Section 45.88.090. Definition.

   (a) In AS 45.88.010 - 45.88.090,
        (1) "alternative energy system"
             (A) means a source of thermal, mechanical or electrical energy that is not dependent on oil or gas or a nuclear fuel for the supply of energy for space heating and cooling, refrigeration and cold storage, electrical power, mechanical power, or the heating of water;
             (B) includes
                  (i) an alternative energy property as defined by 26 U.S.C. 48(a)(3)(A) (Sec. 301, P.L. 95-618, Internal Revenue Code);
                  (ii) a method of architectural design and construction that provides for the collection, storage, and use of direct radiation from the sun;
                  (iii) a woodstove that complies with the provisions of 40 C.F.R. 60.530;
                  (iv) a steam, hot water, or ducted hot air central heating system that uses wood or coal for fuel; and
                  (v) a high efficiency wood pellet or grain stove;
             (C) does not include
                  (i) a stove that uses only coal or oil for fuel; or
                  (ii) a fireplace or fireplace insert;
        (2) "commercial building"
             (A) means a building that is intended to be used for commercial purposes;
             (B) does not include
                  (i) a residential structure or mobile home that contains one to four family housing units; or
                  (ii) individual units of condominiums or cooperatives;
        (3) "energy conservation improvement" means
             (A) structural insulation;
             (B) thermal windows and doors;
             (C) a furnace replacement burner designed to achieve a reduction in the amount of fuel consumed as a result of increased combustion efficiency;
             (D) a device for modifying flue openings designed to increase the efficiency of operation of the heating system;
             (E) an electrical or mechanical furnace ignition system that replaces a gas pilot light;
             (F) an automatic energy-saving setback thermostat;
             (G) a meter that displays the cost of energy usage;
             (H) caulking and weather-stripping of doors and windows;
             (I) insulating shades and shutters;
             (J) air and water recuperators.
   (b)  [Renumbered as AS 45.88.010(d)].  

Authorities

45.88.500;45.88.090

Notes

References

AS 45.88.500 [Subsection (a) renumbered as AS 45.88.090; subsection (b)
AS 45.88.500

History

(Sec. 34 ch 83 SLA 1980; am Sec. 59, 60 ch 113 SLA 1982; am Sec. 10 ch 79 SLA 1983; am Sec. 20 ch 102 SLA 1983; am Sec. 27 ch 83 SLA 2010)

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