Residential: Energy Step 3

Non-residential Part 3 buildings including Assembly, Treatment, Care, Offices, and Other Business and Personal Service or Mercantile Occupancies: built to BC Building Code

Zero-Carbon Moderate (EL-2) + Energy Step Code 4 beginning April 1, 2024

In most new residential construction, one energized outlet capable of providing Level 2 charging is required per dwelling unit. This requirement applies to new building permit applications submitted after November 4, 2019.
For community care facilities excluding seniors housing, 1 EV ready space per 4 occupants or residents

Zero-Carbon Strong (EL-3) + Energy Step Code 4 beginning April 1, 2025

Ensure new developments are ‘EV Ready’

Develop a Step Code implementation plan for applicable building types

Explore options to require energy benchmarking and home energy labelling for new and existing buildings

Explore options to require energy benchmarking and home energy labelling for new and existing buildings

Enhance and expand the existing multi-use trail network to connect neighbourhood centres and transportation corridors

Continue to advance cycling network and add plan for electric and/or shared little vehicles

Accelerate sidewalk infrastructure

Design and implement a shared bike/e-bike pilot

Advocate for Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV) for shared mobility (e.g. ride hailing, taxis) and future driverless vehicles

Advocate for “Right-to-Charge” legislation

Advocate and support development of a climate resilient building retrofit code

Explore options to require energy benchmarking and home energy labelling for new and existing buildings

Explore options to require energy benchmarking and home energy labelling for new and existing buildings

Explore opportunities to recover energy from waste

Expand municipal Green Cart and garbage collection program to residential properties outside current municipal collection areas

Ensure all residential properties have disposal options for recycling and organics

Expand municipal Green Cart and garbage collection program to residential properties outside current municipal collection areas

Explore development of a bylaw to increase recycling from demolition, construction, and land clearing

Review recycled content requirements for corporate and community constructions projects

Create one comprehensive set of energy and emissions guidelines for new construction

Develop a Step Code implementation plan for applicable building types

Expand the Township’s public EV charging network

Explore and pilot on-street EV charging

Explore commercial EV charging hubs

Implement user fees for Township EV charging

Ensure new developments are ‘EV Ready’

Convert 100% of passenger corporate fleet to zero-emission vehicles

Incentivize EV charging installations for businesses and residents

Improve waste diversion from all Township facilities

Explore alternatives to burning green waste

Expand Green Building Rebate Program, implement Strata Energy Advisor program, etc.

Explore EV bulk purchase programs for municipal and community fleets

Pilot a retrofit program to upgrade existing single family homes

Work with local governments to develop an inter-municipal business licensing program for ride-sharing services

Develop a Transportation and Mobility Strategy

Explore the development of a green roof requirement for new commercial, industrial, institutional and multi-family residential developments

Continue and expand education on EVs

Host EV “Ride and Drive” events

Encourage the creation of an EV Drivers Group to promote EV education

Engage with local school districts to encourage policies to convert to electric school bus fleets

Continue education and training for building industry members on low-carbon and high performance construction

Provide education and incentives to support energy efficiency and emission reductions in industrial buildings

Increase opportunities for active mobility and transit, and prioritize connectivity, safety and accessibility

The enhanced trail system will offer safe and attractive recreational and mobility routes for pedestrians and cyclists

Prioritize projects adjacent to schools and community centres

Transportation Demand Management (TDM) is as a set of strategies aimed at shifting from single-occupant vehicle trips to other sustainable mobility options, such as transit, cycling, walking or shared vehicles

Continue to advance cycling network and add plan for electric and/or shared little vehicles

Include an update of Translink’s South of Fraser Area Transit Plan (SOFATP)

Reduce transit travel times with transit-only lanes, queue jumps, transit-priority signals, bus bulbous/boarding islands etc.

E.g. end of trip bike facilities, car share spaces, etc.

Strategically design and allocate curb space for a variety of modes, including transit stops, vehicle loading, bicycle facilities, etc.

E.g. Increase online payment options and permit applications, improve teleconference capabilities, expand remote work opportunities for staff

Implement in areas where most warranted

E.g. electrical charging capabilities, dedicated charging spaces, etc.

Implement fees for EV charging to support cost recovery of EV charging infrastructure and increase turnover

EV enthusiasts provide peer-to-peer knowledge and experience

Engage with local school districts to encourage policies to convert to electric school bus fleets

Bulk purchasing from local dealerships would reduce costs for EVs for larger fleets

For passenger and commercial vehicles

Legislation ensures strata dwellers are able to charge electric vehicles at home

Improves emissions data

By 2030, including equipment where technologically feasible

Until low/no carbon medium and heavy duty vehicles are available in the market. Propane releases 25-30% less carbon than diesel.

Until low/no carbon medium and heavy duty vehicles are available in the market

Consider parking minimums and maximums for new construction, parking pricing where appropriate, residential permit parking program, etc.

To meet the Township’s climate action targets, new buildings will need to be energy efficient and zero carbon

Revise and consolidate existing Development Permit Area (DPA) energy and emissions guidelines and apply guidelines Township-wide

E.g. expand Green Building Rebate Program, implement Strata Energy Advisor program, etc.

Reno Coach Pilot Program will provide incentives and resources to support homeowners

Benchmarking tracks a building’s energy use and compares it to similar buildings. Benchmarking will apply to Part 3 buildings and home energy labelling for Part 9 homes.

Benchmarking tracks a building’s energy use and compares it to similar buildings. Benchmarking will apply to Part 3 buildings and home energy labelling for Part 9 homes.

Continue Builder Forum Series

Develop education series framework (similar to builder forum series)

To be integrated into future updates of the BC Building Code

To be considered in the development of the BC Building Retrofit Code (expected 2024)

E.g. retrofit code for existing buildings, building energy reporting (benchmarking requirement), GHG performance targets to accompany Step
Code, expand Step Code targets for building types not currently covered

E.g. retrofit code for existing buildings, building energy reporting (benchmarking requirement), GHG performance targets to accompany Step
Code, expand Step Code targets for building types not currently covered

Including rainwater capture and other water reuse opportunities

A water assessment can identify actions for building owners to take to reduce water use

Plans will focus on reducing energy use and emissions, and increasing climate resilience

Recommendations will focus on upgrades that reduce energy use and emissions, and increase climate resilience

Provides ongoing communications to key staff on the use of energy and equipment performance in facilities

Covers preventative and predictive maintenance, using automated recommissioning to reduce energy use and emissions

Develop and implement a green buildings policy for the renovation of existing Township-owned facilities

Develop and implement a green buildings policy for the construction of new Township-owned facilities

Complete streets create a space where people can safely walk, bicycle, drive, take transit, and socialize

A pilot project would look to retrofit a street within the Township to support multi-modal mobility options and public gathering space

Showcase sustainable community design with zero emission buildings, renewable energy systems, and livable public spaces

Support efforts to locate jobs in (or near) Langley to reduce commuting

Review all grey and green infrastructure as well as natural assets (wetlands, forests) as a system to manage stormwater and improve water retention and infiltration

Increase knowledge and awareness of the stormwater and water supply benefits of green infrastructure

Expand assessment and maintenance program, and consider upgrades to support co-benefits such as recreation and biodiversity

Upgrades will be prioritized through water and sewer condition assessments

Video monitoring (Closed Circuit TV) in connection laterals

Assessment will identify possible renewable energy sources to be incorporated with future development

Recover energy from agricultural, wastewater, curbside and commercial organic waste

Strategy will work to reduce the urban heat island effect, lower cooling needs for buildings, maintain/increase carbon sequestration, and improve biodiversity

Explore subsidy options to encourage the planting of trees on private lands to increase tree canopy

Study results will help prioritization and improve equitable access

For use in land use planning, transportation planning, and land acquisitions and sales

For use corporately and to distribute to developers

Expand knotweed program and add other invasive species control along roadways and in parks

For key species of concern e.g.: European chafer and Japanese beetle, emerald ash borer, sudden oak death, Asian giant hornet

Update planning procedures and ensure contingency plans

For events and staff during heat events

Revise staff operational training and protocols to adapt to climate change impacts such as increasing temperatures (e.g. consider mobile shade structures and shifted hours for outdoor workers)

ESI enhances riparian health and other ecological features on farm properties

Engage stakeholders to advance climate friendly agricultural strategies, including adaptation opportunities and identifying and showcasing carbon-absorbing crops

The BC Federal EFP Program offers free environmental risk assessments for farm operations, and beneficial management practices (BMP) programs provides funding opportunities to support the implementation of on-farm mitigation and adaptation projects

Aim for one-stop recycling drop-off

Review pick-up frequency, vehicle technology, etc.

Explore a combination of education and enforcement to bring all residential properties in compliance with the Township’s Solid Waste Bylaw

Explore a combination of education and enforcement to bring all ICI properties in compliance with the Township’s Solid Waste Bylaw

Open-air burning is sometimes used as a method to manage large quantities of green waste, releasing carbon and reducing air quality

Including but not limited to: Sustainability Charter, OCP, Neighbourhood and Community Plans, Zoning Bylaw, Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw, Building Bylaw, Form and Character DP Guidelines, and Energy and GHG DPA Guidelines

Tool will include an equity lens and will be included in Council reports, annual budget requests, and purchasing processes

Mechanism should include funding to support extreme weather remediation

Examples of areas covered under the policy include: fleet and equipment, procurement, energy management, etc.

Include action opportunities for residents and businesses

2023 CEA Climate and Energy Action Award Nominee – This plan presents an operational and financial plan to fully electrify all of the light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles owned by the Township, excluding RCMP vehicles but including those operated by the Fire Department by 2030 (light-duty) and 2040 (medium and heavy-duty). The analysis demonstrates the cost-effectiveness of the move, as well as the significant GHG emission reductions, and has informed successful grant applications for implementing the single-largest expansion of local EV charging infrastructure.

2016 CEA Climate and Energy Action Award Nominee

2017 CEA Climate and Energy Action Award Nominee

2017 CEA Climate and Energy Action Award Honourable Mention

2021 CEA Climate and Energy Action Award Nominee