1/6/2023 0 Comments Public utilities code 454However, the bill would have limited overall impact on these programs since the statewide component of these programs already require permits prior to receipt of incentives. This bill would primarily impact IOU energy efficiency programs covering new residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects, and residential and commercial HVAC systems. While the CPUC supports the requirements in the bill, we are concerned that it may result in potential unintended consequences of lower participation and fewer energy savings from utility programs, in part, because an incentive amount will only offset a small percentage of the costs of obtaining a permit. 1 This bill appropriately places the responsibility of adhering to these requirements on consumers and takes the IOUs out of the business of enforcing code compliance. More importantly, there is evidence that demonstrates that the acquisition of HVAC permits leads to energy savings. Studies have shown that 90% of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems installed in California do not have proper permits and/or were not installed by licensed contractors. This bill will raise consumer awareness of the importance of complying with appropriate building and construction permitting requirements. SUMMARY OF SUPPORTING ARGUMENTS FOR RECOMMENDATION: It would (1) authorize the California Energy Commission (CEC) to impose civil penalties to enforce its appliance standards pursuant to Title 20 of the California Code of Regulations (2) requires the CEC and Contractor's State Licensing Board (CSLB) to identify and investigate the failure of contractors to comply with the Title 24 building standards and obtain necessary building permits, and to conduct an education and awareness campaign for contractors and consumers and (3) require that an investor-owned utility (IOU) provide rebates or incentives only if the recipient certifies that a licensed contractor was used, as appropriate, and any applicable permitting requirements were followed. SUMMARY OF BILL: This bill has three main provisions. LEGISLATIVE SUBCOMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: SUPPORT SB 454 (Pavley) - Energy efficiency standards. Approved SB 454 (Pavley) - Energy efficiency standardsĮdward Randolph, Director Office of Governmental Affairs (OGA) - Sacramento
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