Stretch Energy Code

Information on the Stretch Energy Code Bylaw

The Stretch Energy Code provides guidance for cost-effective new construction that is more energy efficient than the Base Energy Code. Adoption of the Stretch Energy Code requires approval by a majority vote of Town Meeting.

The EAC advocated the adoption of the Stretch Energy Code Bylaw because it: 

  • ensures that newly constructed buildings in Princeton are more energy efficient, which includes the benefits of:
    • lower annual energy costs
    • decreased greenhouse gas emissions
    • ensuring new homes are built and perform as expected 
  • meets one of the five criteria necessary for Princeton to achieve Green Community designation status, which includes the benefits of:
    • Princeton becoming eligible for an initial estimated grant of $130,000 and competitive grants of up to $200,000 annually that could be use for capitol improvements related to energy efficiency, which would save the Town money in operating costs.

We will keep this page updated with materials to help educate you on this bylaw and answer your questions.

Bylaws and Warrant

May 27th Information Session

  • Presentation on “Why the Town is pursuing Adoption of the Stretch Energy Code” by EAC member, Corey Burnham-Howard
  • Presentation on the “Stretch Energy Code” by Kelly Brown (Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Green Communities Division Central Massachusetts Regional Coordinator) and Will D’Arrigo (DOER consultant).
  • Videos of these presentations
    • Part 1, Presentations
    • Part 2, Question & Answer session with members of the Selectboard, Advisory Committee, EAC, and the general public

Answers to Commonly Asked Questions

Read our FAQ!

Still have questions? Contact the EAC at princetonEAC@gmail.com

Thank you to Princeton voters for the Annual Town Meeting vote to adopt the Stretch Energy Code Bylaw!

This page was last updated on July 14, 2020