Local Law 84: Summary
Key Requirements and Penalties for Benchmarking Compliance
Requirements and Penalties
Local Law 84 mandates specific requirements for building owners and includes penalties for non-compliance:
Key Requirements
- Annual submission of energy and water consumption data through ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager
- Benchmarking data must be submitted by May 1st each year
- Energy efficiency grades must be posted by October 31st
- Building owners must maintain records for three years
- Energy efficiency grades must be displayed prominently near public entrances
Penalties and Fines
- Failure to benchmark: $500 per quarter
- Failure to display energy efficiency grade: $1,250 per quarter
- False reporting can result in additional penalties