# Management 2.3 Thermal Performance Modelling - Non-Residential
# Applies to
All non-residential development
# Objective
To encourage and recognise developments that use thermal modelling to inform passive design at the early design stage.
# Summary
Points are awarded where it is demonstrated that minimum BCA Section J requirements have been met or exceeded using a preliminary JV3 (see below) model and/or preliminary Deemed-to-Satisfy requirements (DTS) (see below). Undertake a preliminary JV3 model and/or undertake completion of preliminary DTS assessment including glazing calculator. JV3 energy simulations may be more appropriate on larger or more complex buildings.
Note this credit is awarded for undertaking this early modelling / investigation. Modelling results that show an improvement on the Building Code of Australia are awarded points in the Energy category.
# Documentation & evidence required
- Documentation, such as a JV3 report (including assumptions) and/or a preliminary Deemed-To-Satisfy assessment including glazing calculator that demonstrates that the minimum standards have been achieved or exceeded.
- Documentation is to include a summary of the building fabric assumptions.