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Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program
Funding for multi-unit building retrofit upgrades
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
The Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program supports energy efficiency work for multi-unit residential buildings in British Columbia. It covers opportunity assessments, feasibility studies, and rebates for whole-building retrofit upgrades that improve energy performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Opportunity assessments for building retrofit planning.
- Feasibility studies for specific retrofit projects.
- Whole-building energy retrofit upgrades.
Documents Needed
- Assessment report
- Assessment workbook
- Feasibility study proposal
- Study report
- Itemized invoices
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Purpose-built rental buildings.
- Condominium buildings.
- Equity co-op buildings.
Who is not eligible
- New construction projects.
- Commercial spaces in mixed-use buildings.
- Multiplexes and side-by-side rowhomes or townhomes.
Eligible expenses
- Opportunity assessments and feasibility studies.
- Eligible retrofit equipment and related upgrades.
- Custom project analysis and documentation.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New construction projects.
- Commercial spaces in mixed-use buildings.
- Multiplexes and side-by-side rowhomes or townhomes.
- Projects switching from natural gas, oil, or propane to electricity under the bonus incentive.
Eligible geographic areas
- BC Hydro service territory.
- City of New Westminster.
- British Columbia.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed before work can proceed.
- If approved, a funding agreement is issued before the consultant or contractor continues.
- Final documents must be submitted after completion for review.
- If approved, payment is processed according to the agreement.
Additional information
- Part of BC Hydro and the Government of B.C.'s CleanBC Better Homes programs.
- Returning applicants can check application status and upload documents in the CEM Hub.
- Program guides and FAQs are available for more detailed requirements.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program Program
What is the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program?
The Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program supports energy efficiency work for multi-unit residential buildings in British Columbia. It covers opportunity assessments, feasibility studies, and rebates for whole-building retrofit upgrades that improve energy performance and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Who is eligible for the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program program?
To be eligible for the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program program, you must:
Purpose-built multi-unit buildings only.
Retrofit projects only.
Online application through CEM Hub.
What expenses are eligible under Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program?
Opportunity assessments for building retrofit planning.
Feasibility studies for specific retrofit projects.
Whole-building energy retrofit upgrades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program?
You can contact BC Hydro (BCH) by email at none or by phone at (800) 224-9376.
Where is the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program available?
The Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program?
Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program is funded by BC Hydro (BCH)