Please note: this tool is fully functional on mobile phones and tablets, however the layout will require extra scrolling to move through the flowcharts and PDFs may be difficult to read. The best view of the flowcharts is on a larger screen such as a tablet, laptop or desktop.
Also, the Download All button will download a zip file which most mobile phones are not able to open.
The 2013 Navigator Ace™ tool provides a step-by-step guide to the Title 24, Part 6 compliance process. Laid out in an easy-to-follow flowchart, each step in the process is described in detail for the responsible party including links to resources, code language and tools to assist with compliance. Click on each box to expand a print-ready PDF, or download the entire set using the “Download All” button below.
Get started by choosing Residential or Nonresidential, then between Performance or Prescriptive paths. Not sure? We have guidance for that too!
RESIDENTIAL
NONRESIDENTIAL
PERFORMANCE FLOWCHART
PRESCRIPTIVE FLOWCHART
I'M NOT SURE
Design Team
Use compliance software to generate CF1R-PRF-01-E
Design Team
Upload CF1R-PRF-01-E is to HERS registry. *Exceptions may apply
Design Team
Incorporate registered CF1R form in construction documents for compliance verification.
Design Team
Submit construction documents, including CF1R forms, to building department for plan check.
Plans Examiner
Review CF1R-PRF-01-E and construction documents for compliance during plan check.
Design Team
Pick up plan check comments, make revisions, and resubmit to Building Department.
Plans Examiner
Issue permit once compliance is verified.
Contractor
Obtain copy of CF1R-PRF-01-E form with construction documents.
Contractor
Determine if HERS verification is needed & include costs in bid & time in schedule.
Contractor
Determine which CF2R/ CF3R forms to post, for verification and inspection.
Installer/Rater
Complete CF2R/CF3R forms (and registered if applicable).
Contractor
Have the registered (if applicable) CF2R/ CF3R forms complete and ready for inspector.
Inspector
Verify CF1R, CF2R, & CF3R forms in field and issue certificate of occupancy.
Contractor
Hand over document package to Owner
Title 24, Part 6 Energy Code Compliance Forms
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Low-rise Multifamily
Title 24, Part 6 Energy Code
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Please note: this tool is fully functional on mobile phones and tablets, however the layout will require extra scrolling to move through the flowcharts and PDFs may be difficult to read. The best view of the flowcharts is on a larger screen such as a tablet, laptop or desktop.
Also, the Download All button will download a zip file which most mobile phones are not able to open.
The 2013 Navigator Ace™ tool provides a step-by-step guide to the Title 24, Part 6 compliance process. Laid out in an easy-to-follow flowchart, each step in the process is described in detail for the responsible party including links to resources, code language and tools to assist with compliance. Click on each box to expand a print-ready PDF, or download the entire set using the “Download All” button below.
Get started by choosing Residential or Nonresidential, then between Performance or Prescriptive paths. Not sure? We have guidance for that too!
RESIDENTIAL
NONRESIDENTIAL
PERFORMANCE FLOWCHART
PRESCRIPTIVE FLOWCHART
I'M NOT SURE
Design Team
Use compliance software to generate CF1R-PRF-01-E
Design Team
Upload CF1R-PRF-01-E is to HERS registry. *Exceptions may apply
Design Team
Incorporate registered CF1R form in construction documents for compliance verification.
Design Team
Submit construction documents, including CF1R forms, to building department for plan check.
Plans Examiner
Review CF1R-PRF-01-E and construction documents for compliance during plan check.
Design Team
Pick up plan check comments, make revisions, and resubmit to Building Department.
Plans Examiner
Issue permit once compliance is verified.
Contractor
Obtain copy of CF1R-PRF-01-E form with construction documents.
Contractor
Determine if HERS verification is needed & include costs in bid & time in schedule.
Contractor
Determine which CF2R/ CF3R forms to post, for verification and inspection.
Installer/Rater
Complete CF2R/CF3R forms (and registered if applicable).
Contractor
Have the registered (if applicable) CF2R/ CF3R forms complete and ready for inspector.
Inspector
Verify CF1R, CF2R, & CF3R forms in field and issue certificate of occupancy.
Contractor
Hand over document package to Owner
Please note: this tool is fully functional on mobile phones and tablets, however the layout will require extra scrolling to move through the flowcharts and PDFs may be difficult to read. The best view of the flowcharts is on a larger screen such as a tablet, laptop or desktop.
Also, the Download All button will download a zip file which most mobile phones are not able to open.
The 2013 Navigator Ace™ tool provides a step-by-step guide to the Title 24, Part 6 compliance process. Laid out in an easy-to-follow flowchart, each step in the process is described in detail for the responsible party including links to resources, code language and tools to assist with compliance. Click on each box to expand a print-ready PDF, or download the entire set using the “Download All” button below.
Get started by choosing Residential or Nonresidential, then between Performance or Prescriptive paths. Not sure? We have guidance for that too!
RESIDENTIAL
NONRESIDENTIAL
PERFORMANCE FLOWCHART
PRESCRIPTIVE FLOWCHART
I'M NOT SURE
Design Team
Use compliance software to generate CF1R-PRF-01-E
Design Team
Upload CF1R-PRF-01-E is to HERS registry. *Exceptions may apply
Design Team
Incorporate registered CF1R form in construction documents for compliance verification.
Design Team
Submit construction documents, including CF1R forms, to building department for plan check.
Plans Examiner
Review CF1R-PRF-01-E and construction documents for compliance during plan check.
Design Team
Pick up plan check comments, make revisions, and resubmit to Building Department.
Plans Examiner
Issue permit once compliance is verified.
Contractor
Obtain copy of CF1R-PRF-01-E form with construction documents.
Contractor
Determine if HERS verification is needed & include costs in bid & time in schedule.
Contractor
Determine which CF2R/ CF3R forms to post, for verification and inspection.
Installer/Rater
Complete CF2R/CF3R forms (and registered if applicable).
Contractor
Have the registered (if applicable) CF2R/ CF3R forms complete and ready for inspector.
Inspector
Verify CF1R, CF2R, & CF3R forms in field and issue certificate of occupancy.
Contractor
Hand over document package to Owner