There are a lot of programs available for new home construction and renovations, below are some links to District, BC Hydro and Fortis rebate programs.
Changes to the Building Code are coming.
The Provincial Step Code has set a goal of net zero buildings being a Building Code requirement by 2032. A net-zero building is one that produces at least as much energy as it uses over the course of a year. The Step Code is a set of five incremental performance steps for new buildings that go from the BC Building Code to net-zero energy ready buildings. By 2032, all buildings will be required to achieve this passive house energy performance level or use approximately 70% less energy than current 2016 building code standards.
The Building Code will transition to this requirement with new levels for energy efficiency before 2032.
The Sparwood Energy Step Code Policy is designed to incentivize builders choosing the performance path to BC Building Code compliance, which will assist in understanding and adapting to these anticipated changes.
The following shows two rebate examples of how building to the step code can benefit builders:
Sample Project #1: New home, construction value of $250,000, | |
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Building Permit fees | $1,540 |
Energy Advisor fee | $500 |
Total initial cost to building | $2,040 |
Rebates: | |
50% of Building Permit fee rebate | -$770 |
Energy Advisor Fee rebate | -$500 |
Total rebate after final inspection | -$1270 |
NET COST TO BUILDER | $770 |
Sample Project #2: New home, construction value of $250,000, | |
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Building Permit fees | $1,540 |
Energy Advisor fee | $500 |
Total initial cost to building | $2,040 |
Rebates: | |
100% of Building Permit fee rebate | -$1540 |
Energy Advisor Fee rebate | -$500 |
Total rebate after final inspection | -$2040 |
NET COST TO BUILDER | $0 |
If you have any questions about either of these changes, please contact the Planning Department at 250.425.6271.
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