FAQ: Should single-family detached homes or duplexes get an EPR?

While single-family detached homes and duplexes are not required to obtain an Electrical Planning Report, the City of New Westminster encourages homeowners to begin planning for electrification. Working directly with a qualified electrical contractor to assess panel capacity and electrical readiness is a practical first step toward transitioning to electric heating and hot water systems, such as heat pumps. This approach can help homeowners prepare for future upgrades while supporting the City’s climate goals, which targets all new and replacement heating and hot water systems be zero-emissions by 2030.