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Guidance Documents
For an MFHR project to earn the ENERGY STAR, an EPA-recognized MRO (/partner_resources/residential_new/working/other_participants/mros) must approve a complete
Proposed Design Submittal and a complete As-Built Submittal.
All required program documentation for both submittals is available as a .zip file download below. The downloadable file includes folders with documentation specific to the
Performance and Prescriptive paths as well as the Testing & Verification documents. Consult the Licensed Professionals
(/partner_resources/residential_new/program_reqs/mhrp/licensed) page for details on the requirements for both the Proposed Design Submittal and the As-Built Submittal.
Additional information on submittals and required documentation is available in the Licensed Professional’s Guide to the ENERGY STAR Multifamily High Rise Program
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Licensed%20Professionals%20Guide%20to%20the%20ENERGY%20STAR%20Multifamily%20High%20Rise%20P
(PDF, 87 KB) that is also included in the .zip file.
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/MFHR_Guidance_Docs_November2021.zip)

Testing & Verification Documents
(Performance and Prescriptive Path)
The Testing & Verification Protocols are mandatory requirements for the inspection, testing, and verification of each of the energy-related components and systems that exist
in participating projects. Compliance with the Testing & Verification Protocols is required for both the Performance and Prescriptive Paths.
The results of the inspections must be documented in the Testing & Verification Worksheets and Photo Template and provided to an EPA-recognized MFHR Review
Organization (MRO) (/partner_resources/residential_new/working/other_participants/mros) at the completion of construction. Inspections should be conducted throughout the
project construction phase at a time that is best suited to determine whether the energy efficiency element is installed to specification.
Testing &
This guide outlines the Testing & Verification Protocols
Verification (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20TV%20Protocols_Version_1_Rev03.pdf) (PDF, 570 KB) for the
(T&V)
MFHR Program.
Protocols
The Testing and Verification Worksheets
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20T%26V%20Worksheets_V1.7_BLANK.xlsm) (EXCEL, 1.4 MB)
are used to document that each prerequisite and each energy conservation measure included in the design and construction of the building meet all
Testing and requirements and follow the T&V Protocols. The T&V Worksheets are a key component to the program’s submittals and must be submitted to an EPAVerification recognized MRO (/partner_resources/residential_new/working/other_participants/mros) as part of the Proposed Design Submittal and the As-Built Submittal.
Worksheets
View a sample of the T&V Worksheets
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20T%26V%20Worksheets_EXAMPLE.xls) (EXCEL, 2.3 MB) with
examples of documentation at various stages of the project.
The Photo Template (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Photo_Template.zip) (ZIP, 6.4 MB) is a companion to the T&V Worksheets
and provides photographic evidence that all requirements of the T&V Protocols are met in the completed building. (As-Built Submittal Only). See below for the
three formatting options available for Licensed Professionals to submit photo documentation or view the Options for Photo Documentation & Submission
Instructions (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY_STAR_MFHR_Photo_Documentation_Submission_Instructions.pdf) (PDF,
307 KB) guide for more information.

Photo
Template

Option 1 – Protocols Consolidated into One Template
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR_Photo%20Template_Option%201_Version%201.1.doc) (WORD,
332 KB)
View a sample of the Photo Template Option 1
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY_STAR_MFHR_Photo_Template_V1.0_EXAMPLE.pdf) (PDF, 3.5 MB)
Option 2 – Templates Separated by Protocol (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Option%202%20%20Template%20Separated%20by%20Protocol.zip) (ZIP, 1.8 MB)

Proposed
Design
Submittal
Checklist

Option 3 – Photo Folders (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Option%203%20-%20Photo%20Folders.zip) (ZIP, 117 KB)
The PDS Checklist (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/PDS%20Checklist.pdf) (PDF, 2.4 MB) is an optional tool to assist project
teams when preparing the Proposed Design Submittal. It includes specific checklist items for each file submitted and was developed to help teams avoid issues
and errors commonly found in the review process. While the checklist is not submitted, it should decrease the number of review iterations required.

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As-Built
Submittal
Checklist
ASHRAE
90.1–2007
Compliance
Forms
How to
Generate a
SEDI

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The ABS Checklist (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ABS Checklist.pdf) (PDF, 2.4 MB) is an optional tool to assist project teams
when preparing the As-Built Submittal. It includes specific checklist items for each file submitted and was developed to help teams avoid issues and errors
commonly found in the review process. While the checklist is not submitted, it should decrease the number of review iterations required.
ASHRAE 90.1–2007 Compliance Forms (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ASHRAE%2090.1-2007%20Compliance%20Forms.pdf)
(PDF, 1.3MB) are included to help Developer Partners and Licensed Professionals verify compliance with the Mandatory Provisions of the standard, which are
prerequisites in the MFHR program. These forms will not be reviewed by an EPA-recognized MRO
(/partner_resources/residential_new/working/other_participants/mros) and are not required as part of the Proposed Design Submittal or the As-Built Submittals.
How to Generate a SEDI (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/How%20to%20Generate%20a%20SEDI_Version_1.0.pdf) (PDF, 57 KB)
walks through the process of creating a Statement of Energy Design Intent.

Performance and Prescriptive Path Documents
Guidance documents specific to both the Performance Path and the Prescriptive Path are described below for reference.

Performance Path:
Projects must meet the requirements specified in the ENERGY STAR MFHR Performance Path Requirements
ENERGY
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path_Version_1.0_Rev03.pdf) (PDF, 121 KB) i
STAR MFHR
earn the ENERGY STAR using the Performance Path. *Note: See Program Requirements page for performance target updates in states with more advanced build
Performance
such as 2012 or 2015 IECC (/partner_resources/residential_new/program_reqs/mhrp/program#perf_targets). Projects in California must meet the requirements sp
Path
the California ENERGY STAR MFHR Performance Path Requirements
Requirements
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/California%20ENERGY_STAR_MFHR_Performance_Path_Version_1.0.pdf) (PDF, 307 KB).
The Simulation Guidelines are companion documents to ASHRAE 90.1 – Appendix G and contain program requirements to assist energy modelers in developing t
Baseline Building Design, Proposed Building Design, and As-Built models for each project. Not applicable for California projects.
Simulation
Guidelines

Two Simulation Guidelines are available: Use the Simulation Guidelines_AppG2016
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY_STAR_MFHR_Simulation_Guidelines_AppG2016.pdf) (PDF, 1.9 MB) when calculating th
Performance Target according to ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Appendix G. Use the Simulation Guidelines
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Simulation%20Guidelines_Version_1%200_Rev03.pdf) (PDF, 37
all other projects.
The Performance Path Calculator is a set of worksheets in an Excel file designed to provide consistency among energy modelers by providing the exact calculatio
described in the Simulation Guidelines. It also provides a consistent format for reporting the results of the Performance Rating.
Two Performance Path Calculators are available:
For projects calculating the Performance Target according to ASHRAE 90.1-2016 Appendix G, use the Performance Path Calculator_AppG2016
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_AppG2016%20V1.6.xlsm)
4.3 MB) or the ASHRAE Standard 90.1 Performance Based Compliance Form (https://www.energycodes.gov/ashrae-standard-901-performance-based-complianc

Performance
Path
View a sample of a completed Performance Path Calculator_AppG2016
Calculator
(/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_AppG2016%20V1.3%20-%20Example.xlsm) (EXCEL
For all other projects, use the Performance Path Calculator
(https://cmadmin.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_V1.6_BLANK.xls) (EX
KB). Some of these worksheets are optional, however, submission of the Excel file, with Basic Info, Reporting Summary, and the three lighting worksheets comple
mandatory. For projects using eQUEST, all worksheets are expected to be completed, except the SIR by Measure worksheet.
View a sample of a completed Performance Path Calculator
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_EXAMPLE.xls) (EXCEL, 8
Quality
Control
Checklist

The modeling Quality Control Checklist
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Energy%20Modeling%20Quality%20Control%20Checklist_v1.0_
(PDF, 296 KB) provides guidance to energy modelers on commonly missed requirements or requirements that may be different than commonly seen in commercia
family building energy models.

Prescriptive Path:
ENERGY
Projects must meet the requirements specified in the ENERGY STAR MFHR Prescriptive Path Requirements
STAR MFHR (https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Prescriptive%20Path_Version_1.0_Rev03.pdf) (PDF,
Prescriptive 197KB) in order to earn the ENERGY STAR using the Prescriptive Path.
Path
Requirements
While the Performance Path Calculator
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_V1.5_BLANK.xls)
(EXCEL, 836 KB) is an Excel file designed for use in the Performance Path. For projects using the Prescriptive Path, the Basic Info, In-Unit Lighting, Interior
Performance Lighting, and Exterior Lighting tabs are required to be completed and submitted in order to verify compliance with lighting requirements of the Prescriptive
Path
Path.
Calculator
View a sample of a completed Performance Path Calculator
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/ENERGY%20STAR%20MFHR%20Performance%20Path%20Calculator_EXAMPLE.xls)
(EXCEL, 800 KB)

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Marketing Documents
Guidance documents specific to marketing are described below.
ENERGY
STAR
Certified
Apartments
Co-Brandable
Brochure &
Insert

Partners may use our co-brandable, tri-fold brochure to help residents learn the features and benefits of living in any ENERGY STAR certified apartment. The
co-brandable insert provides additional information to residents to help them learn the benefits specific to living in an ENERGY STAR Multifamily New
Construction apartment unit. Partners can place the insert inside the co-brandable tri-fold ENERGY STAR Certified Apartments Brochure or provide it to
residents as a standalone piece.

Designed to
Earn the
ENERGY
STAR for
MFHR

Projects must meet the requirements specified in the Designed to Earn the ENERGY STAR for MFHR
(https://www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Designed%20to%20Earn%20the%20ENERGY%20STAR%20for%20MFHR.pdf) (PDF, 326 KB)
in order to use the Designed to Earn the ENERGY STAR Mark.

Learn more about this brochure and the insert and download co-brandable versions through your My ENERGY STAR Account (MESA) (/index.cfm?
fuseaction=mesa.login).

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