### Question
How is the term building defined?


### Answer
The term **building** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 6371* as the following:

> any structure the construction of which was completed on or before May 1, 1989, which includes a heating or cooling system, or both

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 6371*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 77-ENERGY CONSERVATION > SUBCHAPTER III-IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY > Part E-Energy Conservation Program for Schools and Hospitals**

