Space Type Eligibility
For Revision 8 and earlier, single family homes, attached (duplexes and townhouses) and detached and multifamily buildings up to five stories in height.
For Revision 9.0, multifamily buildings of any height.
Program Requirements
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 07
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 07, for California
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 08
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 08, for California
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes PV Ready Checklist (for use with Revisions 8 and earlier)
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 9.0 National Program Requirements
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 9.0 National Rater Checklist
DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes, Version 1, Revision 9.0 PV-Ready Checklist
The ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction Workbook with ZERH Addenda includes ZERH Version 1, Revision 9.0. The workbook is available for download on the ENERGY STAR website, located under "Supporting Documents," and is titled "Multifamily Workbook (EXCEL, 2,6MB)."
Interpretations, Waivers, and Policies that Apply to Version 1
The following policies for Version 1 may be considered for projects meeting the conditions of the policy. Unless noted otherwise these policies apply only to Version 1 and do not apply to other versions of the program. The policies listed below are the only policies currently available.