OAR 330-065-0030
Criteria for Review of Proposed Weatherization Materials

(1)

In order to qualify as an addition to the list of weatherization items in OAR 330-065-0010 (Qualifying Weatherization Materials) and 330-065-0015 (Qualifying Mobile Home Weatherization), the proposed item shall:

(a)

Be primarily designed to improve the efficiency of space heating and energy utilization of a dwelling;

(b)

Where applicable, be listed by Underwriters Laboratory, American Gas Association, International Conference of Building Officials or other recognized standard-setting organization;

(c)

Actually and substantially improve the efficiency of space-heating and energy utilization. Independent laboratory test data or acceptable methods of calculation must be provided to demonstrate energy savings;

(d)

Involve replacement of retrofit rather than maintenance or repair;

(e)

Conserve more than nominal amounts of energy and/or be reasonably cost-effective; and

(f)

Not involve substitution of one form of energy for another.

(2)

Review of an item shall also take into consideration whether the item will:

(a)

Be reasonably considered a fixture attached to the dwelling;

(b)

Operate to save energy independent of activation by the homeowner; and

(c)

Be consistent with the statutory list of qualifying weatherization materials.

Source: Rule 330-065-0030 — Criteria for Review of Proposed Weatherization Materials, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=330-065-0030.

Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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