As Louisville residents look to rebuild following the devastating Marshall Fire, some feel the recovery process has been stifled by the city's green building codes. via CB_Cotton
The codes were adopted in Nov. 2021, aiming to have a net-zero carbon footprint from all new-home construction in Louisville. Essentially, the codes aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The codes require builders to use high-performing materials for windows, insulation and siding. Page 102 of the meeting's agenda shows various cost analysis. The city also shared a more than 600 page document with details of the green rebuilding process.Some residents feel the clean energy measures will make it too costly to rebuild. City leaders have maintained that rebates, equipment discounts and donations will help residents during the process.
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