D5Beaverton Heights Housing Community

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Located in Brock Township, this all-electric transitional housing project includes 47 units and a Community Hub, showcasing energy-efficient designs and renewable energy systems to achieve greater efficiency than the Ontario Building Code.

Beaverton Heights is a forward-thinking, all-electric transitional housing community designed to support life stabilization for residents in north Durham. It features a Community Hub offering services and activities for both residents and the broader community.

Key Sustainability Features:

All-Electric Design: No fossil fuels used—first of its kind in Durham Region.
Energy Efficiency: Includes air-source heat pumps, electric water heaters, LED lighting, and enhanced insulation.
Water & Waste Reduction: Low-flow fixtures, native landscaping, and stormwater retention systems.
Renewable Energy: A ~140 kW rooftop solar PV system meets up to 50% of the building’s energy needs.
EV Infrastructure: Two Level 2 electric vehicle charging stations.
Climate Impact: Achieves 37.2% greater efficiency than Ontario Building Code SB-10; supports Durham’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2045.

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Main contact person Melanie Kawalec
Melanie Kawalec
Climate Change Coordinator
Durham Region

Information updated 05/30/2025

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