Part 1 - ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.1    Title

 

This code shall be known as the Building Energy Code of Pakistan hereinafter referred to as the "code".

 

1.2    Scope

 

This code shall apply to all buildings as defined in Part 1.4, Applicability, and for which an application for building permit is filed after the effective date of this code. This code addresses only the energy conservation aspects of buildings, and as such, does not cover the structural, siting and other requirements found in the Building Code of Pakistan or other local building codes.

 

1.3    Coordination With Other Codes

 

The requirements of this code are to be coordinated with those of the Building Code of Pakistan. Coordination with other codes not equal to the Building Code of Pakistan shall be made only with the approval of the Ministry of Housing and Works.

 

1.4    Applicability

 

1.4.1    New Buildings

 

This code shall apply to all areas enclosed by the structure of permanent buildings and that are primarily intended for human habitation, e.g. residences, offices, shops, schools, hotels, government buildings, etc. Exempt from this code are buildings or areas of buildings that are intended to, be used primarily for manufacturing, warehousing or storage, agriculture, or industrial processing.

 

 

1.4.2    Existing Buildings

 

1.4.2.1    Changes in Use

 

Changes in use of a building that are primarily for human habitation and that require a building permit, shall make those areas subject to the requirements of this code.

 

1.4.2.2    Replacement or Major Modification of Equipment

 

Replacement or major modification of the HVAC or lighting equipment in existing buildings shall be governed by the requirements of this code.

 

1.4.2.3    Replacement or Major Modification of Roof

 

Replacement or major modification of the roof of an existing building shall be governed by the requirements of this code.

 

1.4.2.4    Additions to Existing Buildings

 

Any addition to an existing building shall be governed by the requirements of this code.

 

1.5     Enforcement

 

1.5.1    Plans and Specifications

 

Review and approval of plans and specifications under this code shall be part of and in accordance with the Building Code of Pakistan. Permits, certificates and notices required for construction shall not be issued by the authority giving electric or gas connections or oil storage unless all requirements of this code are met.

 

1.5.2    Inspection

 

All work, materials and equipment pertaining to this code shall be subject to the inspection procedures and requirements set forth in the Building Code of Pakistan.