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1 REEN OMES A CONSUMERS GUIDE New Residential Construction Go green. Live green. Stay green. City of San Juan Capistrano Public Works Department Environmental Division www.sanjuancapistrano.org

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A CONSUMERS GUIDE

New Residential Construction

Go green. Live green. Stay green.

City of San Juan Capistrano Public Works Department Environmental Division www.sanjuancapistrano.org

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How green are you?

What makes a green home? A green home incorporates smart design, technology, construction and maintenance elements to significantly lessen the negative impact of the home on the environment and improve the health of the people who live inside. No matter your location or living situation, the opportunities for living a greener life at home are limited only by imagination.

PALE PALE GREEN You are just getting started. You know there is much to learn and many things you can do. You simply have not had the time. But you are ready NOW!

GREENGREEN You have a green home you use green products both in your home and landscape.

MEDIUM MEDIUM GREEN You have implemented eco-friendly techniques and use environmentally safe products in your home. You know the impact your home has on the envi-ronment and you are ready to do more.

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How Green are You?

Do You Speak Green?

Energy Innovations— How Homes Become Green

Green Certifications & Ratings

Green New Home Builders

Green Action—Items for Your Home

Energy Star—What’s Behind the Logo

The Grass is Always Green - Gardening Tips

Energy Efficient Mortgages Can Save You Some Green

Water Saving Tips

Water Conservation using Greywater

Green is Not New

Green Resources

How to Build A Green Home

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California Solar Initiative

Program

Incentives are being provided to homes, businesses, and government/non-profit entities for qualifying photovoltaic (PV) systems that are connected to the utility grid.

Solar Water Heating Pilot

Program

As part of the California Solar Initiative, the Solar Water Heating Pilot Program provides incentives to businesses and homeowners who install qualifying solar water heating systems.

Fuel Alternatives

Program

Multifamily Affordable

Solar Housing Program

Tax-Exempt Customer Incentive Program

Self-Generation Incentive Program

MASH provides solar incentives on qualifying existing affordable housing multifamily dwellings. MASH provides two types of incentives known as Track 1 and Track 2.

TEC , p rov ides techn i ca l and administrative assistance plus generous financial incentives to help tax-exempt organizations implement energy efficiency measures.

Rebates of up to $5,000 are available for consumers who purchase or lease new eligible alternative fuel vehicles between May 24, 2007 and March 31, 2009 or until funding runs out.

Through the SGIP, the California Center for Sustainable Energy provides incentives for up to 5 megawatts (MW) of distributed generation equipment

MORE INFORMATION: http://energycenter.org/index.php/incentive-programs

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Builders are going “green”. You should too!

Green home building is on the rise and eco-conscious builders are designing and construction new homes that utilize GREEN practices and products. Most builders today already use energy efficient windows, doors, appliances and the newest insulation products. And now they are offering creative floor plans…..with a new concentration on smaller homes, which by their very nature can reduce consumer costs.

The City of San Juan Capistrano tries to lead by example as it tries to educate consumers about green building, sustainability, water conservation and recycling. During it’s own small remodel the City utilized low-VOC paint and installed motion sensor lighting in conference rooms and waterless urinals in the men’s restroom. A larger project was the City Hall Landscape and Irrigation Demonstration Project.

One of the first steps of the project was to replace the old irrigation system and install a more efficient one with Smartimer controllers which is a system that is a weather-based irrigation controller that adjusts daily based on local evapotranspiration conditions.

As a Low Impact Development (LID) project, an important component of the project was to incorporate infiltration features. One way to do that was to install two dry creek beds. Another infiltration feature involved replacing all the concrete sidewalks with over 900 square feet of rubberized brick sidewalks. The City of San Juan Capistrano is the first city in California to install rubberized brick.

Installing drivable grass was another great way to incorporate an infiltration feature. This permeable paving product allows storm water to filter through the product into the subsurface.

The existing lawn at City Hall was replaced almost entirely with native, drought tolerant plants and decomposed granite. The remaining grass was replaced with synthetic turf that does not require watering or mowing. A very small patch was replaced with the drivable grass which will require little water and low maintenance. All planters were covered at the end of the project with 3 inches of wood mulch. Some of the planter beds were covered with rubberized mulch.

Not only is this project a showcase for preventing urban runoff and promoting water conservation, it also promotes recycling. The rubberized bricks and mulch that use recycled tires are just a few examples of recycling. The City also incorporated benches and picnic tables made of recycled plastic and a footbridge made of the recycled plastic lumber TREX.

Another environmentally friendly feature in the project is a small water feature operated with a solar powered motor.

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Do you speak

GREEN?

Alternative Energy - Alternative energy refers to energy sources which are not based on the burning of fossil fuels or the splitting of atoms. Some alternatives incude: solar, wind power, geothermal, tides, and geothermal energy. Biodegradable - A material or substance which, when left exposed to nature, will decompose without harmful effects to the environment. Biofuel - Fuel (like methane) produced from renewable biological resources such as plant biomass and treated municipal and industrial waste. Biomass - Plant materials and animal waste used as a source of fuel. Building envelope - The entire perimeter of a building enclosed by its roof, walls and foundation. Properly designed, the envelop can minimize temperature gain or loss and moisture infiltration. Building Integrated Photovoltaic’s (BIPV) - Solar panels that have been integrated into the design of the building or structure. Clean Renewable energy Bonds (CREBs) - Created as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005. CREBs are “tax credit bonds” in which interest is paid for by the Federal Government in the form of tax credit. Construction Waste Management Plan (CWMP) - A plan that diverts construction debris from landfills through conscientious plans to recycle, salvage and reuse. Eco - Anything pertaining to the positive interaction between manmade processes and the delicate organic balance found in our environment. Eco Footpring—The total measurable effect that human related activities have had on the organic life in Earth’s environment. Eco-Friendly - Having minimal to no harmful or threatening impact on the natural environment.

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Environmentalism - a broad philosophy and social movement centered on a concern for the conservation and improvement of the environment. Energy Efficient - Products and systems that use less energy to perform as well or better than standard products. “Energy Star” Rating - The label given by the EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to appliances and products that exceed federal energy efficiency standards. This label helps consumers identify products that will save energy and money. Environmentally Friendly - A term that refers to the degree to which a product may harm the environment, including the biosphere, soil, water, and air. Geothermal - Utilizing the heat of earth’s interior. Green - A philosophy or crating eco-friendly products, using sustainable technologies that will not deplete our planet of its remaining resources. Green Architecture - Green Architecture is a term used to describe economical, energy-saving, environmentally-friendly, sustainable development. These resources explore the relationship between architecture and ecology. Green Building - is the practice of increasing the efficiency with which buildings use resources—energy, water, and materials—while reducing building impacts on human health and the environment, through better site placement, design, construction operation, maintenance, and removal—the complete building life cycle. Green Business - Green businesses operate in ways that solve, rather than cause, both environmental and social problems. These businesses adopt principles, policies, and practices that improve the quality of life for their customers, their employees, communities, and the environment. Green-e - The nation’s leading program that verifies and certifies renewable energy products that reduce the emissions contributing to global warming and air pollution. GreenGuard® - Established performance-based standards to define goods such as building materials, interior furnishings, furniture, cleaning and maintenance products, electonic equipment and personal care products with low chemical and particle emissions for use indoors. The standards establish certification procedures including test methods, allowable emissions levels, product sample collection and handling, testing type and frequency, and program application processes and acceptance. High Performance Green Building - These burildings include design features that conserve water and energy; use space, materials and resources efficiently; minimize construction waste; and create healthy indoor environmentsl.

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Hydroelcectricity - Comes from the damming of rivers and utilizing potential energy stored in the water. Inorganic - Being, or composed of matter other than plant or animal LEED® - The Leadership in Energy and enviromental Design (LEED) Buidling rating system sets industry standards for green building desgn. It is a program created by the U.S. Green Buidling Council. Life-Cycle Assessment - The comprehensive examination of products’s environmental and economic effects thorughout its lifetime, including raw material extraction, transportation, manufacturing, use and disposal. Life-Cycle Cost - The amortized annual cost of a product that includes first costs, but also extends to include installation, operating, maintenance and disposal costs over the product’s lifetime. Post-Consumer - A material or finished product that served its intended use as a consumer item. It may be recycled and incorpoated into building materials and identfied as containing post-comsumer recycled content or recovered material. Post-Consumer Waste - Waste produced by the end consumer, and following use is separated from other waste with the intent of recycling or re-use. Recycled - Manufactured from used or waste materials that have been reprocessed for further use. Renewable Energy - Energy that is generated from regenerative resources; or energy that cannot be exhausted, such as wind, water and sunlight. Smart Growth - An urban planning and transportation theory that concentrates growth in the center of a city to avoid urban sprawl; and advocates compact, transit-oriented, walkable, biycle-friendly land use, including neighborhood schools, complete streets, mixed-use development with a range of housing choices. Sustainable Material - Materials that are generated from resources that are managed in a way that they are, for all practical purposes, sustainable over an extended period of time (i.e., the resource is not depleted). USGBC, the U.S. Green Buidling Council - a nonprofit environmental organization with more than 14,000 member organizations dedicated to sustainability in building design and construction. Xeriscaping - The basic ideas of Xeriscaping are the use of efficient irrigation systems, low-water use plants, reducing turf grass, and creating water-wise garden designs.

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Oriented strand board (OSB) is an engineered wood product that does not

require large trees for its manufacture. It is resource efficient and enhances durability and issued to sheathe roofs and walls in 75% of new homes.

Tree preservation reduces landscaping and future energy costs and helps provide winter wind breaks or summer shade. Additional landscaping improves the

environment even more: one tree can filter 60 lbs. of pollutants from the air each year. New toilets have redesigned bowls and tanks that use less water, but function more efficiently than

first-generation low-flow models. Some use pumps for supplementary water pressure. Advanced shower and sink faucet aerators provide the same flow regardless of pressure to reduce water use and the energy required to heat it.

Recycled plastic lumber and wood composite materials reduce reliance on chemically treated lumber and durable hardwood for decks, porches, trim and fencing.

The energy efficiency of refrigerators and freezers has tripled over the last three decades because they have more insulation, advanced compressors, better door seals and more accurate temperature controls. Front-loading washers use about 40% less water and half the energy of conventional models. Energy Star®-rated appliances save an average of 30% over standard models.

Factory-built components including trusses and pre-hung doors allow more efficient use of raw materials, making the most out of every piece of lumber. These products eliminate the need to cut wood at the job site, further reducing waste.

In addition to natural wood, flooring choices include low-VOC (volatile organic compounds)carpets for better indoor air quality, laminates that successfully mimic scarce hardwood, and linoleum, a natural product making a design comeback.

Foundations should be as well insulated as the living space walls for efficient home energy use and enhanced comfort, particularly if the basement is used as a family room or bedroom.

Selecting more efficient, correctly sized heating, cooling and water-heating equipment saves money. Tankless water heaters provide hot water on demand at a preset temperature rather than storing it, which reduces or eliminates standby losses. Geothermal heat pumps work with the Earth’s renewable energy and can also heat water.

Covered entries at exterior doors help to prevent water intrusion, reducing maintenance and enhancing durability.

Xeriscaping, is using native plants, significantly reduces the need for watering, fertilizers and herbicides.

Incorporating passive solar design features like large, south-facing windows helps heat the home in the winter and allows for increased natural day lighting.

Increasing the amount of R-value of insulation is a cost-effective way to save energy and help reduce heating and cooling bills, which account for at least half of energy use in the home. Sprayed insulation made of foam, cellulose or wool is an alternative to traditional glass fiber batting.

Vinyl siding on exterior walls saves money on installation and maintenance; fiber-cement siding is termite– and water-resistant and warranted to last 50 years.

Energy-efficient windows incorporating advanced technologies like low-emittance (low-E) glass coatings, gas filler between layers, and composite framing materials keep heat inside in the winter and outside in summer.

More durable roof coverings such as steel and fiber cement reduce the frequency of roof replacement. Lighter colors absorb less heat, reducing cooling costs in warm climates. Now, solar roofing products integrate asphalt shingles, standing-seam metal roofing, and slate of concrete tiles.

ENERGY INOVATION How Homes Become GREEN

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There are nearly 50 regional and national green home labeling programs around the country. While each program approaches green building a little differently, each incorporates important elements such as:

♦ Energy-efficient construction techniques and products. ♦ Improved indoor environments through environmentally preferable materials and

building practices. ♦ Water-efficient products and processes. ♦ Renewable energy options, when feasible. ♦ Waste reduction and recycling during the construction process. ♦ Smart growth and sustainable land development practices.

CERTIFICATIONS & RATINGS Green Rating Guidelines & Labeling Programs

ENERGY STAR Ratings The label given by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to appliances and products that exceed federal energy efficiency standards. This label helps consumers identify products that will save energy and money. ENERGY STAR - labeled appliances often exceed the efficiency levels of other new products. www.energystar.gov

U.S. Green Building Council Program LEED-RESIDENTIAL Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LEED for Homes is a voluntary rating system that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes. A green home uses less energy, water and natural resources; creates less waste; and is healthier and more comfortable for the occupants. Benefits of a LEED home include lower energy and water bills; reduced greenhouse gas emissions; and less exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins. The net cost of owning a LEED home is comparable to that of owning a conventional home.

LEED Certification - Different LEED versions have varied scoring systems based on a set o f r e q u i r e d “prerequisites” and a variety of “credits” in the six major categories.

National Association of Home Builders Program NAHB Introduces Certified Green Professional Designation - A new professional designation program from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will soon provide home buyers with additional assurance that the builder or remodeler they’ve chosen is authentically “green”. Builders, remodelers, and other industry professionals must have at least two years of building industry experience and be involved in the construction of at least one home in the past 24 months to apply for the Certified Green Professional designation.

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NEW HOME BUILDERS

Cal-Earth calearth.org 760-244-0614

Drexel Design drexeldesign.com 323-654-0406

Hammershmidt Construction, Inc hammershmidtinc.com 650-948-4200

Talia Developments, Inc taliadevelopmentsinc.com 707-824-0832

Jeff King and Company jeffkingco.com 415-221-5012

Go Green to Get Green (G2 Squared) 323-8762551

Green by Design greenbydesign.com 415-381-6200

Drew Maran Construction, Inc. drewmaran.com 650-323-8541

Ecostruction ecostruction.com 831-427-1600

Centex Homes centexhomes.org 888-803-0293

Lennar Homes lennar.com 562-435-4164

Pardee Homes pardeehomes.com 858-794-2500

Pulte Homes pultehomes.com 949-727-3451

Richmond American Homes richmondamerican.com 818-341-8825

Shea Homes sheahomes.com 909-393-3022

Standard Pacific Homes standardpacifichomes.com 949-753-4500

William Lyon Homes lyonhomes.com 949-833-3600

K. Hovnanian khov.com 909-483-7320

This is just a sampling of some of the builders who build green homes in Orange County.

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Items for your Home SMALL TIPS BIG IMPACT

Making eco-friendly decisions doesn’t mean you have to change your entire lifestyle overnight. Think of changing habits gradually - making your home the first place you star. Begin with simple/easy solutions and gradually build more GREEN changes into your life and home, even small changes can have an enormous positive impact on the environment.

Change light bulbs from traditional incandescent to compact fluorescent light bulbs. It can trim 5% from your monthly electric bill.

Fill your bottle with filtered tap water - buy a reusable water bottle instead of plastic.

Shut your tap - When brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the faucet. If you brush two minutes and your faucet puts out the average three gallons per minute, you’ll save six gallons.

Paper or Plastic? Really neither! It is estimate that in the U.S. almost 30 billion plastic and 10 billion paper grocery bags are used each year, requiring approximately 14 million trees and 12 million barrels of oil. Keep a reusable bag handy for shopping trips.

Eliminate paper napkins and paper plates - Use cloth napkins and real plates, it’s more elegant anyway. Wash in cold water for bonus points.

Alternative energy. Contact your local utility company about alternative energy options for powering your home like wind power, landfill gas, biomass, and low-impact hydropower.

Unplug it - UN plug cords for cell phone chargers, microwaves, little used lamps and other appliances when not in use.

Another reason for a new TV - LCD flat panel TV uses as little as 1/3 of the electricity of conventional tube-based models.

Use low VOC Paints - choose a product low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

Buy in bulk - Cut down on excess packaging and trips to the store by buying either jumbo containers that hold more or from bins of loose flour, rice, etc.

Buy Local - Buying organic produce grown within 100 miles of your home will help reduce the amount of diesel fuel needed to ship food.

Turn down the thermostat - for every degree you lower it between 70 and 60, you’ll save about 5% on heating costs.

We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children. - Native American Proverb

Use recycled paper products - if every household in the U.S. replaced just one roll of virgin fiber paper towels with 100% recycled ones, it could save 544,000 trees.

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WHAT’S BEHIND THE LOGO?

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

Through it partnerships with more than 12,000 private and public sector organizations. ENERGY SAR delivers the technical information and tools that organizations and consumers need to choose energy-efficient solutions and best management practices.

Recently, energy prices have become a hot news topic and a major concern for consumers. ENERGY STAR provides a trustworthy label on over 50 product categories (and thousands of models) for the home and office. These products deliver the seam or better performance as comparable models while using less energy and saving money. ENERGY STAR also provides easy-to-use home and building assessment tools so that homeowners and building managers can start down the path to greater efficiency and cost savings.

Results are already adding up. Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved enough energy in 2007 alone to avoid greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 27 million cars - all while saving $16 billion on their utility bills. Features of ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes

To earn the ENERGY STAR, a home must meet guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These homes are at least 15% more energy efficient than home built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC), and include additional energy-saving features that typically make them 20-30% more efficient than standard homes.

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ENERGY STAR qualified homes can include a variety of ‘tried-and-true” energy efficient features that contribute to improved home quality and homeowner comfort and to lower energy demand and reduced air pollution. 1. Effective Insulation Properly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, reduced energy use, and increased comfort. 2. High-Performance Windows Energy-efficient windows employ advanced technologies, such as protective coatings and improved frames, to help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. These windows also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight. 3. Tight Construction and Ducts Sealing holes and cracks in the home’s “envelope” and in heating and cooling duct systems helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, and noise. 4. Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment In addition to using less energy to operate, energy-efficient heating and cooling systems can be quieter, reduce indoor humidity, and improve the overall comfort of the home 5. Efficient Products Qualified homes may also be equipped with ENERGY STAR qualified products - lighting fixtures, compact fluorescent bulbs, ventilation fans, and appliances, such as refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines. 6. Third-Party Verification With the help of independent Home Energy Raters, ENERGY STAR builder partners choose the most appropriate energy-saving features for their homes. Additionally, raters conduct on site testing and inspections to verify the energy efficiency measures, as well as insulation, air tightness, and duct sealing details.

This label identifies a home as having earned the ENERGY STAR.

And with home buyers increasingly interested in green building, energy efficiency is the place to start. That’s because the energy used in homes often comes from the burning of fossil fuels at power plants, which contributes to smog, acid rain, and risks of global warming. So, the less energy used, the less air pollution generated.

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ENERGY STAR - Benefits for Homeowners ADDED CONFIDENCE Home buying is complex enough without having to know all the details of energy-efficient construction. Instead, look for the government-backed ENERGY STAR label to easily identify homes that are truly energy efficient. Find the house of our drams and enjoy peace of mind knowing that it also meets strict energy efficiency guidelines. LOWER OWNERSHIP COST Compared with standard homes, ENERGY STAR qualified homes use substantially less energy for heating, cooling, and water heating - delivering $200 to $400 in annual savings. Over the average 7 to 8 years you may live in your home, this adds up to thousands of dollars saved on utility bills. Additional savings on maintenance can also be substantial. Financing your home purchase using an energy efficient mortgage can also lead to savings. BETTER PERFORMANCE Property installed energy efficient improvements deliver better protection against cold, heat, drafts, moisture, pollution, and noise. SMART INVESTMENT To date more than 5,000 home builders have partnered with EPA to construct more than 840,000 ENERGY STAR qualified homes. By the end of the decade, more than 2 million homes are expected to earn the ENERGY STAR. The trend is clear. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Did you know that your home can be a greater source of pollution than your car? In fact, 16 percent of U.S. greenhouse has emissions are generated from the energy used in houses nationwide. Energy used in our home often comes from burning of fossil fuels at power plants, which contributes to smog, acid rain, and global warming. Simply put, the less energy we use in our homes, the less air pollution we generate.

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The grass is always

Whenever we think of eco-friendly architecture, building and renovation, we often forget that our landscaping can have an enormous impact on how efficient and sustainable a home is in the long run. With the growing cultural emphasis on conservation and environmental awareness, “going green” is a term you often hear. Applying it to your landscape and gardens not only makes literal sense but can also give you a beautiful and harmonious addition to your home. Applying green principles to your outdoors is fundamentally about using sound gardening principles and the use of materials in their most natural form. The following is a list of ideas that will help you create an eco-friendly landscape that will complement green home design. Incorporating even a few of these tips will help you save energy and water, and also reduce environmental contamination. EQUIPMENT & LANDSCAPE ACCESSORIES Use Energy Efficient + Non-polluting Reel or Electric Lawn Mowers Although gas-powered mowers are coveted as a great time-saving device, there are alternatives that are cleaner, non-polluting and more energy efficient. Modern reel mowers are a great way to mow and get exercise at the same time. For larger lawns opt for a non-polluting electric mower. Solar Powered Landscaping Lights will help cut down Energy use Even though solar energy can still be expensive for a lot of homeowners, using a few solar powered landscaping lights can help to reduce your overall energy use. Always Compost! Composting occurs naturally in the great outdoors and is a process that keeps organic nutrients cycling from soil to plants and back to the soil. You can apply the same principles by composting organic waste from your home to return needed nutrients to the soil. Everything from fruit peels, to grass clipping and leaves are great materials to compost and mix into garden soil. The numerous benefits of Composting include: (1) Reducing the need for chemical fertilizers (2) Reducing municipal waste (3) Improving soil moisture retention, and (4) Boosting plants immune systems.

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GARDENING PRACTICES Organic Gardening Basics Organic gardening focuses on building up the soil, crating a natural balance, using native plants and plants appropriate for your garden. One easy way to start is to grow a small organic kitchen garden using your compost, adding only non chemical fertilizers. It is a great way to save money and live in a sustainable way. Mulch. Using a thick layer of organic mulch to cover your garden beds helps your garden retina water, prevent weeds from growing, and will contribute added nutrients to your soil. Mulch also cools the soil and encourages the presence of beneficial soil organisms like earthworms. Grass-recycle. When lawn trimmings or garden scraps are thrown away, the nutrients they contain are lost. When you leave the clippings on the lawn you not only provide ready-made organic mulch that will break down into fertilizer, buy you’ll also save time and energy in bagging them up. Additionally, you reduce stress on your local municipal landfills. Aerate the ground. Soil naturally compresses over time, which can make it difficult for roots to get established. In a balanced environment, worms and soil bacteria work to reduce soil compaction. PLANTS Use Native Plants in your landscaping. Native plants are adapted to your region, so they are naturally hardy, generally require less maintenance and water than exotic plants. They are also more resistant to pests and diseases than many exotics, reducing the need for pesticides. Additionally, native plants attract native wildlife and beneficial insects. The U.S. EPA’s Greenacres Program is a great place to look for information on using native plants. Introduce companion plants. In Nature you will rarely see fields taken over by a single plant. This is because different plants often work together and provide mutual benefits. For instance, garlic and roses - these two plants protect each other from different insects. And some plants act as sacrificial bait - the plant hyssop placed near cabbage will draw cabbage moths away. However keep in mind that insects are still a valuable part of a garden, you can encourage beneficial insects while discouraging harmful ones by creating balance in your garden.

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TREES AND YOUR ENVIRONMENT Trees are the master plant of the earth and the benefits of planting, saving and maintaining trees are essential to our ecosystem. They are not only beautiful but essentially they are the lungs of the planet, they breathe in carbon dioxide and breathe out oxygen. Mature trees can absorb roughly 48 pounds of C02 a year. The tree in turn releases enough oxygen to sustain two human beings. Trees reduce urban runoff and erosion by storing water and breaking the force of rain as it falls. The USDA reports that 100 mature trees can reduce runoff caused by rainfall by up to 100,000 gallons! Trees also absorb sound and reduce noise pollution; studies have shown that a well planted group of trees can reduce noise by up to 10 decibels. Additionally, trees shad asphalt and reduce what is known as the “Heat Island” effect. Trees help save energy. Planting trees can also help cool your home in the summer. According to The Arbor Day Foundation the overall effect of the shade created by planting a healthy tree is equivalent to 10 room-size air conditioners running 20 hours a day! In the winter, trees can act as windbreaks for your home and will help you save on heating costs. The Journal of Horticulture claims that saving on costs can reach as much as 25%.

Plant Deciduous Shad Trees to Reduce Energy Use Planting deciduous trees (trees that drop their leaves in the fall) can help cool your home and reduce your air conditioning costs during the summer. When these trees drlp their leaves, they also allow sunlight to warm a home or building during the winter. To help shad your home during the hottest months of the summer plant tall trees on the east and west-facing sides of your house. Plant Evergreen Trees to Block Cold Winter Winds Evergreen trees can create a natural windbreak to reduce cold winter winds. It’s common to plant trees for windbreaks on the north and west sides of a home. However, you will need to determine the dominant wind direction for you area and plant upwind.

Plant and maintain trees to increase your property values Mature trees add considerably to a homes value, in addition homes with trees are more attractive to both visitors and potential buyers.

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WATER Convert to drip irrigation systems Drop irrigation systems (micro-irrigation systems) deliver water directly to your plants with minimal waste. Use barrels to irrigate Rainwater is naturally soft water that is basically chemical-free. Using rainwater also reduces municipal storm water runoff and reduces your water bill. When to water Water in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid evaporation. Never water on windy days.

Using “Xeriscaping” in your landscape Xeriscaping has been mainly associated with the arid landscapes of the Southwestern U.S.; however its main concepts are applicable to all gardens and landscapes. They can be green, cool landscapes full of beautiful plants maintained with water-efficient practices. The basic ideas of Xeriscaping are the use of efficient irrigation systems, low-water use plants, reducing turf grass, and creating water-wise garden designs. Advantages include:

• Lower water bills; Xeriscaping landscaping incorporates seven basic principles which lead to saving water - Planning and design, Soil analysis, Practical turf areas, Appropriate plant selection, Efficient irrigation, Use of mulches, Appropriate maintenance.

• Less time and work needed for maintenance, making gardening more simple and stress-free.

• Little or no lawn mowing (saves energy).

• Xeriscape plants along with proper bed design tends to take full advantage of rainfall.

• When water restrictions are implemented, Xeriscape plants will tend to survive, while more traditional plants may be unable to adapt.

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Energy Efficient Mortgages Can Save You Some Green Did you know that you can save money by making your home energy-efficient? If you don’t have the money to finance the necessary renovations, many lenders are now offering Energy-Efficient Mortgages (EEMs)to conservation-minded homeowners. These are specialized mortgages designed to help homeowners renovate and upgrade their homes for the express purpose of saving money by making the property more energy efficient. Inquire at your local bank or mortgage broker about this very innovative home loan program. In order to qualify for an EEM, your house must be rated for its energy usage. This energy rating evaluates the entire structure of the property, assessing the amount of energy used based upon the amount and type of insulation that the home has, the type of windows that are installed, even the kinds of appliances that are being used. It also takes into account the kind of quality of major energy-using components such as cooling the heating systems. The better the quality of the structure and the less amount of air leakage in the ducts, the better the energy rating the house will receive.

There are several ratings that can be given for energy usage; be sure to ask you r lender which one they require. One very common rating is the Home Energy Rating System (HERS). The person who performs the rating is either a certified rater or an energy auditor who gathers information from the property and inputs it into a computer program, which generates a report. This report is used to rate the house and give it a score from 1-100. not only does this report assess the current energy usage of the house, it also provides suggestions on ways to improve the energy efficiency of the home. It will even detail the estimated costs, savings, and break-even points for each improvement. To be eligible for the EEM, the proposed improvement must be cost-effective; in other words, the monthly savings realized from property’s utility bills must be greater than the added monthly cost of the energy-efficient mortgage. Total savings must also be greater than the project’s total costs. The actual loan process for an EEM is basically the same as that of a regular mortgage, along with the additional paperwork to determine the house’s rating eligibility. A facilitator can be used to make the unfamiliar areas run more smoothly for both the borrower as well as the lender. Once funded, the homeowner has between 90 and 180 days to complete the renovations. The loan amount, usually about 150% of the total cost of the improvements, is placed into an escrow account by the lender. As the contracting company completes the project, money is release to pay them. The Energy-Efficient Mortgage is a great way to renovate and modernize your home, while at the same time conserving much-needed power resources. In addition to that, you also reap the reward of lower utility costs each and every month, for as long as you won the home. Over the years those savings can become quite substantial, even helping you along the way toward your financial goals

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WATER SAVING TIPS California’s main water sources have been severely impacted by record dry conditions. And we are already using our reserves to supply every day water. Our water situation is serious. Here are few tips to save water in your home.

INDOOR What you can do How much you can save

Turn off water when you brush your teeth 3 gallons per day

Shorten you showers by 2 minutes 5 gallons per day

Fix leaky faucets 20 gallons per day

Wash only full loads of laundry 15-50 gallons per day

OUTDOOR What you can do How much you can save

Water your yard only before 8am to reduce evaporation and interference from wind 25 gallons per day

Install smart sprinkler controller 40 gallons per day

Use a broom instead of hose to clean driveways and sidewalks 150 gallons each time

Check your sprinkler system for leaks, overspray, and broken sprinkler heads. 500 gallons per month

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WATER CONSERVATION USING GREYWATER

What’s in Greywater?

Source: Adapted from Small Flows Quarterly, Winter 2001, Volume 2, Number 1 Did You Know…………….?

Why Conserve Water? Conserving our water resources is import in times of normal rainfall, but even more so during periods extended drought, like we are experiencing now. Our ground water and surface water supplies are being emptied faster than they can be refilled with rain and snowmelt. By using water wisely, you can help to ensure that there will be enough water for everyone in the future.

If handled carefully greywater can be used in place of fresh water in subsurface irrigation systems. However, using less water in the first place is cheaper, easier, and safer than installing a greywater system for irrigating your landscape, and….it’s something everyone can do!

What is Greywater? Greywater is wastewater from bathtubs, showers, bathroom sinks, washing machines, dishwashers and kitchen sinks: any source in your home other than toilets.

It’s important to understand that greywater can contain harmful bacteria, viruses, and chemicals that pose a risk to public health and the environment if mishandled.

Greywater Source Characteristics*

Clothes Washer……….. Bacteria, bleach, foam, high pH, hot water, nitrates, oil and grease, salinity, soaps, sodium and suspended solids

Bathtub and Shower... Bacteria, hair, hot water, odor, oil and grease, soaps, and suspended solids

Sinks……………………... Bacteria, food particles, hot water, odor, oil and grease, organic matter, soaps, high pH and sodium (from dishwasher), and suspended solids

* These characteristics make it necessary to handle greywater carefully.

• Greywater makes up the largest portion of wastewater from your home...up to 40 gallons per person each day.

• Greywater systems must irrigate below the ground surface by using a drainfield or suitable drip irrigation system to reduce health risks.

• Grey water systems are usually cheaper and easier to install during construction of a new home. Re-plumbing an existing building can be expensive and may be impractical

Subsurface irrigation with greywater offers a way to conserve water. however, greywater may not meet all of your landscape irrigation needs all year round.

• Some times of the year, your plants may need more water than can be supplied by greywater irrigation….other times of the year, your home may generate more greywater than your plants can use.

• Some chemicals in greywater can be harmful to plants. (For information about suitable plants for greywater, please see Greywater Plant Choices at: www.doh .wa .gov /ehp/ t s /ww/g reywa te r /g reywa te r -5.htm#plantchoices.)

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How can using greywater for irrigation help me conserve water? • Greywater collected from sinks, tubs, showers, and clothes washing can be used in place of fresh water to irrigate trees, shrubs and flowers.

• Sub-surface irrigation can place this water source where your landscape plants need it...at the root zone.

How do I safely install and use a greywater irrigation system?

Contact your county health agency for: • Wastewater Treatment System permits (greywater is wastewater),

• Design requirements, • A list of qualified designers and installers.

Develop a design that matches your specific needs and options for greywater use. The

design will depend on: • The source and characteristics of the

greywater, • The physical characteristics of the site, • Local code requirements, • How, when, and where the greywater will be

used. Apply greywater safely by: • Irrigating with greywater below the surface of the ground,

• Irrigating ornamental landscapes such as shrubs, tree, and flowers,

• Regularly checking your greywater system to be sure it is functioning properly.

What else can I do to conserve water? • Install low-flow water fixtures and water

efficient appliances.

• Repair leaky plumbing fixtures.

• Take shorter showers.

• Choose landscaping that does not require large amounts of water.

• Water landscape before 10AM or after 7PM.

Where can I find more information? • Water Conservation information is available on

t h e c i t y ’ s w e b s i t e a t www.sanjuancapistrano.org or at a number of other websites like www.bewaterwise.com.

• The National Small Flows Clearinghouse provides information on small community and individual on-site sewage systems at www.nsfc.wvu.edu.

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For your safety and the safety of others………..

DO NOT drink greywater or apply it on anything that may be eaten, including root crops like potatoes or carrots.

DO NOT water lawns with greywater using a sprinkler, or use greywater to wash patios, walkways or driveways.

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Though the modern environmental movement arose during the Industrial Revolution, a concern for the environmental protection has recurred in diverse forms, in different parts of the world, throughout history. 8th to 13th Century 8th to 13th century - Middle East, The Islamic Golden Age - the earliest known writings concerned with environmental pollution were Arabic medical treatises written during the “Arab Agricultural Revolution”. 1272 (13th century England) - King Edward 1 of England banned the burning of sea-coal by proclamation of London in 1272, after its smoke had become a problem. 18th and 19th Century 1739 - United States - In the United States, the beginnings of an environmental movement can be traced as far back as 1739, when Benjamin Franklin and other Philadelphia residents, citing “public rights,” petitioned the Pennsylvania Assembly to stop waste dumping and remove tanneries from Philadelphia’s commercial district. 1800’s - The US movement expanded in the 1800s, out of concerns for protecting the natural resources of the West, with individuals such as John Muir and Henry David Thoreau making key philosophical contributions. Thoreau was interested in a simple life. Muir came to believe in nature’s inherent right, especially after spending time hiking in Yosemite Valley and studying both the ecology and geology. He successfully lobbied congress to form Yosemite National Park and went on to set up the Sierra Club. The conservationist principles as well as the belief in an inherent right of nature were to become the bedrock of modern environmentalism.

Is Not New

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Late 18th & early 19th century, Industrial Revolution was a period in the late 18th and early 19th centuries when major changes in agriculture, manufacturing, production, and transportation had a profound effect on the socioeconomic and cultural conditions in Britain. The changes subsequently spread throughout Europe, North America, and eventually the world. The onset of the Industrial Revolution marked a major turning point in human society; almost every aspect of daily life was eventually influenced in some way. In Europe, it was the industrial Revolution that gave rise to modern environmental pollution as it is generally understood today. The emergence of great factories and consumption of immense quantities of coal and other fossil fuels gave rise to unprecedented air pollution and the large volume of industrial chemical discharges added to the growing load of untreated human waste. 1863 - The first large-scale, modern environmental laws came in the form of the British Alkali Acts, passed in 1863, to regulate the deleterious air pollution (gaseous Hydrochloric acid) given off by the Leblanc process, used to produce soda ash. Environmentalism grew out of the amenity movement, which was a reaction to industrialization, the growth of cities, and worsening air and water pollution. 20th century, environmental ideas continued to grow in popularity and recognition. Efforts were starting to be made to save some wildlife, particularly the American Bison. The death of the last Passenger Pigeon as well as the endangerment of the American Bison helped to focus the minds of conservationists and popularize their concerns. 1916 - The National Park Service was founded by President Woodrow Wilson. 1940’s, 50’s, 60’s 1949 - A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold was published. It explained Leopold’s belief that humankind should have more respect for the environment and that it is unethical to harm it. The book is sometimes called the most influential book on conservations 1952 - Europe/England - Air pollution would continue to be a problem, especially later during the industrial revolution, and extending into the recent past with the Great Smog of 1952. 1962, Silent Spring by American biologist Rachel Carson. The book cataloged the environmental impacts of the indiscriminate spraying of DDT in the US and questioned the logic of releasing large amounts of chemicals into the environment without fully understanding their effects on ecology or human health.

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1970’s 1970 - United State Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created In the 1970s, the Chipko movement was formed in India; influenced by Mahatma Gandhi, they set up peaceful resistance to deforestation by literally hugging trees (leading to the term “tree huggers). Their peaceful methods of protest and slogan “ecology is permanent economy” were very influential. By the mid-1970s, many felt that people were on the edge of environmental catastrophe. The Back-to-the-Land started to form and ideas of environmental ethics joined with anti-Vietnam War sentiments and other political issues. These individuals lived outside normal society and started to take on some of the more radical environmental theories such as deep ecology. New pressure groups formed, notably Greenpeace and Friends of the Earth. 1973 - Around this time more mainstream environmentalism was starting to show force with the signing of the Endangered Species Act in 1973 and the formation of CITES in 1975. 1979 - James Lovelock, a former NASA scientist, published Gaia: A New Look at Life on Earth, which put forth the Gaia Hypothesis; it proposes that life on Earth cab be understood as a single organism. 1980’s ON Environmentalism has also changed to deal with new issues such as global warming and genetic engineering. The Environmental Movement (a term that sometimes includes the conservation and green movements) is a diverse scientific, social, and political movement. In general terms, environmentalists advocate the sustainable management of resources, and the protection (and restoration, when necessary) of the natural environment through changes in public policy and individual behavior.

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ZER WASTE You Make It Happen

Association/Organization Air Condition & Refrigeration Institute ............................................................. ari.org American Concrete Institute .................................................................. concrete.org American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) ......................... aceee.org American Forests ...................................................................................... amfor.org American Home Appliance Manufacturers ....................................................aham.org American Institute of Architecture Committee on the Envrironment (COTE) ....... aia.org American Planning Association ............................................................... planning.org American Solar Energy Society..................................................................... ases.org Construction Materials Recycling Association ........................................cdrecycling.org Ecological Design Institute................................................................... ecodesign.org Energy Audit ......................................................................................bgehome.com Energy Star .......................................................................................energystar.gov Federal Greening Toolkit ......................................................................... p2pays.org Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association................................................gamanet.org Global Green USA .............................................................................globalgreen.org Health House Institute (HHI) ............................................. healthyhouseinstitute.com National Association of Homebuilders .................................................. nahbgreen.org National Insulation Institute..................................................................insulation.org Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)..................................................... seia.org Solar Living Institute ........................................................................... solarliving.org Sustainable Energy Coalition.........................................sustainableenergycoalition.org US Green Building Council ......................................................................... usgbc.org World Green Building Council................................................................ worldgbc.org

REEN RESOURCES

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Media Resources Building Design + Construction......................................................... bdcnetwork.com Eco-Structure.................................................................................ecostructure.com Eco-Home Magazine ..............................................................ecohomemagazine.com Environmental Building News ........................................................ buildinggreen.com Environmental News Network...................................................................... enn.com Green@work........................................................................... greenatworkmag.com GreenBiz.com.......................................................................................greenbiz.com Green Building Articles........................................................greenbuildingarticles.com HGTV Green Building pages ...................................................................hgtvpro.com Journal of Green Building.......................................... collegepublishing.us/journal.htm Residential Resources 16 Ways to Green Your Home ................... usgbc.org/showfile.aspx?documentid=2121 Green Building Materials ..................................................................green2green.org Green Home Bulding ............................................................ greenhomebuilding.com Green Home Resources .............................................................greenhomeguide.org Consumers Guide to Energy Efficiency ....apps1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/your_home Fine Homebuilding................................................................... finehomebuilding.com Green Building Advisor.................................................................. buildinggreen.com Health House .................................................................................. healthhouse.org Ratings of Green Materials ................................................................ rateitgreen.com Miscellaneous Resources Department of Housing and Urban Development ........................................... hud.gov Green Home Products.................................................................lowimpactliving.com Green Your Home............................................................................ greenhome.com Green Your Life........................................................................... thegreenguide.com Tax Incentives ..................................................................energy.gov/taxbreaks.htm

This is just a small sampling of all the green resources available on the internet.

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HOW TO BUILD A GREEN HOME

The San Juan Capistrano Green Home Program has developed criteria for

building or remodeling homes to become “Green Certified.” The following

chart defines the items to consider when building a home. To qualify as a

Green Home, the home must score at least 50 points and include the eight

required items (see asterisked items in the scoring chart).

50 POINTS = SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

GREEN HOME

60 POINTS = SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO

GREEN HOME PLUS

75 POINTS = SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GREEN HOME PREMIUM

Applicant:_________________________________ Property Owner:______________________________ Address:__________________________________ Address:____________________________________ _________________________________________ __________________________________________ Phone No.:________________________________ Phone No.:__________________________________ E-mail:___________________________________ E-mail:_____________________________________ Contact:__________________________________ Contact:____________________________________

Plan Check #:______________________________ Date:______________________________________ Project Address(es):____________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________ Tract No.: _______________ Lot No.:__________

San Juan Capistrano Green Building Program

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GREEN HOMES PROGRAM Applicant___________________________ Plan Check #________________________

Available Points

Earned Points

1. SITE & LANDSCAPE 12+

*1.a Recycle Construction & Demolition Waste - 50% waste diversion 1

1.b Recycle Construction & Demolition Waste - 51%-75% waste diversion 1

1.c Recycle Construction & Demolition Waste - > 76% waste diversion 1

1.d Install Drought Tolerant Landscape - 1 pt for each 25% of plants that are drought tolerant 4

1.e Minimize Turf Areas to Less than 25% of Landscaped Area 1

*1.f Install low-flow drip Irrigation Systems and/or Low flow 1

*1.g Use Reclaimed Water for Public and Common Area Landscape 1

1.h Install Irrigation Controllers that are Based on Weather Signal or Moisture-Sensor 1

1.i Treat Stormwater Using Natural Treatment Systems 1

1.j Other TBD

2. FOUNDATION, FRAME, AND ROOFING 8+

2.a Incorporate a Minimum of 20% Fly Ash or Slag Cement in Concrete 1

2.b Use Engineered Lumber for Beams and Headers Larger than 4x6 1

2.c Use Engineered Lumber for I-Joists and Web Trusses 1

2.d Use Engineered Lumber-Sheathing (Oriented Strand Board) 1

2.e Use Roof Products certified by Energy Star or the Cool Roof Rating Council 1

2.f Use Roofing Materials with 40 year Warranty, or greater 1

2.g Use Steel Studs or at least 25% of Wood Studs are FSC Certified Lumber 2

2.h Other TBD

3. PLUMBING 9+

3.a Insulate All Domestic Hot Water Pipes 2

3.b Install On-Demand (Tankless) Hot Water Heaters 3

3.c Install Low Flow Showerheads (<2.5 gpm) 1

3.d Install Water Efficient Kitchen & Bath Faucets (>2.5 gpm) 1

3.e Install Water Efficcient Toilets (Dual-flush or <1.3 gpf) 2

3.f Other TBD

4. LIGHTING & APPLIANCES 6+

4.a Install Pin Type Compact Fluorescent Lamps for all Hardwired Fixtures 1

4.b Install Timer or Photo-sensor Controls for all Exterior Lighting 1

*4.c Install Energy Star Dishwashers 1

4.d Showcase in Model and Offer or Install Energy Star Clothes Washing Machines 1

4.e Showcase in Model and Offer or Install Energy Star Refrigerator 1

4.f Showcase in Model and Offer or Install Energy Star Air Conditioner 1

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Available Points

Earned Points

4.g Other TBD

5. HVAC 8+

5.a Test all Ductwork for Leakage 1

5.b Install at least Two Energy Star Ceiling Fans in each Home 1

5.c Protect South Facing Windows with Trees, Awnings, Eaves, or Overhangs 1

5.d Install HVAC Systems with Non-HCFC Refrigerants 1

5.e Install High Efficiency HVAC Filters (MERV 6 or higher) 1

5.f Vent Range Hoods to the Outside 1

5.g Install Carbon Monoxide Alarms in each Home 1

5.h Install Energy Star Bathroom Fans with Humidity Sensor or Timer Control 1

5.I Other TBD

6. ENERGY PERFORMANCE 28+

6.a Exceed Title 24 by at least 5% - 10 pts total 10

6.b Exeed Title 24 by more than 5% - 1 point for each additional % beyond T-24 up to 20% 15

6.c Achieve Energy Star Home Certification 3

6.d Other TBD

7. RENEWABLE ENERGY 10+

*7.a Provide Pre-Approved Photovoltaic System Attachment Detail 1

*7.b Install Conduit to the Roof for Photovoltaic System in each Home 1

7.c Install Solar Water Heating Systems in each Home 2

7.d Install Photovoltaic (PV) Panels: 3 points for each 1 KW per Home 3

7.e Other TBD

8. INDOOR AIR QUALITY 9+

*8.a Use Low VOC Interior Paints: (< = 50 g/l flat; < = 150 g/l non-flat) 1

8.b Showcase in Model and Offer Zero VOC Interior Paints: (< = 0.5 g/l) 1

8.c Use Low VOC Water-Based Wood Finishes (< = 50 gpl) 1

8.d Use Low VOC Construction Adhesives (> = 50 gpl) 1

8.e Use Composite Wood Products With No Urea Formaldehyde for Subflooring 1

8.f Seal All Exposed Edges of Particle Board 1

8.g Use Only Formaldehyde-Free Wood Products for Cabinets, Shelving and Interior Trim 1

8.h Showcase in Model and Offer or Install CRI Green Label Certified Carpet 1

8.i Use Only Formaldehyde Free Insulation 1

8.j Other TBD

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GREEN HOMES PROGRAM Applicant___________________________ Plan Check #________________________

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Available Points

Earned Points

9. RESOURCE EFFICIENT MATERIALS 6+

9.a Showcase in Model and Offer or Install Carpet with 25% or Greater Recycled-Content 1

9.b Showcase in Model and Offer or Install “Green” Flooring Options: FSC Certified Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Natural Linoleum, Bamboo, or Cork (1 pt/100 sf)

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9.c Use Recycled Plastic Materials for Exterior Decking 1

9.d Other TBD

10. EDUCATION AND AWARENESS 4+

10.a Builder participation in marketing and educational campaign to include a homeowner’s manual which describes the green building and energy efficiency measures incorporated into the home, and provides guidelines on how to maintain and optimize the green performance of the home.

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10.b Other TBD

GRAND TOTAL POINTS 100+

* These items are minimum qualifying measures required to participate in the San Juan Capistrano Green Homes Program