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I am applying for permission to:
Move furniture and/or equipment into the building
Fixture and/or stock the building
Conduct training for staff members only
Other (Be Specific)
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I hereby make application to the City of College Station to perform the action(s)
indicated above without the benefit of a Certificate of Occupancy. I certify that the above
statements are true and correct. I understand that occupancy of a structure prior to
obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy is a code violation and may result in the issuance of
citation(s). I further understand that fines associated with citations range up to $2,000.00
per day.
Applicant Signature: -
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Building Department Representative:
Comments:
Date:.5--,2 0
PREPARED 5/28/09, 11:58:51
INSPECTION TICKET PAGE 1
City of
College Station
INSPECTOR: BUILDING INSPECTOR DATE 5/28/09
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ADDRESS
. : 4926 WHISTLING
STRAITS LOOP SUBDIV: PEBBLE CREEK
CONTRACTOR S C STOKES CONSTRUCTION, INC PHONE (979) 690-6626
OWNER
SYPTAK,
JOHN B &
JULIE M PHONE
PARCEL
497900-0039-0150
APPL NUMBER: 08-00000385
RESIDENTIAL, 1 UNIT DETACHED NEW
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PERMIT:
BLDG 00 BUILDING PERMIT
REQUESTED
INSP
DESCRIPTION
TYP/SQ
COMPLETED
RESULT
RESULTS/COMMENTS
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B100 01
3/24/08
OC
BLDG, FOUNDATION -SLAB TIME: 17:00
3/24/08
AP
March 20, 2008 4:37:20 PM kwolfe.
Strings On Setbacks O.K.
Slab Ground Installed
B120 01
5/14/08
OC
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL TIME: 17:00
5/14/08
DA
May 13, 2008 4:29:12 PM bcaldwell.
APA
05/14/2008 11:09 AM OC PDA
see Terry Boriskie .
B120 02
5/15/08
RH
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL TIME: 17:00
5/15/08
DA
May 14, 2008 12:05:04 PM glsouth.
APA FRAME
05/15/2008 10:43 AM RH PDA
Need APA framing at gameroom area or engineers approval
for regular framing.
B120 03
5/29/08
OC
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL TIME: 17:00
5/29/08
AP
May 28, 2008 2:58:34 PM ccourt.
B115 01
7/22/08
OC
BLDG, FRAMING TIME: 17:00
7/25/08
AP
July 22, 2008 3:17:21 PM acarter.
fRIDAY MORNING PLEASE
B130 01
8/04/08
OC
BLDG, INSULATION TIME: 17:00
8/04/08
AP
August 4, 2008 5:55:11 AM acarter.
B125 01
5/22/09
BI
BLDG, FINAL TIME: 17:00
5/26/09
CA
May 22, 2009 4:58:39 PM glsouth.
May 22, 2009 4:58:39 PM glsouth.
TUES AFTERNOON
B125 02
5/28/09
BI11
BLDG, FINAL TIME: 17:00
S- �l
HP (/�
May 28, 2009 10:51:38 AM kgreen.
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WFl004554 / 001 City of College Station PAGE 1
REQ. DATE: 02/14/08 02/14/08 10:10:09
LOCATION: 4926 WHISTLING STRAITS LOOP LOC ID: 201336
REQUESTOR: SC STOKES CONSTRUCTION ORIGIN: CUSTOMER -WALK IN
REQ USER: GLSOUTH AUTH USER:GLSOUTH WRK TYPE:
4" SEWER TAP AND 3/4" WATER TAP
TASK: SET UP NEW UTILITY ACCT SET READY
SCHED START: 02/14/08 SCHED COMPLETION: 02/14/08
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JOB ORDER RESULT COMMENTS
Inspection Comments for Finals Date: 5/28/2009
Permit Year: 8 Permit Number: 385
Address: 4926 WHISTLING STRAITS LOOP
Insp.
Inspection Type Code
Description
status
Inspection Result Comments
B100
BLDG, FOUNDATION -SLAB
IC
Strings On Setbacks O.K.
B100
BLDG, FOUNDATION -SLAB
IC
Slab Ground Installed
B120
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL
IC
05/14/2008 11:09 AM OC PDA
B120
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL
IC
see Terry Boriskie .
B120
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL
IC
05/15/2008 10:43 AM RH PDA
B120
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL
IC
Need APA framing at gameroom area or engineers
approval
B120
BLDG, FRAMING -PARTIAL
IC
for regular framing.
E150
ELEC, FINAL
IC
Not ready. Electricians are still punching out.
E150
ELEC, FINAL
IC
Not ready. Electricians still working.
E150
ELEC, FINAL
IC
Jacuzzi won't reset. Need approved cover on single switch
on
E150
ELEC, FINAL
IC
back porch. Spark rings missing in some places. Need
outlet
E150
ELEC, FINAL
IC
covers, on some outlets. All by final.
M100
MECH, ROUGH IN
IC
Connect duct to all exhaust fans. Fix A/C duct, in bathroom
M100
MECH, ROUGH IN
IC
under stairs, where crushed, a couple feet from register,
M100
MECH, ROUGH IN
IC
and where collapsed at register. Both by insulation.
P100
PLBG, ROUGH IN
IC
March 14, 2008 11:53:17 AM kwolfe.
P125
PLBG, FINAL
IC
Gas test not holding at gas grille. Install 90s for w/h
P125
PLBG, FINAL
IC
drainlines.
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only from improved comfort, assured indoor air quality, and higher resale value, they also derive tens of
1 thousands of dollars worth of savings from lower energy bills during the life of the mortgage.
This is because the monthly energy bill savings exceed the added monthly mortgage costs.
NEnergNise owners will receive-positive,cash-flow from the day they mov in!
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Incremental Monthly Mortgage Cost
Ask your EnergyWise builder to itemize the cost for additional energy features. Then simply select the
column across the top of EnergyWise Cost Table that best matches this added cost and move down the row
that best matches the interest rate you expect to pay for your 30-year mortgage. The cost in the intersecting
cell represents the extra monthly mortgage cost for your EnergyWise Structure before taxes. After taxes, this
cost should be 25 to 35 percent lower!
Net Monthly Cash -Flow
On EnergyWise's HVAC Summary of Cost Projections page, we estimate the average
monthly energy costs for an EnergyWise Structure compared to a standard stick
built structure. Subtracting your additional monthly mortgage payment
from this energy costs results in your net monthly cash -flow as a
result of buying an EnergyWise Structure. Look for impressive
positive cash -flow opportunities from the first day of
ownership, because EnergyWise Structures energy
savings exceed the small increases in monthly
mortgage costs.
EnergyWise Cost Table:
Monthly Incremental EnergyWise Structures Cost With Conventional Mortgage Financing
Note: These costs do not reflect the interest tax exemption allowed under Federal Law for interest on
mortgages. Depending on your tax bracket, these incremental costs will be even less after taxes.
Example: Mr. Barry Switzer
404 Berkshire Lane
Coppell; Texas 78403
Total Conditioned Floor Area: 44408 Square Feet
• Projected Annual Energy Consumption Using Conventional Stick Built Construction: $326.00 per month
• Minus Guaranteed Annual Energy Consumption Using EnergyWise Construction: $84.00 per month
• Minus $10,000.00 for Additional Energy Features at an Interest Rate of 7.50%: $70.00 per month
Net Monthly Cash -Flow:
• Conventional Stick Built Construction:
R-6 Flex Duct Located in the Attic.
R-38 Fiberglass Blown Insulation in the Attic.
R-19 Fiberglass Batt Insulation in all Slopes and Vaults.
R-19 Fiberglass Batt Insulation Underfloor (For Crawl Spaces).
R-19 Fiberglass Insulated Exterior, Common and Knee Walls.
Slab Floor with No Perimeter Insulation.
Two Pane, Low-E Glass, Aluminum Windows.
Metal Poly -Core Doors.
12 SEER HVAC Equipment.
80% AFUE Natural Gas Heat.
Caulking package Includes:
Windows, Doors, Sill Plates, Plumbing and Electrical Penetrations.
$172.00 per month
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Certification
Assuring a Healthy Home
The Syptak Residence
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
College Station, Texas 77845
Facing East
Guaranteed Monthly HVAC Energy Consumption Using:
1. Matched HVAC Equipment, Rated Using A. R. L's (Aircondition &
Refrigeration Institute) Unitary Directory
2.15 SEER Electric Air -Conditioning with 90% AFUE Gas Furnace
3. Perma Clean Health Self Clean Filter with a Remote Coil Lamp*
4. Honeywell Carbon Dioxide Sensor* (Lines 3 & 4 Recommended)
5. R-6 Ductwork Located in Conditioned Space
6. 6" Sprayed Foam Roof Deck Insulation
7.3 1/Z" Sprayed Foam Exterior Walls
8. 31/2" Sprayed Foam Common Walls (Pink)
9.5 1/2" Sprayed Foam Underfloor. (Red)
10. Slab Floor (No Insulation)
11. Double -Pane, Low-E, Wood/Clad Windows
12. Wood French and Solid -Core Doors
* Recommended, not required
Total Conditioned Floor Area: 5,445 Square Feet
Conventional Built Construction:
EnergyWise Construction: "Guaranteed"
Net Monthly Savings:
$ 462.00average per month
$ 188.00 average per month
27400 monthvagr
EnergyWise Energy Consumption Projection
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Customer Information
Name: The Syptak Residence
Street: 4926 Whistling Straits Loop
City: College Station
STMP: Texas 77845
Phone:. (979) 777-2459
FAX (979) 777-2459
Attn: Mr. Bill Cooper
Note: Facing East
HVAC Design Specifications
Winter Indoor Temp:::70::F:;:;
Winter Outdoor Temp:
Summer Indoor Temp:
Summer Outdoor Temp:
Estimated CooliAg, Tonnage:_ 70
Projected Annual Energy Consumption for Heating & Cooling
When Built to EnergyWise Specifications with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
AC Avg. Total Estimated . Estimated Estimated
ling, Equipment SEER HVAC $/mo Heat ccf/yr Cool kwh/yr Fan kwh/yi
HVAC Equipment By: York Heating & Air Conditioning
Projected Annual Energy Consumption for Heating & Cooling
When Built to Conventional Specifications with Air -to -Air Equipment
Heating AC Avg. Total Estimated Estimated Estimated
Equipment
SEER
HVAC $/mo
Heat kwh/yr
Cool kwh/yr
Fan kwh/yr
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Energy costs calculated at:009Q` per kwh electricity - winter
96iiiiiiii per kwh electricity - summer
per 100 cubic feet natural gas
' These projections are subject to the efficiency and performance of the actual HVAC equipment installed.
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EnergyWise Estimate of Fuel Savings
EnergyWise Structure with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
To a Conventional Structure with.........
Heat Pump (Air)
Gas Furnace/AC
Resistance/AC
5 years
$16,351
$12,715
$32,273
Estimated Savings at 6% 10 years
$38,232
$29,730
$75,461
Annual Fuel Cost Increase 15 years
$67,514
$52,500
$133,257
20 years
$106,700
$82,971
$210,601
5 years
$18,427
$14,329
$36,371
Estimated Savings at 12% 10 years
$50,902
$39,582
$100,468
Annual Fuel Cost Increase 15 years
$108,133
$84,086
$213,430
20 years
$208,995
$162,517
$412,507
Estimated Savings of an EnergyWise Structure with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
Assuming a
12% Annual Fuel Cost Increase
$450, 000
$400,000
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
■Heat Pump (Air)
$200, 000
■ Gas Furnace/AC
■ Resistance/AC
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
$0
5 years 10 years 15 years 20 years
Assumptions for Estimating Fuel Savings
1. Energy consumption is estimated using BIN Method calculations.
2. Weather data used is worst case winter and summer.
3. During the summer the interior temperature is maintained at or above 76` F.
4. During the winter the interior temperature is maintained at or below 72° F.
5. The EnergyWise gas furnace has a 90 AFUE rating. The air conditioner has a SEER of 15.00.
6. The comparison heat pump (air) has a SEER of 13.00, 47° COP of 2.90, and a 17° COP of 2.00.
7. The comparison gas furnace has a 80 AFUE rating. The air conditioner has a SEER of 13.00.
8. Annual fuel savings are estimated based on the differences in performance estimates between this
structure built according to EnergyWise standards versus less efficient conventional standards.
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EnergyWise Performance Estimate & Cost Analysis by Component
Heating
$/year
ccf/yr
Structural Components
Floors - slab
11.6%
$101
112
Floors - crawl
0.0%
$0
0
Ceilings
2.8%
$25
27
Walls
10.7%
$93
103
Recessed lights
3.1%
$27
30
Skylights
0.0%
$0
0
Doors
2.9%
$26
28
Glass N
0.0%
$0
0
Glass NE
0.0%
$0
0
Glass E
11.5%
$100
111
Glass SE
0.0%
$0
0
Glass S
11.2%
$97
108
Glass SW
1.5%
$13
15
Glass W
18.3%
$159
176
Glass NW
0.0%
$0
0
Fireplaces
26.2%
$228
252
Internal Load
0.0%
$0
0
Ventilation Load
0.0%
$0
0
Duct Loss/Gain
0.0%
$0
0
Latent
0.0%
$0
0
100%
$871
962
Estimated Annual Fuel Cost: $1,648
Cooling $/year kwh/yr
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
4.1%
$32
358
8.0%
$62
694
2.2%
$17
194
0.0%
$0
0
1.8%
$14
152
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
21.2%
$165
1,830
0.0%
$0
0
13.1%
$102
1,130
1.4%
$10
117
24.0%
$187
2,075
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
11.4%
$89
984
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
12.8%
$99
1,104
100%
$777
8,638
Annual HVAC Fuel Cost in an EnergyWise Structure
$900 ------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
$800
$700
$600
$500
$400
$300
$200
$100
$0 T
Floors Ceilings
Walls Lights Doors Glass Fireplaces *Other
*Other = internal loads, duct, ventilation, and latent.
The values calculated are approximate values only and are based on using a 15.00 SEER air conditioner and a
gas furnace installed in an EnergyWise structure. The actual energy consumed iv ill be less than projected.
Solar correction heat gain for a multi -zone structure is distributed among affected components.
Note: All values are rounded to the nearest unit. So, totals will often be slightly different than column sums.
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EnergyWise Heating & Cooling Equipment Load Estimate
Customer Information
Name:
The Syptak Residence
Street:
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
City.
College Station
ST/ZIP:
Texas 71845
Phone:
(979) 777-2459
FAX
(979) 777-2459
Attn:
Mr. Bill Cooper
Note: Facing East
Area
Structural Components
Floors - slab
263 lin ft
Floors - crawl
0 sq ft
Ceilings
2,004 sq ft
Walls
4,246 sq ft
Recessed lights
59 sq ft
Skylights
0 sq ft
Doors
48 sq ft
Glass N
0 sq ft
Glass NE
0 sq ft
Glass E
208 sq ft
Glass SE
0 sq ft
Glass S
198 sq ft
Glass SW
24 sq ft
Glass W
320 sq ft
Glass NW
0 sq ft
Fireplaces
Internal Load
Ventilation Load
Duct Loss/Gain
Multiple -Zone Solar Correction
Sensible Subtotal
Rating & Swing Multipliers
Equipment Sizing Load - Sensible
Latent Internal Loads
Latent Ventilation Load
Latent Infiltration Load
Equipment Sizing Load - Latent
Equipment Sizing Load
HVAC
Winter Design Difference
Summer Design Difference
Latent Grains at 50% Rh
Total Conditioned Floor Ares
Exposed Conditioned Volume
Windows, Doors, Skylights & Recessed Light:
Equipment Load
resign �pecnications
41 OF db
24 OF db
39 gr.
3,266 sq ft
43,643 cu ft
857 sq ft
Heat Pump Heating Furnace Heating HP/AC Cooling
8,741 Btuh
8;741 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
2,1.36 Btuh
2,136 Btuh
2,473 Btuh
8,031 Btuh
8,031 Btuh
4,796 Btuh
2;329 Btuh
2,329 Btuh
1,343 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
2,214 Btuh
2,214 Btuh
1,052 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
8,663 Btuh
8,663 Btuh
12,646 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
8,405 Btuh
8,405 Btuh
7,812 Btuh
1,158 Btuh
1,158 Btuh
806 Btuh
13,764 Btuh
13,764 Btuh
14,339 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
19,723 Btuh
19,723 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
6,800 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
10,728 Btuh
75,163 Btuh
75,163 Btuh
62,795 Btuh
100%
100%
104%
75,163 Btuh
75,163 Btuh
65,306 Btuh
1,840 Btuh
0 Btuh
7,732 Btuh
9,572 Btuh
75,163 Btuh 75,163 Btuh
Heating and cooling loads are calculated in accordance with ACCA Manual J, 7th Edition. Calculations include consideration
for conduction, convection, radiation, and infiltration of the structure's components.
Note: All values are rounded to the nearest unit. So, totals will often be slightly different than column sums.
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EnergyWise Duct Design Criteria
Luct
Available External Static Pressure: 0.50
Total Pressure Losses: 0.06
Duct System Design Static: 0.44
Supply System Design Static: 0.26
Return System Design Static: 0.18
Return
Supply Register Pressure Losses: 0.03
Return Grill Pressure Losses: 0.03
Cooling Coil Pressure Loss: 0.00
Filter Pressure Loss: 0.00
Other Pressure Losses: 0.00
Moderate Distance
Gas Furnace and Air Conditioning Snecifications
Estimated
Cooling
Cooling
Sensible
Design
Furnace
Total
Heating
Temp Rise
Cooling
Design
Load
Load
Drop over
Output
Heat Loss
Blower
Furnace
Zone
Tonnage
CFM
BTUh
BTUh
Coils in °F
BTUh
BTUh
CFM
°F
1
71
2,135
1,862
17
3,613
3,613
120
27
2
1 5�
1,004
30,112
26,262
17
33,986
33,986
1129
27
3
1(4.0%
1,421
42,629
37,180
17
37,564
37,564
1247
27
Duct CFM Snecifications by Room (Design CFM is for summer comfort)
Suggested Design Comfort Cooling Heating Cooling Heating
Room No. Ducts CFM in Winter CFM CFM Load Load
Zone 1: Pool Bath
1
71
cool
71 120
2,135 3,613
Zone 2: Master Bath/WIC
1
135
135 191
4,061 5,743
Zone 2: Master Bedroom/Compute
3
328
328 300
9,831 9,042
Zone 2: Utility
1
36
36 8
1,086 248
Zone 2: Mud Room
0
28
cool
28 69
827 2,070
Zone 2: Library
1
162
162 215
4,855 6,471
Zone 2: Foyer
1
110
110 162
3,315 4,882
Zone 2: Dining
2
205
205 184
6,137 5,530
Zone 3: Powder Room
0
2
2 4
55 125
Zone 3: Family Room
3
414
414 474
12,427 14,283
Zone 3: Breakfast
2
249
249 234
7,473 7,033
Zone 3: Kitchen/Pantries
2
218
warm
218 83
6,550 2,505
Zone 3: Sun Room
4
537
537 452
16,124 13,618
Zones are designed for balanced cooling. Rooms with substantial differences in Cooling and Heating CFM may be uncomfortable
during the winter. Under such circumstances, consider installing a zone dampering system to rebalance the loads. Rooms with 60
CFM or less should be combined with adjacent rooms that share circulation. Design CFM is calculated at 400 CFM per 12, 000
BTUh of Cooling Load. The Design Temperatuve Drop over the Coils may require a proportional adjustment of the CFMs. Heating
Blower CFM will need adjusting if the Temperature Rise is out of range.
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EnergyWise Energy Consumption Projection
Customer Information
Name: The Syptak Residence .
Street: 4926 Whistling Straits Loop
City: College Station
ST/ZIP: Texas 77845
Phone: (979) 777-2459
FAX (979) 777-2459
Attn: Mr. Bill Cooper
Note: Facing East
HVAC Design Specifications
Winter Indoor Temp:
Winter Outdoor Temp: :::29
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Summer Indoor Temp:;:
Summer Outdoor Temp J:: 90:: '::::
Estimated C-6 inglTonnage: 2 3?
Projected Annual Energy Consumption for Heating & Cooling
When Built to EnergyWise Specifications with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
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AC Avg. Total Estimated. Estimated Estimated
Heating. Equipment SEER HVAC $/mo Heat ccf/yr Cool kwh/yr Fan kwh/yr
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HVAC Equipment By. York Heating & Air Conditioning
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Projected Annual Energy Consumption for Heating & Cooling
When Built to Conventional Specifications with Air -to -Air Equipment
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Heating AC Avg. Total Estimated Estimated Estimated
Equipment
SEER
HVAC $/mo
Heat kwh/yr
Cool kwh/yr
Fan kwh/yr
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Energy costs calculated at.,
per kwh electricity - winter
per kwh electricity - summer
per 100 cubic feet natural gas
These projections are subject to the efficiency and performance of the actual HVAC equipment installed.
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EnergyWise Estimate of Fuel Savings
EnergyWise Structure with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
To a Conventional Structure with.........
Heat Pump (Air)
Gas Furnace/AC
Resistance/AC
5 years
$6,851
$5,816
$12,837
Estimated Savings at 6% 10 years
$16,018
$13,599
$30,015
Annual Fuel Cost Increase 15 years
$28,287
$24,015
$53,003
20 years
$44,704
$37,953
$83,767
5 years
$7,720
$6,554
$14,466
Estimated Savings at 12% 10 years
$21,326
$18,106
$39,961
Annual Fuel Cost Increase 15 years
$45,305
$38,463
$84,892
20 years
$87,563
$74,339
$164,075
Estimated Savings of an EnergyWise Structure with a Gas Furnace/AC Unit
Assuming a
12% Annual Fuel Cost Increase
$180,000
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$160,000
$140,000
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$120,000
$100,000
■ Heat Pump (Air)
$80,000
■ Gas Furnace/AC
■ Resistance/AC
$60,000
$40,000
$20,000
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5 years 10 years 15 years 20 years
Assumptions for Estimating Fuel Savings
1. Energy consumption is estimated using BIN Method calculations.
2. Weather data used is worst case winter and summer.
3. During the summer the interior temperature is maintained at or above 76° F.
4. During the winter the interior temperature is maintained at or below 72' F.
5. The EnergyWise gas furnace has a 90 AFUE rating. The air conditioner has a SEER of 15.00.
6. The comparison heat pump (air) has a SEER of 13.00, 47' COP of 2.90, and a 17' COP of 2.00.
7. The comparison gas furnace has a 80 AFUE rating. The air conditioner has a SEER of 13.00.
8. Annual fuel savings are estimated based on the differences in performance estimates between this
structure built according to EnergyWise standards versus less efficient conventional standards.
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EnergyWise Performance Estimate & Cost Analysis by Component
Heating
$/year
ccf/yr
Cooling
$/year
kwh/yr
Structural Components
Floors - slab
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Floors - crawl
1.2%
$4
4
0.0%
$0
0
Ceilings
10.3%
$32
32
10.4%
$32
350
Walls
18.2%
$57
56
10.3%
$31
348
Recessed lights
7.1%
$22
22
3.3%
$10
112
Skylights
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Doors
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Glass N
4.7%
$15
14
2.6%
$8
88
Glass NE
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Glass E
23.6%
$74
73
26.2%
$80
884
Glass SE
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Glass S
1.6%
$5
5
1.2%
$4
42
Glass SW
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Glass W
33.4%
$105
103
18.7%
$57
632
Glass NW
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Fireplaces
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Internal Load
0.0%
$0
0
11.4%
$35
384
Ventilation Load
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Duct Loss/Gain
0.0%
$0
0
0.0%
$0
0
Latent
0.0%
$0
0
15.7%
$48
529
100%
$315
308
100%
$303
3,368
Estimated Annual Fuel Cost: $618
Annual HVAC Fuel Cost in an EnergyWise Structure
$400 -------------------------
$350
$300
$250 - -
$200 - - -
$150 ---------
$100
$0
Floors Ceilings Walls Lights Doors Glass Fireplaces *Other
*Other = internal loads, duct, ventilation, and latent.
The values calculated are approximate values only and are based on using a 15.00 SEER air conditioner and a
gas furnace installed in an EnergyWise structure. The actual energy consumed will be less than projected.
Solar correction heat gain for a multi -zone structure is distributed among affected components.
Note: All values are rounded to the nearest unit. So, totals ivill often be slightly different than column sums.
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Customer Information
Name:
The Syptak Residence
Street:
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
City:
College Station
ST/Z/P:
Texas 77845
Phone:
(979) 777-2459
FAX
(979) 777-2459
Attn:
Mr. Bill Cooper
Note:
Facing East
Area
Structural Components
Floors - slab
0 lin ft
Floors - crawl
407 sq ft
Ceilings
2,266 sq ft
Walls
2,222 sq ft
Recessed lights
38 sq ft
Skylights
0 sq ft
Doors
0 sq ft
Glass N
24 sq ft
Glass NE
0 sq ft
Glass E
111 sq ft
Glass SE
0 sq ft
Glass S
8 sq ft
Glass SW
0 sq ft
Glass W
160 sq ft
Glass NW
0 sq ft
Fireplaces
Internal Load
Ventilation Load
Duct Loss/Gain
Multiple -Zone Solar Correction
Sensible Subtotal
Rating & Swing Multipliers
Equipment Sizing Load - Sensible
Latent Internal Loads
Latent Ventilation Load
Latent Infiltration Load
Equipment Sizing Load - Latent
Equipment Sizing Load.
HVAC
Winter Design Differenc(
Summer Design Differenc(
Latent Grains at 50% RF
Total Conditioned Floor Arei
Exposed Conditioned Volumt
Windows, Doors, Skylights & Recessed Light:
Equipment Load
uesign Npecincations
41 OF db
24 OF db
39 gr.
2,179 sq ft
20,688 cu ft
341 sq ft
Heat Pump Heating Furnace Heating HP/AC Cooling
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
289 Btuh
289 Btuh
0 Btuh
2,471 Btuh
2,471 Btuh
2,919 Btuh
4,381 Btuh
4,381 Btuh
2,904 Btuh
1,695 Btuh
1,695 Btuh
930 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
1,123 Btuh
1,123 Btuh
732 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
5,682 Btuh
5,682 Btuh
7,368 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh'
0 Btuh
374 Btuh
374 Btuh
348 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
8,014 Btuh
8,014 Btuh
5,264 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
3,200 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
0 Btuh
24,029 Btuh
24,029 Btuh
23,665 Btuh
100%
100%
104%
24,029 Btuh
24,029 Btuh
24,612 Btuh
920 Btuh
0 Btuh
3,665 Btuh
4,585 Btuh
24,029 Btuh, 24,029 Btuh
Heating and cooling loads are calculated in accordance with ACCA Manual J, 7th Edition. Calculations include consideration
for conduction, convection, radiation, and infiltration of the structure's components.
Note: All values are rounded to the nearest unit. So, totals will often be slightly different than column sums.
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EnergyWise Duct Design Criteria
vuct vesign Npecitications
Available External Static Pressure: 0.50 Supply Register Pressure Losses: 0.03
Total Pressure Losses: 0.06 Return Grill Pressure Losses: 0.03
Duct System Design Static: 0.44 Cooling Coil Pressure Loss: 0.00
Supply System Design Static: 0.26 Filter Pressure Loss: 0.00
Return System Design Static: 0.18 Other Pressure Losses: 0.00
Return Design: Multiple Returns, Moderate Distance
Gas Furnace and Air Conditioning Specifications
Estimated
Cooling
Cooling
Sensible
Design
Furnace
Total
Heating
Temp Rise
Cooling
Design
Load
Load
Drop over
Output
Heat Loss
Blower
Furnace
Zone I Tonnage
CFM
BTUh
BTUh
Coils in "F
BTUh
BTUh
CFM
°F
1
2.5
973
29,189
24,606
19
24,029
24,029
973
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Duct CFM Specifications by Room (Desien CFM is for summer comfort)
Suggested Design Comfort Cooling Heating Cooling Heating
Room No. Ducts CFM in Winter CFM CFM Load Load
Zone 1: Media/Gameroom
2
269,
269 326
8,073 8,043
Zone 1: Sports Bar/Storage
1
106
warm
106 29
3,177 724
Zone 1: Bath 3
0
5
5 6
150 151
Zone 1: Bedroom 3/Closet
1
166
166 161
4,981 3,963
Zone 1: Hall/Cedar Closet
1
41
41 46
1,229 1,136
Zone 1: Bedroom 2/WIC
2
200
200 157
5,990 3,864
Zone 1: Bath 2
0
28
28 27
845 665
Zone 1: Map Room
0
24
24 27
733 674
Zone 1: Study
1
134
134 195
4,010 4,807
Zones are designed for balanced cooling. Rooms with substantial differences in Cooling and Heating CFM may be uncomfortable
during the winter. Under such circumstances, consider installing a zone dampering system to rebalance the loads. Rooms with 60
CFM or less should be combined with adjacent rooms that share circulation. Design CFM is calculated at 400 CFM per 12, 000
BTUh of Cooling Load. The Design Temperatuve Drop over the Coils may require a proportional adjustment of the CFMs. Heating
Blower CFM will need adjusting if the Temperature Rise is out of range.
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The Syptak Residence
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
College Station, Texas 77845
Facing East
Dear Sir or Madam:
I am very pleased to inform you that your new dwelling has been constructed in compliance
with EnergyWise guidelines. The technology used in this system results in remarkable savings of
heating and cooling costs to you, the owner. Another bereft of the EnergyW, ise�ystem is that
your structure has been e_ngineered-to-maintainxunder.50%,relati_v_e_humidity while the HVATC�
�s_y_ste�nning; hus providing our "He`althy Home Advantage' (even dust mites and mold.
cannot survive and grow at that humidity level).
The total system has been carefully engineered, installed and inspected throughout the
construction process. Only the highest quality insulation, caulking materials and heating and
cooling equipment have been used. It is for these reasons that we are happy to issue you a
guarantee for the heating and cooling consumption of your new structure. This guarantee iss g
oasis If the -annual consumption`leveI ex eeds the guaranteed amount`in anyone of the
Please read the guarantee carefully and sign both copies. The second copy is to be returned to
EnergyWise at the address listed below.
I wish you and your family many happy years in your new home. I know you will enjoy the
comfort and savings of owning an EnergyWise home.
Sincerely,
Richard L. f e
President
P. O. Box 3530
McKinney, Texas 75070
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Guarantee
EnergyWse Structures guarantees to the original owner of the structure listed below that the annual energy
consumption for operating the heating and cooling system for said structure will not exceed an average of
$ 188.00 per month. The owner also understands that the amount listed above. was calculated using the current
utility rates of $ 0.090 per KWH (summer) $ 0.090 per KWH (winter)_ and $ 0.850 per CCF of gas. This
guarantee is for the maximum KWH and CCF usage regardless of the utility rates listed. If the utility rates
change, the guarantee will change by the same percentage.
NOTE: EnergyWise will not honor this guarantee if the HVAC system(s) installed in this structure are
not A. R. I. matched system(s) or if an EnergyWise submeter is not installed.
The Terms of This Guarantee are as Follows:
1. To .provide a glass cover and/or damper on all fireplaces.
2. To read and note. the meter reading on a monthly basis and. to contact EnergyWise immediately if you feel
your usage is excessive.
3. This guarantee is not valid during any period when mechanical failure of the HVAC system prevents
normal operation and causes excessive energy consumption.
4. All HVAC filters must be changed at least every two (2) months.
For maximum efficiency, we recommend:
1. To use draperies :or curtains on all glass areas.
2. Avoid thermostatsettings less than 76 degrees Fahrenheit during summer cooling cycles and avoid
thermostat settings in excess of 72 degrees Fahrenheit during winter heating cycles.
It is expressly understood that the structure covered under this guarantee may not be modified in any wayy from
the original design specifications (no added windows, doors, recessed lights, etc...). For gas systems, the heating
energy consumption will be estimated from the utility company's meter.
EnergyWise Structures will pay on an annual basis, to the original owner any excess of the annual guaranteed
level.
i�Fiard �G. President
EnergyWise Structures
Acceptance by the Owner:
I am the owner of the structure listed below and hereby agree to the conditions as outlined in this guarantee.
Signature of Owner.
Date:
The Syptak Residence
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
College Station, Texas 77845
Meter Reading:
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EnergyWise Structures guarantees to the original owner of the structure listed below that the annual energy
consumption for operating the heating. and cooling system for said structure will not exceed an average of
$ 188.00 per month. The owner also understands that the. amount listed above was calculated using the current
utility rates of $ 0.090 per KWH (summer) $ . 0.090 per KWH{winter) and $ 0.850 per CCF of gas. This
guarantee is for the maximum KWH and CCF usage regardless of the utility rates listed. If the utility rates
change, the guarantee will change by the same percentage.
NOTE: EnergyWise will not honor this guarantee if the HVAC system(s) installed in this structure are
not A. R. I. matched system(s) or if an EnergyWise submeter is not installed.
The Terms of This Guarantee are as Follows:
l . To provide a glass cover and/or damper on all fireplaces.
2. To read and note the meter reading on a monthly basis and to contact EnergyWise immediately if you feel
your usage is excessive.
3. Thisguarantee is not valid during any period when mechanical failure of the HVAC system prevents
normal operation and causes excessive energy consumption.
4. All HVAC filters must be changed at least every two (2) months.
For maximum efficiency, we recommend:
1, To use draperies or curtains on all glass areas.
2. Avoid thermostat settings less than 76 degrees Fahrenheit during summer cooling cycles and avoid
thermostat settings in excess of 72 degrees Fahrenheit during winter heating cycles.
It is expressly understoodthat the structure covered under this guarantee may not be modified in any way from
�j the original design specifications (no added windows, doors, recessed lights, etc.:..), For gas systems, the heating
energy consumption will be estimated from the utility company's meter.
' EnergyWise Structures will pay on an annual basis, to the original owner any excess of the annual guaranteed
level.
Richard G. R President
' EnergyWise Structures
Acceptance by the Owner:
I am the owner of the structure listed below and hereby agree to the conditions as outlined in this guarantee.
Signature of Owner Date: Meter Reading:
The Syptak Residence
4926 Whistling Straits Loop
Facing East
College Station, Texas 77845
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"IR", You Getting VVIhat You " " Paying For?/
When choosing an insulation, don't just
compare the R-values generated under
laboratory conditions. "Although the
fundamental heat transmission
characteristics of a material or system can be
determined accurately, actual performance in
a structure may vary from that indicated in
the laboratory (20.3)*." The R-value of
fiberglass insulation can be particularly
deceiving, because the published R-values
are based primarily on conductive heat. "For
all types of insulating materials, conduction
is not the sole mode of heat transfer
(20.3)*." "The —total -,conductance -is" the,
ined.
Fiberglass insulation manufacturers don't
like to test their products for all forms of
heat transfer because "The movement of
air through an insulation system, either
by natural or forced convection, has a
deleterious effect on thermal performance
(20.2)*." "Typical leakage rates in most
structures are 6 to 10 air changes per
hour (22.7)*". "Airmove
infiltration through_a,building envelope:must
e 1'imited if the space-is-to=be=maintain`ed a
a�condition.di-fferent from=ouoo (2=1 d
"Control of`infiltration is an important
strategy to assure thermal comfort and
minimize energy use in buildings (22.7)*."
Some "insulating materials can reduce air
infiltration and provide additional fire
resistance and noise control. Insulation also
increases interior thermal comfort by
controlling interior mean radiant
temperatures resulting in more uniform air
temperatures within the enclosure. Proper
use of insulation can reduce the size of
heating, cooling and ventilating
equipment, reducing initial costs as well
as annual operating costs (20.14)*." "It
should not be assumed that leakage through
the building envelope occurs primarily at
doors and windows where there are visible
joints. Studies have shown that leakage
attributed to windows and doors
constitute only about one -fifth of the total
leakage. Leakage cracks and openings in
walls and ceilings, especially at
intersections, although not as obvious, make
a far greater contribution to total leakage.
Up to 70% of the total leakage openings
were in walls, and up to 67% were
through the ceiling, depending on the
particular structure (21.9)*." "The
infiltration of a building is proportional to its
leakage area Reducing the leakage area by
20% red uces `the average infltra ion of the
b wiheffective
lding by the same percentage (2�2.16)
"Teness of thermal insulation is
seriously impaired when it is improperly
installed. Where there is a 4% void area in
R-11 wall insulation, the heat loss is
increased by 15%. A 4% void in the
insulation of an R-19 ceiling results in an
increase of 50% in heat loss.* When thin
wall insulation is installed vertically with air
spaces on both sides, air interchange around
the insulation increases the heat loss by 60%
(20.8)*." "To attain published or claimed
thermal resistance values, it is essential to
provide convection and infiltration
barriers, to seal cracks in joints and to
install insulation so that gaps and voids
around and within the materials do not
occur. It has been established that 3%
edge gaps (stapling batts on the inside of
the studs) around insulation can produce
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30% loss in effective R value (20.2)*." "A
continuous air infiltration barrier is one of
the most effective means of reducing air
leakage through walls, around windows and
door frames and at joints between major
building elements (22.11)*." "Effectiveness
can be greatly reduced if openings, even
very small ones, exist in the retarder. Such
openings can be caused by poor
workmanship during application, poorly
sealed joints and edges, insufficient coating
thickness, improper caulking and flashing,
uncompensated thermal expansion,
mechanical forces, aging and other forms of
degradation." Even an excellent vapor
retarder is of little benefit if it can be
bypassed by a current of air (20.10)*."
"The function of insulation is clear; it
reduces energy loss from a surface operating
at a temperature other than ambient.
Optimum use of insulation can: (1.) reduce
operating expenditures for energy, (2.)
improve process efficiency, (3.) increase
system output capacity or reduce required
equipment capacity and its capital cost and
(4.) reduce overhead, maintenance, fire and
personnel insurance, and other plant
expenses. The most important benefit of
insulation is the energy conserved and
resulting savings in fuel and power costs
(20.10)*."
In the average structures being built
using fiberglass insulation, it is not
uncommon to see 45% total heat loss in
walls and 50% in ceilings. These figures
do not take into account any loss of R-
values due to compression in the cavities,
which can add up to an additional 30%.
*Note: The above quotations.are taken from
the American Society of Heating,
Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
Engineers (ASHRAE) Fundamentals
Handbook.
P. O. Box 3530
McKinney, Texas 75070
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Definitions
Basic Heat Flow
ACfundam`_ental-vr-inci_ple.of heat flow -is -that heat wilLalways,flo_w from a warm
one that is colder,. When this principle is applied to dwelln=it-i
winter, heat necessary to maintain a comfortable environment tends to flow upward through the
roof/ceiling system, outward through the exterior walls and downward through the floor system.
Conversely, in the summer, the flow of heat is reversed since the dwelling's interior is kept cooler
than the outside air. The rate at which heat is transferred, in either case, is a function of the
temperature difference between the inside and outside air and the types of materials it must pass
through. Accordingly, the rate of heat loss or gain through this natural transfer can be reduced by
the proper selection of a dwelling's construction and insulating materials.
There are three methods by which the natural transfer of heat takes place: (1) conduction, (2)
convection and (3) radiation.
1. Conduction - is the flow of heat directly through a solid material. The measure of a
conductor's efficiency is based on how rapidly heat moves through it. The
better conductor a material is, the worse insulator it is.
2. Convection - is the transfer of heat by a fluid, usually water or air since they are readily
available.
3. Radiation - is the transfer of heat by electromagnetic waves such as heat generated by
the sun.
Thermo -Syphoning - or convection looping is caused by warm air movement in
conventional (fiberglass) insulated walls. The rising warm air creates a current in the cavity,
drawing away heated or cooled inside air. Damaging condensation is formed when the cool and
warm air meet.
Relative Humidity (RH) - is a measure of the amount of water vapor in air and is stated as a
percentage. The ratio of the amount of water vapor in the air as compared to the maximum
amount the air can contain at a specific temperature and atmospheric pressure. For instance, the
air at 50 percent RH contains 1/2 the amount of vapor it could hold at a given temperature and
atmospheric pressure; at 100 percent RH it contains the maximum, and such air is said to be
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' Thermal Inertia - is the term used when a material has the ability to store heat and retards the
transfer of heat loss or gain.
tBritish Thermal Unit T - is a measure of the amount of heat required to change (BTU) q the
temperature of an object and is a common way of comparing fuels and insulating materials. A��
BTU 'U��=isT he amount of heat requiredYto=raise the`temp'erature`of one (1)-pound-of water one (1)It
IThermal Resistance (R) - is��a property`s li indicates a material's. ability to resist the fl w
of heat'and is given in units of square foot -hour -degree Fahrenheit per BTU. When "R" values
' are given, they reflect ideal conditions and do not account for installation practices or techniques
that are common in the field that result in a reduction of "R" values.
' Thermal Transmittance � - s,a�measure_of the time rate of heat flow (air to air)
expressed in units of BTU per hour per_square.foot per degree Fahrenhe_ its term is most
often used m energy conservation codes as an expression of the overall coefficient of heat
' transmission of an assembly of materials. The "U" values of materials cannot be added as "R"
values can. However, the sum of the "R" values of the individual components of an assembly of
materials divided into one (1) will give the "U" value of the assembly. It should be emphasized
that the component "R" values must be added together first then divided into one (1) to
determine the "U" value. In the preceding example U = 1 /R = 1 / 13.62 =0.07
Thermal Conductance (C) _ is a measured:the o t o£heat-in=BTUTs:that will pass
through one square foot of a material of anv thickne-�`ss cti hour for`6a: di e`Fahrenhe
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This specification guide has been put together to assure a quality energy system that will perform
iproperly and to the highest level of efficiency. The items listed below give the greatest energy savings
and the best return for money spent.
iBasements CrawlsP aces and Slabs:
iA 6 mil polyethylene vapor barrier must be installed
Slab. Insulation:
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' Exterior, Common & Knee Wall Insulation Systems:
Insulated Concrete Forms, 6" Structurally Insulated Panels, 2"x 4" or 2"x 6" studs should be
'. sprayed to a minimum of 3 inches or 5 inches of Open -Cell or Closed -Cell Spray -on
Polyurethane Foam Insulation.
Attic Insulation Systems:
' 6'.=0pen-Cell Spray -on Polyurethane -Foam -Insulation; 3"-Closed Cell-Spray-on-.Polyurethan
foam Insulation; -8--Str-uctural°ly Insulate&Panels;or-R-50-Cellulose-Insulation.
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Two pane, low-E glazing for vinyl windows (tinting and argon gas is recommended).
' Two pane, low-E glazing for fiberglass windows (tinting and argon gas is recommended).
Two pane, low-E glazing for wood and clad/wood windows (tinting and argon gas is
recommended).
' Doors:
All exterior doors should be solid core wood/fiberglass or steel with poly -core foam inside. The
use of sliding glass doors and double french doors are not recommended. To obtain a french door
or sliding glass door look, the use of atrium doors, where one side is fixed is recommended.
' Air -Infiltration:
' Caulking of Insulated Concrete Forms or Structurally Insulated Panels:
Header plates, base plates, penetrations into the attic, windows and doors.
Caulking of Stick Framing:
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into the attic, windows and doors.
Special attention should be paid to pocket doors, because the method of installation used makes
it more difficult to totally seal up the wall to the attic to eliminate air -infiltration.
The use of pull down attic stair doors and scuttle holes should be kept out of the heated and
cooled area. Allttic pull downs and;scuttle-holesTshould'be covered with polystyrene foam
' 1,energ lid covers The.staridaedsizeTf6r scuttle.h- lercov`er-sri - 4'"-x 32-" x thick7anditb-F�l
sttandard size four stairwa -ener �lidsris,22-„ x 54" or 25' x-541 --The=us� o these- - roducts will%
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also help keep insulation from falling dow when these —units are opened.
Recessed Lighting:
' All recessed can lights.should,be�totally enclosedair tight"'insulated can lights -(such as the
Helo Model -Number H.7_ICTNB with a 30 PAT or 30 WAT air -tight -trim -ring))
' Note: It is important to remember that one (1) regular recessed light represents one (1) square foot of
un-insulated attic space with a hole in it (twenty recessed lights would represent a 3'0" x 6'8"
' open door in your attic). As little as a 4% void in the ceiling insulation results in an overall
increase of 50% in the heat loss/heat gain in the attic.
All lights�should be compact fluorescent bulbs (13 watt output for 75 watts of light; these lights
are also rated at 10,000 hours of life vs 750 hours of life for regular bulbs).
Attic and Gas Appliance Ventilation:
' ihund ed;(300) square feet of attic space. � "`"�
If 6 inch or 3 inch Open -Cell or Closed Cell Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation or
' Structurally Insulated Panels are used for the roof of the structure, the attic should not be
ventilated at all. If these types of insulated roof systems are used, there should be no gas pipes or
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air
gas appliance must
have its own supply and exhaust air provided. Two common ways to provide combustion air
are: use 90% plus AFUE rated appliances that are designed for closed applications; or frame and
insulate a mechanical room or build an insulated enclosure around the appliances so that
combustion air may be supplied to these spaces.
' We do not recommend power ventilators_of-any kind.
It is important to use polystyrene vent chutes or cardboard baffles around the perimeter walls to
insure that installation is of the proper depth over the wall plates and so that insulation does not
spill over intothe soffitt vents.
Fireplaces:
Fans:
Locate all fireplaces on inside walls when possible.
Glass doors are
AIITbath,and-laundry�room,fans-should,be,of the:type that hayera.bui�lt=i
dutomatically come o hen the�interi'or h midty reaches 50%'(such a
LWM-*)Z.,*This particular model has a motion detector to turn lights in
another energy saving feature.
not recommend
Duct Work Location:
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om off and on --
use of recirculating vent -a -hoods is
CAllTduct=work_shouldTbe-locatedTinIconditioned spaceiwhen-ever-�possiblei
In single story structures, this can be accomplished by insulating the underneath side of the attic
deck with 6" Open -Cell Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation or by installing the duct work in
fur downs, crawl spaces, basements or underground.
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basements and underground if necessary.
•duct work=has-to'be located in the attic, -then lay the-ductTwork on the rafters and cov
with Open-Ce11'Spray-on Polyurethane.Foam or Cellulose Insulation whenever` possi
_For=gas-HVAC systems it is important to_have axe. in every room whe e the door v�
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ticlosed for extended periods of time so that the_structure cannot'be,put�into,negative=pre;
`whena� door closed. This wi11`k_eep the sfromdrawirig air back down the gas
creating a dangerous situation I
Carerybon4MonoxideTDetectorsTare required�in evarea wler ae gas flue and/or°a gas ap
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See EnergyWise's HVAC Specification Guide.
HVAC Equipment:
-to yu"�o. Propane and resistance heat furnaces are not recommended.
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Hot Water Heaters:
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All hot water heaters should meet or exceed the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act
(NAECA) requirements.
[ , 11Thot water heaters -should be located in conditioned space.
use ofTan R=1'1"Insulated'Fiberglass Vinyl PVC Fac
rdless'of locatio (Blankets mustTmeeVFede a1�Sp(
late under the heater_before it.is installed with=R-5:j
-Irs, be sure to insulate the top cap as well.
ikef should be used on all Fez
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ene foam board,. For electric
' Gas heaters must be vented, so the top of the water heater cannot be insulated.
Hotwater lines should'`be insulated with 1/2" thick PVC Closed -Cell Insulation.from.thezhot
water heater -to the-point_of use•
Tubs and Showers:
' Locate all tubs and showers on the inside walls when possible. IE nsulate' ar`-"o_und.and der all
tubs grid -showers;
' For showers, the use of low water/high pressure 2 gallons per minute heads is required.
' Toilets:
L_The_use of lo-w=waterJ .6 gpf elongated=bowls-are pref_ e_ rred
All bowls should conform to The Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPACT).
' Washers-and,Dryer
Washers and Dryers such as the Maytag Neptune High -Efficiency Models are recommended,
' because they use 60% less water and 2/3 less energy than the average washing machine, and they
spin up to 90% of the water out of the laundry requiring as much as 50% less drying time.
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Scope:
l . The purpose of these specifications is to assure owner satisfaction.
2. Provide a quality HVAC system that will perform properly and to the highest level of
efficiency.
' Structure
11? Zoning of all equipment will be based on the owner's requirements
2 All equipment sizing and CFM load requirements are to be as specified by EnergyWise's
' computerized load calculations.
3. Unless otherwise noted, all EnergyWise load calculations will be based on 6" Open -Cell
Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation in all attic areas, Insulated Concrete Forms or 5
%2" Open -Cell Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation in the exterior walls, 6" Open -Cell
Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation in all cathedral and vaulted ceilings, and 5 '/2"
' Open -Cell Spray -on Polyurethane Foam Insulation in all underfloor areas (if the structure
has a crawl space, the use of a 6 mil polyethylene ground cover will also be specified).
The slab floor area will be calculated using no perimeter insulation. The windows and
' doors shall be as specified on the finished plans and are calculated using no shade
coefficients.
Quality Control Inspections
1 The HVAC contractor will make a rough -in inspection of the duct system.
' 2. The HVAC contractor shall also make a final inspection and overall checkout of the
HVAC system.
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' 1. The HVAC contractor is responsible for all duct sizing and shall make sure that the
EnergyWise CFM requirements are met within plus or minus 10%.
' 2. The HVAC contractor is responsible for all field measurements to insure proper fit of all
duct work prior to installation.
' 3. All duct work is to be installed in compliance with local and national codes. All work is
to be done in a workman like manner according to SMACNA and ASHRAE manuals.
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4 Branch takeoffs should be at least 4 ft. from the supply outlet of the unit and at least 12
inches back from the end of the trunk (for extended plenums).
All flex ducts shall be installed in a manner that will eliminate (as much as possible) the
crushing, bending and binding of the runs. The use of strap type hangers is required. All
boots shall have metal 90's attached to the collars for the flex duct to be attached to or the
use of "slant boots" is acceptable.
6.__AlFbranch-takeoffs-and_starting-collars _shall_-becaulked. ,,
Duct Work (Metal)
1. Flexible vibration isolation connectors shall be installed in sheet metal duct work at the
unit connections.
2. All branch takeoffs, return trunk seams and starting collars shall be caulked.
3. All metal plenums, boots and "Y"s shall be used with no internal liners or ductboard of
any kind. This is done in an effort to keep fiberglass insulation out of the air stream for
health and safety reasons.
4. Duct wrap shall be stapled at all seams and have no more than 25% compression. The
vapor barrier on duct wrap must be maintained.
Gas Pipe Work
All gas piping and venting shall be installed according to local and national codes and
using the manufacturer's recommendations.
Refrigerant Piping
Refrigerant lines shall be installed according to local and national codes and according to
manufacturer's recommendations.
2.—P-iping_insulati- shall be a minimum of 1/2 inch and completely cover the suction line
with all se s taped:;
Condensate Drains And Removal
Condensate drains and removal shall be installed and taken care of according to
manufacturer's recommendations and in compliance with local and national codes.
2. Auxiliary drain pans must be installed under every unit.
Room Thermostat
1. �L—T-he—use-of digital th rme ostat(s) is required (no set -back thermostats).
2. The thermostat shall be installed on an inside partition wall 5 (five) feet above the floor.
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The HVAC contractor shall check the calibration of the thermostat at installation.
The heat anticipator shall be set according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
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Electrical
1. The HVAC contractor is responsible for the coordination of circuits and metering of the
HVAC equipment to the electrician.
2. All electrical work shall be to local and national codes.
3. The EnergyWise Meter shall be furnished by the EnergyWise Dealer to be installed by
the electrician fomeangKWHuag on 11HVrAC!equipment%(if applicable).
Supply And Return Grilles
41% All ceiling registers shall be of curved blade design and one directional.
2. Average face velocity shall be 400 F.P.M. minimum to 700 F.P.M. maximum at the
supply grilles.
3. Average face velocity shall be 350 F.P.M. minimum to 450 F.P.M. maximum at the
return grilles.
4. The HVAC contractor is responsible for making sure that there is a minimum of one
cubic foot of open return per ton of air.
Filter Racks And Air Filters
1. Return air filter racks shall be of the type that will maintain an air -tight return and easily
accessible to the owner.
Equipment Pads
1. The HVAC contractor is responsible for the coordination and placement of the equipment
pads with the general contractor.
The HVAC Equipment
1. The HVAC equipment will be specified according to the owner's requirements.
2. The sizing of the equipment will be done according to the results of the EnergyWise
Manual "J" and Manual "M" Energy Analysis.
3. All HVAC equipment shall be installed according to manufacturer's recommendations
and in compliance with local and national codes.
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standards (latest revision).
Auxiliary Heaters
1. Heaters shall be approved and safety listed for use with the manufacturer's equipment.
2. Staging of the heaters will be based on the equipment manufacturer's calculations.
Warranty
1. The_HVAC rico tractor"shall— uararite'e`h"is-wnrkmanshi» fnr-a nerinri of nnP-(_1_LvPar nr
shall assure that the manufacturer's warranty is fully maintained during that term of
coverage.
2. T-he EnergyWise Guarantee-wi-ll-be issued -upon completion and approval of the -final
�i�nspection (if applicable). ---
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To Indoor Air Handler
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' Research/Development - Energy Management - Thermal/Acoustical - Quality Control
' December 20, 1997
' Mr. Matthew Hale, AIA
Hale Architecture
107 South White Street - P. O. Box 1467
' Wake Forest, North Carolina 27587
RF: HVAC Design Update of the Warren, Perry, and Anthony Building
' Dear Mr. Hale
' Your fax was received in my office yesterday while I was out of town. Upon my return, I felt
the need to respond as quickly as possible to avoid confusion as to my conversation with Liz
Byrd.
First, let me state that you were correct in your statement that the reports were run using the
wrong location of Charlotte versus Raleigh. We have a data sheet that should accompany each set
' of plans that is sent into our office, but the plans on your job were sent in by a new Dealer, and
he didn't have all the information that we required for this project. Since your seal was on the
plans, I tried to reach you by telephone to clear up a couple of these questions with no response.
' The reason why our energy analysis had "Run With Charlotte Weather Data" printed on the front
page of each report was because we were unclear as to the location of the project and wanted to
' be sure that whomever saw these analyses could easily see the location that we used. To correct
that situation, I am enclosing the updated energy analysis using Raleigh weather data, and we
have included a 10% increase in air-conditioning to meet the N. C. Energy Code.
' I would like to address your recollection of my conversation with Liz Byrd on a point=by-point
basis, because I believe that you may have misunderstood or misquoted what Liz told you about
our gnly one not two conversation. In talking to Liz about ICF Systems, I informed her that we
have done a number of large projects such as country clubs, post offices, and office buildings as
well as a great deal of single-family residences. Let me state that we never assume indoor and
outdoor design temperatures. All of our engineering calculations are based on BIN Data (not
' degree days). and the design information provided in ASHRAE and Manual J. We also use the
worst case summer and winter weather data in the same year, and all glass is calculated using no
' shade coefficients. As you can see we are very conservative! You indicated that we use strictly
block loads in our calculations --this is absolutely not true. We ran the loads using Manual M,
which is a room -by -room load calculation breakdown so that in the mechanical layout phase, the
rooms may be either individually zoned or grouped together to determine the size of the unit
required to handle each zone. Your statement "he used block loads instead (as if central HVAC
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was going to be used)" does not make sense to me, because whether the building is going to be
designed using zoning dampers or blocking rooms together, central HVAC will be used
regardless!
In fact, in your next statement you refer to multiple small zones being rounded up, but the
example you gave was incorrect (1.3 tons of HVAC would equal 16,000 Btuh which would be
rounded up to a 1 1 /2 ton unit instead of a 2 ton unit as you stated). Even the example of
"rounding up" a 1.6 ton capacity to a 2 ton unit could be wrong because there are many brands of
equipment that are rated at 1 1 /2 tons that will give you the output to cover 1.6 tons of cooling.
You were correct in saying that we were unaware of a 10% minimum fresh air requirement to
meet the N. C. Energy Code. While neither Liz nor I felt that this increase was absolutely
necessary, sometimes we have to comply with codes that we don't like. You are also correct that
we increased the R-value and type of attic insulation from an R-22 fiberglass insulation system to
an R-38 spray -on cellulose or R-38 EPS foam system to save the owner of the building money
and equipment. I guess the question that I have to ask is why didn't you! In your own letter you
state "Most importantly, the roof insulation was increased by a factor of over 70 percent. This
will require two and a half more inches of foam over roughly 6,736 square feet. We could
downsize our equipment too if we changed our roof insulation from three inches (R-22) to five
and a half inches (R-38)." EPS foam costs approximately .10 to .12 cents per inch per square
foot. Let's do the math... 6,736 square feet x .24 per foot (2 inches) _ $1,616.64 vs $1000.00 to
$1550.00 per ton of air. That's pretty good math in my book, and it doesn't even take into account
the money saved due to the increase in energy efficiency!
In your fax you state that you heard a sales rep for an ICF System claim "effective" values of R-
50. I do not approve of nor encourage anyone to use the term "effective or performance R-
values" unless they know how to explain what they mean and state that they are comparing to
stick -built, fiberglass insulated construction. You go on to state that "We have not been
convinced of the physics of this, when the foam form itself only yields between R-18 and R-21.
The R-value of the concrete per inch is 0.2. Eight inches of concrete has an R-value of 1.6."
While you are technically correct based on how insulation is tested today, let me explain why
your thought process is clouded. There are a number of ASTM tests (C-177, C-518, C-236, C-
976... ) to determine R-values; all of these test are variations of a guarded hot box test. On one
side you have a hot plate, and on the other side you have a cold plate in which a sample of
material is placed. Then the material in the chamber is allowed to reach "stead sue" at 75
degrees fahrenheit which means that the sample is totally saturated. In this state basically all
insulation materials (except for urethane foam) are going to test out at between an R-3 to an R-4
per inch. What these tests don't tell you is the amount of time that it takes for the different
materials to reach "steady state". Materials with higher air infiltration control properties and that
have the ability to trap air inside their fibers (such as ESP foam and spray -on cellulose) take
much longer to reach steady state, because they have a higher thermal inertia (the ability to
collect and store heat).
A real world comparison would be like when you go to a convenience store and purchase a cup
of coffee --coffee that is between 180 to 200 degrees fahrenheit that you pour into an EPS cup
that is approximately 1/8 inch thick, and you don't burn your hand. And yet, under current test
procedures, that product has the same inch per inch R-value as one inch of fiberglass insulation
(the same material that is used for HVAC filters). When you combine products like EPS foam
with concrete and a spray -on cellulose or EPS foam attic what you have is a very air -tight system
that provides the structure with a complete monolithic seal. This type of efficient, air -tight
thermal envelope cannot be accomplished with stick -frame and fiberglass construction.
' As to your question about humidity accumulation, while may be a little confused about
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humidity accumulation, I assure you, your engineer Liz Byrd is not. The discussion on humidity
' accumulation in a tightly constructed building is a real possibility with drastically oversized
equipment. An HVAC system's primary function is to dehumidify a structure. When a unit is too
large, it will short cycle and not run long enough to do its job. While most owners think that they
' are saving money when a unit is not running, they don't realize that it creates other problems.
Short cycling of equipment will cost more to operate in the first three to five minutes in ramping
up of compressors and coils then it will cost to run in the next twenty-five minutes of continuous
' operation. So, not only does oversized equipment create humidity problems, it will also be
considerably more expensive to operate.
We at EnergyWise have done over 400 blower door tests on different structures, and I can tell
you that the average stick -built, fiberglass constructed building will normally average between
three and a half to seven air changes per hour when tested at forty Pascals. The type of structure
' you are building here with the ICF System combined with an EPS or spray -on cellulose R-38
attic under the same test conditions will average between one and two and a half air changes per
hour. So you see, Mr. Hale, R-values are just part of the equation. The secret to true energy
' efficiency is the proper selection and installation of materials, air infiltration control and HVAC
sizing. As you stated in your letter, if you are going to stick -build and use fiberglass in this
building, you and Liz certainly did get it right the first time. But, if you are going to use an ICF
System, you might want to pay some attention to those who have engineered these type structures
before.
' In closing, I would like to say that you are wrong if you think that EnergyWise would allow
anyone to use our program to "downsize" equipment to sell another product. We correctly size
based on the thermal envelope. Many times it costs more to install an EnergyWise HVAC
System because of the things that are required to meet our specifications. I am enclosing a copy
of those specifications for your review.
' I look forward to hearing from you and working with you in the future. If I can be of any
further help, please feel free to contact me.
' Sincerely,
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' Mr. Jim Vincelli
7/10/97
U. S. Fiber, Inc.
' 905 E. MLK Jr. Dr.
Tarpon Springs, Florida 34689
Dear Jim:
' This letter is a follow-up to our previous conversation concerning The EnergyWise Program
and how it compares to other energy conservation programs.
First, let me state that to the best of my knowledge there are no other programs as
' comprehensive as The EnergyWise Program. Let me explain: there are a number of programs on
the market such as Good Cents, Five Star, Energy Action... but, all of these programs are for the
most part prescriptive programs in that they prescribe products to meet their criteria. A good
'. example is Good Cents. They state that a builder must use these standards to be a "Good Cents
Builder":
' 1. R-30 Attic
2. R-13 Walls
' 3. R-5 Perimeter Slab Insulation
4. R-19 Floor Insulation
' S. Double Pane Windows
6.12 S. E. E. R. Heat Pumps
They just told you what to put into the house, but they didn't tell you how to install the products
' correctly. The how to is just as important, if not more so, as the what to install. For instance,
ASHRAE states that if you install R-13 batts in a wall by stapling the flaps to the inside of the
stud (which is the way that 98% of all insulation contractors in America do it), you will lose as
' much as 30% of the R-Value, and yet I have never seen Utility programs address these types of
issues. Even programs that pay more attention to the thermal side of the equation such as the
Five Star Program seem to neglect the HVAC side; for instance, they recommend that a builder
' only install a 12 S. E. E. R. Heat Pump HVAC system and have no specifications as to how to
install the system. I have never understood why any thermal program should try to tell the
builder what kind of HVAC system or windows they must put in the structure in order to "meet
' their criteria".
P. O. Box 3530
' McKinney, Texas 75070
The nice thing about the EnergyWise Program is that we can show the customer in black and
' white how each choice they make will contribute to their utility bill. But ultimately, the choice is
theirs to make, and then we show them how to install the products correctly and for maximum
efficiency. The Five Star Program does not address issues like the fact that according to
ASHRAE, in a metal duct system, you will lose 10 to 12% of you air flow. EnergyWise will
show you how to overcome that problem by using hardcast sealant (or equivalent) on the joints
and starting collars. And, we also show you that for every 90% turn that is made to a boot using
tflex duct (and the average five ton system has 20 boots), you add 45 linear feet per boot of
friction loss to an all flex duct system. This may seem like a little thing, but look at the figures:
1 1. 5 ton system using 20 boots all flex duct connections:
20 boots x 45' per connection = 900 linear feet of additional friction loss
' 2. 5. ton system using metal 90's to make the connections:
20 boots x 15' per connection = 300 linear feet of friction loss
' If the system listed above is an attic installation, think of how much air loss you are getting by
adding the equivalent of 600 additional feet of duct. Now think of how much duct loss or gain
you are adding to the system. Scary, isn't it? And to think that loss can be cut to 15 linear feet
' per boot just by adding a metal 90 at the collar of the boot at a cost of about $2.00 per connection
or about $40 for the system. Also, programs like Five Star are charging their customers (up to
$1.000) for services that in my opinion you don't need like blower door testing. At EnergyWise
�_. the only additional cost is if the customer wants the guarantee insured, which costs $250 for a
five year warranty and $150 for a two year warranty.
' Even though every house is different, if you insulate, seal duct work, use air -infiltration barriers
and caulk every house the same, the only real difference will be in the leakage of the windows
and doors. All window and door manufacturers are tested according to ASTM Standards for air -
infiltration, so their leakage is very predictable if you know how to read the charts.
EnergyWise has the only third party insured performance guarantee that I am aware of So you
see, Jim, while we should all applaud the efforts of any conservation program, I feel that there are
no other programs that are comparable to EnergyWise. I hope I have answered all your
questions.
' Sincerely,
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President
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President .
Energy Wise Systems, Inc.
' 437 Winchester Court
Grand Prairie, Texas 76052
Dear Mr. Rue:
After hearing your recent presentation at the Heart of
Texas Builders' Association office in Waco, and checking
with several of your references, I am very pleased to see
6 your company in business in our service area.
The program that Energy Wise Systems, Inc. offers is a
' genuine energy saver and will helpour customers to
get the
lowest electric utility bill possible.
' We really appreciate 'the professionalism exhibited by
your Waco marketing representative, Charlie Zajbel. It is
refreshing to have a genuine ally like Charlie in your
' company when there are so many "snake oil salesmen" out
there selling their wares.
Please let me now if I can help you in your endeavors.
' Yours very truly,
Jody Orsag
' Dist. Customer Service Supv.
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Mr. Richard Rue
Energy Wise Structures
P.O. Box 170573
Arlington, Texas 76003
Dear Richard,
Many of your customers are likely to send you a letter of appreciation for the work you
have done on their individual projects, however, I am writing to acknowledge the
consistent quality of service and performance, in a variety of circumstances, that I have
experienced in working with -you over the past four years. From the many presentations I
have seen, the quality of reports you have produced for us, our distributors, and their
customers, to the thoughtfulness with which you have worked to understand your
customers needs, and the breadth of knowledge and experience you bring to each and
every interaction, you have shown yourself to be a professional of the highest caliber in
an industry sorely in need of your services.
As the manufacturer of a relatively new building technology, it is critically important for
us to be able to provide the technical support necessary to ensure that our customers
receive a total package of quality products and services that will make their construction
project successful. The service you provide not only supports the claims we make about
the superior energy efficiency of Polysteel, it also gives the customer an understanding of
the systems approach he or she should take in designing a project in order to maximize
the full benefits of our products. Your reports and analyses have actually helped our
distributors close sales on projects from modest residential homes to a 275,000 sq. ft.
assisted care living center. In short, you help us get results in a highly competitive
market by providing our customers with a professional, reliable, and vitally important
service.
As a leader in the insulating concrete form industry, American Polysteel is proud of our
association with Energy Wise, and we feel fortunate to have the opportunity to
recommend you and your associates to our network of distributors and anyone interested
in understanding how to build the most energy -efficient Polysteel structure possible.
Thank you for helping us in our efforts to build a better world.
Sincerely,
Patrick Murphy
President
AMERICAN POLYSTEEO, LLC 5150 F Edith, NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87107
(800) 977-3676 (505) 345-8153 Fax: (505) 345-8154 www.polysteel.com
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Energy Wisp Structures
P.O. Box 170573
Arlington, TX 76003
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Dear Mr. Rue:
1 wish to thank you for your help�with our project in Texas as Well astle, number of other projects you
have helped us with. Yout�larowledge of insulation and building sci �eiioes is amazing. You have
proved to many others anid'me that you are "the man".
have told the story ofi "our project in Texas many times49.- ainy peop)e; t�e6Kis a brief synopsis of
What occurred: -`• - �'
We were building a home in Aransas Pass Texas � 'T5he,dier i anted it to be hufpcane resistant and
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energy efficient The home. was ap ox`rmately 4 Po, -A care feet.; We instiucte Nhe WAC man to
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contact you foi thecomeet sizing offlie 0rArt`1e did not. He then proceeded to i a unit that Vlras
oversized even fot:a conver3ttonal non-ICFrrie. The results Were a disaster. bur client's ceiling
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client that the unit wasat=least three times`bigger than it needed to be. The unlit was: cycling four to
five times per hour and bras riot, vnning enough to remove the moisture from the air even though the
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After several more discussi and disagreements the client had M' WAC contractor remove the
large unit and install the unit you - The client rfdw very happy for several reasons. He
was able. to get credit from the HVAC coW&t&w1g-w and mildew problems Were resolved, his
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energy bill was reduced and he is now very comfortable and secure in his new home.
As you know we are extremely pleased with your work and will continue to use your services.
13919 Hargrave Road
Houston, Texas 77070
Office: 281-955-9550 or 281-955-7997
Fax: 281-955-9551 Cell:281-460-9771
E-mail: B1uOnBluna worldnet.att.net
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April 3, 1998
Mr. Rick Rue
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Energy Wise Systems
4337 Winchester Court
Grand Prairie, Texas 75052
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Dear Mr. Rue:
' My home and my business are two extremely important facets of my life! When my owner/builder
professor, Mr. Will Greenough, advised not to build with a vapor barrier in our sub -tropical climate
in Houston, it was of great concern to me. W. Greenough knows his subject. Not only am I a new -
"...,comer comer to the insulating concrete forms business, which are vapor barriers, but also, my first project z NOW my own new home. I began searching for clear, clean answers. I was not finding them until I
yM8teer&J to you.
w'_- c know exactl you that me nced nvi
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ou could convince my professor. It was very educational to be able to listen to the two x out. Not only did you alleviate his concerns, but you gave him knew incentive and
- s teaching programs. He wanted to do a class on alternative building methods. By the
'bm to thank him for speaking with you, he had already decided to go ahead with a class
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a . orating insulating concrete forms.
uld settle down and get back on track building my home and building my business.
er great opportunity came to me because of your conversation with Mr. Greenough. He asked
�t"o use my home as one of three building projects featured in a television production series instructing
owner/builders in the best methods of building available today. This is exciting, extremely helpful to
my building project and stimulating for my business.
' Your work and expertise breathe the soul into insulated concrete forms. Without a balanced system,
these homes would lose credibility. They would have no future. Then you charge next to nothing for
' the service! Thank you so much for being there. My son, Kel, a partner in my business, has dubbed
you Rick GuRuel When I say ICF, I say Rick Rue in the next breath. Rumor has it that you have
some pretty big shoes to fill, and you are succeeding your way.
' SincFel ,
arlotte Thompson
' President
Different.' REWARD,
WALL SYSTEMS
Build
4115 Soath 81th Street Omaha, Nebraska 68127 1.800.468.6344 402.592.7077 Fx 402.592.7969 - www.rowardwalls.com
September 20, 2001
Richard Rue
Energy Wise Structures
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Box170573
Arlington, TX 76003-0573
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Dear Rick,
am writing to express the appreciation of Reward Wall-**W.ri•is; .Inc. for the valuable
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service you provide to us With your HVAC analysis and surnmary;of cost projections for
prospective building projects..
Since we introduced you to our customers at the Reward National Convention in
January 2001, Reward building professionals throughout the country have taken
advantage of the Energy Wise services. Your analysis validates the qualities of building
with insulating concrete forms .(1CFs), and helps us complete sales. -
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For example, here in the Omaha area, the energy cost savings you projected fora 6,000
square foot luxury home convinced the owner/builder to choose Reward. Your analysis
also was part of the equation that won over another very active Omaha construction
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professional who has since built several impressive projects with Reward, including a
53-room hotel in Kansas. I have photocopied the report you did for a Super 8 motel in
Tulsa, Oklahoma, and provided it,to our regional sales managers throughout the country
`sales
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to use as a tool. It's hard to argue with energy costs of $648 per month for ICF
construction compared to $1,527 per -month for conventional --wood construction. And
your well -documented, logical and complete report really backs up the figures.
I'm delighted that you will be returr:ing to our 2002 conv4h#6n, @qd look forward to
hearing your presentation.
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Best regards,
tW.
Thad Tobaben
District Sales Manager
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1 E_. P. O. Box 937 Euless, TX 76039 817-540-4437 Fax: 817-545-7254
February 23, 1998
tEnergyWise Structures
2105 Nugent Drive
Mansfield, TX 76063
' Dear Richard,
Thank you for taking the time from your busy. schedule to accompany our group to Houston to meet
with radio talk show host Tom Tynan, KTRH News Radio, AM 740. Considering the large investment
that the CCPC, Portland Cement Association; and our ICF dealers have in advertising ICF construction
' in Houston, we were concerned about the statement Mr. Tynan made on a high -profile talk radio station
that he did not like Insulated Concrete Forms because they "did not allow a structure to breathe." As
YOU know, Mr. Tynan is considered to be a local construction expert whose words, although inaccurate,
could be taken as truths. You helped our industry educate him on - the way heating and cooling
' structures works in Texas.
Once again, your expertise and wealth of knowledge concerning energy -efficient construction has
' proved to be invaluable. Educating Mr. Tynan about airflow, HVAC equipment sizing, and ICF
construction made hire understand- ICFs much better. Your input was a service to our industry,
moreover, it was a service to our customers and our energy -conscious nation.
You demonstrated that ICF construction designed to EnergyWise standards insures healthy outside air
exchange and that energy -efficient construction designed to those standards requires HVAC cooling
equipment sized substantially lower than conventional sizing methods. I particularly appreciate your
observation that links over -sizing HVAC equipment with some of the concerns we all share concerning
' all types of energy -efficient construction.
Your explanation was simple. Health problems due to mold and mildew are caused by excess exposure.
t Mold and mildew grow in a structure when the environment is too humid. Oversized HVAC cooling
equipment is a major contributor to excess humidity. When the HVAC system cools too fast, it doesn't
run long enough to circulate the air and remove excess moisture.
t Following your discussion with Mr. Tynan, our group has elected to run an ICF ad, narrated by Mr.
Tynan, which will be aired more than 100 times between March 6 and October 11, 1998.
It's frightening to think that there are so few "experts" who truly understand the systematic approach
needed to design today's structures with modem materials and HVAC equipment. Your EnergyWise
system for designing the whole structure for comfort, health, and efficiency has avoided problems
caused by builders using rules of thumb developed for drafty, dusty, and inefficient stick -built
structures.
In closing, if we can be of service, in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.
' S- rely,
Robert V. Lopez, P. E.
Executive Director
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Member Companies: Alamo, Ash Grove, Capitol, Cemex USA, Holnam, Lone Star Industries,
River, North Texas, Texas Industries, Southdown, Rio Grande, Texas -Lehigh
PO Box 1299
Cedar Hill, TX 75106
877-882-6842
FAX 972-723-1638
www.icfhomes.com
info@icfhomes.com
' February 20, 2001
' Energy Wise Structures
P.O. Box 170573
Arlington, Texas 76003
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Rick:
Hey, just a short note here to let you know that we continue to value the services you
provide to us and to our clients.
We started contracting you to perform energy analysis and total HVAC design services in
1997. Today after contracting and recommending your services for over 30 projects, I can
honestly state that your firm has delivered 100% satisfaction! I still receive the occasional
ecstatic note from clients when they receive their utility bills and compare them to their
neighbors.
Your knowledge of the performance of Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) wall systems along
with traditional methods of construction have definitely put your services in a "must. do"
category for every project we undertake. As you know first hand, nearly every builder
claims to build energy efficient structures, very few of them really deliver. By utilizing your
services our company provides professionally written well -documented proof of what our
client should expect. We have yet to have a client insist on purchasing your warranty,
perhaps due to the fact that your reports are concise with little room for vague
interpretation.
The HVAC equipment and ductwork detailing that you provide is an invaluable tool for an
energy efficient structure. We constantly must substantiate your recommended designs to
the HVAC contractors that use old style "rule of thumb" sizing that does not take the
specific project conditions into consideration. We have never had a complaint about hot or
cold rooms when your designs are implemented.
Thanks again for the superior performance for our high performance structures and if you
ever need a reference feel free to recommend us to your potential clients.
Sincerely
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Ian S. Giesler
ICF Builders
White Creek Homes
381 Belmont Lane
Van Alstyne, 'texas 75495
September 18, 2001
Mr. Kick Rue
Energy Wise Structures
P. O. Box 170573
Arlington, Tx 76003
Dear Mr. Rue:
Our hoarse was built using structural insulated panels. I had a problem finding a
heating and air conditioning contractor that would install an appropriate sized
heating and air conditioning system. Your company provided the guidelines and
helped find an heating and air conditioning contractor to install the heating and air
conditioning system using these guidelines.
As a result we installed a three and one half ton Hydro -Temp System in our 3,400
square foot.house. The usage after one year was 5,710 KWH. At $.07 per KWIC
this amounts to $400 or $33.31 per month
' Sincere1 ,
Arthur Fleanmer
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Energy Wise Systems, Inc.
P. O. Box 170573
Arlington, Tx. 76003
Dear Mr. Rue:
August 16, 2001
Our home was built using foam core pressure bonded structural
panels and that posed a problem as to what size air conditioning
unit we should have. The a.c. needed to be large enough to cool
the house efficiently as well as not too large that it would not short
cycle. Your company was used by our builder to decide the
proper size of unit and also to help with air flow throughout our
house.
As a result of your professional opinion we feel we have the
perfect balance of air to each room and we are amazed that even
though our house is 3200 sq. ft. our electricity bills average around
$70.00 year round. In Texas, with many summer days over 100
degrees, that's saying a lot. Our neighbors, who have less square
footage are envious of our low bills. Our house is all electric as
well.
Thank you for providing us with such an efficient system.
Yours truly,
Gary and Sue Tipton
157 Belmont Lane
Van Alstyne, Tx. 75495
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Website: www.energywisestructures.com
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June 16, 2008
Mr. Eddie Stokes
Stokes Construction
5200 Whistling Straits
College Station, Texas 77845
Re: Additional Shear Wall
Syptak Residence
College Station, Texas
Gessner Engineering Job No.: 06-0595
Dear Mr. Stokes:
A braced wall was requested to be removed from the above referenced project at the
location of the sliding door to the utility room. Gessner Engineering recommends replacing
this braced wall with a shear wall as shown in the attached figure. The approximately 16'
long wall shall be constructed as a shear wall in accordance with the details on sheet S5.4
in the previously issued construction documents.
If you have any questions with respect to this letter, please contact me.
Sincerely,
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Jonathan A. Gibson, P.E.
x1t�V4VIC-X
Morgan S. Lund, E.I.T.
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Gessner
Engineering
1712 SOurhwesr Pk\vv
Suite 105
College Srarion, Texas 77840
PU. Box 10763, 77842-0763
979.680.8840
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2204 S'Chappell Hill Sr.
Brenham, Texas 77833
979.836.6855
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Brenham, Texas 77834 P.O. Box 10763 College Station, Texas 77840 6116/08
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5200 Whistling Straits
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Re: Alternate Braced Walls
Syptak Residence A
College Station, Texas
Gessner Engineering Job No.: 06-0595
Dear Mr. Stokes:
An alternative braced wall was requested for the above referenced project. The interior
braced walls called out on sheet S1.2 may be replaced.with braced wall panel construction
method 1 in accordance with section R602.10.3 of the 2006 International Residential Code.
Gessner Engineering approves the use of Simpson TWB-14 straps with 8d nails in studs
and 16d nails in plates for 10' walls. These straps may be used as an alternate to the
braced walls in the locations specified on the construction documents.
Additional changes were made to the previously issued framing plans. In the garage area,
trusses were used to replace the previously called out joists to allow for a continuous
ceiling and floor in that area. A detail was issued on April 21, 2008 to address this issue.
The cantilevered sections of Trusses N & H were cut off to avoid interference with the roof.
The resulting trusses are end bearing on the stud walls.
If you have any questions with respect to this letter, please contact me.
Sincerely,
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Jonathan A. Gibson, P.E.
Morgan S. Lund, E.I.T.
JONATHAN A. GIBSON
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P.O. Box 10763. 77842-0763
979.680,8840
FAX 979.680.8841
2204 S. Chappell Hill St.
Btcnham,'fecas 77833
979.836.6855
FAX 979.836-6847
April 7, 2008
Mr. Eddie Stokes
Stokes Construction
5200 Whistling Straits
College Station, Texas 77845
Re: Garage Header Resize
Syptak Residence
College Station, Texas
Gessner Engineering ,lob No.: 06-0595
Dear Mr. Stokes:
As requested, Gessner Engineering has resized the headers at the garage due to a
change in the door sizes. A 3.5x13.75 24F-1.8E Glulam beam was selected to span over
the garage doors. This beam was sized to span twelve (12) foot three (3) inches and cant'
a 20 pounds per square foot (psf) live load, 10 psf dead ceiling load with a tributary width of
four (4) feet. The beam was also sized to carry a 6,700 pound point load a maximum of
four (4) feet from the end due to the intersecting beam.
If you have any questions with respect to this letter, please contact me.
Sincerely,
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BUILDING PERMIT
CITY OF COLLEGE 145TATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
http://bpinspect.cstx.gov
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Application Number .
. . . . 08-00000385 Date 2/14/08
Application pin number
. . . 555905
Property Address . .
. . . . 4926 WHISTLING STRAITS LOOP
Property ID:
497900-0039-0150
R #:
R301267
Application type description
RESIDENTIAL, 1 UNIT DETACHED NEW
Subdivision Name . .
. . . . PEBBLE CREEK
Property Use . . . .
. . . . RESIDENTIAL
Property Zoning . . .
. . . . SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Application valuation
. . . . 650000
Owner
Contractor
------------------------
SYPTAK, JOHN B & JULIE
------------------------
M S C STOKES CONSTRUCTION, INC
2013 MOSES CREEK CT
- 5200 WHISTLING STRAITS CT
COLLEGE STATION
TX 778453867 COLLEGE STATION TX 77845
(979) 690-6626
--- Structure Information
000 000 SINGLE FAMILY
Construction Type . .
. . . COMBUSTIBLE (UNPROTECTED)
Occupancy Type . . .
. . . RESIDENTIAL-SFR/DUPLEX
Other struct info . .
. . . EXTERIOR WALL TYPE BRICK/SIDING
IMPACT/PRORATA FEES PAID N/A
FOUNDATION TYPE SLAB
NUMBER OF GARAGE BAYS 3.00
TYPE OF GARAGE (ATT/DET) ATT
HEATED AREA 5379.00
INTERIOR WALL TYPE SHEETROCK
NUMBER OF BATHROOMS 4.00
NUMBER OF BEDROOMS 3.00
SEWER TYPE PUBLIC
TRAFFIC IMPACT ANAL (TAZ) 411.00
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Permit . . . . . .
BUILDING PERMIT
Additional desc . .
BC
Permit pin number .
551986
Permit Fee . . . .
1960.00 Plan Check Fee .00
Issue Date . . . .
2/14/08 Valuation . . . . 650000
Expiration Date . .
8/12/08
Qty Unit Charge
Per Extension
BASE FEE 1660.00
150.00 2.0000
THOU BLDG, VAL 500001 & UP 300.00
---------------------------------------------------- -----------------------
Special Notes and Comments
-Wall Bracing and Foundation
design to follow Gessner
Engineered Plan
•------------
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BUILDING DEPT R
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ESENTATI'
A
APPLICANT:
BUILDING PERMIT
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
http://bpinspect.cstx.gov
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Page 2
Application Number . . . . . 08-0.0000385 Date 2/14/08
Application pin number . . . 555905
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Special Notes and Comments
-Make sure 2nd floor operable windows are 24" AFF minimum
-Rolled set of plans in Ben's Office
-garage ceiling of have 5/8" type X sheetrock
*Engineered Bracing Methods Used To Meet Windbracing
Requirements.
*IF AN OPERABLE WINDOW IS MORE THAN 72" ABOVE EXTERIOR
FINISHED GRADE THEN THE LOWEST PART OF THE WINDOW OPENING
MUST BE AT LEAST 24" ABOVE THE FINSHED FLOOR FROM INSIDE THE
ROOM.
*ALL BRANCH CIRCUITS THAT SUPPLY OUTLETS IN DWELLING
UNIT BEDROOMS SHALL BE PROTECTED BY AN ARC -FAULT CIRCUIT
INTERRUPTER(S)
*PROVIDE ATTIC ACCESS OPENING (MINIMUM ROUGH -FRAMED SIZE 22"
X 3011) WITHIN 20' OF THE MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND WALKWAY
*PROVIDE CHEMICAL TREATMENT OR PHYSICAL BARRIER (SUCH AS
METAL OR PLASTIC TERMITE SHIELDS) FOR PROTECTION
AGAINST TERMITES. IF CHEMICAL TREATMENT IS USED, THE
CONCENTRATION, RATE OF APPLICATION AND TREATMENT
METHOD SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE TERMITICIDE LABEL.
BORACARE TREATMENT IS A SUITABLE SUBSTITUTE.
ALL METHODS MUST BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH TREATED
SILL PLATES. PROOF OF METHOD TO BE USED SHALL BE RECEIVED
IN OUR OFFICE BEFORE A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY WILL BE
ISSUED.
*Garage ceiling must have 5/8" Type X sheetrock when there
is Habitable space above the garage.
*PROVIDE COMBUSTION AIR FOR GAS FIRED APPLIANCES PER
CHAPTER 17, 2006 INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE
*Surface Drainage Shall Be Diverted to an Approved Point of
Collection. Lots Shall Have a Grade Fall Minimum of 6"
inches Within the First 10' feet Away From the Foundation
Walls.
*ELECTRICAL SHALL BE INSTALLED PER 2005 National Electrical
Code & LOCAL AMENDMENTS
*ELECTRIC STRIP HEATING NOT ALLOWED FOR RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTIES WITH FLOOR AREA GREATER THAN 500 Sq. FEET
*MINIMUM FOUNDATION STANDARD - ALL FOUNDATION SHALL COMPLY
WITH THE MINIMUM FOUNDATION STANDARD AS PER CITY'S
ORDINANCE (FOUNDATION DETAIL SHALL BE SHOWN ON PLANS)
MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE REBAR SLAB GROUND
*Hearth Extension Needed For Fireplace 10ening <6 sq. ft.(8"
BUILDING DEPT REPRESENTATIVE. •'
APPLICANT:
BUILDING PERMIT
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
http://bpinspect.cstx.gov
Application Number . . . . . 08-00000385
Application pin number . . . 555905
Page 3
Date 2/14/08
Special Notes and Comments
side & 16" front) For Openings >6 sq. ft. (12" side & 20"
front)
*ALL FRAMING SHALL COMPLY WITH 2O06 INTERNATIONAL
RESIDENTIAL CODE
*PROVIDE ENGINEERED BEAM FOR GARAGE DOOR HEADER
*ATTACHED GARAGES SHALL HAVE ALL TOP PLATE AND HEADER
PENETRATIONS SEALED
*Assure Proper GFI Locations, Including One Within 25, Of
Outside A/C Unit
*PLATFORM FOR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT AND/OR ACCESS MAY HAVE TO
BE ELEVATED TO ALLOW FOR ATTIC INSULATION
*Wall and Ceiling Insulation are as follows respectively.
If Wall to Window Ratio is up to 15o.the Values Shall be
R-13 and R-30, above 15% the Ceiling Insulation is Increased
to R-38.
*ACCESS TO JACUZZI TUB CIRCULATION PUMPS SHALL BE PROVIDED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH 421.5 OF THE 2006 INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING
CODE. IF NOT DETERMINED BY MANUFACTURER IT SHALL BE A
MINIMUM OF 12" X 12" AND IF PUMP IS GREATER THAN 2' FROM
ACCESS OPENING THEN IT MUST BE 18" X 18" OPENING
*IF LAWN SPRINKLERS IS PROVIDED, PERMIT MUST BE ISSUED PRIOR
TO CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY.
*REQUIRED EXIT DOORS SHALL BE OPENABLE FROM THE INSIDE
WITHOUT THE USE OF A KEY,TOOL OR SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/EFFORT
*A Minimum of No. 15 Asphalt Felt or Other Approved Water
Resisitive Barrier Shall be Placed Over All Exterior
Sheathing Per 2006 IRC Section R703.2
*THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE DRIVEWAY WIDTH MEASURED AT THE
PROPERTY LINE IS 25' AND MINIMUM WIDTH OF 12'
*If PEX water supply piping is sleeved below the slab, seal
annular space at ends with caulk, foam or other means.
Also assure proper protection of pipe to U.V. light.
*ANY CHANGES OR ALTERATIONS TO SUBMITTED PLANS MUST BE
RESUBMITTED AND APPROVED BEFORE WORK IS DONE IN ORDER TO
ASSURE CODE COMPLIANCE
*POST PERMIT CARD ON JOB SITE TO BE VISIBLE FROM ROAD
*WHEN WATER MAIN PRESSURE EXCEEDS 80 PSI, AN APPROVED
PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE SHALL BE PROVIDED THAT LIMITS THE
MAXIMUM STATIC WATER PRESSURE TO 80 PSI
*RECESSED LIGHTING INSTALLED IN THE BUILDING ENVELOPE SHALL
BE IC RATED AND SEALED TO PREVENT AIR LEAKAGE
-------------------------------------------- ----X-------.-------------
BUILDING DEPT REPRESENTATIVE:
APPLICANT:
BUILDING PERMIT ,
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
http://bpinspect.cstx.gov
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Page 4
Application Number . . . . . 08-00000385-.. Date 2/14/08
Application pin number . . . 555905
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Special Notes and Comments
*For residential applications with a glazing area that
exceeds 15% of the gross area of exterior walls, R-8 duct
insulation is required. As an alternative, R-6 duct
insulation can be used if the a/c system has a SEER rating
of 12 or more.
*PROVIDE SANITARY FACILITIES FOR WORKERS ON SITE LOCATED OFF
THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY.
*SMOKE DETECTORS MUST HAVE 3' CLEARANCE FROM FORCED AIR
DUCTS, CEILING FANS AND RETURN AIR
*PROVIDE STRING LINES FOR ALL BUILDING SETBACKS AND
EASEMENTS ON FOUNDATION INSPECTION.
FORM SURVEY MAY BE SUBMITTED IN PLACE OF STRINGS.
*SHOWERS AND TUB/SHOWER COMBINATIONS SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH
AN ANTI -SCALD VALVE THAT LIMITS WATER TEMPERATURE TO 120
DEGREES
*THE COMBINED SOLAR HEAT GAIN COEFFICIENT OF ALL GLAZED
FENESTRATION/WINDOW PRODUCTS DEPENDING ON PERCENTAGE OF WALL
TO GLAZING/WINDOW RATIO UP TO 20% A .40 OR LOWER FACTOR AND
ABOVE 20% TO 30% A .35 FACTOR OR LOWER SHALL BE MET.
*ALL SILLS AND BOTTOM PLATES IN CONTACT WITH CONRETE MUST BE
TREATED OR NATURALLY RESISTANT TO INSECTS AND DECAY
*SMOKE DETECTORS SHALL BE INTERCONNECTED, 120 VOLT W/BATTERY
BACKUP AND LOCATED IN EACH SLEEPING ROOM AND OUTSIDE EACH
SEPARATE SLEEPING AREA IN THE IMMEDIATE VICINITY OF THE
BEDROOMS
*REMOVE ALL VEGETATION AND FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM SLAB AREA
PRIOR TO PLACING FILL. FILL SHALL BE FREE FROM
VEGETATION AND FOREIGN MATERIAL.
*STAIRS SHALL COMPLY WITH SECTION R-311 (2006 IRC) WITH A
CONTINUOUS HANDRAIL OR SECTION
1009 (2006 IBC) AS APPROPRIATE, CONTINUOUS HANDRAIL
NEEDED, ENDS SHALL BE RETURNED OR SHALL TERMINATE INTO A
NEWEL POST OR SAFETY TERMINAL ON COMMERCIAL JOBS.
*WINDOWS ADJACENT TO TUBS WITHIN 60" ABOVE DRAIN SHALL BE
TEMPERED GLASS
*TEMPERED GLASS REQUIRED IN WINDOWS WITHIN 24" OF DOORS IN
ADJACENT WALLS
*AN APPROVED DEVICE FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONTROL SHALL BE
PROVIDED FOR BUILDINGS UTILIZING STORAGE WATER HEATING
EQUIPMENT AND A PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE
*PER R308.4 GLAZING ADJACENT TO STAIRWAY WITHIN 36" D-
BUILDING DEPT REPRESENTATI
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APPLICANT:
BUILDING PERMIT ,
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE, COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
http://bpinspect.cstx.gov
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Page
5
Application Number . . . . .
08-00000385 Date
2/14/08
Application pin number . . .
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
555905
Special Notes and Comments
LESS THAN 60" ABOVE WALKING SURFACE MUST BE TEMPERED (2003
IRC)
*U-Factor Ratings for Window %
up to 15% is .65, from 15%
to
20% is .55, from 20% to 25% is
.54 and above 25% is .46 or
lower.
*RANGE/DRYER DUCT MUST COMPLY
WITH 2O06 IMC
*ALL PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, AND
HVAC (mechanical) WORK MUST
BE PERFORMED BY LICENSED CONTRACTORS. CONTACT BUILDING
DEPARTMENT FOR INSPECTIONS
PRIOR TO COVERING ANY WORK
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Other Fees . . . . . . . . .
SEWER TAP 4"
350.00
WATER TAP 3/4"
400.00
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Fee summary Charged
-----------------
Paid Credited
Due
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Permit Fee Total 1960.00
------------------------------
1960.00 .00
.00
Plan Check Total .00
.00 .00
.00
Other Fee Total 750.00
750.00 .00
.00
Grand Total 2710.00
2710.00 .00
.00
-------------------------------------------------- IV•- -----------
BUILDING DEPT REPRESENTATFE:
/-") - . A
APPLICANT:
TEMPORARY POLE .PERMIT
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVE
COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840
PHONE: (979)764-3570 FAX: (979)764-3496
----------------------------------------------------------------------------
Application Number . . . . . 08-00000386 Date 2/14/08
Application pin number . . . 648258
Property Address . . . . . . 4926 WHISTLING STRAITS LOOP
Property ID: 497900-0039-0150
R #: R301267
Application type description TEMP POLE
Subdivision Name . . . . . . PEBBLE CREEK
Property Use . . . . . . . . RESIDENTIAL
Property Zoning . . . . . SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Application valuation . . . . 0
Owner Contractor
------------------------ ------------------------
SYPTAK, JOHN B & JULIE M S C STOKES CONSTRUCTION, INC
2013 MOSES CREEK CT 5200 WHISTLING STRAITS CT
COLLEGE STATION TX 778453867 COLLEGE STATION TX 77845
(979) 690-6626
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Permit . . . . . . TEMP POLE PERMIT
Additional desc . . BC
Permit pin number . 552000
Permit Fee . . . . 20.00
Issue Date . . . . 2/14/08 Valuation . . . . 0
------------- 7--------------------------------------------------------------
Other Fees . . . . . . . . . TEMP ELECT POLE CONNECT 45.00
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Fee summary Charged Paid Credited Due
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Permit Fee Total 20.00 20.00 .00 .00
Other Fee Total 45.00 45.00 .00 .00
Grand Total 65.00 65.00 .00 .00
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APPLICATION FOR BUILDING PERMIT
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
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COLLEGE STATION, TX 77RAn
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION (979) 764-3570 (979) 764-3496 FAX
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DATE: TRCC
APPLICATION #
TEMP POLE # J24LC
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LOT -5_ BLOCK 32 SUBDIVISION (-G Crc.�, (� SE /PH ��
BUSINESS/OWNER NAME: S C > /o�es l�y A'5 1 i LkC !
PHONE: _?_i Q 6 9 Q- G Ga 6
CONTRACTOR/HOMEOWNER: 91) Aj 01 Lj_, /It s yPfA PHONE:
CONTACT PERSON FOR REVIEW COMMENTS: —C i(71 t' S(Ujc C,S PHONE:lz q ` G q0 G 6 z 6
FAX:
ELECTRICIAN: l 13tj O/C (e / M I 0 It G
HVAC: i/I
ACCESSORY/STORAGE
ADDITION
DEMOLITION (ASBESTOS SURVEY)
DUPLEX (LANDSCAPE PLANS REQUIRED)
LOCATION
DESCRIPTION OF WORK: /VC tc9 C, a —S I
PROPOSED USE: s//V Q1e, �� n4 11
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EMAIL:
PLUMBER: rl 9- A/4 PK 1
GOOD CENTS (Residential only):
MOVING
NEW CONSTRUCTION`
PORTABLE STORAGE (RESIDENTIAL)
PORTABLE STORAGE (NON-RESIDENTIAL)
REMODEL/RENOVATION'
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SHELL ONLY
SLAB ONLY
SWIMMING POOL
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HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONfARCHITECTUAL OR 6ESIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE APPROVAL: At-(6"
TEXAS ACCESSIBILITY STANDARD (TASS) PROJECT REGISTRATION# EABPRJ
VALUATION: $ iliW 14 �Q,Q 6 O TOTAL AREA: 3HEATED AREA: S3 7-
"� yr (Cost of Labor and Materials
PUBLIC SEWER
SEPTIC/TREATMENT SYSTEM
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SIZE
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FOUNDATION TYPE: C, 6 /N C'rJZ,
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SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT:
`If proposed work involves new commercial construction or fa ade improvements/renovations to an existing
commercial property, building elevations are required.
Official Use Only
Comments:
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NUMBER OF BEDROOMS:
NUMBER OF BATHROOMS
INTERIOR WALL TYPE:
EXTERIOR WALL TYPE:
Zoning Official
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Energy Code Compliance Information
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% Glazing of exterior walls
Insulation R value of exterior walls
Insulation R value of ceiling 1 flat areas) ) R-3 d
Insulation R value of ceiling 2 ( vaulted areas/no attic) Ta A
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Glazing SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) S
Glazing U-Factor
R value of ductwork �• 2-
A/C SEER Rating
Protection Against Subterranean Termites
�. Chemical Termiticide Treatment (Soil Treatment)
❑ Chemical Termiticide Treatment (Field Applied Wood Treatment)
❑ Physical Barriers
❑ Other
* Verification of Application shall be submitted to the City of College Station
Building Division prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.
PLAN REVIEW
(*f/q" ONE and TWO FAMILY OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION 1101 TEXAS AVENUE
Planning& Development Services COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77840
(979) 764-3570; (979) 764-3496 FAX
PLAN REVIEW/PERMIT NUMBER# D 3 s
DATE: O
BUILDING ADDRESS:
I. Foundation Requirements- Minimum City Foundation Standards
N
A.
Concrete minimum compression strength of 3000 PSI
B.
Minimum four 4 inch slab thickness
C.
Vapor barrier Emil. Poly min.
D.
Slab/beam or pier layout shown
1. Footings/beams are continuous over the length and width of foundation
2. Footings 30" exterior, 24" interior, unless over 60' long must be 30"
3. Spacing of beams does not exceed 15'
E.
Reinforcement details to meet minimum requirements
1. Slab reinforcement and Beam Reinforcement
F.
Protection Method used for Termites.
G.
Wood foundation details indicated
N O
Il. Framing: Floor, Wall, Ceiling and Roof Requirements
NA/PTK
A.
Girder or sill dimensions, grade & species
B.
Floor joist size, spacing, grade & direction of span indicted on plans
C.
Treated sill plate or bottom plate
D.
Tenant separation in duplex
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1. One -hour rated extending to roof deck
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E.
Header sizes indicated on plans
A/
F.
Emergency bedroom egress
1. Exit direct to outside
2. Operable window
a. Twenty 20 inch clear width by twenty-four 24 inch clear height
b. Maximum sill height of forty-four 44 inches above finished floor
G.
Operable bathroom window required when mechanical ventilation is not provided
H.
Stud grade andspacing
I.
Exterior wall details
1. Sheathing indicated on plans for Wall Bracing
2. Moisture barrier indicated on plans
3. Exterior Wall Covering
J.
Roof framing Ian or elevation shown
K.
Ceiling joist size, spacing, grade and direction of span indicated on plans
L.
Attic access location and size indicated on plans
M.
Span exceeding code tables must be engineered
N.
Rafter size, spacing, roof slope & purlin bracing if required to reduces an
0.
Roof covering
P.
All girders & beams for support of floors, walls, ceiling & roofs must have the size, grade &
location indicated on plans
Q. Tempered Glass required in all hazardous locations
R. 18" Overhangs allowed on zero lot line, non-combustible perforated soffit only
S. All walls within 3' of property line to have protected openings.
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PLAN REVIEW
(*//q" ONE and TWO FAMILY OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION 1101 TEXAS AVENUE
Planning& Development Services COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77840
(979) 764-3570; (979) 764-3496 FAX
III. Stairway Requirements
A. Stairway Details
N
1. Maximum riser height 7-3/4 inches
2. Minimum tread width 10 inches
3. Stairway risers are uniform 3/8" Max. difference
4. Stairway width not less than 36 inches
5. Stairway headroom not less that six ft. eight 6'-8"
B. Winder details
1. Treads a minimum of six 6 inches on narrow edge
2. Treads a minimum often (10) inches at a distance of twelve (12) inches from the
narrow edge
C. Spiral stairway details
1. Riser height less than nine and one-half 9-1/2 inches
2. Treads a minimum of seven and one-half (7-1/2) inches at a distance of twelve (12)
inches from the narrow edge
3. Stairway width not less than thirty-six inches
4. Headroom required not less than six ft six 6-6 inches
5. All treads must be identical
D. Guards/handrail details
1. Guards required when a porch, deck, balcony or landing is thirty (30) inches
above grade or finished floor
2. Handrails are required on stairways located two or more risers above floor/grade
3. Handrails must be thirty-four to thirty-eight (34-38) inches when measured from the
leading edge of the tread
4. Handrails must not project more than four & one-half (4-1/2) inches into width of a
stairway
5. Guards must be a minimum of thirty-six 36 inches above finished floor
6. Guards & handrails along open-side(s) of stairway must have intermediate
railing or uprights that prevent the passage of a four 4 inch sphere
IV. Fireplace Requirements
N
A. Hearth extensions
1. Fireplace opening < 6 s , ft, extensions: 8" & 16" forward
2. Fireplace opening > 6 s . ft. extensions: 12" side & 20" forward
B. Masonry fireplace requires 2" clearance from all combustible materials
C. Chimneys must meet IRC Chapter 10 Requirements
V. Electrical Service Requirements
A. Electrical plan to include:
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1. Electrical fixtures & switches indicated
2. Smoke detector locations indicated as required
3. GFI circuits indicated where required
4. Arc fault protection for bedroom circuits
5. Panel location
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CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
Planning d Development Services
PLAN REVIEW
ONE and TWO FAMILY OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS
CITY OF COLLEGE STATION
1101 TEXAS AVENUE
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77840
(979) 764-3570; (979) 764-3496 FAX
VI. Plumbing Requirements
A. Pressure reducing valve required when water pressure exceeds 80 psi
N
B. Plumbing access to bathtubs
C. Means for thermal expansion provided when required
D. Water heaters elevated 18" when installed in the garage or room directly off garage
VII. Mechanical Requirements
N
A. All mechanical ventilation's in bathrooms & range hood ventilation must be ducted to
outside excludes ductless units)
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B. Attic installed H.V.A.C. requirements:
1. Twenty-four (24) inch wide unobstructed walkway from attic access to equipment
must be provided
2. Attic access located within 20 feet of equipment
C. Combustion air supplied for gas appliances when required)
Vill. Energy Requirements
N O
A. Compliance software worksheet MECcheck submitted, or
B. Energy data supplied Percent of glazing, insulation R-values, window U-values, etc.
Zoning Ordinance Requirements — Ordinance 850
NAJOK
Permitted use for district
Density requirements
Minimum lot size
Setbacks
Easements
Required parking
Street Ordinance Requirements
N
Maximum drive width for residence is 25' combined for circular and 12' minimum for single
Minimum 20 feet from driveway to side(intersecting) street property line sight triangle
Driveway access to lesser street for corner lots
Subdivision Regulations — Ordinance 690
N
Approved subdivision
Plat filed
Flood lain Regulations — Ordinance 1301
N
Does not block any water course or divert any flow
Elevation certificate needed
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"APPROVED PLANS PER IRC SECTION R106.3.1."
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