# IEQ 3.5 Thermal Comfort - Ceiling Fans - Non-Residential
# Applies to
All non-residential development
# Objective
To provide comfortable indoor spaces and reduce energy needed for heating and cooling.
# Summary
Points are awarded where a minimum of 50% of regular use areas in tenancies are serviced by ceiling fans.
Additional points are awarded where a higher proportion of the regular use areas are serviced by ceiling fans.
Maximum points are awarded when 100% of the regular use areas are serviced by ceiling fans.
Ceiling fans are to permanently installed and have a speed controller. The floor area served by a ceiling fan is to be the lessor of:
- Manufacturer's recommendations
- 15sqm for a blade rotation diameter 900mm or greater but less than 1200mm
- 25sqm for a blade rotation diameter of 1200mm or greater
# Documentation & evidence required
Floor plans showing areas serviced by ceiling fans.