Yes, there are exceptions for smaller projects under the prevailing wage requirements, particularly as they apply to projects under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).
- One-Megawatt Exception: For projects related to clean energy production or storage with a maximum net output of less than one megawatt, the prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements do not apply, allowing these projects to qualify for increased tax credits without meeting these requirements.
- Beginning of Construction Exception: Projects that began construction before January 29, 2023, are also exempt from prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements for increased tax credits.
However, these exceptions are specific to certain energy-related projects under the IRA and do not generally apply to all types of construction projects. For other public works projects, prevailing wages are typically still required, even for smaller projects, unless specific state or local exemptions apply, such as those related to project size thresholds in states like California.
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