Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report
A Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report sets out the minimum performance values for the insulation and glazing within a residential building.
Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report
What are Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report
A Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report sets out the minimum performance values for the insulation and glazing within a residential building. The Building Permit plans will be reviewed by an experienced sustainability consultant and, depending on the type of construction (E.g. concrete slab on ground, brick veneer walls etc), the report will specify the insulation and glazing required to satisfy Part 3.12 of the National Construction Code.
The Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report is a more simplistic assessment of a design than a 6 or 7 Star Energy Rating *insert hyperlink* and is well suited to renovation and additions projects.
Why and when do I need a 6 or 7 Star Energy Ratings
A Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report is required to be completed as part of the application for a Building Permit to be issued. As per the National Construction Code, a Building Permit cannot be issued until an assessment of the energy efficiency of the building has been undertaken.
What else can a Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report be called?
A Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report can be called a number of things such as:
Energy efficiency reports
DtS Energy Report
ESD report
How do I get a Deemed to Satisfy Energy Report completed
In all states except NSW, once the Building Permit drawings have been prepared and shared, the Green Rate Team will review and provide a detailed quotation. Once approved, the Green Rate Team will begin the assessment utilizing the following steps:
Why does getting a good quality Energy Rating matter
Obtaining a good quality energy rating it critical for ensuring appropriate insulation and glazing specifications are recommended. This can have significant ramifications for the feasibility of the proposed design and to ensure that there are no nasty surprises during the build. In addition to this, a good quality analysis can ensure a comfortable home year round which minimises the use of artificial heating and cooling.
The Green Rate Difference
The Green Rate Team take a ‘boots on the ground’ approach when assessing any development. Extensive industry experience combined with constantly researching new building practices, products and local regulations, we ensure that our assessments are not just written to pass Council review, but to be a useable, realistic and cost effective plan for building a sustainable development.
