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How can we make home remodels more sustainable? Survey on green building reach codes.

32 registered responses


How concerned are you about climate change?

Response Percent Response Count
Very concerned 78.1% 25
Somewhat concerned 9.4% 3
Neutral 12.5% 4

Did you attend the August 30th Community Meeting on Proposed Green Building Reach Codes held on Zoom?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 25.0% 8
No 75.0% 24

How much have you heard, seen, or read recently about the City of San Mateo’s Green Building Reach Codes?

Response Percent Response Count
A great deal 43.8% 14
A little 46.9% 15
Nothing at all 9.4% 3

Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 1 that requires panel capacity for future electrification of gas appliances at time of electrical panel upgrade in residential buildings?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 62.5% 20
Somewhat support 15.6% 5
Somewhat oppose 3.1% 1
Strongly oppose 18.8% 6

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 1?

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Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 2 that requires the installation of outlets at time of kitchen or laundry room renovations in single family homes if a gas stove or gas dryer is installed?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 59.4% 19
Somewhat support 9.4% 3
Neutral 3.1% 1
Somewhat oppose 6.3% 2
Strongly oppose 21.9% 7

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 2?

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14
Skipped
18

Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 3 that requires heat pump air conditioning installation at time of AC installation and gas furnace replacement in single family homes and duplexes?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 62.5% 20
Somewhat support 6.3% 2
Neutral 3.1% 1
Somewhat oppose 6.3% 2
Strongly oppose 21.9% 7

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 3?

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17
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15

Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 4A that requires new pools use electric or solar water heating at existing residential buildings?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 75.0% 24
Somewhat support 9.4% 3
Neutral 6.3% 2
Strongly oppose 9.4% 3

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 4A?

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9
Skipped
23

Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 4B that would prohibit the extension of fuel gas infrastructure in the backyard of existing residential buildings, thus, prohibiting fossil gas use for fire pits, grills, and water heating for pools?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 54.8% 17
Somewhat support 6.5% 2
Neutral 3.2% 1
Somewhat oppose 6.5% 2
Strongly oppose 29.0% 9

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 4B?

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14
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Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 5 that requires the installation of a heat pump water heater as part of an addition or alteration projects that include a water heater replacement in single family homes?

Response Percent Response Count
Strongly support 41.9% 13
Somewhat support 16.1% 5
Neutral 12.9% 4
Somewhat oppose 6.5% 2
Strongly oppose 22.6% 7

Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 5?

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16
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How concerned are you by the potential cost increase for homeowners as result of adopting these proposed green building reach codes?

Response Percent Response Count
Very concerned 48.4% 15
Somewhat concerned 35.5% 11
Not concerned 12.9% 4
Not sure 3.2% 1

Do you think these green building reach code options:

Response Percent Response Count
help reduce greenhouse gas emissions 25.0% 8
do not go far enough 40.6% 13
go too far 28.1% 9
not sure 6.3% 2

Is there anything else you would like to share about these green building reach code options?

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Which of the following describes your connection to the City of San Mateo?

Response Percent Response Count
Live in San Mateo 62.5% 20
Work in San Mateo 3.1% 1
Live and work in San Mateo 21.9% 7
Visit San Mateo to shop, dine or for recreation 12.5% 4

What is your age group?

Response Percent Response Count
25-40 years 18.8% 6
41-64 years 56.3% 18
65+ years 25.0% 8
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September 13, 2022, 10:31 PM
  • How concerned are you about climate change?
    • Very concerned
  • Did you attend the August 30th Community Meeting on Proposed Green Building Reach Codes held on Zoom?
    • No
  • How much have you heard, seen, or read recently about the City of San Mateo’s Green Building Reach Codes?
    • A great deal
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 1 that requires panel capacity for future electrification of gas appliances at time of electrical panel upgrade in residential buildings?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 1?
    No response.
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 2 that requires the installation of outlets at time of kitchen or laundry room renovations in single family homes if a gas stove or gas dryer is installed?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 2?
    You should require that only electric stoves or dryers be installed during renovations now.
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 3 that requires heat pump air conditioning installation at time of AC installation and gas furnace replacement in single family homes and duplexes?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 3?
    You should require heat pump installation whenever furnaces are replaced now.
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 4A that requires new pools use electric or solar water heating at existing residential buildings?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 4A?
    No response.
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 4B that would prohibit the extension of fuel gas infrastructure in the backyard of existing residential buildings, thus, prohibiting fossil gas use for fire pits, grills, and water heating for pools?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 4B?
    No response.
  • Do you support or oppose proposed Reach Code Option 5 that requires the installation of a heat pump water heater as part of an addition or alteration projects that include a water heater replacement in single family homes?
    • Strongly support
  • Do you have any other comments about Reach Code Option 5?
    No response.
  • How concerned are you by the potential cost increase for homeowners as result of adopting these proposed green building reach codes?
    No response.
  • Do you think these green building reach code options:
    • do not go far enough
  • Is there anything else you would like to share about these green building reach code options?
    No response.
  • Which of the following describes your connection to the City of San Mateo?
    • Live in San Mateo
  • What is your age group?
    • 41-64 years
  • Which best describes your current housing situation?
    • Own my home
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