2011 Oregon Residential Reach Code (ORRC)
Intro/Brief:
The 2011 Oregon Residential Reach Code (ORRC) from the Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD) will be available for use October 1, 2011. As directed by SB 79, the optional reach code will encompass construction methods and technology designed to increase energy efficiency over the mandatory codes for builders that choose to incorporate them.
The 2011 Oregon Residential Reach Code incorporates energy-related provisions of the 2012 International Green Construction Code (IGCC) Version 2.0 with significant Oregon amendments.
The 2011 Oregon Commercial Reach Code (OCRC) became available for use July 1, 2011.
More Information: Adoption Notice | Reach Code: Homepage & Text | Code Change Matrix | Residential Provisions | SB 79 | Oregon BCD
In 2009, the Oregon Legislature approved Senate Bill 79, directing the Oregon Building Codes Division (BCD) to increase energy efficiency in buildings that are newly constructed, reconstructed, altered or repaired. In addition to increasing efficiency in the statewide mandatory energy code, Senate Bill 79 established a new code called the Reach Code. The Reach Code is a set of statewide optional construction standards for energy efficiency that exceed the requirements of the state's mandatory codes. Builders will have an optional path for high performance construction and jurisdictions can be assured the innovative construction methods are sound. The Reach Code covers a variety of topics including: mechanical systems, lighting designs, overall building design (both residential and commercial), plumbing practices and products. The Division is working to align the code with federal, state, and local financial incentives.
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Date Effective:
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Notes & Exceptions:
This code is scheduled to be available for use October 1, 2011.
