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2.8 Garage/Storage

An attached, unconditioned space is modeled as a separate unconditioned zone. While the features of this space have no effect on compliance directly, it is modeled to accurately represent the building. The modeling of the garage/storage area will shade the walls adjacent to conditioned space and will have a lower air temperature (than the outside) adjacent to those walls. The walls and door that separate the conditioned zone from the garage/storage area are modeled as part of the conditioned zone.

Proposed Design

The software user will model the area and type for the floor, exterior walls (ignore windows), large metal roll-up or wood doors (assume a 1.0 U-factor), and roof/ceiling (typically an attic or the same as the conditioned zone).

Standard Design

The standard design building has the same features as the proposed design.

Verification and Reporting

The presence of an attached garage or unconditioned space is reported as general information on the CF1R. The general characteristics of the unconditioned zone are reported on the CF1R.

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