
Building Energy Saving
Ordinance (BESO)
City of Berkeley ONLY*
Our team has completed many BESO required Home Energy Scores for realtors, home owners, and contractors. By utilizing our services, we can help you achieve compliance without causing a major headache. By completing our online form or giving our office a call, we can help guide you through the process.
BESO COMPLIANCE STEPS
Providing contractors convenience and savings by utilizing our permit division,
along with our Archon Compass™ platform.
Check building status
Look up the building address on the BESO property status list.
Choose compliance options
Submit Energy Assessment or Apply for Deferral (Time of Sale Deferral, Deferral for New or Planned Construction or Apply for Exemption.)
Complete BESO Application Form
Complete the application form. If you need help, give us a call and our friendly staff can help!
Submit completed BESO application
After completion of the BESO application form and the Home Energy Score, submitting completed forms will be required by mail. Ask us how we can help!
Disclose building status to prospective buyers
BESO information and status is available on the City's website. Energy information must be provided to prospective buyers.
BESO Requirements:
Energy Efficiency Assessment


BESO Energy Assessments Reveal Individualized Energy Improvement Opportunities
Developed by the Department of Energy and its national laboratories, the Home Energy Score™ provides home owners, buyers, and renters directly comparable and credible information about a home’s energy use. Like a miles-per-gallon rating for a car, the Home Energy Score is based on a standard assessment of energy-related assets to easily compare energy use across the housing market. We utilize this assessment for BESO compliance.
- BESO Application for Compliance
- BESO Property Status List
- Registered Energy Assessor List
How Our Process Works

BESO inspection pricing guide:
0-2999 sqft home $425*
3000-4999 sqft home $525*
5000-6999 sqft home $625*
7000+ sqft home*
*Pricing does not include the $79 fee to the BESO program.
Other fees and restrictions may apply.