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� Washington State Energy Code Prescriptive Approach-Worksheet Instructions For the Washington State Energy Code,the prescriptive approach is the simplest method of code compliance. However,depending on the prescriptive option and exceptions used,documentation of compliance can be quite complex. This set of forms has been developed to assist permit applicants documenting compliance with the Washington State Energy Code,(2009 edition).These forms are provided as a compliance tool but it is the decision of each individual jurisdiction if completion of them is a submittal requirement. These forms contain embedded formulas and links.They are intended to be completed using Excel�software. The following forms provide much of the required documentation for plan review.The details noted here must also be shown on the drawings(WSEC 104.2). This form is not a substitute for the energy code itself.To obtain a copy of the energy code, go to the following web address.http://www.energy.wsu.edu/code Which worksheets do I need to complete? There are three worksheets included in this set of forms. General Compliance Worksheet: Glazing Schedule Worksheet: Heating Sizing Worksheet: Heating Sizing Worksheet: The energy and residential code requires a heating and cooling sizing calculations for all projects. If you are using this set of worksheets to size the heating system,you will need to complete all the worksheets.If a ACCA Manual 1(or equivalent)heating and/or cooling system sizing calculation is submitted,the heating size worksheet does not need to be completed.It is important to note that the codes also require a cooling system size calculation.This form will not provide the coolinR calculation.It does not have the needed solar gains function.If a cooling system is included in the submission,perform a Manual J or equivalent calculation. Glazing Schedule Worksheet: There are three reasons to complete the Glazing Schedule.If none apply to your project,you do not need to complete the Glazing Schedule worksheet. A glazing schedule is required to meet the following conditions. 1.The Prescriptive option includes a g/azing to floor area limit(WSEC 602.7.2J 2.Not all the windows,skylights or doors comply with the maximum U factor requirement.Qualification will be demonstrated using an area weighted window,skylight or door U factor(WSEC 602.7.2) 3.As part of the heating and cooling system sizing calculation(IRC M1401.3&WSEC 503.2.2J Generel Compliance worksheet: The General Compliance worksheet documents the prescriptive option chosen to show compliance.It also provides a few checks on insulation compliance that need more detailed input.This worksheet is also used to document the reason for submission of the Glazing Worksheet. If you are choosing a limited glazing area prescriptive option,completing the Glazing Schedule will be the first task. Completing the General Compliance Worksheet This is a simple fill in form. Fill in project information on this worksheet.It will be copied to the other worksheets. Note what options will be chosen to show compliance. Note the glazing documentation included. If you are using an unlimited glazing path,all windows and doors meet the maximum U-factor requirements and a Manual 1(or approved alternative)heating system size calculation is submitted,this is the only form that needs to be completed. Completing the Glazing Schedule Worksheet: � � ��f �