Approving High-Performance Gentle Density: Guidance for Building Officials
Small Housing BC
May 5th 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PST
CPL Units: -1.5

This course is designed for building officials in British Columbia who review and inspect gentle-density housing (GDH) projects, also called small-scale multi-unit housing (SSMUH).

By the end of this session, you will be able to: 

  • Define gentle density housing and explain its importance in BC. 
  • Describe how the BC Energy Step Code supports energy-efficient housing. 
  • Identify what to look for in energy performance documentation and on-site inspections. 
  • Apply best practices for reviewing plans and checking energy-related systems in the field. 
  • Recognize common problem areas and collaborate effectively with energy advisors and builders. 
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