The energy code as defined by Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) is adopted and incorporated by reference. This is outlined in the 2018 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (BEES). Thermal efficiency is defined by the 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and AHFC provides regionally appropriate Alaska-specific amendments. Ventilation standards are defined by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) Section 62.2 2016 and AHFC provides regionally appropriate Alaska-specific amendments. This standard is only adopted as a design reference for energy efficiency and is not reviewed by the Sitka building department for compliance. Compliance with the requirements of this standard is the exclusive responsibility of the owner of the structure.
(S.G.C. 19.08.010; Ord. 18-15 § 4, 2018; Ord. 22-20 § 4, 2022)