Green roofs; authorizes counties, cities, and towns, by ordinance, to grant incentives, etc. (SB1058)
Introduced By
Sen. Mary Margaret Whipple (D-Arlington) with support from 14 copatrons, whose average partisan position is:
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Description
Local incentives for green roofs. Authorizes counties, cities, and towns to grant incentives or provide regulatory flexibility to encourage the use of green roofs in the construction, repair, or remodeling of residential and commercial buildings. The incentives or regulatory flexibility could include (i) a reduction in permit fees when green roofs are used, (ii) a streamlined process for the approval of building permits when green roofs are used, or (iii) a reduction in any gross receipts tax on green roof contractors as defined by the local ordinance. Amends § 58.1-3852 (“Incentives for green roofing.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Comments
What a great bill. I hope it becomes law. Kudos to Delegate Ware and Senator Whipple.