For questions about the BESO Ordinance for Commercial buildings, talk to Chuck at 415-937-5046. Pegasus is not licensed for residential or multi-family buildings.
Berkeley’s Building Energy Saving Ordinance (BESO) requires building owners and homeowners to complete and publicly report comprehensive energy assessments to uncover energy savings opportunities.
| Building Size | Report Required | Frequency |
|---|
The Energy Assessment for a house or building under 25,000 square feet is now due only at the time of sale
Filing fees range from $79 to $250 based on building size:
415-937-5046 BESO Energy Assessment Schedule and Fees
| Building Size | Filing Frequency | Filing Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Houses (1-4 Dwelling Units) | At time-of-listing for sale | $79 |
| Small Buildings (850-14,999 sq. ft.) | At time-of-listing for sale | $79 |
| Medium Buildings (15,000 to 24,999 sq. ft) | At time-of-listing for sale | $152 |
| Large Buildings (25,000+) | Every 5 years | $240 |
Certain exceptions, deferrals and extensions may apply, including an exemption from the energy assessment if the building achieves a ENERGY STAR score of 80 or more. For more additional exceptions, visit our BESO FAQ.
For more information about Berkeley's reporting requirements, call Chuck at 415-937-5046 or visit our BESO FAQ.
For over a decade, Pegasus has assisted hundreds of clients in complying with California AB 802, city ordinances, and Energy Star certification.
