The Basic Requirements Midwest Homes will meet are:

• EnergyStar® Compliant

• All appliance are Energy Star rated or each appliance performs in the top 50% of its energy guide rating or a list energy star rated appliances is provided.

• An erosion control plan checklist has been completed or an erosion control plan has been  submitted as required by local building regulations.

• Construction Debris recycled and at least one recycled content material (minimum 50% recycled content) is used.

• No uncertified Luan or other tropical hardwoods are used.

• Green Built™  homeowner handbook, certification plaque, and Green Guide Label must be provided to the homeowner.

• No mercury thermostats have been permanently installed.

• Home meets the minimum requirements for Landscape Conservation & Storm Water Management.

Landscape Conservation and Storm Water Management:

• All site topsoil reused

• Wash out concrete trucks in slab or pavements sub base areas.

• Cut and fill balanced to eliminate earth removal from site.

• A list of native, non-invasive plants is provided to the homeowner.

• Establish and maintain a single stabilized construction entrance.

• Use of recycled materials in lieu of silt fencing.

Energy Efficiency:

• Energy heels of 7" or more on trusses.

• Advanced sealing package in addition to basic sealing practices.

• All penetrations to the exterior are sealed both inside and out.

• Can lights in insulated ceilings are sealed and insulated.

• Sill plate sealed with caulk.

• Windows throughout are Energy Star labeled or have a u-value <0.35.

• (2 points) East and west facing glass NFRC label solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) less then 0.40.

• Energy Star or 90%-94% efficiency furnace installed.

• (2 points) Furnace is equipped with an electronically commutated motor.

• Programmable set-back thermostat installed.

• High efficiency air conditioner provided (Energy Star Qualified or Min 14 SEER).

• No ductwork in unconditioned space or ductwork in unconditioned space insulated.

• Furnace located to minimize length of total duct run.

• Two properly supported ceiling fans installed.

• Ceiling fan pre-wires provided in habitable rooms.

• Document proper sizing of HVAC system using Manual J or equivalent.

• High efficiency fireplace such as direct vent or no fireplace

• Passive or loop hot water delivery system installed at farthest location from water heater.

• Light colored interior walls, ceiling, and soffit

• Lighting dimmers, timers or motion detectors installed.

Materials Selection:

• Design house features to reduce materials consumption.

• (2 points) Cast in place footing from work with integral drainage features.

• Reusable foundation forms used to reduce waste.

• Low toxicity form release agent used of concrete form work.

• Reusable foundation bracing not constructed out of site lumber.

• No 2x10 or greater dimension solid lumber used in floor or roof systems.

• Engineered wood "I" joists or truss joists used for floor and/or roof.

• Engineered lumber products used for beams or headers.

• (2 points)   Optimum value engineering (O.V.E.) advanced framing package.

• (2points)    Use of energy efficient 2x4 exterior wall system.

• (2 points)   Use of panelized construction.

• Advanced Rim Joist Insulation.

• Continuous drainage plane behind siding.

• Insulated sheeting used.

• Exterior foundation walls insulated with min. 1" of foam insulation

• (2 points)    No vinyl flooring or base trim.

• Domestically grown interior wood panel doors.

• Domestic hardwood trim.

Indoor Air Quality:

• Take measures to avoid air pollution or IAQ problems due to construction dust.

• Measures take to reduce carbon monoxide infiltration from attached garages.

• Foundation drainage system tied to sealed sump pit for potential radon mitigation.

• Spring loded, weather stripped fan dampers installed.

• Ventilate the home after each new finish is applied.

• Washed stone installed under basement slab for potential radon mitigation.

• Fiberglass insulation is Green Guard certified for indoor air quality.

• Urea formaldehyde free sub-floor and underlayment material.

• (2 points)    Low V.O.C. paints used (interior primer/finish).

• (2 points)    Water-based finishes on woodwork and floors.

Plumbing and Water Conservation:

• Front loading horizontal axis clothes washer.

• Bathroom faucets with GPM less than code.

• Kitchen faucets with GPM less than code.

• Shower heads with GPM less than code.

• Passive or loop hot water delivery system.

• Water heater located within 20'  of dishwasher and clothes washer.

• Gas water heater with energy factor of more than .62 for direct vented

Waste Reduction, Recycling and Disposal:

• Job site waste recycled or reused.

• Built-in kitchen recycling center provided for homeowner use.

• Donate excess material to a non-profit organization (ie. Habitat for Humanity).

Builder Operations:

• At least 80% of homes built to Green Built™ Home standards

• At least on recent action taken to visibly market Green Built™ Home Program.

• Conduct homebuyer orientation during final walk-through.

• At least one recent training event conducted for realtors or sales staff.

• Builder attendance at one recent green building related educational event.