urbanopt-cli 0.8.3 → 0.9.0

data/example_files/resources/hpxml-measures/BuildResidentialHPXML/measure.xml

@@ -3,13 +3,13 @@
   <schema_version>3.0</schema_version>
   <name>build_residential_hpxml</name>
   <uid>a13a8983-2b01-4930-8af2-42030b6e4233</uid>
-  <version_id>baab1e43-e4a9-4d84-8f44-aed424d5a63a</version_id>
-  <version_modified>20220512T032600Z</version_modified>
+  <version_id>fbb5e3c4-cf56-4831-8a0e-72df11c94c02</version_id>
+  <version_modified>20221117T175832Z</version_modified>
   <xml_checksum>2C38F48B</xml_checksum>
   <class_name>BuildResidentialHPXML</class_name>
   <display_name>HPXML Builder</display_name>
   <description>Builds a residential HPXML file.</description>
-  <modeler_description>TODO</modeler_description>
+  <modeler_description>Note: OS-HPXML default values can be found in the OS-HPXML documentation or can be seen by using the 'apply_defaults' argument.</modeler_description>
   <arguments>
     <argument>
       <name>hpxml_path</name>
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>occupancy_calculation_type</name>
       <display_name>Occupancy Calculation Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of occupancy calculation type. If 'asset' is chosen, various end uses (e.g., clothes washer) are calculated using number of bedrooms and/or conditioned floor area. If 'operational' is chosen, end uses based on number of bedrooms are adjusted for the number of occupants. Defaults to 'asset'.</description>
+      <description>The type of occupancy calculation type. If 'asset' is chosen, various end uses (e.g., clothes washer) are calculated using number of bedrooms and/or conditioned floor area. If 'operational' is chosen, end uses based on number of bedrooms are adjusted for the number of occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -64,7 +64,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>simulation_control_timestep</name>
       <display_name>Simulation Control: Timestep</display_name>
-      <description>Value must be a divisor of 60.</description>
+      <description>Value must be a divisor of 60. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Integer</type>
       <units>min</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -73,7 +73,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>simulation_control_run_period</name>
       <display_name>Simulation Control: Run Period</display_name>
-      <description>Enter a date like "Jan 1 - Dec 31".</description>
+      <description>Enter a date like "Jan 1 - Dec 31". If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -81,7 +81,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>simulation_control_run_period_calendar_year</name>
       <display_name>Simulation Control: Run Period Calendar Year</display_name>
-      <description>This numeric field should contain the calendar year that determines the start day of week. If you are running simulations using AMY weather files, the value entered for calendar year will not be used; it will be overridden by the actual year found in the AMY weather file.</description>
+      <description>This numeric field should contain the calendar year that determines the start day of week. If you are running simulations using AMY weather files, the value entered for calendar year will not be used; it will be overridden by the actual year found in the AMY weather file. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Integer</type>
       <units>year</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -90,7 +90,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>simulation_control_daylight_saving_enabled</name>
       <display_name>Simulation Control: Daylight Saving Enabled</display_name>
-      <description>Whether to use daylight saving.</description>
+      <description>Whether to use daylight saving. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -108,7 +108,15 @@
     <argument>
       <name>simulation_control_daylight_saving_period</name>
       <display_name>Simulation Control: Daylight Saving Period</display_name>
-      <description>Enter a date like "Mar 15 - Dec 15".</description>
+      <description>Enter a date like "Mar 15 - Dec 15". If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>simulation_control_temperature_capacitance_multiplier</name>
+      <display_name>Simulation Control: Temperature Capacitance Multiplier</display_name>
+      <description>Affects the transient calculation of indoor air temperatures. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -116,7 +124,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>site_type</name>
       <display_name>Site: Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of site.</description>
+      <description>The type of site. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -138,16 +146,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>site_shielding_of_home</name>
       <display_name>Site: Shielding of Home</display_name>
-      <description>Presence of nearby buildings, trees, obstructions for infiltration model.  A value of 'auto' will use 'normal'.</description>
+      <description>Presence of nearby buildings, trees, obstructions for infiltration model. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>exposed</value>
           <display_name>exposed</display_name>
@@ -162,6 +165,15 @@
         </choice>
       </choices>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>site_ground_conductivity</name>
+      <display_name>Site: Ground Conductivity</display_name>
+      <description>Conductivity of the ground soil. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>Btu/hr-ft-F</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>site_zip_code</name>
       <display_name>Site: Zip Code</display_name>
@@ -495,7 +507,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>year_built</name>
       <display_name>Building Construction: Year Built</display_name>
-      <description>The year the building was built</description>
+      <description>The year the building was built.</description>
       <type>Integer</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -652,27 +664,25 @@
     <argument>
       <name>geometry_unit_num_bathrooms</name>
       <display_name>Geometry: Unit Number of Bathrooms</display_name>
-      <description>The number of bathrooms in the unit.  A value of 'auto' will default the value based on the number of bedrooms.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The number of bathrooms in the unit. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>geometry_unit_num_occupants</name>
       <display_name>Geometry: Unit Number of Occupants</display_name>
-      <description>The number of occupants in the unit. A value of 'auto' will default the value based on the number of bedrooms. Used to specify the internal gains from people only.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The number of occupants in the unit. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used. Required if Occupancy Calculation Type is 'operational'.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>geometry_building_num_units</name>
       <display_name>Geometry: Building Number of Units</display_name>
-      <description>The number of units in the building. This is required for single-family attached and apartment units.</description>
+      <description>The number of units in the building. Required for single-family attached and apartment units.</description>
       <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -931,11 +941,20 @@
     <argument>
       <name>geometry_has_flue_or_chimney</name>
       <display_name>Geometry: Has Flue or Chimney</display_name>
-      <description>Presence of flue or chimney for infiltration model.  A value of 'auto' will default based on the fuel type and efficiency of space/water heating equipment in the home.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <description>Presence of flue or chimney for infiltration model. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <choices>
+        <choice>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
+        </choice>
+      </choices>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>neighbor_front_distance</name>
@@ -980,42 +999,38 @@
     <argument>
       <name>neighbor_front_height</name>
       <display_name>Neighbor: Front Height</display_name>
-      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the front. A value of 'auto' will use the same height as this building.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the front. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>neighbor_back_height</name>
       <display_name>Neighbor: Back Height</display_name>
-      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the back. A value of 'auto' will use the same height as this building.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the back. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>neighbor_left_height</name>
       <display_name>Neighbor: Left Height</display_name>
-      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the left. A value of 'auto' will use the same height as this building.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the left. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>neighbor_right_height</name>
       <display_name>Neighbor: Right Height</display_name>
-      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the right. A value of 'auto' will use the same height as this building.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The height of the neighboring building to the right. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>floor_over_foundation_assembly_r</name>
@@ -1037,24 +1052,83 @@
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>28.1</default_value>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>floor_type</name>
+      <display_name>Floor: Type</display_name>
+      <description>The type of floors.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>true</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <default_value>WoodFrame</default_value>
+      <choices>
+        <choice>
+          <value>WoodFrame</value>
+          <display_name>WoodFrame</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>StructuralInsulatedPanel</value>
+          <display_name>StructuralInsulatedPanel</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>SolidConcrete</value>
+          <display_name>SolidConcrete</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>SteelFrame</value>
+          <display_name>SteelFrame</display_name>
+        </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_type</name>
       <display_name>Foundation Wall: Type</display_name>
-      <description>The material type of the foundation wall.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <description>The material type of the foundation wall. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <choices>
+        <choice>
+          <value>solid concrete</value>
+          <display_name>solid concrete</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>concrete block</value>
+          <display_name>concrete block</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>concrete block foam core</value>
+          <display_name>concrete block foam core</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>concrete block perlite core</value>
+          <display_name>concrete block perlite core</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>concrete block vermiculite core</value>
+          <display_name>concrete block vermiculite core</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>concrete block solid core</value>
+          <display_name>concrete block solid core</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>double brick</value>
+          <display_name>double brick</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>wood</value>
+          <display_name>wood</display_name>
+        </choice>
+      </choices>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_thickness</name>
       <display_name>Foundation Wall: Thickness</display_name>
-      <description>The thickness of the foundation wall.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The thickness of the foundation wall. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>in</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_insulation_r</name>
@@ -1089,27 +1163,25 @@
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_insulation_distance_to_top</name>
       <display_name>Foundation Wall: Insulation Distance To Top</display_name>
-      <description>The distance from the top of the foundation wall to the top of the foundation wall insulation. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. A value of 'auto' will use zero.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The distance from the top of the foundation wall to the top of the foundation wall insulation. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_insulation_distance_to_bottom</name>
       <display_name>Foundation Wall: Insulation Distance To Bottom</display_name>
-      <description>The distance from the top of the foundation wall to the bottom of the foundation wall insulation. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. A value of 'auto' will use the height of the foundation wall.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The distance from the top of the foundation wall to the bottom of the foundation wall insulation. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>foundation_wall_assembly_r</name>
       <display_name>Foundation Wall: Assembly R-value</display_name>
-      <description>Assembly R-value for the foundation walls. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. If provided, overrides the previous foundation wall insulation inputs.</description>
+      <description>Assembly R-value for the foundation walls. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. If provided, overrides the previous foundation wall insulation inputs. If not provided, it is ignored.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>h-ft^2-R/Btu</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1118,7 +1190,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>rim_joist_assembly_r</name>
       <display_name>Rim Joist: Assembly R-value</display_name>
-      <description>Assembly R-value for the rim joists. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces.</description>
+      <description>Assembly R-value for the rim joists. Only applies to basements/crawlspaces. Required if a rim joist height is provided.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>h-ft^2-R/Btu</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1167,32 +1239,29 @@
     <argument>
       <name>slab_thickness</name>
       <display_name>Slab: Thickness</display_name>
-      <description>The thickness of the slab. Zero can be entered if there is a dirt floor instead of a slab.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The thickness of the slab. Zero can be entered if there is a dirt floor instead of a slab. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>in</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>slab_carpet_fraction</name>
       <display_name>Slab: Carpet Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of the slab floor area that is carpeted.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Fraction of the slab floor area that is carpeted. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>slab_carpet_r</name>
       <display_name>Slab: Carpet R-value</display_name>
-      <description>R-value of the slab carpet.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>R-value of the slab carpet. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>h-ft^2-R/Btu</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ceiling_assembly_r</name>
@@ -1207,7 +1276,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>roof_material_type</name>
       <display_name>Roof: Material Type</display_name>
-      <description>The material type of the roof.</description>
+      <description>The material type of the roof. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -1253,11 +1322,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>roof_color</name>
       <display_name>Roof: Color</display_name>
-      <description>The color of the roof.</description>
+      <description>The color of the roof. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>medium</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>dark</value>
@@ -1363,8 +1431,8 @@
           <display_name>LogWall</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>StructurallyInsulatedPanel</value>
-          <display_name>StructurallyInsulatedPanel</display_name>
+          <value>StructuralInsulatedPanel</value>
+          <display_name>StructuralInsulatedPanel</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>SolidConcrete</value>
@@ -1391,7 +1459,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>wall_siding_type</name>
       <display_name>Wall: Siding Type</display_name>
-      <description>The siding type of the walls. Also applies to rim joists.</description>
+      <description>The siding type of the walls. Also applies to rim joists. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -1445,11 +1513,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>wall_color</name>
       <display_name>Wall: Color</display_name>
-      <description>The color of the walls. Also applies to rim joists.</description>
+      <description>The color of the walls. Also applies to rim joists. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>medium</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>dark</value>
@@ -1576,12 +1643,21 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_fraction_operable</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Fraction Operable</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of windows that are operable.</description>
+      <description>Fraction of windows that are operable. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>window_natvent_availability</name>
+      <display_name>Windows: Natural Ventilation Availability</display_name>
+      <description>For operable windows, the number of days/week that windows can be opened by occupants for natural ventilation. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
+      <units>Days/week</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>window_ufactor</name>
       <display_name>Windows: U-Factor</display_name>
@@ -1604,7 +1680,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_interior_shading_winter</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Winter Interior Shading</display_name>
-      <description>Interior shading multiplier for the heating season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc.</description>
+      <description>Interior shading multiplier for the heating season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1613,7 +1689,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_interior_shading_summer</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Summer Interior Shading</display_name>
-      <description>Interior shading multiplier for the cooling season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc.</description>
+      <description>Interior shading multiplier for the cooling season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1622,7 +1698,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_exterior_shading_winter</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Winter Exterior Shading</display_name>
-      <description>Exterior shading multiplier for the heating season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc.</description>
+      <description>Exterior shading multiplier for the heating season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1631,7 +1707,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_exterior_shading_summer</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Summer Exterior Shading</display_name>
-      <description>Exterior shading multiplier for the cooling season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc.</description>
+      <description>Exterior shading multiplier for the cooling season. 1.0 indicates no reduction in solar gain, 0.85 indicates 15% reduction, etc. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -1640,7 +1716,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>window_storm_type</name>
       <display_name>Windows: Storm Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of storm, if present.</description>
+      <description>The type of storm, if present. If not provided, assumes there is no storm.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -1837,7 +1913,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>skylight_storm_type</name>
       <display_name>Skylights: Storm Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of storm, if present.</description>
+      <description>The type of storm, if present. If not provided, assumes there is no storm.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -1917,7 +1993,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_type</name>
       <display_name>Heating System: Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of heating system. Use 'none' if there is no heating system.</description>
+      <description>The type of heating system. Use 'none' if there is no heating system or if there is a heat pump serving a heating load.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -1963,10 +2039,6 @@
           <value>FixedHeater</value>
           <display_name>FixedHeater</display_name>
         </choice>
-        <choice>
-          <value>PackagedTerminalAirConditionerHeating</value>
-          <display_name>PackagedTerminalAirConditionerHeating</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>Shared Boiler w/ Baseboard</value>
           <display_name>Shared Boiler w/ Baseboard</display_name>
@@ -1980,7 +2052,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_fuel</name>
       <display_name>Heating System: Fuel Type</display_name>
-      <description>The fuel type of the heating system. Ignored for ElectricResistance and PackagedTerminalAirConditionerHeating.</description>
+      <description>The fuel type of the heating system. Ignored for ElectricResistance.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2029,12 +2101,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_heating_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Heating System: Heating Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The output heating capacity of the heating system. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output heating capacity of the heating system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_fraction_heat_load_served</name>
@@ -2049,7 +2120,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_airflow_defect_ratio</name>
       <display_name>Heating System: Airflow Defect Ratio</display_name>
-      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the heating system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to Furnace.</description>
+      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the heating system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to Furnace. If not provided, assumes no defect.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2058,7 +2129,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_type</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Type</display_name>
-      <description>The type of cooling system. Use 'none' if there is no cooling system.</description>
+      <description>The type of cooling system. Use 'none' if there is no cooling system or if there is a heat pump serving a cooling load.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2093,7 +2164,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_cooling_efficiency_type</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Efficiency Type</display_name>
-      <description>The efficiency type of the cooling system. System types central air conditioner and mini-split use SEER. System types room air conditioner and packaged terminal air conditioner use EER or CEER. Ignored for system type evaporative cooler.</description>
+      <description>The efficiency type of the cooling system. System types central air conditioner and mini-split use SEER or SEER2. System types room air conditioner and packaged terminal air conditioner use EER or CEER. Ignored for system type evaporative cooler.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2103,6 +2174,10 @@
           <value>SEER</value>
           <display_name>SEER</display_name>
         </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>SEER2</value>
+          <display_name>SEER2</display_name>
+        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>EER</value>
           <display_name>EER</display_name>
@@ -2118,7 +2193,6 @@
       <display_name>Cooling System: Efficiency</display_name>
       <description>The rated efficiency value of the cooling system. Ignored for evaporative cooler.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <units>SEER or EER or CEER</units>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>13</default_value>
@@ -2126,7 +2200,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_cooling_compressor_type</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Cooling Compressor Type</display_name>
-      <description>The compressor type of the cooling system. Only applies to central air conditioner.</description>
+      <description>The compressor type of the cooling system. Only applies to central air conditioner. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2148,7 +2222,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_cooling_sensible_heat_fraction</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Cooling Sensible Heat Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>The sensible heat fraction of the cooling system. Ignored for evaporative cooler.</description>
+      <description>The sensible heat fraction of the cooling system. Ignored for evaporative cooler. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2157,12 +2231,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_cooling_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Cooling Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The output cooling capacity of the cooling system. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output cooling capacity of the cooling system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_fraction_cool_load_served</name>
@@ -2196,7 +2269,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_airflow_defect_ratio</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Airflow Defect Ratio</display_name>
-      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the cooling system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to central air conditioner and ducted mini-split.</description>
+      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the cooling system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to central air conditioner and ducted mini-split. If not provided, assumes no defect.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2205,7 +2278,72 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooling_system_charge_defect_ratio</name>
       <display_name>Cooling System: Charge Defect Ratio</display_name>
-      <description>The refrigerant charge defect ratio, defined as (InstalledCharge - DesignCharge) / DesignCharge, of the cooling system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no refrigerant charge defect. Applies only to central air conditioner and mini-split.</description>
+      <description>The refrigerant charge defect ratio, defined as (InstalledCharge - DesignCharge) / DesignCharge, of the cooling system per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no refrigerant charge defect. Applies only to central air conditioner and mini-split. If not provided, assumes no defect.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>Frac</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>cooling_system_integrated_heating_system_fuel</name>
+      <display_name>Cooling System: Integrated Heating System Fuel Type</display_name>
+      <description>The fuel type of the heating system integrated into cooling system. Only used for packaged terminal air conditioner and room air conditioner.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
+        <choice>
+          <value>electricity</value>
+          <display_name>electricity</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>natural gas</value>
+          <display_name>natural gas</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>fuel oil</value>
+          <display_name>fuel oil</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>propane</value>
+          <display_name>propane</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>wood</value>
+          <display_name>wood</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>wood pellets</value>
+          <display_name>wood pellets</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>coal</value>
+          <display_name>coal</display_name>
+        </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>cooling_system_integrated_heating_system_efficiency_percent</name>
+      <display_name>Cooling System: Integrated Heating System Efficiency</display_name>
+      <description>The rated heating efficiency value of the heating system integrated into cooling system. Only used for packaged terminal air conditioner and room air conditioner.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>Frac</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>cooling_system_integrated_heating_system_capacity</name>
+      <display_name>Cooling System: Integrated Heating System Heating Capacity</display_name>
+      <description>The output heating capacity of the heating system integrated into cooling system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used. Only used for packaged terminal air conditioner and room air conditioner.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>Btu/hr</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>cooling_system_integrated_heating_system_fraction_heat_load_served</name>
+      <display_name>Cooling System: Integrated Heating System Fraction Heat Load Served</display_name>
+      <description>The heating load served by the heating system integrated into cooling system. Only used for packaged terminal air conditioner and room air conditioner.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2240,12 +2378,16 @@
           <value>packaged terminal heat pump</value>
           <display_name>packaged terminal heat pump</display_name>
         </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>room air conditioner with reverse cycle</value>
+          <display_name>room air conditioner with reverse cycle</display_name>
+        </choice>
       </choices>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_heating_efficiency_type</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Heating Efficiency Type</display_name>
-      <description>The heating efficiency type of heat pump. System types air-to-air and mini-split use HSPF. System types ground-to-air and packaged terminal heat pump use COP.</description>
+      <description>The heating efficiency type of heat pump. System types air-to-air and mini-split use HSPF or HSPF2. System types ground-to-air, packaged terminal heat pump and room air conditioner with reverse cycle use COP.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2255,6 +2397,10 @@
           <value>HSPF</value>
           <display_name>HSPF</display_name>
         </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>HSPF2</value>
+          <display_name>HSPF2</display_name>
+        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>COP</value>
           <display_name>COP</display_name>
@@ -2266,7 +2412,6 @@
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Heating Efficiency</display_name>
       <description>The rated heating efficiency value of the heat pump.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <units>HSPF or COP</units>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>7.7</default_value>
@@ -2274,7 +2419,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_cooling_efficiency_type</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Cooling Efficiency Type</display_name>
-      <description>The cooling efficiency type of heat pump. System types air-to-air and mini-split use SEER. System types ground-to-air and packaged terminal heat pump use EER.</description>
+      <description>The cooling efficiency type of heat pump. System types air-to-air and mini-split use SEER or SEER2. System types ground-to-air, packaged terminal heat pump and room air conditioner with reverse cycle use EER.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2284,6 +2429,10 @@
           <value>SEER</value>
           <display_name>SEER</display_name>
         </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>SEER2</value>
+          <display_name>SEER2</display_name>
+        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>EER</value>
           <display_name>EER</display_name>
@@ -2299,7 +2448,6 @@
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Cooling Efficiency</display_name>
       <description>The rated cooling efficiency value of the heat pump.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <units>SEER or EER</units>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>13</default_value>
@@ -2307,7 +2455,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_cooling_compressor_type</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Cooling Compressor Type</display_name>
-      <description>The compressor type of the heat pump. Only applies to air-to-air.</description>
+      <description>The compressor type of the heat pump. Only applies to air-to-air. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2329,7 +2477,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_cooling_sensible_heat_fraction</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Cooling Sensible Heat Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>The sensible heat fraction of the heat pump.</description>
+      <description>The sensible heat fraction of the heat pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2338,32 +2486,29 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_heating_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Heating Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The output heating capacity of the heat pump. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S (i.e., based on cooling design loads with some oversizing allowances for heating design loads). Enter 'auto using max load' to size the capacity based on the maximum of heating/cooling design loads, taking into account the heat pump's heating reduced capacity at cold temperature. Enter 'auto using HERS' to size the capacity equal to the maximum of heating/cooling design loads.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output heating capacity of the heat pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_heating_capacity_17_f</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Heating Capacity 17F</display_name>
-      <description>The output heating capacity of the heat pump at 17F. Only applies to air-to-air and mini-split.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output heating capacity of the heat pump at 17F. Only applies to air-to-air and mini-split. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_cooling_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Cooling Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The output cooling capacity of the heat pump. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output cooling capacity of the heat pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_fraction_heat_load_served</name>
@@ -2447,12 +2592,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_backup_heating_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Backup Heating Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The backup output heating capacity of the heat pump. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S. Only applies if Backup Type is 'integrated'.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The backup output heating capacity of the heat pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used. Only applies if Backup Type is 'integrated'.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_backup_heating_switchover_temp</name>
@@ -2472,10 +2616,32 @@
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>heat_pump_sizing_methodology</name>
+      <display_name>Heat Pump: Sizing Methodology</display_name>
+      <description>The auto-sizing methodology to use when the heat pump capacity is not provided. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
+        <choice>
+          <value>ACCA</value>
+          <display_name>ACCA</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>HERS</value>
+          <display_name>HERS</display_name>
+        </choice>
+        <choice>
+          <value>MaxLoad</value>
+          <display_name>MaxLoad</display_name>
+        </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_is_ducted</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Is Ducted</display_name>
-      <description>Whether the heat pump is ducted or not. Only used for mini-split. It's assumed that air-to-air and ground-to-air are ducted.</description>
+      <description>Whether the heat pump is ducted or not. Only used for mini-split. It's assumed that air-to-air and ground-to-air are ducted. If not provided, assumes not ducted.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2493,7 +2659,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_airflow_defect_ratio</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Airflow Defect Ratio</display_name>
-      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the heat pump per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to air-to-air, ducted mini-split, and ground-to-air.</description>
+      <description>The airflow defect ratio, defined as (InstalledAirflow - DesignAirflow) / DesignAirflow, of the heat pump per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no airflow defect. Applies only to air-to-air, ducted mini-split, and ground-to-air. If not provided, assumes no defect.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2502,7 +2668,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heat_pump_charge_defect_ratio</name>
       <display_name>Heat Pump: Charge Defect Ratio</display_name>
-      <description>The refrigerant charge defect ratio, defined as (InstalledCharge - DesignCharge) / DesignCharge, of the heat pump per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no refrigerant charge defect. Applies to all heat pump types.</description>
+      <description>The refrigerant charge defect ratio, defined as (InstalledCharge - DesignCharge) / DesignCharge, of the heat pump per ANSI/RESNET/ACCA Standard 310. A value of zero means no refrigerant charge defect. Applies to all heat pump types. If not provided, assumes no defect.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -2603,12 +2769,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_2_heating_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Heating System 2: Heating Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The output heating capacity of the second heating system. Enter 'auto' to size the capacity based on ACCA Manual J/S.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The output heating capacity of the second heating system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML autosized default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>heating_system_2_fraction_heat_load_served</name>
@@ -2623,47 +2788,43 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_heating_weekday_setpoint</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Heating Weekday Setpoint Schedule</display_name>
-      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekday heating setpoint schedule.</description>
+      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekday heating setpoint schedule. Required unless a detailed CSV schedule is provided.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_heating_weekend_setpoint</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Heating Weekend Setpoint Schedule</display_name>
-      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekend heating setpoint schedule.</description>
+      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekend heating setpoint schedule. Required unless a detailed CSV schedule is provided.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_cooling_weekday_setpoint</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Cooling Weekday Setpoint Schedule</display_name>
-      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekday cooling setpoint schedule.</description>
+      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekday cooling setpoint schedule. Required unless a detailed CSV schedule is provided.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_cooling_weekend_setpoint</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Cooling Weekend Setpoint Schedule</display_name>
-      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekend cooling setpoint schedule.</description>
+      <description>Specify the constant or 24-hour comma-separated weekend cooling setpoint schedule. Required unless a detailed CSV schedule is provided.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_heating_season_period</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Heating Season Period</display_name>
-      <description>Enter a date like "Nov 1 - Jun 30".</description>
+      <description>Enter a date like 'Nov 1 - Jun 30'. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used. Can also provide 'BuildingAmerica' to use automatic seasons from the Building America House Simulation Protocols.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2671,7 +2832,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hvac_control_cooling_season_period</name>
       <display_name>HVAC Control: Cooling Season Period</display_name>
-      <description>Enter a date like "Jun 1 - Oct 31".</description>
+      <description>Enter a date like 'Jun 1 - Oct 31'. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used. Can also provide 'BuildingAmerica' to use automatic seasons from the Building America House Simulation Protocols.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -2720,16 +2881,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>ducts_supply_location</name>
       <display_name>Ducts: Supply Location</display_name>
-      <description>The location of the supply ducts.</description>
+      <description>The location of the supply ducts. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -2813,26 +2969,20 @@
     <argument>
       <name>ducts_supply_surface_area</name>
       <display_name>Ducts: Supply Surface Area</display_name>
-      <description>The surface area of the supply ducts.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The surface area of the supply ducts. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft^2</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ducts_return_location</name>
       <display_name>Ducts: Return Location</display_name>
-      <description>The location of the return ducts.</description>
+      <description>The location of the return ducts. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -2916,22 +3066,20 @@
     <argument>
       <name>ducts_return_surface_area</name>
       <display_name>Ducts: Return Surface Area</display_name>
-      <description>The surface area of the return ducts.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The surface area of the return ducts. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft^2</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ducts_number_of_return_registers</name>
       <display_name>Ducts: Number of Return Registers</display_name>
-      <description>The number of return registers of the ducts. Only used if duct surface areas are set to auto.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The number of return registers of the ducts. Only used to calculate default return duct surface area. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_fan_type</name>
@@ -2975,22 +3123,20 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_flow_rate</name>
       <display_name>Mechanical Ventilation: Flow Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The flow rate of the mechanical ventilation.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The flow rate of the mechanical ventilation. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_hours_in_operation</name>
       <display_name>Mechanical Ventilation: Hours In Operation</display_name>
-      <description>The hours in operation of the mechanical ventilation.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The hours in operation of the mechanical ventilation. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>hrs/day</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_recovery_efficiency_type</name>
@@ -3034,12 +3180,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_fan_power</name>
       <display_name>Mechanical Ventilation: Fan Power</display_name>
-      <description>The fan power of the mechanical ventilation.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The fan power of the mechanical ventilation. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_num_units_served</name>
@@ -3054,7 +3199,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_frac_recirculation</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Fraction Recirculation</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of the total supply air that is recirculated, with the remainder assumed to be outdoor air. The value must be 0 for exhaust only systems. This is required for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
+      <description>Fraction of the total supply air that is recirculated, with the remainder assumed to be outdoor air. The value must be 0 for exhaust only systems. Required for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3063,7 +3208,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_preheating_fuel</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Preheating Fuel</display_name>
-      <description>Fuel type of the preconditioning heating equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
+      <description>Fuel type of the preconditioning heating equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system. If not provided, assumes no preheating.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3101,7 +3246,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_preheating_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Preheating Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>Efficiency of the preconditioning heating equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
+      <description>Efficiency of the preconditioning heating equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system. If not provided, assumes no preheating.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>COP</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3110,7 +3255,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_preheating_fraction_heat_load_served</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Preheating Fraction Ventilation Heat Load Served</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of heating load introduced by the shared ventilation system that is met by the preconditioning heating equipment.</description>
+      <description>Fraction of heating load introduced by the shared ventilation system that is met by the preconditioning heating equipment. If not provided, assumes no preheating.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3119,7 +3264,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_precooling_fuel</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Precooling Fuel</display_name>
-      <description>Fuel type of the preconditioning cooling equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
+      <description>Fuel type of the preconditioning cooling equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system. If not provided, assumes no precooling.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3133,7 +3278,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_precooling_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Precooling Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>Efficiency of the preconditioning cooling equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system.</description>
+      <description>Efficiency of the preconditioning cooling equipment. Only used for a shared mechanical ventilation system. If not provided, assumes no precooling.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>COP</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3142,7 +3287,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>mech_vent_shared_precooling_fraction_cool_load_served</name>
       <display_name>Shared Mechanical Ventilation: Precooling Fraction Ventilation Cool Load Served</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of cooling load introduced by the shared ventilation system that is met by the preconditioning cooling equipment.</description>
+      <description>Fraction of cooling load introduced by the shared ventilation system that is met by the preconditioning cooling equipment. If not provided, assumes no precooling.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3255,102 +3400,92 @@
     <argument>
       <name>kitchen_fans_quantity</name>
       <display_name>Kitchen Fans: Quantity</display_name>
-      <description>The quantity of the kitchen fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The quantity of the kitchen fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>kitchen_fans_flow_rate</name>
       <display_name>Kitchen Fans: Flow Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The flow rate of the kitchen fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The flow rate of the kitchen fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>kitchen_fans_hours_in_operation</name>
       <display_name>Kitchen Fans: Hours In Operation</display_name>
-      <description>The hours in operation of the kitchen fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The hours in operation of the kitchen fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>hrs/day</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>kitchen_fans_power</name>
       <display_name>Kitchen Fans: Fan Power</display_name>
-      <description>The fan power of the kitchen fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The fan power of the kitchen fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>kitchen_fans_start_hour</name>
       <display_name>Kitchen Fans: Start Hour</display_name>
-      <description>The start hour of the kitchen fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The start hour of the kitchen fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>hr</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>bathroom_fans_quantity</name>
       <display_name>Bathroom Fans: Quantity</display_name>
-      <description>The quantity of the bathroom fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The quantity of the bathroom fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>bathroom_fans_flow_rate</name>
       <display_name>Bathroom Fans: Flow Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The flow rate of the bathroom fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The flow rate of the bathroom fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>bathroom_fans_hours_in_operation</name>
       <display_name>Bathroom Fans: Hours In Operation</display_name>
-      <description>The hours in operation of the bathroom fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The hours in operation of the bathroom fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>hrs/day</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>bathroom_fans_power</name>
       <display_name>Bathroom Fans: Fan Power</display_name>
-      <description>The fan power of the bathroom fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The fan power of the bathroom fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>bathroom_fans_start_hour</name>
       <display_name>Bathroom Fans: Start Hour</display_name>
-      <description>The start hour of the bathroom fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The start hour of the bathroom fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>hr</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>whole_house_fan_present</name>
@@ -3374,22 +3509,20 @@
     <argument>
       <name>whole_house_fan_flow_rate</name>
       <display_name>Whole House Fan: Flow Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The flow rate of the whole house fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The flow rate of the whole house fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>whole_house_fan_power</name>
       <display_name>Whole House Fan: Fan Power</display_name>
-      <description>The fan power of the whole house fan.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The fan power of the whole house fan. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_type</name>
@@ -3464,16 +3597,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_location</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The location of water heater.</description>
+      <description>The location of water heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -3535,12 +3663,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_tank_volume</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Tank Volume</display_name>
-      <description>Nominal volume of water heater tank. Set to 'auto' to have volume autosized. Only applies to storage water heater, heat pump water heater, and space-heating boiler with storage tank.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Nominal volume of water heater tank. Only applies to storage water heater, heat pump water heater, and space-heating boiler with storage tank. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>gal</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_efficiency_type</name>
@@ -3573,7 +3700,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_usage_bin</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Usage Bin</display_name>
-      <description>The usage of the water heater. Required if Efficiency Type is UniformEnergyFactor and Type is not instantaneous water heater. Does not apply to space-heating boilers.</description>
+      <description>The usage of the water heater. Only applies if Efficiency Type is UniformEnergyFactor and Type is not instantaneous water heater. Does not apply to space-heating boilers. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3599,27 +3726,25 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_recovery_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Recovery Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>Ratio of energy delivered to water heater to the energy content of the fuel consumed by the water heater. Only used for non-electric storage water heaters.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Ratio of energy delivered to water heater to the energy content of the fuel consumed by the water heater. Only used for non-electric storage water heaters. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_heating_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Heating Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>Heating capacity. Set to 'auto' to have heating capacity defaulted. Only applies to storage water heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Heating capacity. Only applies to storage water heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Btu/hr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_standby_loss</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Standby Loss</display_name>
-      <description>The standby loss of water heater. Only applies to space-heating boilers.</description>
+      <description>The standby loss of water heater. Only applies to space-heating boilers. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>deg-F/hr</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3628,7 +3753,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_jacket_rvalue</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Jacket R-value</display_name>
-      <description>The jacket R-value of water heater. Doesn't apply to instantaneous water heater or space-heating boiler with tankless coil.</description>
+      <description>The jacket R-value of water heater. Doesn't apply to instantaneous water heater or space-heating boiler with tankless coil. If not provided, defaults to no jacket insulation.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>h-ft^2-R/Btu</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -3637,12 +3762,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_setpoint_temperature</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Setpoint Temperature</display_name>
-      <description>The setpoint temperature of water heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The setpoint temperature of water heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_num_units_served</name>
@@ -3657,7 +3781,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_uses_desuperheater</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Uses Desuperheater</display_name>
-      <description>Requires that the dwelling unit has a air-to-air, mini-split, or ground-to-air heat pump or a central air conditioner or mini-split air conditioner.</description>
+      <description>Requires that the dwelling unit has a air-to-air, mini-split, or ground-to-air heat pump or a central air conditioner or mini-split air conditioner. If not provided, assumes no desuperheater.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3675,7 +3799,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_tank_model_type</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Tank Type</display_name>
-      <description>Type of tank model to use. The 'stratified' tank generally provide more accurate results, but may significantly increase run time. Applies only to storage water heater.</description>
+      <description>Type of tank model to use. The 'stratified' tank generally provide more accurate results, but may significantly increase run time. Applies only to storage water heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3693,7 +3817,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_heater_operating_mode</name>
       <display_name>Water Heater: Operating Mode</display_name>
-      <description>The water heater operating mode. The 'heat pump only' option only uses the heat pump, while 'standard' allows the backup electric resistance to come on in high demand situations. This is ignored if a scheduled operating mode type is selected. Applies only to heat pump water heater.</description>
+      <description>The water heater operating mode. The 'heat pump only' option only uses the heat pump, while 'standard' allows the backup electric resistance to come on in high demand situations. This is ignored if a scheduled operating mode type is selected. Applies only to heat pump water heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -3730,12 +3854,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_standard_piping_length</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Distribution: Standard Piping Length</display_name>
-      <description>If the distribution system is Standard, the length of the piping. A value of 'auto' will use a default.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>If the distribution system is Standard, the length of the piping. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_recirc_control_type</name>
@@ -3771,42 +3894,38 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_recirc_piping_length</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Distribution: Recirculation Piping Length</display_name>
-      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the length of the recirculation piping.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the length of the recirculation piping. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_recirc_branch_piping_length</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Distribution: Recirculation Branch Piping Length</display_name>
-      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the length of the recirculation branch piping.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the length of the recirculation branch piping. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_recirc_pump_power</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Distribution: Recirculation Pump Power</display_name>
-      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the recirculation pump power.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>If the distribution system is Recirculation, the recirculation pump power. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_water_distribution_pipe_r</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Distribution: Pipe Insulation Nominal R-Value</display_name>
-      <description>Nominal R-value of the pipe insulation.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Nominal R-value of the pipe insulation. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>h-ft^2-R/Btu</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dwhr_facilities_connected</name>
@@ -3901,11 +4020,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>water_fixtures_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Hot Water Fixtures: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the hot water usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the hot water usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>solar_thermal_system_type</name>
@@ -4021,7 +4139,7 @@
       <display_name>Solar Thermal: Collector Rated Thermal Losses</display_name>
       <description>The collector rated thermal losses of the solar thermal system.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <units>Frac</units>
+      <units>Btu/hr-ft^2-R</units>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>0.2799</default_value>
@@ -4029,12 +4147,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>solar_thermal_storage_volume</name>
       <display_name>Solar Thermal: Storage Volume</display_name>
-      <description>The storage volume of the solar thermal system.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
-      <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <description>The storage volume of the solar thermal system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>gal</units>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>solar_thermal_solar_fraction</name>
@@ -4047,22 +4164,32 @@
       <default_value>0</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>pv_system_module_type</name>
-      <display_name>PV System: Module Type</display_name>
-      <description>Module type of the PV system. Use 'none' if there is no PV system.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>pv_system_present</name>
+      <display_name>PV System: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a PV system present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>none</default_value>
+      <default_value>false</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>pv_system_module_type</name>
+      <display_name>PV System: Module Type</display_name>
+      <description>Module type of the PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>standard</value>
           <display_name>standard</display_name>
@@ -4080,16 +4207,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_location</name>
       <display_name>PV System: Location</display_name>
-      <description>Location of the PV system.</description>
+      <description>Location of the PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>roof</value>
           <display_name>roof</display_name>
@@ -4103,16 +4225,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_tracking</name>
       <display_name>PV System: Tracking</display_name>
-      <description>Tracking of the PV system.</description>
+      <description>Type of tracking for the PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>fixed</value>
           <display_name>fixed</display_name>
@@ -4164,7 +4281,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_inverter_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>PV System: Inverter Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>Inverter efficiency of the PV system. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both.</description>
+      <description>Inverter efficiency of the PV system. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -4173,7 +4290,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_system_losses_fraction</name>
       <display_name>PV System: System Losses Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>System losses fraction of the PV system. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both.</description>
+      <description>System losses fraction of the PV system. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
       <required>false</required>
@@ -4182,30 +4299,39 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_num_bedrooms_served</name>
       <display_name>PV System: Number of Bedrooms Served</display_name>
-      <description>Number of bedrooms served by PV system. Ignored if single-family detached. Used to apportion PV generation to the unit of a SFA/MF building. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both.</description>
+      <description>Number of bedrooms served by PV system. Required if single-family attached or apartment unit. Used to apportion PV generation to the unit of a SFA/MF building. If there are two PV systems, this will apply to both.</description>
       <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>3</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>pv_system_2_module_type</name>
-      <display_name>PV System 2: Module Type</display_name>
-      <description>Module type of the second PV system. Use 'none' if there is no PV system 2.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>pv_system_2_present</name>
+      <display_name>PV System 2: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a second PV system present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>none</default_value>
+      <default_value>false</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>pv_system_2_module_type</name>
+      <display_name>PV System 2: Module Type</display_name>
+      <description>Module type of the second PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>standard</value>
           <display_name>standard</display_name>
@@ -4223,16 +4349,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_2_location</name>
       <display_name>PV System 2: Location</display_name>
-      <description>Location of the second PV system.</description>
+      <description>Location of the second PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>roof</value>
           <display_name>roof</display_name>
@@ -4246,16 +4367,11 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pv_system_2_tracking</name>
       <display_name>PV System 2: Tracking</display_name>
-      <description>Tracking of the second PV system.</description>
+      <description>Type of tracking for the second PV system. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Choice</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
       <choices>
-        <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
-        </choice>
         <choice>
           <value>fixed</value>
           <display_name>fixed</display_name>
@@ -4305,22 +4421,32 @@
       <default_value>4000</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>battery_location</name>
-      <display_name>Battery: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the lithium ion battery location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>battery_present</name>
+      <display_name>Battery: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a lithium ion battery present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>none</default_value>
+      <default_value>false</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>battery_location</name>
+      <display_name>Battery: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the lithium ion battery location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -4366,38 +4492,45 @@
     <argument>
       <name>battery_power</name>
       <display_name>Battery: Rated Power Output</display_name>
-      <description>The rated power output of the lithium ion battery.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The rated power output of the lithium ion battery. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>W</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>battery_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Battery: Nominal Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The nominal capacity of the lithium ion battery.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The nominal capacity of the lithium ion battery. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>battery_usable_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Battery: Usable Capacity</display_name>
-      <description>The usable capacity of the lithium ion battery.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The usable capacity of the lithium ion battery. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh</units>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>battery_round_trip_efficiency</name>
+      <display_name>Battery: Round Trip Efficiency</display_name>
+      <description>The round trip efficiency of the lithium ion battery. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
+      <units>Frac</units>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_present</name>
       <display_name>Lighting: Present</display_name>
       <description>Whether there is lighting energy use.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
-      <required>false</required>
+      <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
       <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
@@ -4441,11 +4574,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_interior_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Lighting: Interior Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (interior) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (interior) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_exterior_fraction_cfl</name>
@@ -4477,11 +4609,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_exterior_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Lighting: Exterior Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (exterior) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (exterior) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_garage_fraction_cfl</name>
@@ -4513,11 +4644,10 @@
     <argument>
       <name>lighting_garage_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Lighting: Garage Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (garage) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the lighting energy usage (garage) that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>holiday_lighting_present</name>
@@ -4541,17 +4671,16 @@
     <argument>
       <name>holiday_lighting_daily_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Holiday Lighting: Daily Consumption</display_name>
-      <description>The daily energy consumption for holiday lighting (exterior).</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The daily energy consumption for holiday lighting (exterior). If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/day</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>holiday_lighting_period</name>
       <display_name>Holiday Lighting: Period</display_name>
-      <description>Enter a date like "Nov 25 - Jan 5".</description>
+      <description>Enter a date like "Nov 25 - Jan 5". If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -4639,22 +4768,32 @@
       <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>clothes_washer_location</name>
-      <display_name>Clothes Washer: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the clothes washer location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>clothes_washer_present</name>
+      <display_name>Clothes Washer: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a clothes washer present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>clothes_washer_location</name>
+      <display_name>Clothes Washer: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the clothes washer location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -4711,99 +4850,101 @@
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>The efficiency of the clothes washer.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The efficiency of the clothes washer. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft^3/kWh-cyc</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_rated_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Rated Annual Consumption</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_label_electric_rate</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Label Electric Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$/kWh</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_label_gas_rate</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Label Gas Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumed by the clothes washer, as rated, obtained from the EnergyGuide label. This includes both the appliance electricity consumption and the energy required for water heating. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$/therm</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_label_annual_gas_cost</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Label Annual Cost with Gas DHW</display_name>
-      <description>The annual cost of using the system under test conditions. Input is obtained from the EnergyGuide label.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual cost of using the system under test conditions. Input is obtained from the EnergyGuide label. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_label_usage</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Label Usage</display_name>
-      <description>The clothes washer loads per week.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The clothes washer loads per week. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>cyc/wk</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Drum Volume</display_name>
-      <description>Volume of the washer drum. Obtained from the EnergyStar website or the manufacturer's literature.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Volume of the washer drum. Obtained from the EnergyStar website or the manufacturer's literature. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>ft^3</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_washer_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Washer: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the clothes washer energy and hot water usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the clothes washer energy and hot water usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>clothes_dryer_location</name>
-      <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the clothes dryer location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>clothes_dryer_present</name>
+      <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a clothes dryer present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>clothes_dryer_location</name>
+      <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the clothes dryer location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -4895,49 +5036,56 @@
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_dryer_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>The efficiency of the clothes dryer.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The efficiency of the clothes dryer. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>lb/kWh</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_dryer_vented_flow_rate</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Vented Flow Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The exhaust flow rate of the vented clothes dryer.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The exhaust flow rate of the vented clothes dryer. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>clothes_dryer_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Clothes Dryer: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the clothes dryer energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the clothes dryer energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>dishwasher_location</name>
-      <display_name>Dishwasher: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the dishwasher location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>dishwasher_present</name>
+      <display_name>Dishwasher: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a dishwasher present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>dishwasher_location</name>
+      <display_name>Dishwasher: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the dishwasher location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -4994,89 +5142,92 @@
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>The efficiency of the dishwasher.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The efficiency of the dishwasher. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>RatedAnnualkWh or EnergyFactor</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_label_electric_rate</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Label Electric Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The label electric rate of the dishwasher.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The label electric rate of the dishwasher. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$/kWh</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_label_gas_rate</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Label Gas Rate</display_name>
-      <description>The label gas rate of the dishwasher.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The label gas rate of the dishwasher. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$/therm</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_label_annual_gas_cost</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Label Annual Gas Cost</display_name>
-      <description>The label annual gas cost of the dishwasher.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The label annual gas cost of the dishwasher. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>$</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_label_usage</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Label Usage</display_name>
-      <description>The dishwasher loads per week.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The dishwasher loads per week. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>cyc/wk</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_place_setting_capacity</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Number of Place Settings</display_name>
-      <description>The number of place settings for the unit. Data obtained from manufacturer's literature.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The number of place settings for the unit. Data obtained from manufacturer's literature. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>dishwasher_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Dishwasher: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the dishwasher energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the dishwasher energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>refrigerator_location</name>
-      <display_name>Refrigerator: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the refrigerator location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>refrigerator_present</name>
+      <display_name>Refrigerator: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a refrigerator present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>refrigerator_location</name>
+      <display_name>Refrigerator: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the refrigerator location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -5114,39 +5265,47 @@
     <argument>
       <name>refrigerator_rated_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Refrigerator: Rated Annual Consumption</display_name>
-      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for a refrigerator.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for a refrigerator. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>refrigerator_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Refrigerator: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the refrigerator energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the refrigerator energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>extra_refrigerator_location</name>
-      <display_name>Extra Refrigerator: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the extra refrigerator location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>extra_refrigerator_present</name>
+      <display_name>Extra Refrigerator: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is an extra refrigerator present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>none</default_value>
+      <default_value>false</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>extra_refrigerator_location</name>
+      <display_name>Extra Refrigerator: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the extra refrigerator location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -5184,39 +5343,47 @@
     <argument>
       <name>extra_refrigerator_rated_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Extra Refrigerator: Rated Annual Consumption</display_name>
-      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for an extra rrefrigerator.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for an extra rrefrigerator. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>extra_refrigerator_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Extra Refrigerator: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the extra refrigerator energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the extra refrigerator energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>freezer_location</name>
-      <display_name>Freezer: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the freezer location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>freezer_present</name>
+      <display_name>Freezer: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a freezer present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>none</default_value>
+      <default_value>false</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>freezer_location</name>
+      <display_name>Freezer: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the freezer location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -5254,39 +5421,47 @@
     <argument>
       <name>freezer_rated_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Freezer: Rated Annual Consumption</display_name>
-      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for a freezer.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The EnergyGuide rated annual energy consumption for a freezer. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>freezer_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Freezer: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the freezer energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the freezer energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
-      <name>cooking_range_oven_location</name>
-      <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Location</display_name>
-      <description>The space type for the cooking range/oven location.</description>
-      <type>Choice</type>
+      <name>cooking_range_oven_present</name>
+      <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Present</display_name>
+      <description>Whether there is a cooking range/oven present.</description>
+      <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
+      <default_value>true</default_value>
       <choices>
         <choice>
-          <value>auto</value>
-          <display_name>auto</display_name>
+          <value>true</value>
+          <display_name>true</display_name>
         </choice>
         <choice>
-          <value>none</value>
-          <display_name>none</display_name>
+          <value>false</value>
+          <display_name>false</display_name>
         </choice>
+      </choices>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>cooking_range_oven_location</name>
+      <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Location</display_name>
+      <description>The space type for the cooking range/oven location. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Choice</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+      <choices>
         <choice>
           <value>living space</value>
           <display_name>living space</display_name>
@@ -5359,7 +5534,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooking_range_oven_is_induction</name>
       <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Is Induction</display_name>
-      <description>Whether the cooking range is induction.</description>
+      <description>Whether the cooking range is induction. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -5377,7 +5552,7 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooking_range_oven_is_convection</name>
       <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Is Convection</display_name>
-      <description>Whether the oven is convection.</description>
+      <description>Whether the oven is convection. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -5395,16 +5570,15 @@
     <argument>
       <name>cooking_range_oven_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Cooking Range/Oven: Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the cooking range/oven energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the cooking range/oven energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ceiling_fan_present</name>
       <display_name>Ceiling Fan: Present</display_name>
-      <description>Whether there is are any ceiling fans.</description>
+      <description>Whether there are any ceiling fans.</description>
       <type>Boolean</type>
       <required>true</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -5423,32 +5597,29 @@
     <argument>
       <name>ceiling_fan_efficiency</name>
       <display_name>Ceiling Fan: Efficiency</display_name>
-      <description>The efficiency rating of the ceiling fan(s) at medium speed.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The efficiency rating of the ceiling fan(s) at medium speed. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>CFM/W</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ceiling_fan_quantity</name>
       <display_name>Ceiling Fan: Quantity</display_name>
-      <description>Total number of ceiling fans.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Total number of ceiling fans. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Integer</type>
       <units>#</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>ceiling_fan_cooling_setpoint_temp_offset</name>
       <display_name>Ceiling Fan: Cooling Setpoint Temperature Offset</display_name>
-      <description>The setpoint temperature offset during cooling season for the ceiling fan(s). Only applies if ceiling fan quantity is greater than zero.</description>
+      <description>The setpoint temperature offset during cooling season for the ceiling fan(s). Only applies if ceiling fan quantity is greater than zero. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
       <units>deg-F</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>0</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_television_present</name>
@@ -5472,60 +5643,54 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_television_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Television Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the television plug loads.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the television plug loads. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_television_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Television Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the television energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the television energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_other_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Other Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the other residual plug loads.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the other residual plug loads. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_other_frac_sensible</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Other Sensible Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of other residual plug loads' internal gains that are sensible.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Fraction of other residual plug loads' internal gains that are sensible. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_other_frac_latent</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Other Latent Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of other residual plug loads' internal gains that are latent.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Fraction of other residual plug loads' internal gains that are latent. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_other_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Other Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the other energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the other energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_well_pump_present</name>
@@ -5549,21 +5714,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_well_pump_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Well Pump Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the well pump plug loads.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the well pump plug loads. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_well_pump_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Well Pump Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the well pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the well pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_vehicle_present</name>
@@ -5587,21 +5750,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_vehicle_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Vehicle Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric vehicle plug loads.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric vehicle plug loads. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_plug_loads_vehicle_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Plug Loads: Vehicle Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the electric vehicle energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the electric vehicle energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_grill_present</name>
@@ -5656,21 +5817,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_grill_annual_therm</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Grill Annual therm</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads grill.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads grill. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>therm/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_grill_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Grill Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads grill energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads grill energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>0</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_lighting_present</name>
@@ -5725,21 +5884,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_lighting_annual_therm</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Lighting Annual therm</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads lighting.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads lighting. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>therm/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_lighting_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Lighting Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads lighting energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads lighting energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>0</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_fireplace_present</name>
@@ -5794,41 +5951,37 @@
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_fireplace_annual_therm</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Fireplace Annual therm</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads fireplace.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the fuel loads fireplace. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>therm/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_fireplace_frac_sensible</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Fireplace Sensible Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of fireplace residual fuel loads' internal gains that are sensible.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Fraction of fireplace residual fuel loads' internal gains that are sensible. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_fireplace_frac_latent</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Fireplace Latent Fraction</display_name>
-      <description>Fraction of fireplace residual fuel loads' internal gains that are latent.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>Fraction of fireplace residual fuel loads' internal gains that are latent. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>Frac</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>misc_fuel_loads_fireplace_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Misc Fuel Loads: Fireplace Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads fireplace energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the fuel loads fireplace energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>0</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>pool_present</name>
@@ -5852,21 +6005,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pool_pump_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Pool: Pump Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the pool pump.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the pool pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>pool_pump_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Pool: Pump Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the pool pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the pool pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>pool_heater_type</name>
@@ -5898,31 +6049,28 @@
     <argument>
       <name>pool_heater_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Pool: Heater Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric resistance pool heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric resistance pool heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>pool_heater_annual_therm</name>
       <display_name>Pool: Heater Annual therm</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the gas fired pool heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the gas fired pool heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>therm/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>pool_heater_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Pool: Heater Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the pool heater energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the pool heater energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_present</name>
@@ -5946,21 +6094,19 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_pump_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Hot Tub: Pump Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the hot tub pump.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the hot tub pump. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_pump_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Hot Tub: Pump Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the hot tub pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the hot tub pump energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_heater_type</name>
@@ -5992,36 +6138,33 @@
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_heater_annual_kwh</name>
       <display_name>Hot Tub: Heater Annual kWh</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric resistance hot tub heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the electric resistance hot tub heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>kWh/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_heater_annual_therm</name>
       <display_name>Hot Tub: Heater Annual therm</display_name>
-      <description>The annual energy consumption of the gas fired hot tub heater.</description>
-      <type>String</type>
+      <description>The annual energy consumption of the gas fired hot tub heater. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
+      <type>Double</type>
       <units>therm/yr</units>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>auto</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>hot_tub_heater_usage_multiplier</name>
       <display_name>Hot Tub: Heater Usage Multiplier</display_name>
-      <description>Multiplier on the hot tub heater energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants.</description>
+      <description>Multiplier on the hot tub heater energy usage that can reflect, e.g., high/low usage occupants. If not provided, the OS-HPXML default is used.</description>
       <type>Double</type>
-      <required>true</required>
+      <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
-      <default_value>1</default_value>
     </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>emissions_scenario_names</name>
       <display_name>Emissions: Scenario Names</display_name>
-      <description>Names of emissions scenarios. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <description>Names of emissions scenarios. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list. If not provided, no emissions scenarios are calculated.</description>
       <type>String</type>
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
@@ -6122,6 +6265,182 @@
       <required>false</required>
       <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
     </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_scenario_names</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Scenario Names</display_name>
+      <description>Names of utility bill scenarios. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list. If not provided, no utility bills scenarios are calculated.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_electricity_filepaths</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Electricity File Paths</display_name>
+      <description>Electricity tariff file specified as an absolute/relative path to a file with utility rate structure information. Tariff file must be formatted to OpenEI API version 7. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_electricity_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Electricity Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Electricity utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_natural_gas_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Natural Gas Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Natural gas utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_propane_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Propane Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Propane utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_fuel_oil_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Fuel Oil Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Fuel oil utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_coal_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Coal Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Coal utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_wood_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Wood Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Wood utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_wood_pellets_fixed_charges</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Wood Pellets Fixed Charges</display_name>
+      <description>Wood pellets utility bill monthly fixed charges. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_electricity_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Electricity Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Electricity utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_natural_gas_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Natural Gas Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Natural gas utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_propane_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Propane Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Propane utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_fuel_oil_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Fuel Oil Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Fuel oil utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_coal_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Coal Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Coal utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_wood_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Wood Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Wood utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_wood_pellets_marginal_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: Wood Pellets Marginal Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Wood pellets utility bill marginal rates. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_compensation_types</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Compensation Types</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV compensation types. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_net_metering_annual_excess_sellback_rate_types</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Net Metering Annual Excess Sellback Rate Types</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV net metering annual excess sellback rate types. Only applies if the PV compensation type is 'NetMetering'. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_net_metering_annual_excess_sellback_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Net Metering Annual Excess Sellback Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV net metering annual excess sellback rates. Only applies if the PV compensation type is 'NetMetering' and the PV annual excess sellback rate type is 'User-Specified'. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_feed_in_tariff_rates</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Feed-In Tariff Rates</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV annual full/gross feed-in tariff rates. Only applies if the PV compensation type is 'FeedInTariff'. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_monthly_grid_connection_fee_units</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Monthly Grid Connection Fee Units</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV monthly grid connection fee units. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
+    <argument>
+      <name>utility_bill_pv_monthly_grid_connection_fees</name>
+      <display_name>Utility Bills: PV Monthly Grid Connection Fees</display_name>
+      <description>Utility bill PV monthly grid connection fees. If multiple scenarios, use a comma-separated list.</description>
+      <type>String</type>
+      <required>false</required>
+      <model_dependent>false</model_dependent>
+    </argument>
     <argument>
       <name>additional_properties</name>
       <display_name>Additional Properties</display_name>
@@ -6186,13 +6505,13 @@
       <filename>geometry.rb</filename>
       <filetype>rb</filetype>
       <usage_type>resource</usage_type>
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+      <checksum>D9E75C2E</checksum>
     </file>
     <file>
       <filename>build_residential_hpxml_test.rb</filename>
       <filetype>rb</filetype>
       <usage_type>test</usage_type>
-      <checksum>AFBDA179</checksum>
+      <checksum>B16976B9</checksum>
     </file>
     <file>
       <version>
@@ -6203,7 +6522,7 @@
       <filename>measure.rb</filename>
       <filetype>rb</filetype>
       <usage_type>script</usage_type>
-      <checksum>F0DC5B81</checksum>
+      <checksum>9D41E280</checksum>
     </file>
   </files>
 </measure>