Potential Reach Codes Ordinance Meeting

When: August 17, 2020
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom Webinar
 

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Potential Reach Codes Ordinance

California’s march toward carbon neutrality includes adopting building codes that will result in more energy efficient buildings that are also safer and support the environmental health of our community, increasing our electric vehicle charging infrastructure and reducing our carbon footprint. Reach Codes that promote and incentivize energy efficiency and electrification in buildings allow cities to build a path to a healthier community and a more sustainable future.

What are Reach Codes?

Every three years, cities and counties across the state adopt the new Building Standards Code (Standards) or Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations. Reach Codes are local building energy codes that “reach” beyond the state minimum requirements for energy use in building design and construction. By doing so, opportunities are created for local governments to pave the way on clean air, climate solutions and renewable energy opportunities, while creating a road map for other local government agencies to take action as well.

The presentation portion of the Public Meeting will review options for building and electric vehicle model electrification reach codes, supported by Peninsula Clean Energy. The Community Development Department seeks feedback from our community on the potential impact of these code to share during a Council Session, currently scheduled for September 1, 2020.

Please email any comments or questions to Amy Chen prior to the August 17 Public Meeting.