Home Builders Association of Grand Traverse Area, Inc.
GREEN BUILD CERTIFICATION

Green Certification is based on the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines and the ICC 700-2008 National Green Building Standard. There are three green certification levels available in the Guideline: Bronze, Silver, and Gold

The National Green Building Standard includes an additional level for residential building: Emerald


Land Developments can earn One, Two, Three or Four Stars

Residential buildings, remodeling projects, and developments can be Green Certified to the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines or the National Green Building Standard.

The green levels and certifications address key green construction areas including:

  • Lot & Site Development
  • Resource Efficiency
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Water Efficiency
  • Indoor Environmental Quality
  • Homeowner Education


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NATIONAL GREEN BUILDING STANDARD™

GREEN SCORING TOOL


FIND A VERIFIER

VERIFICATION PROCESS


The NAHB Research Center accredits third-party verifiers and acts as the sole certifying body for the National Green Building Program.