Comment on FR Doc # 2012-19179

Where the Energy Consumption Model utility allowance methodology under 1.42-10(b)(4)(ii)(E) is available as the applicable utility allowance, what is the purpose of the following language regarding 12 months of building consumption data: "Use of the energy consumption model is limited to the building's consumption data for the twelve-month period ending no earlier than 60 days prior to the beginning of the 90-day period under paragraph (c)(1) of this section…In the case of newly constructed or renovated buildings with less than 12 months of consumption data, the qualified professional may use consumption data for the 12-month period of units of similar size and construction in the geographic area in which the building containing the units is located."