Residential Building Energy Standard (RBES) a.k.a. Building Energy Code, is a minimum standard for energy efficient construction that applies to all new residential construction, additions, most renovations, alterations, and repairs. Per Act 89 of 2013, municipal officials must provide RBES information when someone applies for a residential building or zoning permit.
The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission is hosting a statewide training for municipal staff on May 15, 2025, from 11 am to noon. This educational session will explain RBES in more detail and provide municipal staff with information and tools to assist builders and ensure RBES certificates are recorded in the land records. The training is geared toward municipal planners, zoning administrators, and clerks.
Register in advance for this meeting at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x0SWj8XRTCaJJO6J9hEpPg#/registration. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
This session is presented on behalf of all regional planning commissions via the Vermont Association of Planning and Development Agencies (VAPDA) as part of a project led by Energy Futures Group. Contact Ann Janda at ajanda@ccrpcvt.org with questions.