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Single family dwellings - 9.36
Alberta Building Code 2014 Section 9.36, Energy Efficiency
The energy efficiency requirements in Section 9.36 of the Alberta Building Code were developed by the National Research Council and Natural Resources Canada to improve the energy efficiency of Canadian buildings and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Before you start
Section 9.36 of the Alberta Building Code 2014 covers the principal building components and systems in a house or small building, including the building envelope, heating and hot water systems. It applies to small buildings, which are defined in Clause 9.36.1.3 of the Alberta Building Code 2014.
Please review the User Guide or call our offices if you need help completing the
- Efficiency Project Summary Worksheet (for all three compliance options)
- Project Summary - Performance Compliance Calculation Report (for the Performance Compliance option).
Compliance
Parkland County will review new building plans to verify compliance with Section 9.36.
The compliance paths you choose must be indicated on your completed 9.36 project summary form and submitted at the time of building permit application. The 9.36 project summary guide provides assistance on completing this form.
Helpful Documents and Information
- Canadian Home Builders' Association - Alberta Illustrated Guide for the Alberta Building Code 9.36. Prescriptive Energy Efficiency Requirements for Houses
- Canadian Home Builders' Association - Alberta Rsi Per Climate Zone Summary
- Information on energy efficient housing
- Wall calculator and list of calculated assemblies
- Municipal Affairs Alberta energy codes information