D.C. Code § 42-2805 – Net zero energy requirements for subsidized projects.

*NOTE: This section was created by emergency legislation that will expire on September 25, 2026.*

(a) Any request, excluding substantial rehabilitation as that term is defined in § 42-3501.03(34), for housing proposals involving the Fund shall include a requirement that proposals for new construction receiving Fund support must be designed with the intent to obtain Enterprise Green Communities Certification Plus, as defined in the EGCC or an equivalent standard as determined by the Department in consultation with the Department of Buildings.
(b) Any request, excluding substantial rehabilitation as that term is defined in § 42-3501.03(34), for housing proposals involving the Fund shall include a requirement that proposals for new construction receiving Fund support be all-electric.
(c) Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the applicability of any other environmental standards, including Chapter 14A of Title 6.
(d) This section shall expire upon the effective date of final regulations promulgated pursuant to § 6-1453.01(b)(1).
(e) For purposes of this section, the term:
1. (1) "All-electric" means that no combustion equipment is included in the building project, except for emergency backup power.
2. (2) "EGCC" means the current Enterprise Green Communities Criteria issued by Enterprise Community Partners.

*NOTE: This section was created by emergency legislation that will expire on September 25, 2026.*

Mar. 16, 1989, D.C. Law 7-202, § 6

Feb. 12, 2026, D.C. Law 26-90, § 2