Energy Code Information
Download SAMPLE DETAILS that illustrate insulation, air barrier and vapor retarder relationships.
At this site you will be able to find information and assistance to help you with the energy conservation provisions of the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR).
Click on the links below for help with:
- Commercial Energy Code (Chapter 13)
- Residential Energy Code (Appendix J)
- Downloading Compliance Software
- Training Sessions - No training seminar schedules
- Chapter 13 Self-Help Tool
You can also get assistance with the technical provisions of the energy code by e-mailing the NATIONAL ENERGY CODE HOTLINE at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory: techsupport@becp.pnl.gov. Since the Massachusetts code is based on the national model standards, staff at PNNL will be able to help you with questions about compliance software, code structure, tables, and most other aspects, but not with provisions which are entirely unique to Massachusetts.