Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program
Support for opportunity assessments, feasibility studies and equipment upgrades for multi-unit buildings. This is a joint program supported by the Province of B.C. through CleanBC and BC Hydro.
Incentives available
| Incentive type | Funding available |
|---|---|
| Opportunity assessment | Up to $5,000 per site for an opportunity assessment conducted by a qualified consultant. |
| Feasibility study | Up to $30,000 per site for an in-depth analysis of a specific system in your building. |
| Equipment upgrade: For electrically heated buildings | Heat pumps (central and in-suite*) Heat pump water heaters (central and in-suite*) High-efficiency windows Ventilation make-up air unit |
| Equipment upgrade: For buildings heated by natural gas, oil or propane | Heat pumps (central and in-suite*) Heat pump water heaters (central and in-suite*) Make-up air unit Electrical capacity upgrades |
| Other energy efficiency upgrades | Variable speed drives Parkade carbon monoxide controls LED lighting (common areas) Lighting controls (common areas) |
* Must cover a substantial portion of the building suites. This offer is not for individual, in-suite upgrades. Find individual rebates on Better Homes.
Eligibility details
Read the full requirements on BC Hydro
General eligibility requirements
- Applicant must have an active BC Hydro or City of New Westminster account
- Building must be a purpose-built market rental, condominium, or equity co-op building located in the BC Hydro service territory, including New Westminster
- Building characteristics: low-rise apartment, high-rise apartment and stacked townhome buildings, three storeys or higher with common area lighting and central mechanical systems
- The following building types are not eligible:
- New construction projects
- Commercial spaces in mixed-use buildings
- Smaller multi-unit residential buildings like multiplexes and side-by-side rowhomes
How it works
How it works diagram showing four circles connected by a flowing arrow. They indicate the four phases of the rebate process: Read the requirements, Get a quote and apply online, Once approved, start your upgrades, Submit documentation and get funding.
Read the requirements
Get a quote and apply online
Once approved, start your upgrades
Submit documentation and get funding
Get support
Questions about the program
Visit the BC Hydro to learn more about the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program.
Questions about upgrades
Energy Coaches can answer your questions about home energy upgrades. They can also help you learn about Better Homes programs and rebates.