2021 Commercial Energy Code
For Commercial new construction and addition permits filed prior to May 12, 2023:
You must provide the Dallas Energy Code Compliance Certificate at the end of the project. The Third-Party Energy Code Provider has two methods with which to submit the form:
; or,
- Upload the form to https://developdallas.dallascityhall.com/. (Note: Third-Party Energy Code Providers must first be registered.)
For Commercial new construction, addition, and first time finish-out permit applications filed on or after May 12, 2023:
- Provide the new Dallas Commercial Energy Compliance Path Form, signed by a registered third-party energy provider, with the application of a building permit for new commercial construction, additions, and first time tenant finish-outs to existing commercial structures.
- A compliance path form is not required to be submitted with the application for remodel permits. However, a compliance certificate is required at the end of the project.
- City of Dallas staff will sign off on the "Energy" process (energy forms must be approved and on file) before the building final inspection may be approved.
- For projects applying for Temporary Certificates of Occupany (TCO), the third-party energy provider must submit the Dallas Commercial Energy Compliance Certificate with the TCO portion checked.
- The Third-Party Energy Code Provider has two options with which to submit the form:
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