Date
Inquiry

For part (a), can the Carrier Hourly Analysis Program (Version 4.34) be used in multi-family projects instead of Manual J? This method conducts an hourly analysis of unit loading rather than the peak loading provided by a Manual J.

Ruling

The requirement allows "an equivalent computation procedure". The burden of proof lies with the project team to demonstrate to the Green Rater and Provider\'s satisfaction that a methodology is considered "equivalent". Here are a few guidelines:

Internationally Applicable
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Campus Applicable
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