Step Code Implementation

Central Saanich staff have reviewed the survey results and prepared a What We Heard report for Council on the key outcomes. The report was presented to Council on August 19, 2019 and based on Council's direction, staff will be preparing minor alterations to facilitate the introduction of the BC Energy Step Code for new construction as of January 2020. The report to Council and survey results can be found under the Document Library section.

Council has endorsed implementation of Step 1 as of January 1, 2020; and Step 3 for most new residential and Step 2 for new commercial buildings as of January 1, 2021. The Step Code levels relate to higher energy efficient construction, equipment and tight air barriers which will reduce green house gas emissions and help the District reach our climate leadership plan goals.