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MO HB1667

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/14/2010

Primary Sponsor

Margo McNeil

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Origin

House of Representatives

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • State-funded building projects over 5,000 gross square feet (new construction), involving 50%+ renovation, or larger than 7,000 square feet (commercial interior fit-out) must achieve certification as two Green Globes or LEED Silver standard minimum.

  • Renovation and commercial interior fit-out projects must undergo life cycle cost analysis comparing high-performance building standards with normal industry standards to determine lowest 30-year lifecycle cost approach.

  • Certified buildings must reduce energy use by 24% for new buildings or 20% for existing buildings compared to ASHRAE standard 90.1-2007, or earn at least 20% of available points for energy performance under Green Globes system.

  • Buildings certified under this standard require third-party commissioning inspections in years 5, 10, and 15 following certification to verify continued compliance with original design standards.

  • Office of Administration must monitor and evaluate energy and environmental benefits for 15 years after occupancy and submit annual reports to legislative committees on building performance, cost savings, environmental benefits, and any barriers to implementation.

Legislative Description

Establishes requirements for environmentally sustainable construction for certain state-funded buildings

Last Action

Voted Do Pass (H)

3/2/2010

Full Bill Text

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