
or more across the 3 main green building
even though many of them can be placed in
s
categories— Indoor Air Quality, Energy Efficiency
multiple categories.
is
to
and Resource Efficiency — can be considered a
2 Use FSC Ce-nfaxl Wood fm laming (Fa- every 1051 of FSC lundx' us,.,l = 2 points, up to 10)
B. Foundation
1 ItmporantRecycld Flyash in Cuneate
up to 5
A, Site
1. Recycle Job Site Consuucnnn E Demolition Waste
up 104
505:, Recycling Rate is Reymond; 65'.; = 1 pmnt;75" = 2 points: BO„ _ -1 pti
3
_ Donate unused Materials
4
3 Rotcct Hanve Soil
2
4 Mmimge Disupuun of Existing Plants ti Pets
1
5. linplemant Construction Site. Surmwater P apices
_
5. Protect Water Quality::nlh Landscape Design
2
7, Design Resource-Efdioent l andscapes
4
a Renu! Mule) inld Use Rucyr-led Content Mate-iats for Landscape Fleas
2
0 Install Hioh-Effimency I!ngalion Syslens
2
10. Provide. lo- Om Site Wane CalahmentI Rcmnhon
I
2 Use FSC Ce-nfaxl Wood fm laming (Fa- every 1051 of FSC lundx' us,.,l = 2 points, up to 10)
Available Points 25
B. Foundation
1 ItmporantRecycld Flyash in Cuneate
up to 5
15?„ Reiyded Hyash - 2 pomO: Add 1 point for every 10;5 maease of flyash, up to 5 paints
2 Reuse Form eoads
1
3 Use Aluti Foms
3
.1 Use Recycled Content Annrenale
2
5 Insplate Foundat ollSlab before backfill
3
6. Install RUM Fnatn, Insulated Concrete it, IICFsl
3
Available Points
17 6
C. Structural Frame
1 Subsonne Sobel Sawn Lumber wnh Fngmecrtd Lurnbe,
a Floors
i
b Headta Amit srt¢ueap
i
c.. Slmclmal beams and headers
1
2 Use FSC Ce-nfaxl Wood fm laming (Fa- every 1051 of FSC lundx' us,.,l = 2 points, up to 10)
up to 10
3 Use Wood I-Joisb to, Floor, and Cedin0s
2
4. Use Steel Inle-io, Web busses
2
5. Desmon Ene,gy Heels on busses
2
•f t•
2
i
C. Structural Frame (continued)
up to 2
b Showeihe ids U point each, up to 2 points)
up to 2
u Use OSB
up to 4
4 Install Cut unne Filter on Shownhead
If
a Subfloors
1
6 Pre -plump to Daywuei Conversinn (check Willi local code)
.I
b Sheathing
1
B Install On -Demand Hot Watt Cnculabon Pump
4
7 Use Finger -Jointed Stutls far NonSUucli Vemcal Applications
2
S. Use Enumee, cd Studs for Vertical Applications
2
e. Use Recycled Content Steel Studs to Intone, Flirting
2
10. Use StnlCtlllal Insulated Panels ISIP,d
a Fluu s
3
b. Wall
3
c. pool
3
11 Apply Advanced Famuug techniques
4
n
12 Use Redahm.^.d I umber In, Nun Btnetu,al Apphcnimr,
g
z
0
Available Paints 32
11
N
D. Exterior Finish
I , Use Sustahablu Oucg Ftma t, als
a Recycled content
3
b, FSC Ceridled Wood
3
2 Ilse Non CCA h=ated Wont
1
3. Install House W ap under Siding
1
4 Use Alter 113trm Siding_ Mani hal,
a Rocycled content
1
b Filan,cemem
3
Available Paints 10
2
n
E. Plumbing
1 IOSIIIaLe all Hot Water Pipe,
2
_ Insmll Flow Reduces
a Faucets (7 Point each. in, to 2 poioL•)
up to 2
b Showeihe ids U point each, up to 2 points)
up to 2
3 Install Wlra-t nw Flush Fallen, It Point each. up to 4 points)
up to 4
4 Install Cut unne Filter on Shownhead
If
5. Install Tanldess Water Heater
2
6 Pre -plump to Daywuei Conversinn (check Willi local code)
.I
7 Install Water Filtration Pon, at Faucets 12 points each. of, in 4 points)
up to .I
B Install On -Demand Hot Watt Cnculabon Pump
4
Available Paints 16 4 a
F. Electrical
1 Install Compact Fluorescent Light Prtlbe - CFL, (E bulbs=2 Points 12=4 Points, up to 4 points) up to 4
Install Au -Tight InsulahamCornpethble Recessed Fisunee fm CFI s (1 point e.odh uP to 5 planta) up in 5
3 Install I ighimg Controls (1 point per Food e. up to .11 ... nud up hh 4
4 Install High Eluaency CeiOng Fans wah CFLs It Point each up l04 Fina l up to 4
Available Points 17
G. Appliances
1, Offer Energy Sta, Dishvn,her 7
2. Offer Hummrfluai Axis Washing Machine 1
3. Offer Energy-Efficsod Rrafngisator 1
4. Install Bunt -In Recycling Center 3
Available Paints 3 3
H. Insulation
1. Upyrade insulation to Exceed fit to 2-1 Requn easel ts
I. Walls
b Ceihngi
2. Install Rucycfad-Content. Fa-maldehyde-Free Fiberglass Insulation
3. Use Advanced Infdtnilmn Reduction P actices
A the Crlhilose Insulounn
it Walls q
b Cerhnus q
Available Point a e 3
I. Windows
is 1. Install Energy-Efbuanl Werarrvs
w a Double -Paned 1
6. tow-Emmsmuy (Lea -E) 2
c. I aur. C.lidunivity Francon _
Available Points 5
J. Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
1. Use Duct hlasnc on All Duct Juomts
1
2. Install DuctWarli Within Condemned Space
3
3 Vent Range Hood to the Outside
1
-1 Clean all Ducts Befine Occupancy
2
5. Install Attic Ventilation Systems
1
6 Install While House Fan
.1
7 Install Sealed Comhustmn Units
a. Furnace
3
L `Nate Heaters
3
B. Install 13 SEEM 1 EER or higher AC Weh a IXV
3
9. Install AC with IJomHCFC Pefuyemnts
2
10 Install 904,. Annual Wel Uulrzatmn 6lhaency (AFUE) Furnace
11 Eliminate Wool] Burning Fireplaces
1
12 Install Zoned, Hydron.c Radiant Hcatmg
3
13 Install High Efficiency Pa-bculate Ar (HEPA) fill,-
q
1 1. Install Heal Recovery Ventilation Unit (HAW
3
15 Install Sepalam Garage Exhaust Fan
3
Available Points 2 22 17
K. Renewable Energy and Roofing
1 Pre -Plumb for Sola: Water Hendee
2 Install S(Ia, Wale, Helenul System 10
3 Pre -WI ,e to- Future Photovoltaic (PV) lustallauun 4
'1 Install Phninvab;fm (PVI Panels (1.21:W = 6 pmnts, 2A kw = 12 paints. 3.6 kw= 1 B pones) up to iB
:i. Install Sohn (PVI Walkway I ,glim q
6. Select Safe and Du able Ruohng Matt:-mis 1
7 Install Radunt Bar, a, real Sheathing 3
Available Points 1 43
11
�F r�T rt 1
L. Natural Heating and Cooling
I Incmpomte Passive Sufa- Heahno 5
2 Install Overhangs or Awnings nn South Fauns W'ndmus 3
3. Plant Deciduous Bees un the West and South Sides 3
Available Points 11
M. Indoor Air Quality and Finishes
1 hrslall Whole House Vacuum System
3
2 Use Locdno-VOC Pam[
_ 1
3 Use Low VOC, Wates -Based Wood Finishes
2
4 Use Solvent -Free Adhesives
3
5 Subsblute Perl¢lebuam tail Fb:maldehyde-Fo,v Malenals
6
6 Use Extonw Grade Plywood m-InW m Usas
1
7, Lie Fmma Wehyde-Free MOF and Malenns
I
6 Seal all Exposed Paarcleboaid to MOF
4
n. Use FSC Cetmed Mabmals to Inleno: Finish
10. Ilse Fuade- Joint ad n- Recycled Content Ism
i
Available Points 1 28
N. Flooring
i. Select FSC CarUlled Wuud Fearing a
2 Use Rapidly Renewable Flom mg Materials 4
3. Use Recycic-d Content Cc:amn: Was 4
4 Install Natural Lundeen) nl Place of Vinyl 5
i Use Fxposed Concrete a, Finished Flop: .{
6 Install Recycled Content Carpet with Low VOCs 4
Available Points 24 5
Other
1 hxo,pumie Listing of Green Features into Cover of Hlueprnns 1
2. Develop Homeowne, Manoal of Green FeahreslHenehts 1
a. Offer Coupons If Compost Bins to Homeowners (comsat ACWMA, 1.877-SIOPWASTE) 1
4. Energy Ratings up to 30
Eue¢y % rmpmvement In reducing enemy beyond I ole N Code - 1 point (up to 30 pombo
Use enezgy software such as EnergyPro or bbc' ss• to show improvement over California
Residential Energy Slauda"ds bole 24)
5 Inn ivatmn Points
these points me given for Innovative appmoches, including model s•o net enc-gy homes, new materials and mathorloingr=s, cmrenny not
Identified above these approaches must nmet envuonmenml coals identified In the Residential Gnnm Bundmg Guidelines Innnvo mn Pomo,
toll be evaluated and awarded by the communnylmumapuhly where the prodecl is locat+vl.
Total Available Points 136 158 63 357
Points Required tom Each Cmctloy 10 10 10 30
Additional Pants Needed from Any Categuy 20
Minimum Points Required 50
Pinion must acquire a mmnmtm of 50 points 10 points most be actioned, to, Inch category Additional 20 points can he acgmred by
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Santa Rosa
Build 1$ Green
Dear (Applicants Name Here),
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT
The Santa Rosa Build It Green (SR -BIG) Executive Committee received your
application for green certification on (Date Received Here) for the project located at
(Address of Project Here). Thank you for your submittal.
Below are outlined the next steps you will need to take to receive the certification:
1. Identify your SR -BIG Approved Green Point Rater from the approved list.
COMPLETED
2. In consultation with your SR -BIG Rater, identify the points you aim to
achieve. COMPLETED
3. Submit your initial Green Points Checklist to the SR -BIG Executive
Committee. COMPLETED
4. Complete all necessary documentation as outlined in the SR -BIG Rater
Reference Guide. (All approved SR -BIG Raters have a copy of this
document.) COMPLETED
5. Submit your final Green Points Checklist along with supporting
documentation. This document must be signed by both the Project Owner
and the SR -BIG Rater. OUTSTANDING
When you submit the Green Points Checklist signed by your SR -BIG Green Points
Rater, we will institute the final application process.
If you have any questions regarding this process or about how to get started, please
feel free to call or e-mail me. With your help, we can provide cost effective, energy
efficient buildings while reducing our impact on the environment. Thanks again for
your participation.
Sincerely,
Dell Tredinnick
SR -BIG Program Manager
4300 Llano Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 543-3366
dtredinnickOci.santa-rosa. ca. us
City of Santa Rosa
Build it Green Program
Interim Green Points Inspector Criteria
January 2005
BACKGROUND
The City of Santa Rosa Build It Green (SR BIG) Program is voluntary. The SR BIG
Program is designed to encourage, recognize, and facilitate builders and remodelers to
build structures and developments that conserve natural resources, increase energy
efficiency, and improve air quality. To help achieve those goals, the City of Santa Rosa
promotes building projects that reduce waste, reuse materials, recycle, use less toxic
materials, conserve water and energy, and utilize renewable energy sources.
GREEN POINTS INSPECTORS AND INSPECTIONS:
The SR BIG Task Force shall provide a list of SR BIG Approved Green Points Inspectors
who are independent and who are certified to rate the "greenness" of a structure. This
listing of certified raters will be maintained by a region -wide or statewide entity to be
identified at a later date. This entity will ensure that the list of inspectors is up to date and
that each listed inspector is certified to perform a Green Building analysis. Until such time
that a broader-based entity can be identified to perform list maintenance, the SR BIG will
assemble an interim list of inspectors qualified to perform Green Building certification.
The owner, the engineer or the architect of record acting as the owner's agent may employ
a Green Points Inspector from the approved interim list. The Inspector shall observe the
work/construction project for conformance with the requirements of the SR BIG Green
Building Guidelines. The inspector shall follow the protocols as outlined in the SR BIG
Green Points Inspection Guidelines, and shall submit to the SR BIG Executive Committee
the signed "Green Points Checklist' stating whether the work was, to the best of the
inspector's knowledge, in conformance with the SR BIG Guidelines and therefore qualifies
as a Santa Rosa Green Building.
GREEN POINTS INSPECTOR CRITERIA:
The Green Points Inspector shall be a qualified person who shall demonstrate competence
to the satisfaction of the SR BIG Executive Committee. To demonstrate competence and
be placed on the approved list, the Green Points Inspector shall have the following
qualifications:
Hold one of the following current licenses, degrees, or certifications in good
standing:
a. Bachelor's or higher degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction,
Environmental Studies, or other related degree
b. Engineer or Architect License (California)
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c. ICBO (International Conference of Building Officials) or ICC (International
Code Council) Building Inspector Certification
d. General Contractor's License (California)
e. Other equivalent combination of education and experience
AND/OR
2. Have completed one of the following training programs and achieved their
associated certification:
a. U.S. Green Building Council LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design) Accredited Professional
b. Sonoma State University, School of Extended Education Green Building
Professional Certificate Program
c. National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Green Building
Professional Certificate Program
d. Other equivalent combination of education and experience
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3. Complete the Sonoma State University (SSU) "Green Points" Inspector Training
(see "Inspector Training" below) and pass the examination.
4. In lieu of completing item #3 above an individual may meet the qualifications to
become
a Green Building Inspector by:
a. meeting the criteria established under 1a, 1b, and 2a,
b. submitting evidence of design and construction of at least 2 LEED Certified
Green Buildings, and
c. passing the SSU examination given to certify Green Building Inspectors on a
challenge basis.
Upon meeting the above qualifications, the Inspector candidate submits a Green Points
Inspector application to the SR BIG Executive Committee. Once qualification is verified, the
individual will become a certified Green Building inspector and be placed on the Green
Building Inspector Listing.
INSPECTOR TRAINING:
In accordance with item # 3 (above), all individuals wishing to become Green Building
Inspectors shall complete the Sonoma State University or Bay Area Build It Green "Green
Points" Inspector Training. The training will generally consist of four 4 -hour sessions,
followed by an examination.
For all applicants required to comply with #3 above, the training will generally consist of the
following sessions:
SESSION I
1. Overview of City of Santa Rosa Green Points System
2. Overview of Inspection Guidelines Document
3. Overview of Bay Area Build It Green and Regional Green Building Programs
4. Overview of Green Building Programs Nationally (For example: City of Austin, City
of Santa Monica, and Minnesota Sustainability Guidelines)
5. Overview of LEED, Energy Star, and CHEERS
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6. Overview of the Role of a Third -party Green Inspector
SESSION II
1. Site Development
2. Water Efficiency and On—site Water Management
3. Foundation
4. Structural Frame
5. Exterior Finishes
SESSION III
1. Plumbing
2. Electrical
3. Appliances
4. Insulation
5. Windows
6. Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
7. Renewable Energy
8. Natural Heating and Cooling
9. Indoor Air Quality and Finishes
10. Flooring
SESSION IV
1. Title 24
2. Client Contract
3. Program Paperwork
4. Program Marketing
5. Inspector Code of Conduct
6. Practice Inspection and Role Play
SESSION V
1. Examination
CODE OF CONDUCT:
The inspectors shall at all times behave in a manner exemplifying professionalism in
working with their clients and the City of Santa Rosa. This behavior shall also be consistent
with the parameters established by the regional entity which will establish the listing of
Green Building Inspectors in the future.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST / UNFAIR COMPETITION:
Due to potential conflict of interest and/or unfair competition, the following are ineligible for
the position of Green Points Inspector:
1. Individuals having any financial ties (other than those individuals hired only, and
specifically for Green Building and energy consulting) or familial ties with the owner.
2. Individuals holding any appointment to any City of Santa Rosa Board, Commission,
Committee, or staff position with jurisdiction or advisory powers over building or
planning issues. EXCEPTION: Individuals who are employed by the City of Santa
Rosa but who do not have jurisdiction or advisory powers over building or planning
issues may be eligible for the position of Green Building Inspector, and, if so, shall
comply with current City of Santa Rosa policies regarding Conflict of Interest and
Outside Employment.
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Bill Wolpert - phone: 789-0822
wolpert@sonic.net
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Grayson James - phone 769-5335
grayson@resourcperform.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WHAT IS GREEN BUILDING?
An introduction to Green Building in Sonoma County
Wednesday, November 9'h, 6:30 to 8:00 PM
Luchessi Park Community Center
Many people don't realize the huge impact that construction has on our environment. On
average, buildings consume 40% of the total US energy, 25% of all water, contribute 20-
30% of solid waste, consume 30-40% of all lumber and wood materials, and give off
25% of all US greenhouse gas emissions. The typical 2,100 square foot house will use
1.5 acres of forest.
Green building is a way of making homes more comfortable and healthy to live in, less
costly to operate and maintain, and much more efficient in the use of natural resources.
While the term green building may conjure up unusual structures with mud walls and
grass growing on the roof, the vast majority of green homes are very conventional
looking. In fact, many aspects of green building have become standard practices for
production home builders. You would never know that their buildings use less energy or
water; that the air inside the building healthier to breathe, that the wood was sustainably
harvested, or that almost all of the construction waste was recycled.
The interest in green building is more than just a fad. It is a nationwide movement.
Santa Rosa, Sebastopol, Cotati and Novato have joined many other cities around the
Bay Area and the country who have adopted city-wide green building programs, and
Petaluma is considering one as well. Whether you are a new home buyer, remodeler,
builder or developer, there are many things that you can do now to make your current (or
next home) greener.
On Wednesday, November 9'h, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, Bill Wolpert of Green Building
Architects and Grayson James of Resource Performance Partners will provide an
overview of green building, with photos and examples, explaining what green building is,
and how to make your new home or remodel more "green". There will time for questions
and answers, as well as samples of green building materials available. Light
refreshments will be served. Admission is free to all.
This presentation is co-sponsored by the City of Petaluma. For more information, or to
schedule an interview, please contact: Bill Wolpert at 789-0822 or Grayson James at
769-5335.
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Petaluma City Council
Dear Council Members,
October 17, 2005
This letter is written in support of contracting Resource Performance Partners to
develop a green building program for the City of Petaluma. Christopherson
Homes has made a commitment to build every single one of our homes "green"
and having a green building program recognized by the city helps guide our
efforts.
In adopting a green building program, the City of Petaluma would make it easier
to build and encourage green building as recognition of such construction brings
rewards to the builder. We currently have a development, West Haven, in
Petaluma that would qualify for certification as a green new home community
were the city to have such a program in place.
In closing, Christopherson Homes fully supports the development of a green
building program in Petaluma and are fully in support of Resource Performance
Partners.
Sincerely,
Amy Christopherson Bolten
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Dear Petaluma City Council Member and Director Moore
As the manager in charge of implementing the voluntary Santa Rosa Build It Green (SR BIG) Program, I
am writing in the hope of helping you with the green building proposal which you are considering. If you
find this offering presumptuous, please forgive me and understand that my only aim is to share some
lessons we've learned about instituting a green building program in Santa Rosa.
Green building is simply a collection of common sense building design and construction practices which
already exist and are proven. While innovation is encouraged and fostered under our SR BIG Program,
the main tenets of our program are mainstream and do not result in any significant cost increases over
"non -green" buildings. One of the strengths of our program is that we can go green without a lot of
"$green$".
Comprehensive planning up front, during the design phase, and throughout the project will lead to an end
product which can be:
-healthier to live in
-less costly to operate and maintain
-produce less greenhouse gas emissions
-produce less construction debris
-use less water
-provide better resale
-look the same as other homes or buildings (unless you want something different)
-has broad appeal to all groups; common sense approaches usually do!
These are just the main and predictable benefits of the homes which have been certified under our SR
BIG standards.
The SR BIG program is fully operational and the City Council will be awarding the first SR BIG certificates
at the November 15, 2005 City Council meeting. The four categories which will be honored and awarded
certificates are:
-Production Homes: Christopherson Homes Manes Ranch
-Affordable Housing: Habitat for Humanity
-Custom Spec Home: Willow Creek Properties
-Municipal Remodel: City of Santa Rosa's new Samuel Jones Hall Homeless Shelter
One of the nice things about our voluntary program is that it takes relatively little staff time to operate,
(mostly my time, and I work on other projects too).
Ours is a market-driven program so we will benefit from competition among the builders to see who can
be more "green". This has already happened. This advances the culture, brings down the cost, and
increases the near and long term benefits.
One of the more amazing features of our program is that it has earned endorsement from all segments of
our society, of every political stripe, education level and interest group. This fact has allowed us to move
swiftly and with encouragement from every sector.
I would be happen to discuss our program with any of you. I believe this is a win -win-win.
Thanks for taking the time to read this. Come join our City Council on November 15 and witness the
awarding of the first certificates!
Sincerely,
Dell Tredinnick
Project Development Manager
543-3366
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October 21, 2005
City Councilmember
11 English Street
Petaluma, CA 94952
Councilmember,
I was in attendance at last Monday's (10/17) City Council meeting when the Green
Building proposal was voted on. I was a little surprised at the tied vote, but more
surprised at the apparent lack of understanding about how green building supports the
City's goals for the community.
Consumers, not developers or contractors, are bringing "green" to the forefront. It is
being demanded not just for homes, but for schools and vehicles as well. It is a response
to overwhelming media coverage of today's environmental issues and a growing
awareness that there are better alternatives to conventional building practices. A
voluntary Green Building Program for Petaluma makes perfect sense because it
addresses many public issues of concern:
• Closing landfills and increased fees
Green Building encourages better sorting and recycling of construction
waste, one of the largest contributors to landfills. It also encourages the
use of building materials that contain recycled content, further reducing
the waste stream to landfills.
Increased energy costs
Green Building touts nothing if not greater energy efficiency. It goes
beyond the minimum standards prescribed by California Title 24 Energy
Standards. Green homes are tighter, better insulated, and are designed
with higher performing mechanical systems and appliances that provide
significant savings for the homeowner, especially as energy costs soar.
Depleting Natural Resources
Many more construction products on the market today are fabricated from
recycled material or what would have been considered waste only a few
years ago. Lumber, concrete, exterior siding, insulation and interior
finishes are only a few of the examples of products that have recently
benefited from innovations that reduce the rate of harvest of virgin natural
resources. Green Building also recommends durable materials, reducing
the rate of replacement and lowering the cost of construction over the life
of the building.
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• Health
The media confronts us every day with news that our built environment
compromises our health. The American Lung Association has
documented the increase of asthma to indoor air quality. Green Building
provides a healthier environment by prescribing less toxic materials.
Common examples would be zero-VOC paints and sealants, low -
formaldehyde content materials, and minimizing the use of materials that
off -gas or produce poisonous compounds when burned.
• Environment
From storm water runoff to water conservation, Green Building practices
support the City's own goals. It is about doing the minimum harm and
reducing impacts.
Yesterday, the news mentioned that Ford Motor Company is following General Motors
down the economic slide. They said that part of their solution was to gear up on the
production of fuel-efficient vehicles and hybrids. Ford announced a "major restructuring
in January" to make their vehicles more green. Their concern is that their production goal
for the coming year is what Toyota sells in a month. What's the message here? The
Public wants green.
Green Building is a common sense approach, not rocket science. The City Council
should get behind this because it is the smart thing to do. There needs to be a non -
biased, voluntary Green Building program in Petaluma. The Public wants to see the City
get behind Green Building.
Why not do it now?
Sincerely,
William B. Wolpert, Architect
7 Fourth Street, Studio 61
Petaluma
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