# Energy 1.2 Thermal Performance Rating - Residential
# Applies to
All residential developments
# Objective
To reduce reliance on mechanical systems to achieve thermal comfort in summer and winter - improving comfort, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, and maintenance costs.
# Summary
Points are awarded when the average Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) rating is 6.5 or higher. More points are awarded for each 0.5 improvement in the average NatHERS rating, as follows:
- >6.5 stars - 16%
- >7.0 stars - 50%
- >7.5 stars - 66%
- >8.0 stars - 83%
- >8.5 stars - 100%
# Documentation & evidence required
- Preliminary NatHERS ratings