GB0.3: EarthCraft Construction

Requirement

Purpose

Promote energy, water and material resource efficiency by promoting green residential structures.

Criteria

Either construct and certify with a single EarthCraft builder.

OR

Require through builder agreements, or other controlling documents, EarthCraft certification for 100% of single family and multifamily construction in the Community, including all non-historic renovations and any community building.

Clarification

Single family homes with attached or detached structures that are intended to be habitable must also be EarthCraft certified. E.g., a carriage house or in-law suite. Additional guidance may be found in the EarthCraft House Manual.

Verification 

• Copy of the section of builder agreements specifying the requirement to certify EarthCraft. This section can take the form of an addendum to lot purchase contracts. 
• The list of EarthCraft builders contracted for the development.