Aurora City Code Chapter 22 adopts the International Energy Conservation Code and aligns with the Aurora Climate Action Plan, requiring insulation, fenestration, mechanical-system efficiency, and EV-ready provisions for new construction across single-family and multi-family projects.
Aurora adopts a recent edition of the International Energy Conservation Code through Chapter 22 to govern envelope insulation, window U-factors, duct sealing, mechanical-system efficiency, and lighting. The Aurora Climate Action Plan (CAP, 2021) aligns building requirements with citywide emissions goals, and recent amendments push toward EV-ready parking, solar-ready roofs, and improved blower-door performance for residences. Multi-family and commercial projects face commissioning requirements and elevated mechanical-system efficiency thresholds. Plan review confirms compliance documentation; field inspections verify insulation grading, air-sealing, and HVAC installation. Older Colorado state energy minimums set under CRS Title 24 frame the floor that Aurora amendments build upon.
Failed energy code inspections trigger correction orders, delayed certificate of occupancy, and fines; falsifying compliance documentation can lead to permit revocation under Chapter 22.
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