### Question
What is the definition of commercial building?


### Answer
The definition of **commercial building** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 6832*:

> any building other than a residential building, including any building developed for industrial or public purposes

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6832*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 81-ENERGY CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE RENEWAL > SUBCHAPTER II-ENERGY CONSERVATION STANDARDS FOR NEW BUILDINGS**

