BEDES Dictionary
Version 2.6
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| Term | Term Definition | Lists | Unit of Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term Subaddress Identifier |
Term Definition
The letters, numbers, words, or combination thereof used to distinguish different subaddresses of the same type when several occur within the same feature. For example, in subaddress "Building 4", the Subaddress Identifier = "4". Subaddress Identifier can also be parts of a building, for example "Penthouse" or "Mezzanine". |
Lists | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Subaddress Type |
Term Definition
The type of subaddress to which the associated Subaddress Identifier applies. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Telephone Extension |
Term Definition
Extension number ot reach the contact. |
Lists | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Telephone Number |
Term Definition
Telephone number associated with the contact. Format: Country code (area code) NNN-NNNN. |
Lists | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Telephone Number Label |
Term Definition
The type of telephone number, to distinguish between multiple instances of Telephone Number. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Utility Services |
Term Definition
Energy services offered by the utility, please se Resources for a complete list of constrained list options. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Years of Experience |
Term Definition
Number of years of experience of the person being described by the Role term. |
Lists | Unit of Measure years | |
| Term ZIP Code |
Term Definition
A system of 5-digit codes that identifies the individual Post Office or metropolitan area delivery station associated with an address. |
Lists | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term ZIP Plus 4 |
Term Definition
A 4-digit extension of the 5-digit ZIP Code (preceded by a hyphen) that, in conjunction with the ZIP Code, identifies a specific range of USPS delivery addresses. |
Lists | Unit of Measure None |
| Term | Term Definition | Lists | Unit of Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Term Air Infiltration Blower Door Test |
Term Definition
Type of blower door test. Use Air Infiltration Test to qualify these values. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Air Infiltration Description |
Term Definition
Description of the infiltration characteristics for an opaque surface, fenestration unit, a thermal zone. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Air Infiltration Test |
Term Definition
Type of air infiltration test performed on the premises |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Air Infiltration Value |
Term Definition
The measured value from the Air Infiltration test. |
Lists | Unit of Measure Unknown | |
| Term Air Infiltration Value Units |
Term Definition
The units of measure for the Air Infiltration Value field. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Attic Access Location |
Term Definition
Description of where the attic is located, generally thought of as what type of space (conditioned or not) it is next to. Use the Conditioning Status term for a full list that can be applied to this term. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Attic Component |
Term Definition
Element of an attic |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Attic Venting |
Term Definition
Description of how the attic is vented. Use the Conditioning Status term for a full list that can be applied to this term. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Ceiling Configuration |
Term Definition
Description of the type of ceiling in the premises. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Construction Method |
Term Definition
The general description of the main structural construction method used for an Opaque Surface. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Door Construction |
Term Definition
Type of door construction. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Fenestration |
Term Definition
A premises component that contain some type of transparent or translucent glazing material, as well as some type of framing or sash material. [NOTE: The Location term can be added to this term if there is a need to differentiate between interior and exterior fenestration products, or in any other way describe the location of the product.] |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Fenestration Assembly Type | Term Definition | Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Fenestration Certification |
Term Definition
Type of certification for a fenestration product. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Fenestration Frame Material |
Term Definition
The construction and material used in the frame of the fenestration product. Some frames are made of combinations of materials. This characterization also include whether an aluminum frame has a thermal break as part of the construction |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None | |
| Term Fenestration Gas Fill |
Term Definition
For a sealed glazing system (commonly called an Insulated Glass Unit (IGU), the gas that is found between the panes of glass. |
Lists View | Unit of Measure None |