New construction · Malibu
How do Title 24 and CALGreen affect new construction in Malibu?
Malibu is in California Energy Code Climate Zone 8. Title 24 sets the envelope, HVAC, and renewable requirements; CALGreen sets the green-building baseline. Both are enforced by City of Malibu Building Safety at plan check and inspection.
What changes the answer in Malibu.
Climate Zone 8. Standard Title 24 Part 6 with PV; coastal salt-air drives spec on flashings, fasteners, and HVAC equipment. CALGreen Part 11 applies.
- Climate Zone 8 compliance pathway
- Climate Zone 8. Standard Title 24 Part 6 with PV; coastal salt-air drives spec on flashings, fasteners, and HVAC equipment.
- CALGreen Part 11 applies.
- Excellent solar resource; battery storage standard given PSPS frequency.
Source-backed note
Title 24 Part 6 (energy) and CALGreen are state-mandated baselines; local ordinances frequently add reach-code amendments such as all-electric requirements.
Reference: California Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) — California Energy Commission
Local authority: City of Malibu Building Safety
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