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20×102mm Vulcan
Berkeley’s gas ordinance
Berkeley voted unanimously to adopt a "first in the nation" ordinance in July 2019 that prohibited gas in all new construction. Berkeley’s gas ordinance was unique because it did not go through the traditional reach code route, which requires approval from the California Energy Commission (CEC). Instead, Berkeley used its city police powers to prohibit new gas hookups on the grounds of public health and safety.
Berkeley voted unanimously to adopt a "first in the nation" ordinance in July 2019 that prohibited gas in all new construction. Berkeley’s gas ordinance was unique because it did not go through the traditional reach code route, which requires approval from the California Energy Commission (CEC). Instead, Berkeley used its city police powers to prohibit new gas hookups on the grounds of public health and safety.
Forward-Looking Cities Lead the Way to a Gas-Free Future
UPDATED February 18: The City of Richmond has committed to going gas-free Over 50 cities and counties across California are considering policies to support all-electric new construction.
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