Under the recently instated SANS 10400 XA building regulations, all new buildings need to meet specific energy Efficiency criteria before being Approved for construction.

8 aspects are listed that the designer must comply with to satisfy the NBR:  

(see www.buildingcontrol.co.za)

• Building Orientation

• Shading of the northern wall

• Fenestration

• Floors

• Walls

• Roof assembly

• Services that use or control the use of energy

• Hot water supply requirement