23_1102_COMCheck_FINALCOMcheck Software Version COMcheckWeb
Envelope Compliance Certificate
Project Title:
2021 IECC
Project Type:Addition
Vertical Glazing / Wall Area:22%
Location:Northampton, Massachusetts
Climate Zone:5a
Construction Site:
30 Locust Street
Northampton, Massachusetts 01060
Owner/Agent:
Cooley Dickinson Hospital
30 Locust Street
Northampton, Massachusetts
01060
Designer/Contractor:
isgenuity
500 Harrison Avenue
Boston, Massachusetts 02118
617-419-4660
Project Information
Energy Code:
Emergency Department Renovation
Building Area Floor Area
1-Hospital : Nonresidential 7840
Envelope Assemblies
Assembly Cavity
R-Value
Cont.
R-Value
Proposed
U-Factor
Budget U-
Factor(a)
Gross Area
or
Perimeter
Roof: Insulation Entirely Above Deck, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]7840 ---30.0 0.032 0.032
Floor: Unheated Slab-On-Grade, Vertical 3 ft., [Bldg. Use 1 -
Hospital] (c)
190 ---20.0 0.472 0.520
Floor: Unheated Slab-On-Grade, Vertical 3 ft., [Bldg. Use 1 -
Hospital] (c)
95 ---13.1 0.491 0.520
NORTH
Ext. Wall: Steel-Framed, 16in. o.c., [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]1452 24.0 12.0 0.044 0.055
Window: Metal Frame with Thermal Break: Fixed, Perf. Specs.:
Product ID 1601UT, SHGC 0.38, PF 1.07, [Bldg. Use 1 -
Hospital] (b)
129 ------0.350 0.360
Window: Vinyl Frame: Fixed, Perf. Specs.: Product ID 601UT,
SHGC 0.22, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
13 ------0.350 0.360
Door: Glass (over 50% glazing): Metal Frame, Entrance Door,
Perf. Specs.: Product ID Duraglide 5300 Series, SHGC 0.38,
[Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
88 ------0.620 0.630
Door: Insulated Metal, Swinging, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]24 ------0.370 0.370
Door: Insulated Metal, Swinging, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]42 ------0.370 0.370
EAST
Ext. Wall: Steel-Framed, 16in. o.c., [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]1705 24.0 12.0 0.044 0.055
Window: Metal Frame with Thermal Break: Fixed, Perf. Specs.:
Product ID 1601UT, SHGC 0.38, PF 2.50, [Bldg. Use 1 -
Hospital] (b)
775 ------0.350 0.360
Door: Glass (over 50% glazing): Metal Frame, Entrance Door,
Perf. Specs.: Product ID Dura-glide 3000, SHGC 0.38, [Bldg.
Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
43 ------0.620 0.630
Door: Insulated Metal, Swinging, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]52 ------0.370 0.370
SOUTH
Ext. Wall: Steel-Framed, 16in. o.c., [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]1634 24.0 12.0 0.044 0.055
Window: Vinyl Frame: Fixed, Perf. Specs.: Product ID 601UT,13 ------0.350 0.360
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Assembly Cavity
R-Value
Cont.
R-Value
Proposed
U-Factor
Budget U-
Factor(a)
Gross Area
or
Perimeter
SHGC 0.22, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
Window: Vinyl Frame: Fixed, Perf. Specs.: Product ID 601UT,
SHGC 0.22, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
13 ------0.350 0.360
Window: Vinyl Frame: Fixed, Perf. Specs.: Product ID 601UT,
SHGC 0.22, [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital] (b)
13 ------0.350 0.360
WEST
Ext. Wall: Steel-Framed, 16in. o.c., [Bldg. Use 1 - Hospital]256 24.0 12.0 0.044 0.055
(a)Budget U-factors are used for software baseline calculations ONLY, and are not code requirements.
(b)Fenestration product performance must be certified in accordance with NFRC and requires supporting documentation.
(c)Slab-On-Grade proposed and budget U-factors shown in table are F-factors.
Envelope Compliance Statement
Compliance Statement: The proposed envelope design represented in this document is consistent with the building plans,
specifications, and other calculations submitted with this permit application. The proposed envelope systems have been
designed to meet the 2021 IECC requirements in COMcheck Version COMcheckWeb and to comply with any applicable
mandatory requirements listed in the Inspection Checklist.
Name - Title Signature Date
Envelope PASSES: Design 6% better than code
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Inspection Checklist
Requirements: 0.0% were addressed directly in the COMcheck software
COMcheck Software Version COMcheckWeb
Text in the "Comments/Assumptions" column is provided by the user in the COMcheck Requirements screen. For each
requirement, the user certifies that a code requirement will be met and how that is documented, or that an exception
is being claimed. Where compliance is itemized in a separate table, a reference to that table is provided.
Energy Code: 2021 IECC
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Plan Review Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C103.2
[PR1]1
Plans and/or specifications provide all
information with which compliance
can be determined for the building
envelope and document where
exceptions to the standard are
claimed.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.4.1
[PR10]1
The vertical fenestration area <= 30
percent of the gross above-grade wall
area.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.4.1
[PR11]1
The skylight area <= 3 percent of the
gross roof area.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.4.2
[PR14]1
In enclosed spaces > 2,500 ft2
directly under a roof with ceiling
heights >15 ft. and used as an office,
lobby, atrium, concourse, corridor,
storage, gymnasium/exercise center,
convention center, automotive
service, manufacturing, non-
refrigerated warehouse, retail store,
distribution/sorting area,
transportation, or workshop, the
following requirements apply: (a) the
daylight zone under skylights is >=
half the floor area; (b) the skylight
area to daylight zone is >= 3 percent
with a skylight VT >= 0.40; or a
minimum skylight effective aperture
>= 1 percent.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C406
[PR9]1
Plans, specifications, and/or
calculations provide all information
with which compliance can be
determined for the additional energy
efficiency package options.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
1 High Impact (Tier 1)2 Medium Impact (Tier 2)3 Low Impact (Tier 3)
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Footing / Foundation Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C303.2
[FO4]2
Slab edge insulation installed per
manufacturer’s instructions.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C303.2.1
[FO6]1
Exterior insulation protected against
damage, sunlight, moisture, wind,
landscaping and equipment
maintenance activities.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C105
[FO3]2
Installed slab-on-grade insulation type
and R-value consistent with insulation
specifications reported in plans and
COMcheck reports.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.2.4
[FO7]2
Slab edge insulation depth/length.
Slab insulation extending away from
building is covered by pavement or
>= 10 inches of soil.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
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Framing / Rough-In Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C303.1.3
[FR12]2
Fenestration products rated in
accordance with NFRC certified and as
to performance labels or certificates
provided.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.4.3
[FR10]1
Vertical fenestration SHGC value.Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.4.3,
C402.4.3.
4
[FR8]1
Installed vertical fenestration U-factor
and SHGC consistent with label
specifications and as reported in plans
and COMcheck reports.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.4.5
[FR14]2
U-factor of opaque swinging and
nonswinging doors associated with the
building thermal envelope meets
requirements.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.5.1
[FR16]1
The building envelope contains a
continuous air barrier that is sealed in
an approved manner and either
constructed or tested in an approved
manner. Air barrier penetrations are
sealed in an approved manner.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.5.4
[FR18]3
Factory-built fenestration and doors
are labeled as meeting air leakage
requirements.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
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Mechanical Rough-In Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C403.7.7
[ME58]3
Outdoor air and exhaust systems have
motorized dampers that automatically
shut when not in use and meet
maximum leakage rates. Check
gravity dampers where allowed.
Reference section language for
operational details.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
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Rough-In Electrical Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C405.7
[EL26]2
Low-voltage dry-type distribution
electric transformers meet the
minimum efficiency requirements of
Table C405.6.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C405.8
[EL27]2
Electric motors meet the minimum
efficiency requirements of Tables
C405.7(1) through C405.7(4).
Efficiency verified through certification
under an approved certification
program or the equipment efficiency
ratings shall be provided by motor
manufacturer (where certification
programs do not exist).
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C405.9.1,
C405.9.2
[EL28]2
Escalators and moving walks comply
with ASME A17.1/CSA B44 and have
automatic controls configured to
reduce speed to the minimum
permitted speed in accordance with
ASME A17.1/CSA B44 or applicable
local code when not conveying
passengers.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C405.10
[EL29]2
Total voltage drop across the
combination of feeders and branch
circuits <= 5%.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C405.1.1
[EL30]2
At least 90% of dwelling unit
permanently installed lighting shall
have lamp efficacy >= 65 lm/W or
luminaires with efficacy >= 45 lm/W
or comply with C405.2.4 or C405.3.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C405.11,
C405.11.1
[EL31]2
50% of 15/20 amp receptacles
installed in enclosed offices,
conference rooms, copy rooms, break
rooms, classrooms and workstations
and > 25% of branch circuit feeders
for modular furniture will have
automatic receptacle control in
accordance with C405.11.1.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
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Insulation Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C303.1
[IN3]1
Roof insulation installed per
manufacturer’s instructions and is
labeled with R-value or insulation
certificate providing R-value and other
relevant data. Blown or poured loose-
fill insulation is installed only where
the roof slope is <=3 in 12.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.2.1
[IN20]1
Roof assembly meets minimal thermal
resistance installed between roof
framing or in a continuous fashion on
the roof assembly as stipulated in
Table C402.1.3. Requirements for
above deck insulation, minimum
thickness, suspended ceilings,
staggered joints and skylight curbs
will be met.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C303.2
[IN7]1
Above-grade wall insulation installed
per manufacturer’s instructions.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C105
[IN6]1
Installed above-grade wall insulation
type and R-value consistent with
insulation specifications reported in
plans and COMcheck reports.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.2.3
[IN8]2
Installed floor insulation type and R-
value consistent with insulation
specifications reported in plans and
COMcheck reports.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.2.6
[IN18]3
Radiant panels and associated
components, designed for heat
transfer from the panel surfaces to the
occupants or indoor space are
insulated with a minimum of R-3.5.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C105
[IN2]1
Installed roof insulation type and R-
value consistent with insulation
specifications reported in plans and
COMcheck reports. For some ceiling
systems, verification may need to
occur during Framing Inspection.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
See the Envelope Assemblies table for values.
C402.5.1.
1
[IN1]1
All sources of air leakage in the
building thermal envelope are sealed,
caulked, gasketed, weather stripped
or wrapped with moisture vapor-
permeable wrapping material to
minimize air leakage.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
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Final Inspection Complies?Comments/Assumptions
C401.3
[FI58]1
A thermal envelope certificate will be
supplied and completed by an
approved third party.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.5.10
[FI26]3
Recessed luminaires in thermal
envelope to limit infiltration and be IC
rated and labeled. Seal between
interior finish and luminaire housing.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.5.11
[FI59]1
Operable openings > 40 ft2 will be
interlocked with heating and cooling
systems to setback setpoint
temperatures within 10 minutes of
opening.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C402.5.8
[FI37]1
Weatherseals installed on all loading
dock cargo door openings and provide
direct contact along the top and sides
of vehicles parked in the doorway.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
C408.1.1
[FI57]1
Building operations and maintenance
documents will be provided to the
owner. Documents will cover
manufacturers' information,
specifications, programming
procedures and means of illustrating
to owner how building, equipment and
systems are intended to be installed,
maintained, and operated.
Complies
Does Not
Not Observable
Not Applicable
Additional Comments/Assumptions:
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