| Implementing Sector: | Local |
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| Category: | Regulatory Policy |
| State: | Georgia |
| Incentive Type: | Energy Standards for Public Buildings |
| Cities: | Atlanta |
| Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies: | Solar - Passive, Solar Water Heat, Solar Space Heat, Solar Photovoltaics, Wind (All), Biomass, Daylighting, Wind (Small), Hydroelectric (Small) |
| Eligible Efficiency Technologies: | Comprehensive Measures/Whole Building |
| Applicable Sectors: | Local Government |
| Green Building Requirement: | city-owned facilities and city-funded projects must achieve a LEED silver rating |
In December 2003, the City of Atlanta passed a green building ordinance that applies to city-owned facilities and city-funded projects. This green building ordinance applies to all new construction and renovation projects in which the building has 5,000 square feet of occupied space or the total project cost exceeds $2 million. These projects must incorporate sustainable design principles and must meet the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver rating. Departments must submit an annual report to the City’s environmental manager to demonstrate compliance with this standard.
| Name | Atlanta Code of Ordinances, Chapter 75 |
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| Date Enacted | 12/9/2003 |
