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What is Oregon BPS?
The Oregon Building Performance Standard (Oregon BPS) is a mandatory program that aims to bring awareness about building energy use to owners of existing commercial buildings, and to reduce energy use and utility costs for less efficient buildings.
Why It Matters to You
Energy and Cost Savings: The BPS encourages buildings to use energy more efficiently, which lowers energy bills and reduces long-term operating costs.
Climate and Environmental Benefits: By cutting energy use and carbon emissions, the BPS helps Oregon reach its clean energy and climate goals while improving air quality and sustainability.
Who Must Comply
Buildings that must comply with this program are divided into two tiers, based on Gross Floor Area and property type. The table below shows the two tiers covered by the Oregon BPS program.
Tier 1 buildings :
Commercial buildings over 35,000 square feet.
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Tier 2 Building:
Commercial buildings 20,000 to 35,000 square feet and which includes non-residential Hotel and Motel.
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Special Tier 2 buildings:
Commercial buildings greater than 35000 which includes Multifamily, Hospital, School, University, Dormitory
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What are your potential Incentives & penalties
Oregon BPS Summary Table
Building Type
Size
(Gross Floor Area)
Early Adopters Incentives
Penalties May Apply
Building Type
Tier 2 Commercial
(Non-Residentail, Hotel,Motel)
Size (Gross Floor Area)
≥ 20,000 sq. ft. - 35,000 sq. ft.
Early Adopters Incentives
$0.85/sq.ft.
Penalties May Apply
No Penalties
Building Type
Special Tier 2 Multifamily
(Residential, Hospital)
Size (Gross Floor Area)
≥ 35,000 sq. ft.
Early Adopters Incentives
$0.85/sq. ft.
Penalties May Apply
No Penalties
Building Type
Tier 1 Commercial
(Non-Residentail, Hotel, Motel)
Size (Gross Floor Area)
≥ 35,00 sq. ft.
Early Adopters Incentives
$0.85/sq. ft.
Penalties May Apply
$1.00/sq. ft. + $5,000
Tier 2 & Special Tier 2 buildings are required to report Energy Use Intensity and Energy Use Intensity Targets by
their July 1, 2028, compliance date.
Tier 1 buildings are required to report Energy Use Intensity and Energy Use Intensity Targets
and submit operations & maintenance and energy management plans by their compliance date.
Why Choose Insight Energy Consulting
- Oregon Expertise: We specialize in Oregon BPS and know the details of Tier 1, Tier 2 and Special Tier 2 requirements.
- Nationwide Energy Compliance: We over 12 years of expertise in assisting owners and managers navigate compliance.
- Proven Results: We've helped building owners secure incentives and avoid penalties-while reducing operating costs.
- Hands-On Support: We simplify compliance by managing the entire process for you.
- Compliance Guaranteed:We make sure your property stays fully compliant, no risk, no penalties.
Oregon BPS Compliance Services
Tier I Service
( ≥ 35,00 sq. ft )
Tier I: Basic Requirements
- Submit an application for a building (or a group of buildings)
- Determine the Energy Use Intensity Target (EUIt) based on building type and operation
- Calculate the Energy Use Intensity (EUI) from 12 continuous months of utility bills
- Energy Management Plan (EMP)
- Decarbonization Plan for grouped buildings with district systems
Tier I Incentives
$3.00/sf + $0.05 per kBtu saved >15 (capped at 50% of project cost).
Example: 100k ft² office → $85k–$200k+ incentive
💰 Packages designed to ensure you capture maximum funding
Tier I: Compliance Follow-Up Measures
For those Missing Targets:
- Report on their expected status 180 days before compliance date
- Complete an Energy Audit and Life Cycle Cost Assessment before their compliance date
- Implement cost-effective energy efficiency measures that reduce EUI
- Calculate and report the building’s updated EUI as milestones are reached
Tier I Incentives
$2.00/sf + $0.05 per kBtu saved >15 (capped at 50% of project cost).
Example: 100k ft² office → $85k–$200k+ incentive
💰 Packages designed to ensure you capture maximum funding
Tier II Service
( ≥ 20,000 - 35,000 sq. ft )
Tier II: Basic Requirements
- Submit an application for a building (or a group of buildings)
- Determine the Energy Use Intensity Target (EUIt) based on building type and operation
- Calculate the Energy Use Intensity (EUI) from 12 continuous months of utility bills
Tier 2 Incentives
$0.85/sf base; $0.85/sf with Anti-Displacement Agreement → Typical 50k = $37,500 incentive
💰 Net cost: $0 (if incentive approved)
Tier II: Building Type Definitions
- Tier 2 buildings are 20,000–35,000 sq. ft., owned by one entity.
- Tier 2 are (≥ 20,000 - 35,000 sq. ft.) with large specialized spaces.
- It includes Non-residential, Hotel, or Motel
- Non-residential excludes lodging types; hotels provide overnight rooms and guest services.
Tier 2 Incentives
$0.85/sf → Typical 20K – 35K building = $15,000 incentive
💰 Net cost: $0 (if incentive approved)
Special Tier II Service
( ≥ 35,000 sq. ft )
Special Tier II: Basic Requirements
- Submit an application for a building (or a group of buildings)
- Determine the Energy Use Intensity Target (EUIt) based on building type and operation
- Calculate the Energy Use Intensity (EUI) from 12 continuous months of utility bills
Special Tier 2 Incentives
$0.85/sf base; $0.85/sf with Anti-Displacement Agreement → Typical 50k = $37,500 incentive
💰 Net cost: $0 (if incentive approved)
Special Tier II: Building Type Definitions
- Special Tier 2 buildings are equals are above 35,000 sq. ft., owned by one entity.
- Special Tier 2 are ( ≥35,000 sq. ft. ) with large specialized spaces.
- It includes Multifamily, Hospital, School, University, Dormitory, Barracks, Prison, Residential/Senior Care Facility
- Non-residential excludes lodging types; hotels provide overnight rooms and guest services.
Special Tier 2 Incentives
$0.85/sf → Typical 35k building = $15,000 incentive
💰 Net cost: $0 (if incentive approved)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oregon BPS compliance?
The Oregon Building Performance Standard (Oregon BPS) is a mandatory program that aims to bring
awareness about building energy use to owners of existing commercial buildings, and to reduce
energy use and utility costs for less efficient buildings.
The State of Oregon adopted new energy performance requirements for commercial and multifamily buildings. These are in addition to Portland’s commercial energy reporting requirements; here is what commercial property owners need to know.
Who Required to comply with Oregon BPS?
All public and privately owned buildings, which meet the definition of a Tier 1, Tier 2 or Special Tier 2 covered building are subject to the requirements of the Buildings Performance Standard.
What’s the difference between Tier 1 and Tier 2 and Special Tier 2?
Tier 1 :
- Buildings greater than 35,000 square feet
- Does not include multifamily residential buildings
- Requirements: Benchmarking, energy management plan (EMP), operations and maintenance (O&M) program and performance metric
- Mandatory compliance begins in 2026 for buildings over 220,000 square feet
Tier 2 :
- Buildings greater than 20,000 to 35,000 square feet
- It includes Non-residential, Hotel, or Motel
- Tier 2 buildings are required to report Energy Use Intensity and Energy Use Intensity Targets by their July 1, 2028, compliance date
Special Tier 2 :
- Buildings equals or greater than 35,000 square feet
- It includes Multifamily, Hospital, School, University, Dormitory, Barracks, Prison, Residential/Senior Care Facility
- Tier 2 buildings are required to report Energy Use Intensity and Energy Use Intensity Targets by their July 1, 2028, compliance date
What can I do to get started with compliance?
Compliance with the Buildings Performance Standard is different depending on the size of your building. Tier 1 is buildings greater than 35,000 sf. Tier 2 is buildings greater than 20,000 sf to 35,000 sf and all multifamily buildings greater than 20,000 sf.
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For more information on Oregon BPS Tier 1 requirements visit Oregon State Department of Commerce
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For more information on Oregon BPS Tier 2 requirements visit Oregon State Department of Commerce
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