Exhibit D Building Standards

The Size of the Home:

  1. The one-story home is to be between 1200 and 1850 sq. ft. with at least 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
  2. The square footage of the home is based on the air-conditioned space and does not include the garage area or porches. Based on living space
  3. The design of the home should be complimentary and consistent to the neighborhood in which the home is being built (ex. Hardie, Wood, or brick).
  4. The home must comply with the "Energy Start" program.
  5. Construction duration to be up to 120 days from the date that building permit has been issued from the City of Waco, excluding approved weather delays and/or unforeseen circumstances. Weather days and/or unforeseen issues will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis

General Site Matters:

  1. 12' wide driveway - broom finish the concrete and slope to drain.
  2. 4' wide entry walk - broom finish concrete, no step to the porch level allowing for WC access and slope to drain from front door to street.
  3. Patio 100 sq. ft. broom finish concrete and slope to drain at a Minimum
  4. Privacy fence to be - 6' high pressure treated wood w/metal posts and 1-man gate @ 3' - 0" min.
  5. Contractor/or property owner shall replace any city sidewalk or existing driveway that is broken or cracked during construction. (replace sections of the walk from joint to joint, address the driveway as agreed upon by contractor/or property owner and city staff).
  6. The minimum finish floor of a new home is to be as per the grading plan, submitted by the developer and approved by Housing & Community Development, and the final grade shall be sloped to drain.

Foundation:

  1. Provide copy of the engineered foundation design.
  2. Provide positive drainage from slab, with 6" of revealed slab from grade to finish floor and shall be per grading plan.

Framing:

  1. Standard 8' plate line for all walls (pop ups, slopes, boxes to be per specific plan).
  2. All exterior walls to be 2 x 4 #2 Fir or equal @ 16" o.c. garage wall.
  3. All corners to be open framed to allow for full insulation no "dead corners" or "T's"
  4. All interior walls to be 2 x 4 #2 Fir or equal @ 16" o.c. all frames lumber to be # 2 Fir or equal.
  5. All materials to be approved by Housing & Development Services.
  6. Tyvek or equal "house wrap" on exterior walls.

Siding and Soffits:

  1. Provide "Hardie" board or approved similar product for all siding, soffit and fascia per plan.
  2. 16" minimum overhang on Soffit.
  3. Provide soffit vents at garage and unconditioned porch ceilings.

Roofing:

  1. 7/16" OSB roof decking w/ H-clips.
  2. 25-year dimensional composition shingle roofing material.
  3. Provide minimum underlayment under roofing shingles with min roll roofing in all valleys.
  4. Provide roof vent at garage and unconditioned porch attics.

Exterior Finish:

  1. Brick veneer shall meet minimum standards w/brick ties per code @ 3 sides w/standard gray with mortar per plan no concrete brick.
  2. Provide heavy duty flashing at the brick ledge and weep holes per current Waco adopted building code.
  3. Paint all exterior siding, soffit and fascia, caulk, prep and prime w/ 2 coats of exterior latex paint.
  4. Exterior Doors to be painted w/ 2 coats exterior latex paint.

Windows:

  1. All windows to be double pane insulated low "E" vinyl windows, complying with energy code. U-0.40 SHGC 0.25
  2. All windows to be caulked to adjacent material to prevent water infiltration.
  3. Provide all windows and install in single fashion with the "house wrap". Tapped and viewed before siding installed.
  4. Metal blinds for all windows. Plastic blinds will not be permitted. Faux wood blinds may be permitted (sample to be provided first).

Gutters:

  1. Provide aluminum seamless gutters at the exterior doors and garage door with downspouts and splash blocks.

Exterior Electrical & Lighting:

  1. Exterior lighting to be 1 - overhead light at front door / porch, 1 - wall mount fixture at rear door.
  2. 3 - exterior GFI's located as follows: 1 @ front porch, 1 @ rear porch and 1 @ a/c condenser per code.
  3. Flood lights on minimum of 2 corners of the home.

Exterior doors:

  1. Front Door to be 3' - 0" x 6' - 8",6 -panel fiberglass or hollow metal insulated door w/ peep hole double bored, locks to be as follows.
  2. Rear Door to be 2' - 8" 6' - 8", 1 - light, insulated metal door or fiberglass double bored.
  3. Exterior locks to be either 1 - lever lock, or 1 single cylinder dead bolt lock.

Insulation:

  1. Install R- 13 open cell foam approximately 3 1/2" insulation at all exterior walls and attic of living space minimum.
  2. Provide same foam insulation at separating living space from the garage or porch areas.
  3. Provide full poly seal/weatherization - sealing of the entire house, including sealing around all windows, door openings and all holes and penetrations prior to foaming per 2018 IECC requirements.
  4. Garage wall/house wall shall be insulated with foam.
  5. Provide no insulation at the ceiling level.

Cabinets and Tops:

  1. Pre-finished stained cabinets in kitchen area, base cabinets or other preapproved cabinets.
  2. Provide 42" high upper cabinets in the kitchen.
  3. Walled Pantry for food storage in kitchen area.
  4. 32" high preapproved cabinets in bath areas 30" min. width.
  5. Kitchen countertops and backsplash to be plastic laminate or equal.
  6. Bath countertops and backsplash shall be cultured marble w/Integral bowl.
  7. Provide countertop samples.
  8. Cabinet doors and drawer fronts shall include metal pulls or knobs in a pre-approved finish.

Interior Doors and Trim:

  1. Interior Doors:
    1. All interior doors to be multi panel hardboard hollow core.
    2. Bedroom doors to be minimum 2' - 8" x 6' - 8"
    3. Bi-Fold doors are not allowed.
    4. 3' - 0" x 6' - 8" solid core sealed door with threshold from garage to house.
    5. Bathroom doors to be 2' - 6" x 6' - 8"
  2. Interior door locks/hardware:
    1. Master bedroom and bath doors to have privacy locks.
    2. All other doors to be Passage Locks.
  3. Interior Trim:
    1. Base molding in all rooms.
    2. Closets to have MDF or equal painted shelves. wooden closet rods.
    3. Closets to have maximum hanging and storage space.

Wall and Floor Finishes:

  1. Wall and Ceiling Textures:
    1. All drywall to 1/2" GWB.
    2. All walls and ceiling to have a pre-approved texture.
  2. Interior finishes:
    1. Provide paint on all walls and ceilings, flat latex, 1 - color entire house city staff to select. You can upgrade, but at your expense. Two colors?
    2. Trim paint/ interior doors, semi-gloss latex enamel, antique or acoustic white.
  3. Flooring:
    Contractor will have the option of the following flooring
    1. Ceramic tile 12 x 12 minimum.
    2. 28 oz carpet and 1/2" pad.
    3. Stained concrete.
    4. Glue down vinyl.

Finish Schedule:

  1. Front Porch & Sidewalk:
    1. Broom finish concrete floor and slope to drain.
    2. 1 - WPGFI electrical outlet on wall near entrance.
    3. 1 - Overhead light fixture at ceiling.
  2. Family Room:
    1. Base molding, painted.
    2. Doors / casing painted.
    3. 1 - ceiling fan and light kit.
    4. 1 - T/V outlet.
    5. Crown molding on ceiling
  3. Kitchen:
    1. 1 - ceiling mount fluorescent light 2 light
    2. Vinyl floor.
    3. White, black or stainless-steel appliance package. (appliance package will include a refrigerator, dishwasher and stove).
    4. Stainless steel sink, chrome faucet w/Spray.
    5. Pantry for Food Storage.
  4. Breakfast Nook:
    1. 1 - Decorative ceiling mounted light fixture, chandelier.
    2. Finished flooring in compliance with Section 15 C.
  5. Laundry Room:
    1. Surface mounted ceiling light with fluorescent bulb.
    2. 36" high upper cabinets above washer/dryer.
  6. Master Bedroom:
    1. 1 - Ceiling Fan and Light Kit. 52"
    2. Finished flooring in compliance with Section 15 C.
    3. 1 - Telephone Outlet.
    4. 1 - T/V Outlet.
    5. Crown molding on ceiling.
  7. Master Bedroom Closet:
    1. Surface mount closet fluorescent light fixture.
    2. Approved flooring choice.
  8. Master Bath: Good quality insert
    1. 1 - Wall mounted light fixture above vanity minimum 3 bulb.
    2. Vinyl floor.
    3. Standard mirror to be 1/4" x 42" tall above vanity and same width as the vanity.
    4. White 2 - pc toilet.
    5. Metal tissue holder, towel ring and 24" towel bar, provide proper blocking.
  9. All other Baths: Good quality insert
    1. 1 - Wall mounted light fixture above vanity. 3 bulb.
    2. Vinyl floor.
    3. Standard mirror to be 1/4" x 42" tall above vanity and same width as the vanity.
    4. White 2 - pc toilet.
    5. Metal tissue holder, Towel Ring and 24" Towel Bar. Provide proper blocking.
  10. Bedroom #2: (Hall):
    1. Ceiling fan and light kit, 52".
    2. Finished flooring in compliance with Section 15 C.
    3. Closet w/ rod and shelves.
    4. 1 phone & 1 TV.
  11. Bedroom #3:
    1. 1 - Ceiling fan and light Kit, 52".
    2. Finished flooring in compliance with Section 15 C.
    3. Closet w/ rods and shelves.
    4. 1 Phone & 1 TV.
  12. Hall:
    1. 1 - Ceiling mount light.
    2. Doorbell chime to be located in the hallway.
    3. Provide Linen closet in hall.
    4. Finished flooring in compliance with Section 15 C.

Appliance Package: provide all energy star equipment:

  1. All appliances to be GE, Whirlpool, or equal - provide specifications on all appliances.
  2. Standard 30" oven self-cleaning electric range with a window and digital clock.
  3. 30" microwave non-vented vent hood (if other kitchen exhaust is not provided).
  4. Disposal ½ hp.
  5. Standard dishwasher.
  6. All light bulbs to be energy savers, midgrade lighting package.
  7. Refrigerator shall be at least 17.9 cubic feet with tempered glass shelves and installed icemaker. Wire shelves are not permitted.

Garage:

  1. Walls and ceiling texture to be splattered drag.
  2. Provide one 2 light 4' surface mount fluorescent light fixtures.
  3. 1 - garage door w/ 1/3 hp automatic door opener.
  4. Smooth finish concrete floor slope toward the garage door.
  5. 1 - 50 gallon high eff., electric water heater on 18" platform, in safety pan w/ drain (if included in garage).
  6. Disappearing pull down stairs in garage area or per plan.
  7. Provide 3/4" or two layers of 7/16" OSB attic flooring decking above, minimum (3) 4 x 8 sheets.
  8. Provide a through wall low vent 5" x 10" in the wall of the garage near the garage door.

Integral covered parking:

  1. Roof structure of the house shall extend a minimum of 20' beyond the far edge of the driveway provide a covered parking space that is integral to the house.
  2. The depth of this covered parking space shall be a minimum of 20'
  3. An integrated storage closet shall be built into the back of the covered parking space that spans the width of the parking and has a minimum depth of 3'.
  4. A minimum of 1 exterior door shall be installed for access to this closet on the covered parking side.
  5. A minimum of 1 ceiling mounted light fixture shall be provided inside the covered parking space.
  6. Wall, doors, and columns shall be installed in a manner consistent with the rest of the home's exterior.
  7. Concrete shall be broom finished and sloped to drain.

Electrical System:

  1. All electrical outlets, switches, light fixtures, appliances as per current Waco adopted National Electric Code.
  2. Telephone outlets w/ Cat 5 wiring.
  3. TV outlets w/ dual coaxial cables - per plan.
  4. Chime unit with doorbell button at front door, upstairs on 2 stories.
  5. 200 amp service or equal.
  6. Home alarm system with a digital keypad. System will monitor front and back doors and all windows. System will have a horn installed in a discrete, exterior location. The digital keypad will be installed next to the garage door entry to home.
    All electrical work will be completed in accordance with the National Electric Code as adopted by the Code of Ordinances of the City of Waco, Texas. Electrical supply to the home will be routed underground from the supply pole, unless otherwise approved by the Utility Provider. Energy Star rated ceiling fans shall be installed in the living room and each bedroom. Fans will include five (5) 52-inch blades and a light kit (light kit may be sold separately). Ceiling fans will have a lifetime warranty. Ceiling fans will have an oil-rubbed Bronze finish or nickel finish.
    The dining room will have a minimum 5 light chandelier.
    One carbon monoxide detector shall be installed at locations required by IRC.
    A wired doorbell shall be installed at the front door according to manufacturer's instructions.

     

HVAC System:

  1. Provide minimum 14 SEER system complying with Waco adopted Mechanical and Energy Code.
  2. Provide R/A filter grills at the ceiling or wall filters to be pleated type.
  3. Provide R-6 duct system per submitted energy code design.
  4. Provide a programmable thermostat.
  5. Provide kitchen and bath exhaust.

    Heating/Cooling equipment shall be sized according to ANSI/ACCA Manual J (current edition), with duct system sized, designed, and installed according to Manual D (current edition).
    All HVAC equipment will be installed in accordance with the 2024 Edition of the International Mechanical Code & Amendments and 2018 IECC.
    The exterior HVAC unit will be installed and secured on a concrete pad.
    HVAC filter with a MERV 8 rating or greater shall be installed. A 12-month supply of filters will be provided by the contractor.

Plumbing Fixtures: Delta, Moen, or equal:

  1. All fixtures to be Delta, Moen, or equal.
  2. Toilets to be white standard 2 pc toilet 1.6 GPF min.
  3. Refrigerator space in kitchen to be supplied with water for ice maker.

Landscaping:

  1. Provide full sod (Bermuda or St. Augustine) in the front yard. Sod grass shall be installed through the entire front yard and at least 24-inches wide around the house.
  2. Provide 1 - 3 trees in the front yard.
  3. Care should be taken to preserve any existing trees as much as possible.
  4. The contractor shall remove any trees and/or tree limbs that interfere with the construction of the new home. Trees and limbs must be a minimum of six (6) feet from the new structure.
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