HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-24-2015 PC Item 2b MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 24, 2015
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Kim Murry, Deputy Director, Long Range Planning
SUBJECT: ENERGY AND WATER CONSERVATION – POLICY AND
REGULATORY CONTEXT
The Commission previously requested staff to return with a proposed “date certain” for an
agenda item regarding energy and water conservation efforts in the context of development.
Staff proposes to return to the Commission on October 28th with a study session to address this
request. Timing of the study session is prioritized after preliminary work efforts associated with
Council Major City Goals are initiated. Staff anticipates that County efforts currently underway
regarding PACE programs will be further detailed by that time which will provide additional
information for the study session. The draft outline may be found below. Please provide
feedback to staff regarding expectations for the study session.
State
Development Review Standards - energy and water efficient development.
Existing and anticipated changes to Title 24 (Energy) Building Code
Local
General Plan Policies
Climate Action Plan strategies
Ordinances/standards (i.e. landscape standards)
Stakeholder Group – County, cities, SLOCOG, and APCD
Funding
EmPower and PACE programs and collaboration with County
Solar – return on investment