CERTIFICATION AGENCY INTERPRETATION
Our NGBS Interpretation documents provide recommendations on technical and verification issues related to NGBS Green certification
File Under: Chapter 3: Scope
The 2020 NGBS was the first version to allow mixed-use buildings to earn certification for both the residential and commercial/retail portions of the building. NGBS Chapters 5–10 outline compliance for new multifamily buildings and the residential portion of mixed-use buildings; Chapter 13 provides a Prescriptive compliance path for non-residential areas.
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