Table 1. Variables for archetype definition and sources.
| Variable | Source |
|---|---|
| Building size (sqft) | Assessor DB |
| Building age | Assessor DB/RASS |
| Number of stories | RASS |
| Number of bedrooms | RASS |
| Presence of garage | RASS |
| Cooling technology and age | RASS |
| Heating technology and age | RASS |
| Window quality | RASS |
| Framing and foundation | Assessor handbook |
| Exterior finishes | Assessor handbook |
| Interior finishes | Assessor handbook |
| Ceiling fans | RASS |
| Temperature set point | RASS |
| Water heater technology and age | RASS |
| Insulation (walls and attic) | RASS |
| Quality class code | Assessor DB |
| Lighting type | RASS |
| Refrigerator type, size and age | RASS |
| Ranges and ovens | RASS |
| Washer and dryer | RASS |
| TVs and PCs | RASS |
| Pool presence | Assessor DB |
| Pool pump/heater fuel | RASS |
DB, Database; RASS, Residential Appliance Saturation Survey.