City of Surrey's 2022-2026 Financial Plan

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT

ECOSYSTEMS

• Explore BC Energy Step Code-related Zoning Bylaw updates and develop guidelines to account for the development of energy-efficient buildings; • Explore opportunities for policy guidance , guidelines and standards for high-albedo and green roofs, particularly large industrial and commercial buildings; Continue roll out of enhanced environmental review process for new developments and lots of record in cooperation with senior agencies, leveraging the City’s Ecosystem Development Plan (“EDP”) process and specialized staff; and •

Surrey Skyline

• Implement changes resulting from the revised Tree Protection Bylaw, with continued updates to Standard Operating Procedures and industry engagement focusing on quality inspection reports to streamline review process, ensure consistency and enhance security release options.

INFRASTRUCTURE

Work with Engineering Department to streamline single family water meter installation processes.

• Continue to implement updates to the City’s Land Management System for ongoing sustainability, leveraging process automation for added capacity; and •

EDUCATION & CULTURE

• Continue to prioritize Surrey School District Building Permit applications to meet the increased enrolment demands within the City.

Work with City’s post-secondary institutions to meet growth plans and demand; and

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City of Surrey | 2022—2026 Financial Plan | General Operating Fund | Planning & Development

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