ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY PLAN FOSTER CREEK WEST NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWCASTLE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON

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1 ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABILITY PLAN FOSTER CREEK WEST NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWCASTLE MUNICIPALITY OF CLARINGTON Our File: Date: AUGUST 1, EESP.doc

2 August 1, 2017 Corporation of the Municipality of Clarington Planning Services Department 40 Temperance Street Bowmanville ON L1C 3A6 Attention: Robert Russell Re: Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Plan (EESP) Foster Creek West Neighbourhood Newcastle, Ontario In accordance with the requirements of the Pre-consultation Minutes for the August 1, 2013 meeting, the owner(s) are required to prepare an Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Plan. This Plan will identify specific measures on how residential development in the proposed subdivision will ensure the protection, conservation, and enhancement of air, water, ecological features and functions, energy, and other resources. The residential development proposed for Part of Lots 31 and 32, Concession 2, Geographic Township of Clarke, is shown on the attached draft subdivision plan prepared by D.G. Biddle & Associates Limited. The proposed subdivision consists of 263 detached dwellings, 142 street townhouse dwellings and a condominium block to consist of approximately 105 block townhouses. Additionally, the proposed subdivision will include a park block, a stormwater pond block, and several open space blocks adjacent to the Wilmot Creek valleylands. The EESP will address: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) Energy efficiency, Air quality, Water quality and water quantity, Solid waste reduction, Natural environment, Education, The EESP will demonstrate how this development will achieve the key principles of energy conservation and environmental sustainability..

3 - 2-1) ENERGY EFFICIENCY All new homes built after January 1, 2012, must comply with the enhanced energy efficiency requirements of the Ontario Building Code (O.B.C.). Homes must meet the performance level that is equal to an Energuide rating of 80 or more in accordance with National Resources Canada Energuide for New House or an equivalent certification system. The insulation values in the basement walls, exposed floors, walls and ceilings have been increased significantly. The O.B.C. will result in homes becoming more air-tight and a requirement of 3.1 air changes per hour. To comply, a Heat Ventilation Recovery System (HVR) shall be installed. The homes shall be built with hi-efficiency furnaces with a minimum 94% efficiency rating. All ductwork shall be sealed, joints taped and attic hatches weather-stripped. All windows, doors and skylights shall be installed for achieving energy efficiency compliance. In the event appliance packages are offered, only Energy Star rated appliances will be supplied. The Developers and their Consultants will work collectively with the Municipality of Clarington, Region of Durham, MOE and GRCA during all phases of the development.

4 - 3-2) AIR QUALITY During the servicing stages, water may be used when required to control dust emissions from extending off site. The construction entrance shall be maintained in a condition which will prevent the tracking of materials from the site onto public roads. All sediment spilled, dropped, washed or tracked onto public roads shall be cleaned to prevent airborne dust creation. Local trades and suppliers shall be employed to reduce travel time to the job site to lessen vehicle exhaust emissions. All homes to be built shall allow for ventilation and air filtration to reduce interior dust concentrations. The homeowners will be educated to operate the home in a way that minimizes the concentration of dust. Heating systems shall be designed to minimize the use of bends and corners in the ductwork so that dust does not accumulate. Continuous air barriers shall be installed to prevent the infiltration of outdoor dust, pollens, and vehicle emissions. Homes shall be constructed with a building envelope that is air tight to maintain insulation values, reduce the possibility of mold, and improve the durability of homes. Construction of the foundation shall include damp proofing, foundation drain wraps, and proper grading which will significantly reduce any possibility of water seepage and mold growth. All garage spaces shall be sealed from the living areas to limit the ingress of automobile emissions and chemical contaminants (Volatile Organic Compounds VOC s).

5 - 4 - The builder shall select materials that have fewer toxic VOC emissions such as: Low formaldehyde or sealed composite wood products. Low emitting carpeting, ceramic tile flooring, pre-finished laminate flooring, and hardwood or bamboo style flooring. Wall coverings and plastic moldings/trim which will minimize the use of synthetic materials. Builders shall be encouraged to install heat recovery ventilators (HRV s) in their homes. Since homes are increasingly built more air tight, HRV s reduce the cost of heating the incoming fresh air by extracting heat from the outgoing stale air and using it to pre-heat the incoming fresh air.

6 - 5-3) WATER QUALITY AND WATER QUANTITY A) SITE: The site shall be protected during the pre-servicing and servicing stages with Engineer designed and approved erosion and sediment control plans. A perimeter envirofence shall be installed and maintained until the fine grading and sodding are complete in order to prevent the off-site transmission of silt and sediment in stormwater. A controlled construction vehicle access route/mud mat shall be installed and remain in place until the roads are ready for asphalt. All catch basins shall have filtration measures in place and remain in place until the fine grading and sodding are complete in order to prevent any silt and sediment in the stormwater from entering the storm sewers. All control measures shall be inspected and maintained on a regular basis. All MOE, GRCA and Municipality of Clarington Guidelines and Standards shall be adhered to. The stormwater flows from the site will discharge either to the existing pond on the northwest corner of Highway 2 and Rudell Road, or the proposed pond north of Highway 2. The existing pond will be retrofitted with this development. Each pond will provide quality treatment to storm drainage as well as attenuates the effect of peak stormwater flows prior to discharge into Wilmot Creek. In order to reduce stormwater runoff and encourage ground water recharge, the following measures shall be implemented: Minimum sloped rear yard swales as per Municipality of Clarington standards shall be employed to encourage infiltration At least 300mm depth of topsoil shall be placed on the lots to encourage infiltration

7 - 6 - B) DWELLINGS: Canadians are some of the highest per capita users of water in the world. Simple changes to water use habits and household equipment can reduce water consumption in the home significantly. For these reasons, the design and construction of residential dwellings should minimize the use of water. To minimize household water consumption, low-flush toilets, low-flow showers and faucets shall be installed. Where applicable, Energy Star rated dishwashers and washing machines shall be installed.

8 - 7-4) SOLID WASTE REDUCTION Our construction waste management system will consist of the three R s; (i) (ii) (iii) Reducing waste at the source Reusing what would normally be landfilled Recycling materials i) Reduce: Waste shall be reduced by: Using materials more efficiently Efficiently purchasing and handling products Eliminating redundant materials with precise quantity take-offs Improving storage procedures to minimize weather damage Reducing suppliers packaging left on site Buying kiln dried lumber to reduce the amount of material discarded due to shrinkage and warping Purchasing resources made of recycled materials Training all trades/suppliers to recycle their wastes Developing a central storage area for wood and bricks which allows for reuse and faster clean up ii) Reuse: Cut lumber shall be reused for bridging, blocking or forming stakes. Excess insulation shall be used for sound barrier and fire-stop purposes. All resources shall be stored in a common location where the likelihood that trades will reuse them will increase. iii) Recycle: Materials such as asphalt, concrete, wood, drywall, cardboard, bricks, metals, plastics and paints shall be recycled. Separate bins shall be placed in a central location whereby wastes can be separated, stored and recycled.

9 - 8-5) NATURAL ENVIRONMENT As part of the development process, several studies and reports have been completed. Including; An Environmental Impact Study (EIS) A Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report A Site Screening Questionnaire Open space blocks will provide the required buffer from the rear lot lines of the proposed detached dwelling lots to the Wilmot Creek valley corridor. The trees and groundcover within these open space blocks will be preserved where site grading permits, to enhance the open space buffer. New boulevard trees and plantings will be installed as per municipal requirements. All of the servicing work shall be completed in compliance with the amphibian breeding season, bird breeding season and the resources fisheries-in-work-timeline schedules/seasons.

10 - 9-6) EDUCATION All homeowners shall receive a Homeowners Manual with website links to Tarion, CMHC, Durham Region Home Builders Association, Ministry of Housing, and National Resources Canada along with all the manufacturer s manuals and warranties. The manual will address the following items; relative humidity, dust, chemical contaminants (VOC s), mould, combustion gases, recycling, plus all maintenance checklists and guides. In addition, an Environmental Homeowners Guide shall be provided to the residents containing information regarding the environmentally sensitive areas, rare plants, and amphibians near the subdivision.

11 SUMMARY Over the past several years, there have been many changes in the way lands are developed and new homes built. Rules and regulations regarding development are far more stringent with greater emphasis on preserving the environment. New homes are increasingly incorporating healthy house features for improved air quality and enhanced comfort and are far superior in terms of energy efficiency, environmental responsibility and homeowner satisfaction. This Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Plan is a brief summary on how the development of Foster Creek West Neighbourhood will ensure the efficient use of energy, the protection of air quality, the protection of water quality, the efficient use of water quantity, the reduction, reuse, and recycling of solid waste, the protection of the natural environment, and the education of the homeowners. Yours truly, D. G. BIDDLE & ASSOCIATES LIMITED P.D. Cane, P.Eng Project Engineer