BC Energy and Zero Carbon Step Codes

Last updated on June 9, 2025

Consultation materials on the CBHCC’s draft policy direction on GHG emissions available until July 14, 2025.

Find information about the key steps to increase energy-efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings.

BC Energy Step Code

Learn about B.C.’s path to net-zero energy ready new buildings by 2032.

Zero Carbon Step Code

Learn about B.C.’s path to zero carbon new buildings by 2030.

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Visit the Building Permit Hub for automated compliance forms

Step Code requirements

Find BC Energy and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements from April 2017 to present.

Step Code resources

Find industry and local government resources to help increase energy performance and reduce emissions of new buildings.

Part 3 buildings checklist

A checklist for large complex building. Created for designers of complex buildings to demonstrate compliance with the BC Energy and Zero Carbon Step Codes

Part 9 buildings checklist

Created for energy modellers of simple buildings to demonstrate compliance with the BC Energy and Zero Carbon Step Codes.

Energy efficiency rebates and incentives

Home energy projects: Better Homes helps you find rebates to save energy and lower greenhouse gas emissions in your home

Commercial buildings: Better Buildings offers funding and incentives to support energy efficient in commercial spaces

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