What Is the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E Form?
The CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E form is the official Certificate of Compliance for indoor lighting regulated under California's Nonresidential Energy Efficiency Standards. Licensed contractors and energy consultants must submit this certificate before receiving a certificate of occupancy for any covered nonresidential or high-rise residential facility that involves indoor lighting installation or alteration.
Who Needs to Complete This Form?
The following professionals typically prepare and submit the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E certificate of compliance:
- Electrical engineers and lighting designers handling nonresidential indoor lighting
- Contractors performing lighting installation in hotels, motels, and schools
- Energy consultants preparing compliance documentation for new construction and tenant improvements
- Permit applicants responsible for California Energy Commission code adherence
How to Fill Out the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E Form
Follow these steps to complete the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E form and meet California Energy Commission criteria:
- Enter the lighting name and preparation date. Record the complete indoor lighting name and the date the compliance documentation was prepared.
- Select your climate zone. Identify the California Energy Commission climate zone for the site location. The climate zone determines applicable indoor lighting power allowances.
- Record the floor areas. Enter the total conditioned and unconditioned floor area in square feet. Use separate rows for each occupancy category within the scope.
- Choose a compliance method. Select one of three California Energy Code paths: the Complete Building method, the Area Category method, or the Tailored method. Each uses a different worksheet for documenting indoor lighting power.
- Complete the lighting power allowance section. Document the allowed and proposed lighting power density values. The proposed values must not exceed the allowed maximum for the chosen method.
- Confirm lighting controls. Verify that all required controls, including occupancy sensors and dimming systems, are included in the installation plan and meet applicable lighting control criteria.
- Attach required sub-documents. Depending on the method chosen, attach the applicable worksheets such as the lighting controls compliance document, power allowance worksheet, and tailored method calculation sheets.
- Sign the compliance declaration. The responsible party must sign to confirm that all required installation and acceptance certificates will be obtained upon completion, as required by the California Energy Commission.
Related California Energy Commission Forms
The CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E form is one of several nonresidential compliance documents required for California Energy Code work. You may also need these related forms:
- CEC-NRCI-MCH-01-E Form for mechanical system installation compliance
- CEC CF-1R Add Form for additions and alterations
- Emergency Lighting Certificate for life safety lighting documentation
- Certificate of Compliance Form for general construction compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between NRCC and NRCI lighting forms?
NRCC (Nonresidential Compliance Certificate) forms such as the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E are submitted before construction to document the planned compliance approach. NRCI (Nonresidential Certificates of Installation) forms are submitted after construction to confirm that the installed systems match the compliance plan and energy code criteria.
Can I fill out the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E form online?
Yes. Use the PDF editor on this page to fill out, sign, and save the certificate of compliance directly in your browser. Download the completed PDF form for submission to the local building department.
Which facilities require the CEC-NRCC-LTI-01-E form?
The form is required for nonresidential structures, high-rise residential facilities four stories and above, hotels, motels, relocatable public school buildings, and all other occupancy types covered by California's Nonresidential Energy Efficiency Standards when indoor lighting is involved.