Tuscaloosa Climate Zone & Energy Code
Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 3A (hot-humid). Heating design 20°F, cooling design 96°F/78°F.
Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: Alabama adopted IECC 2015 as the state energy code. ACCA Manual J is required for all HVAC permit applications in Tuscaloosa County.
Local Electric Utility: Alabama Power (Southern Company)
Building Department: City of Tuscaloosa Building Inspections
Local Trade Association: ACCA Alabama Chapter