Los Angeles EBEWE Compliance

Comply with Los Angeles EBEWE ordinance requirements with expert help from Inland Empire Energy. We provide energy benchmarking, audits, and reporting to meet LADBS standards. Get started today.

What is the Los Angeles EBEWE Ordinance?

What Is EBEWE?

The Existing Buildings Energy and Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Ordinance is a Los Angeles law requiring large buildings to reduce energy and water use through annual benchmarking and five-year performance assessments.

Who Must Comply?

  • Privately owned buildings ≥ 20,000 sq ft in the City of Los Angeles.

  • Applies to commercial and multifamily properties.

  • Exemptions may apply for new buildings, low-occupancy sites, or recent audits.

What’s Required?

  • Annual Benchmarking

    • Submit your building’s energy and water usage data to the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS) using the ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager.

    • Due Date: June 1st every year.

  • Every 5 Years: Performance Assessment

    • ASHRAE Level II Energy Audit

    • Water Audit

    • Retro-Commissioning (RCx)

    • Due Date: December 1st of your building’s compliance year.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

  • See FAQ below for details regarding penalties.

Full Ordinance Details

https://dbs.lacity.gov/services/green-building-sustainability/ebewe

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How We Help

Benchmarking

We provide comprehensive energy and water benchmarking services using ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager. Our team ensures your building’s data is accurately collected, verified, and submitted in compliance with local and state ordinances like EBEWE and AB 802.

Performance Assessments (Audits, A/RCx)

Our licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), and team of energy efficiency specialists deliver ASHRAE Level II energy audits and retro-commissioning (RCx) services. We identify actionable improvements to help your building meet performance requirements and reduce operating costs.

Reporting

All of our services are turnkey—we handle every step of the compliance process, including documentation, submission to the appropriate governing agencies (such as LADBS), and confirmation of project acceptance. You stay informed and compliant without the hassle.

Why Choose Inland Empire Energy

Diverse Experience Across Compliance Programs
We bring hands-on expertise in a wide range of energy efficiency and compliance programs, including benchmarking, audits, and performance reporting.

Locally Owned by a Licensed Professional
Inland Empire Energy is independently owned and operated by a licensed expert—ensuring accountability, technical accuracy, and personalized service.

Data-Driven, Not Assumption-Based
Our recommendations are grounded in real building data—not generic industry estimates—so you get accurate, actionable insights.

Cost-Conscious, Value-Focused
We prioritize cost-effective solutions, pursue exemptions when applicable, and reduce project scope if savings potential doesn’t justify the investment.

Responsive, Client-Centered Communication
We focus on clear, timely communication with a commitment to client satisfaction—not upselling or profit-first tactics.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • Benchmarking involves tracking and reporting a building's energy and water use to ensure compliance with local regulations. It helps identify areas for improvement and ensures buildings meet city-specific performance standards.

  • An energy audit is a comprehensive assessment of a building's energy use. It identifies inefficiencies and provides actionable recommendations to enhance energy performance and reduce consumption, helping buildings comply with local energy standards.

  • To obtain an ENERGY STAR certification, your building must meet specific energy performance criteria. This involves benchmarking your building's energy use with the EPA ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and achieving a score of 75 or higher, indicating it performs better than 75% of similar buildings nationwide.

  • Qualifying exemptions allow buildings to be exempt from certain compliance requirements under specific conditions. To apply, you need to provide documentation proving your building meets the exemption criteria set by the local regulations. This process often involves submitting forms and supporting evidence to the relevant city authority.

  • Retro-commissioning is the process of optimizing existing building systems to improve their performance and efficiency. It involves identifying and correcting operational issues, ensuring that systems function as intended. This is important for maintaining compliance with energy and water regulations and enhancing overall building efficiency.

Need More Help?

Ready to Get Compliant?

Fill out the form below and our team will reach out within 1 business day to help you meet your EBEWE compliance requirements—fast, accurate, and stress-free.

Prefer to connect directly?
Call us at 909-906-0840
Email us at team@inlandempireenergy.com