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Integrated Design Assistance Program#

Our Integrated Design Assistance Program (IDAP) brings together key stakeholders, including project owners, developers, design professionals and builders, for a whole-building approach, from concept to construction. Benefits include:

  • Buildings that are more cost-effective and durable
  • Better indoor air quality
  • Higher occupant satisfaction
  • Easier maintenance
  • Lower energy cost

IDAP provides incentives for design and construction. We also offer technical advice related to building science and energy code in addition to an optional performance incentive based on energy savings. New construction and major renovation projects can participate.

Participating project teams set an energy target early in the project that is at least 10% better than current energy code, and then design and build to that target.

To participate, submit an application during conceptual design, and no later than early schematic design.

If you don't qualify for IDAP, you can still participate in the Efficiency Works Business rebate program.

View Case Studies for Examples of Past Projects#

IDAP Steps#

Ambient Energy
1449 7th St.
Suite 440
Denver, CO 80204
303-278-1532
lmorrison@ambient-e.com

Bowman
323 3rd Ave.
Suite100
Longmont, CO 80501
720-853-0160
jgoodman@bowman.com

Energetics Consulting Engineers, LLC
6140 S. Gun Club Rd.
#K6-121
Aurora, CO 80016
303-876-7655 x700
elizabeth@energetics-eng.com

Energy Studio
5018 Underwood Ave.
#201
Omaha, NE 68132
askillman@energystudioinc.com

Group14 Engineering
1325 E 16th Ave.
Denver, CO 80218
303-861-2070
info@group14eng.com

Iconergy
1905 Sherman St.
Suite #1040
Denver, CO 80203
303-942-1713
info@iconergyco.com

McKinstry
16025 Table Mountain Parkway
Golden, CO 80403
303-215-4083
noahw@mckinstry.com

NORESCO
2540 Frontier Ave.
Suite 100
Boulder, CO 80301
303-444-4149
info@archenergy.com

Norton Energy R&D, LLC
1290 Ithaca Dr.
Boulder, CO 80305
303-579-3377
paul@paulnorton.net
(specializes in single-family and multi-family development projects)

Professional Engineering Consultants, P.A.
420 Linden St.
Suite 110
Fort Collins, CO 80524
970-232-9558
Chad.Hayes@pec1.com

The Weidt Group
1521 15th St.
Suite 100
Denver, CO 80202
303-573-9200
danak@twgi.com

  • Projects may include new construction or major renovation, be categorized as commercial or high-rise residential as defined by ASHRAE 90.1 and located within the City of Fort Collins electric service territory. Other project types may qualify to participate at the discretion of the IDAP Program Manager.
  • At time of application, the project is in a pre-design or schematic design stage and has sufficient flexibility for design changes in building form and energy efficiency strategies.
  • Fort Collins Utilities staff will be invited to attend design meetings for the project related to energy considerations and will be kept apprised of project progress and major energy-related decisions.
  • The project will be at least 5,000 gross square feet.

Did You Know?

You can save up to 10% on heating bills by using a programmable or smart thermostat to minimize heating when away from home or asleep.

We operate a flood warning system that monitors real-time rainfall information.

Rebates are available to insulate attics, exterior walls and crawl space walls, improving your home's comfort.