Scottsdale Energy Construction Code

Code incorporates the International Energy Construction Code as mandatory building code requirements, with amendments. The energy code (IECC) applies to new residential and commercial buildings and will result in lower energy use, cost savings, thermal comfort and reduced environmental impacts. Scottsdale’s energy code includes:

1. Cool roofs with a three-year-aged solar reflectance index of 64 or more and improved residential ceiling insulation and cool roof surfaces (low-slope roofs).
2. High-efficacy lighting (LED or similar) for all lighting
3. Interior lighting controls with dimmers or sensors excluding bathroom and hallways
4. Exterior lighting controls with automatic shut-off when daylight is present
5. Electric vehicle capable charging infrastructure (reserved breaker space and conduit) for new homes, apartments and hotels to support growing EV charging demand.
6. Solar-ready roof tops for residential and commercial buildings (reserved breaker space and conduit)