New Construction in Berkeley, CA
Fast, permit-ready Title 24 Energy Compliance Reports for new construction projects in Berkeley. Starting at $245.
New Construction for Berkeley Projects
Berkeley, located in Alameda County, is one of the many California communities where every conditioned-space permit must clear Title 24 review.
New residential construction in Berkeley is held to the highest energy performance bar in Title 24 — full CBECC-Res modeling is required, covering envelope, HVAC, water heating, and increasingly, solar and battery provisions.
What's Included
Pricing for Berkeley Projects
New Construction for Berkeley starts at $245. Rush service may be available for an additional $100 depending on project scope and scheduling availability. Get an exact quote for your specific project.
Why Climate Zone 3 Matters Here
Berkeley falls within California Climate Zone 3 (Central Coast), an area defined by mild, marine-influenced conditions with minimal temperature swings. This classification directly shapes the insulation, glazing, and HVAC efficiency values used in your compliance calculation.
Estimated from proximity to the nearest CEC reference station — we confirm the exact zone for your project's address before preparing your report.
Frequently Asked Questions
Permits in Berkeley are processed through Berkeley Building Department. We prepare reports formatted to match their submittal requirements, whether that's an online portal or in-person review.
Apex provides Title 24 documentation services for projects in Berkeley, including ADUs, garage conversions, room additions, residential remodels, new construction, HVAC or window alterations, and commercial work. The required compliance process depends on the project scope and permit requirements.
Most California building departments, including Berkeley Building Department, now accept digital permit submittals. We deliver every report as a properly formatted PDF ready for upload.
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