Dockside Green

“The Community The World Is Talking About”

Harnessing the latest innovations in green building technology, the buildings at Dockside Green are targeted to exceed the level of energy-efficiency required by the Model National Energy Code by over 50%. Contributing factors include double-glazed, low-emittance windows, high-insulating walls, and external shading devices that also help maintain comfortable indoor temperatures.

Green Building & Award Winning Design

• Designed by award-winning Busby Perkins + Will Architects
• Dockside Green has received several national and provincial awards to date
• The Dockside Green project is targeting LEED® Platinum Certification; the Developer has agreed to a financial penalty, payable to the City, if this is not achieved.
• Environmental  features are focused on health, indoor air quality, urban ecology and energy, water saving strategies that will save you money while helping the environment

Landscaping

• Cutting edge landscape design incorporates naturalized water features, vertical green wall elements, green roofs, lush landscaping and numerous green spaces to create a socially and ecologically responsible open space
• Water front park and access to public small boat launch/Harbour Ferry stop

Durable Materials

• Construction will consist of concrete and steel including 7 inch thick solid reinforcing concrete floors
• Independent review by building envelope specialists
• Warranty includes 10 year structural defects, 5 year envelop coverage and 2 year limited material and labour coverage

Building Operation

• When construction is completed, an independent commissioning agent will check the building systems to ensure they work as intended
• One year after operation an independent commissioning agent will again check the building systems to ensure they work properly

Community Amenities

As Dockside Green community members, Balance residents will enjoy incredible on-site amenities like mini-transit and car-share programs, waterfront walkways, bike paths, and of course, plenty of communal green spaces.

Upon completion of the entire community, amenities will include:

• Waterfront and pedestrian walkways
• Pedestrian lookout pier and small boat launch
• North/south trail connection along a landscaped creek and pond system through the middle of the site
• Large plaza with community amphitheater and stage in Dockside Village (south end of site)
• Improvements to the Galloping Goose Trail
• East/west greenway linkages
• Public art
• Access across Esquimalt and Harbour Roads
• Play area
• Staircase on southeast end of site from Johnson Street bridge
• Extensive tree planting
• Historical, aboriginal and environmental signage
• Shoreline enhancement and restoration
• Water features and creek running through the site
• Community website
• Car-share program and mini-transit system

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Environmental Features

Energy

• 45 – 55% more energy efficient than Model National Energy Code
• 100% fresh air system to each suite with heat recovery ventilator to pre-warm incoming air saving energy
• Low-E double-glazed, thermally isolated, energy efficient aluminum window system, which provides warmth in the winter and cools in the summer
• Superior building envelope to minimize heat loss and gain
• External shading on most south and west windows to minimize heat gain in the summer but allow for daylight
• Energy efficient four pipe fan coil system
• Energy Star® Appliances, refrigerator, range, dishwasher, washer and dryer
• LED lighting in central corridor and compact fluorescent lighting in suites
• Occupancy sensors or automatic door switches in closets, storage areas and bathrooms
• High efficiency, zoned, occupancy-controlled lighting in parkade and common areas
• Enhanced “day lighting” strategies to provide daylight in suites
• In-suite meters (internet-based) to measure hot and cold water use, heat and electricity with internet connection to computer to measure usage and control heat remotely
• When construction is completed an independent commissioning agent will check the building systems to ensure they work as intended
• One year after operation an independent commissioning agent will again check the building systems to ensure they work properly

Water Efficiency

• 55 to 60% less water usage than traditional condo buildings
• High performance dual flush toilets are standard in suites
• Low flow showerheads and faucets are tested for effectiveness
• Sewage will be treated on site and treated water is used for flushing toilets and irrigation
• Estimated 70 million gallons of potable water savings on full build-out equivalent to the entire regions water use on the driest day of the year

Indoor Air Quality

• 100% fresh air ducted to each suite
• Selection of superior low or no volatile organic compound, eco-friendly paints, sealants and adhesives contribute to superior air quality
• Avoidance of urea-formaldehyde composite wood and agrifibre products
• Opening windows to maximize natural ventilation
• Indoor air construction management practices during construction to minimize air contamination during construction
• Air quality testing at end of construction
• Each suite receives 6 month supply of green housekeeping supplies

Designed For Alternative Transportation

• Secure bike storage
• Close to public transit and Galloping Goose Trail
• Car share program
• Parking stall in parkade for car share
• Mini transit system
• Harbour ferry to downtown Victoria

Durable / Environmental Materials

• Careful attention to using regionally sourced and manufactured materials
• Bamboo floors (in main living areas) and cabinets with wheat board substrates
• Majority of construction waste to be recycled

Other Climate Change Strategies

• Reduction in carbon dioxide emissions from energy efficiency
• 30 to 40% fly ash in concrete mix reduces carbon dioxide emission associated with cement use while strengthening the concrete
• Climate cool Interface Carpet tile

Site & Environmental Considerations

• Full cut off light fixtures to prevent light pollution and save energy
• Rainwater is collected in onsite naturalized creek and pond features
• Non-potable water use for landscaping and water features
• Majority of construction waste will be recycled
• Green roofs

Download a printable version of our features and environmental features sheets.