Master Plan Amendment #2025-00004 Green Building Plan

Expressed support for a strong Green Building Plan, advocating for a 30 EUI target and biennial reviews to meet city climate goals.

Spoke on behalf of Paradigm Development Company, warning that strict EUI standards for high-rises will disincentivize high-density housing and exacerbate the housing crisis.

Representing Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions, supported stronger EUI standards to protect low-income households from rising energy burdens.

Voiced support for rigorous green building targets, citing industry guidelines showing net-zero multifamily buildings are achievable.

Spoke in support of the Green Building Plan and the hard work put into its development.

Urged the commission to strengthen multifamily EUI standards from 38 down to 30 to protect residents from rising energy costs and promote social equity.

Spoke as an architect in favor of stricter EUI standards, noting that high-performance building costs are manageable and standard practice.

Representing USGBC, recommended updating LEED version references and adding LEED v5 certification to the plan's compliance pathways.