Augusta Climate Zone & Energy Code

Climate Zone: IECC Climate Zone 3A (mixed-humid). Augusta's Savannah River valley location produces hot summers (96°F/77°F cooling design) and genuine winters (22°F heating design). One of Georgia's hotter cities for cooling load purposes.

Energy Code & Manual J Requirement: Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code (IECC 2015). ACCA Manual J required for all Richmond County and Augusta metro HVAC permit applications.

Local Electric Utility: Georgia Power (Southern Company)

Building Department: Augusta-Richmond County Planning & Development Building Regulatory Services

Local Trade Association: ACCA Georgia Chapter