Changes were approved by the city of Duncan to replace the requirement of a green roof by leaving how much financial contribution the city will make.
According to a council report, a change in the zoning of zoning laws to develop a two -story, mixed building in the 725 Canada Avenue, which would contain the green roof, was transferred last year.
The report also shows that the owner of the property was requested for a change for the removal of certain requirements due to the type of roof and the required maintenance quantity last month.
“The owner applied for a change in the issuing development permit to remove the requirement for a green roof due to the costs and, on the basis of the perception, that green roofs are impractical and tend to die,” the report says.
According to an analysis by the city, they found that more facilities with green roofs have a significant impact on the environment and can also contribute to alleviating climate change.
“Green roofs are an advantage because they help to alleviate minor precipitation events,” they say. “This reduces the pressure on conventional drainage infrastructure, helps manage to manage the urban Heat Island effect, offers habitat for pollinator types, improved energy efficiency and air quality.
“There are no disadvantages to green roofs than the additional costs.”
The Council says that the costs for work and services for the owner by around 164,000 US dollars, on considerable positive effects on the community, are located in which green roofs are simply not practical.
“Green roofs are not possible in larger buildings (5-6-storey) and conventional wooden frames where structural requirements can rule out the weight of a green roof,” they say.
The proposed design for the 725 Canada Avenue would include rainwater management, the soil cells for trees and a back parking lot.
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