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TIER I
How to Comply with CBPS
Tier 1: EMP and O&M must be enacted 12 months before compliance deadline.
Tier 2: EMP and O&M must be complete and implemented by July 1, 2027 (no 12-month look-back required).
Tier 2 buildings have more flexibility in timing but still need comprehensive planning.
Tier 1 Buildings: 50,000 sq ft and Above
Tier 1
Mandatory for Tier 1 Covered Buildings in Washington:
Compliance & Reporting:
Tier 1 Compliance Requirements
Tier 1 compliance requirements:
- Benchmark by measuring and tracking energy use in a building over time.
- Implement an operations and maintenance (O&M) program in accordance with the standard.
- Create an energy management plan (EMP).
- Building Size: 50,000 sq ft or more.
- Compliance Status: Mandatory (Deadlines: 2026–2028)
Tier 1 reporting schedule:
- June 1, 2026: >220,000 sq. ft.
- June 1, 2027: >90,000 sq. ft. but less than 220,001 sq. ft
- June 1, 2028: >50,000 sq. ft. but less than 90,001 sq. ft
CBPS Compliance Packages
Washington’s Clean Buildings law is here. Don’t wait until 2027 your EMP + O&M must be up and running by July 1, 2026. Act now and your entire compliance package can be paid for by state incentives.
Tier I Service Fees ( ≥50k Sq.ft )
Tier I: Basic Requirements
- Benchmarking setup & filing
- Operations & Maintenance Program (O&M)
- Energy Management Plan (EMP)
- Prepare & file Forms A, B & C
- Early Adopter Incentives Application filing
Tier 1 Package
– $15,000
Tier I Incentives
$2.00/sf + $0.05 per kBtu saved >15 (capped at 50% of project cost).
Example: 100k ft² office → $85k–$200k+ incentive
💰 Packages designed to ensure you capture maximum funding
Tier I: Investment/Conditional Criteria Path
For those not meeting EUIt:
- ASHRAE Level II Audit (Form D)
- Investment Criteria Tool (Form F)
- Implementation roadmap
Tier I Incentives
$2.00/sf + $0.05 per kBtu saved >15 (capped at 50% of project cost).
Example: 100k ft² office → $85k–$200k+ incentive
💰 Packages designed to ensure you capture maximum funding
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there additional incentive funds available for Tier 1 and Tier 2 buildings?
What is a Public Building?
Public Buildings are buildings owned by State Agencies, School and Health Districts, Colleges and Cities, Municipalities and Counties (this does not include buildings owned by a non-profit, even if the non-profit is funded by a public agency).
What is the Clean Buildings Portal?
The Clean Buildings Portal is a database of all covered buildings. It provides building owners with a secure system to manage their building’s compliance with the Clean Buildings Performance Standard and submit applications to the Early Adopter Incentive Program. Please note: Features for Tier 2 will not be available until after July 2025.
What are the penalties for not coming under compliance?
For Tier 1, the maximum penalty is $5,000 plus an amount based on the duration of any continuing violation. The additional amount for a continuing violation may not exceed $1.50 per square foot. For more details, refer to Z5.4 Assessment of Administrative Penalties in the Clean Buildings Performance Standard.
For Tier 2, the maximum penalty is $0.30 per square foot. For more details, refer to Y5.4 Assessment of Administrative Penalties in the Clean Buildings Performance Standard.
Commerce also has a penalty calculator: CBPS 015- CBPS Penalties Estimator.xlsx | Powered by Box. Penalties are assessed for each 5-year compliance period.
When is the first Tier 1 deadline?
June 1, 2026 for non-residential buildings over 220,000 sq ft. June 1, 2027 for 90,001 to 220,000 sq ft. June 1, 2028 for 50,001 to 90,000 sq ft.
Let’s Get You Compliant
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CBPS compliance isn’t just about following the law it’s about protecting your investment. We’ll guide you through every step: benchmarking, audits, reports, and submission.