ORD NO 30-1994 CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS
1994 ARKANSAS ENERGY CODE
ORDINANCE NO 0 -1994
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DESIGN OF NEW BUILDINGS AND
STRUCTURES OR PORTIONS THEREOF AND ADDITIONS TO EXISITING BUILDINGS THAT PROVIDE
FACILITIES OR SHELTER FOR PUBLIC ASSEMBLY, EDUCATION, BUSINESS, MERCANTILE, INSTITUTIONAL,
STORAGE, AND RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCIES, AS WELL AS THOSE PORTIONS OF FACTORY AND INDUSTRIAL
OCCUPANCIES DESIGNED PRIMARILY FOR HUMAN OCCUPANCY BY REGULATING THEIR EXTERIOR ENVELOPES
AND THE SELECTION OF THEIR HVAC, SERVICE WATER HEATING, ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION AND
ILLUMINATING SYSTEMS, AND EQUIPMENT FOR EFFECTIVE USE OF ENERGY.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: ADOPTION OF ENERGY CODE.
There is hereby adopted by the City Council of the City of Van Buren, Arkansas, for
the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for energy efficient standards for new
building construction, this code known as the 1994 Arkansas Energy Code, being
particularly the 1994 edition thereof and the whole thereof, save and except such port-
ions as are hereinafter deleted, modified, or amended, of which not less than three (3)
copies have been and now are filed in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Van
Buren, Arkansas, and the same are hereby adopted and incorporated as fully as if set out
at length herein, and from the date on which this Ordinance shall take effect, the
provisions thereof shall be controlling in the construction of all buildings and
structures therein contained within the corporate limits of the City of Van Buren,
Arkansas.
SECTION 2. INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES REPEALED.
Ordinances or parts thereof in force at the time that this Ordinance shall take
effect and inconsistent herewith, are hereby repealed.
SECTION 3: EMERGENCY CLAUSE.
Whereas it is of the utmost urgency that the City of Van Buren, Arkansas, have an
up -to -date Energy Code to protect the citizens of our city, therefore, an Emergency is
hereby declared to exist and this Ordinance being necessary for the immediate protection
of the public shall take effect immediately on its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 21ST DAY OF NOVEMBER ,19 94
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October 11, 1994
The Honorable Allen Toothaker
Mayor, City of Van Buren
Post Office Box 668
Van Buren, Arkansas 72956
Dear Mayor Toothaker:
In compliance with federal law (Energy Policy Act of 1992), the
Arkansas Energy Office has conducted an assessment of existing
building energy standards for new residential and commercial
buildings. As a result of this public review, the existing 1979
standards have been upgraded to 1994 levels (1994 Arkansas Energy
Code). Because the improved standards will help lower utility
bills, it is expected that the improved code will ensure new
homes and commercial buildings are more affordable, comfortable,
and cost effective for owners and tenants.
Effective October 1, 1994, home builders and building
professionals responsible for observance of building codes will
be required to comply with the 1994 Energy Code. Enforcement
will rely upon a voluntary system of self- certification by the
builder. Each builder will be required to place a signed
certification seal on the inside of the building to identify that
he or she has net the provisions of the 1994 Arkansas Energy
Code. The adhesive seal must be placed on the heating or cooling
equipment cabinet, or the electrical service panel, where it is
readily visible to the building occupant and inspectors.
Enforcement will begin February 1, 1995 so that builders and
local jurisdictions will have time to adjust to the new
regulations. The Arkansas Energy Office will provide code
training and implementation support during this time period.
Several years ago, our office surveyed local code officials. The
results of the survey indicated that they wanted updated state
building energy standards, more and better training, and improved
communications between state and local offices. Along with the
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new energy standards, our office will be offering four training
workshops around the state that will be open to all local energy
code officials. We have also set up a toll free telephone number
(1 -800- 558- CODE(2633) to assist builders and code officials
outside the Little Rock area in code compliance. Builders and
code officials in the Little Rock area may reach the Energy
Office by calling 682 -6235.
An information sheet is enclosed that identifies dates and
locations of the training workshops, objectives of the code, and
the toll free number to call for your questions. Also enclosed
is a sample ordinance to facilitate adoption of the code to
replace your current ordinance governing energy efficiency in new
construction. Adoption of this ordinance is voluntary, but is
encouraged so that homebuyers in your city can be assured that
minimum energy efficiency standards are being met.
A copy of the 1994 Arkansas Rules and Regulations for Energy
Efficiency Standards for New Building Construction and an
instructional packet will be mailed to you in the next few weeks.
Our office staff appreciates the opportunity to assist you in
your efforts to enhance your community and look forward to
working with you to build a better Arkansas.
Sincerely,
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Morris Jen .p9 s
Director of Energy Programs
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voluntary system of self certification by the builder. Each builder will be required to The Arkansas Energy Office will sponsor
place a sig certification seal on the inside of the building to identify that the and conduct a series of workshops around:'
provisions of the 1994 Arkansas Energy Code have been met. The adhesive seal the state to help accomplish the transiuon r
must be placed on the heating or cooling equipment cabinet, or the electrical service from the 1979 to the 1994 standards
panel, where it is readily visible to the building occupant and inspectors. Following is a list of dates and locations
Enforcement will begin February 1, 1995, so builders and local jurisdictions will have for the workshops:
dine to adjust to the new regulations. The Arkansas Energy Office staff will provide
four workshops around the state for code training and implementation during this
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time period. Note the schedule provided for the locations nearest you. Please mark Thursday, December 1. 1994
ccur calendar for this very important raining. Additionally, our office has set up a 9 to 11 a.m.
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officials outside of the Lu Rock area in code compliance. Individuals in the Little Springdale Holiday Ina".
Rcck area may reach the Energy Office at 682 -6235. 1500 S. 48th Street
(501):751 -8300
A copy of the 1994 Arkansas Rules and Regulations for Energy Efficient Standards
for New Building Construction and an instructional packet will be mailed to you in RAL
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1994 ARKANSAS ENERGY CODE Sample Ordinance
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DESIGN OF NEW BUILDINGS
AND STRUCTURES OR PORTIONS THEREOF AND ADDITIONS TO EXISTING BUILDINGS THAT
PROVIDE FACILITIES OR SHELTER FOR PUBLIC ASSEMBLY, EDUCATION, BUSINESS,
MERCANTILE, INSTITUTIONAL, STORAGE, AND RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCIES, AS WELL AS
THOSE PORTIONS OF FACTORY AND INDUSTRIAL OCCUPANCIES DESIGNED PRIMARILY FOR
HUMAN OCCUPANCY BY REGULATING THEIR EXTERIOR ENVELOPES AND THE SELECTION OF
THEIR HVAC, SERVICE WATER HEATING, ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION AND ILLUMINATING
SYSTEMS, AND EQUIPMENT FOR EFFECTIVE USE OF ENERGY.
Be in enacted by the City Council of
Arkansas,
Section 1. ADOPTION OF ENERGY CODE.
There is hereby adopted by the City Council of
Arkansas, for the purpose of establishing rules and regulations for energy
efficient standards for new building construction, this code known as the 1994
Arkansas Energy Code, being particularly the 1994 edition thereof and the
whole thereof, save and except such portions as are hereinafter deleted,
modified, or amended, of which not less than three (3) copies have been and
now are filed in the office of the Clerk or Recorder of the City
of Arkansas, and the same are hereby adopted and
incorporated as fully as if set out at length herein; and from the date on
which this ordinance shall take effect, the provisions thereof shall be
controlling in the construction of all buildings and structures therein
contained within the corporate limits of the City of
Arkansas.
Section 2. INCONSISTENT ORDINANCES REPEALED.
Ordinances or parts thereof in force at the time that this ordinance
shall take effect and inconsistent herewith, are hereby repealed.
Section 3. EMERGENCY CLAUSE.
Whereas it is of the utmost urgency that the city of
Arkansas, have an up -to -date Energy Code to protect the
citizens of our city, therefore, an Emergency is hereby declared to exist and
this ordinance being necessary for the immediate protection of the public
shall take effect immediately on its passage and approval.
Signed: 4 I 6.- G� a 4 7 1
Mayor
Attest:
City Clerk or Recorder
(SEAL)
Date Passed:
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