To be introduced by Lisa Bhopalsingh, Director, Community Development.
Purpose: To inform the Environment Committee of upcoming changes to the British Columbia Building Code which will allow local governments to regulate greenhouse gas emissions in new buildings and seek support to begin industry consultation on this topic.
Presentation:
1. Dave Stewart, Environmental Planner.
Recommendation: That the Environment Committee recommend that Council direct Staff to begin preparation for industry consultation on the implementation of the upper steps of the BC Energy Step Code and greenhouse gas emissions targets for new buildings.