BC Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code

Notes

Building permits received on or after the dates noted above are subject to the new requirements.

EL-4 Zero Carbon Ready = Space, water, and cooking must be zero carbon.

Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements as per BC Building Code, Article 9.36.6 and 9.37.1.3 of Division B (as amended from time to time).

Notes

In-stream rezoning applications that have progressed to first reading by December 31, 2024, are not subject to the new requirements. These projects would proceed through the development approval and building permit process according to the current requirements for building energy efficiency and carbon performance.

LCES = Low Carbon Energy System - equivalent to Emission Level (EL-2) of the Zero Carbon Step Code.

Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements as per BC Building Code, Subsection 10.2 and 10.3 of Division B (as amended from time to time).

Building types and occupancies not included in the above table are required to comply with the BC Building Code requirements for energy efficiency and carbon performance.

There are two streams for rebate applications:

1. new Part 9 construction nearing the mid-construction (pre-drywall) inspection stage; and
2. existing Part 9 buildings, including a variety of existing Part 9 archetypes that are at the final inspection stage or have achieved occupancy within the last 12 months of the rebate application date. 

Rebates will be issued as coupons to be used for a mid-construction airtightness test with a Certified Energy Advisor (streams 1 and 2) or a Qualified Modeller (stream 2 only).

Stream 1 applicants, please email stepcoderebate@portmoody.ca with the building permit number associated with your project to verify eligibility. Your project may be eligible if:

• address of construction is located in the City of Port Moody;
• building of construction is considered a Part 9 building according to the BC Building Code definition; and
• project address must have applied, or will be applying shortly, for a building permit where the project will be nearing the pre-drywall inspection phase within three months.

Stream 2 applicants, please email stepcoderebate@portmoody.ca with a request to participate in the rebate program. Eligibility requirements include:

• address of building is located in the City of Port Moody;
• building is considered a Part 9 building according to the BC Building Code definition (proof must be submitted (e.g. photo, previous City building permit number, building plans); and
• homeowner and/or current occupant has provided written permission to conduct airtightness testing. 

City staff will respond to your email to let you know if you are eligible and to provide you with further information and instructions for the rebate program. Please note that we have a limited number of coupons available. Coupons will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis and they are not transferable. One coupon will be issued per project. You must submit all required documentation to redeem a coupon.