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Building Energy Code (BEC) currently in-force Building Decree 2012
Date of BEC publication 2008
BEC Jurisdiction National
Climate zone classification Mixed, Humid
Income Group High income
Type of BEC Combination (Prescriptive/Performance-Based )
BEC Coverage Passive design; Space Heating; Space Cooling; Water Heating; Lighting*
* denotes coverage is through the European Ecodesign Directive

Indicator Mandatory Minimum Requirements
Maximum Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) Yes
Roof U-value (W/m². K) 0.27
Floors U-value (W/m². K) 0.27
External walls U-value (W/m². K) 0.27
Doors U-value (W/m². K) 3.4
Air leakage prevention Yes
Enforcement Mechanisms Thermal Transmittance or Insulation Calculations for Building Envelope; Solar Heat Gains Calculations for Building Envelope; Glazing Factors for Fenestration; Permanent Shading; Air Barrier, Air Leakage, or Air Infiltration