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On 11 Jan. Prof. Straube wrote:<div><br></div><div>' Energy Star version 3 will
simply penalize people for every square foot over 2200 (the
average)' </div><div><br></div><div>John, having spent nearly 25 years in urban transportation planning, </div><div>I believe that primarily as a result of: (1) 'use' restrictions in urban landuse </div><div>bylaws, and (2) the marketing hype of the 'planned residential neighbourhood' </div><div>there is too much focus on the 'residential' housing unit. </div><div><br></div><div> From an overall energy perspective, can we not take this opportunity to help </div><div>turn this around. Somehow I believe new standards of measurement should </div><div>try to foster benefits to those considering housing with home based businesses </div><div>of substance. The resulting energy benefits in transportation energy are </div><div>considerable, especially if married with compact urban form. </div><div><br></div><div>I see no reason to penalize a somewhat larger than average home - if it includes </div><div>a reasonably sized retail, professional or service use. Food for thought when </div><div>striving for practical energy standards for new housing and infill/renovations. </div><div><br></div><div>Gord Scale</div><div><br>
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