LL87 and LL88: What Building Owners Need to Prepare

LL87 and LL88 are energy-related compliance topics that can require planning, professional coordination, and documentation. For owners and boards, the key is to understand that these items should not be handled at the last minute.

A management team can help organize the process, coordinate with qualified professionals, and track next steps.

Understand the building's obligations

Not every building has the same requirements. Owners should confirm whether their property is subject to specific energy-related laws and what timing applies.

This should be reviewed with the appropriate professionals or official resources.

Gather building information

Energy-related compliance often requires information about building systems, equipment, prior work, access areas, and documentation. The earlier this information is organized, the smoother the process becomes.

Coordinate qualified professionals

Energy audits, retro-commissioning, lighting, and sub-metering issues may involve engineers, consultants, electricians, or other qualified parties. Management can help coordinate access, scheduling, and communication.

Track recommendations and next steps

After review, there may be recommendations, required work, documentation, or follow-up items. Owners and boards should track these items clearly.

Connect compliance to budgeting

Energy-related work may affect future budgets. Boards and owners should understand potential costs, timing, and priorities so decisions are not made reactively.

Conclusion

LL87 and LL88 preparation is easier when it is built into the building's compliance and capital planning process. Organized coordination helps owners move from uncertainty to a practical plan.