Comox Valley Regional District Heat Pump Top-Up
The Comox Valley Regional District is offering a $350 top-up to CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program participants that switch from a fossil fuel (oil, natural gas, or propane) heating system to an electric air source heat pump. This municipal offer is in addition to the heat pump rebates currently available through the CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program.
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Overview
Rebate amount
$350Who can apply
You must be a resident within the boundaries of the Comox Valley Regional District (Village of Cumberland, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, Electoral Area A, B, or C).
Deadline
The application must be submitted within 6 months of the invoice date of the heat pump installation.
Funding provided by
The Comox Valley Regional District
Rebate amount
Requirements
You must be a resident of the Comox Valley Regional District
You must fulfill the eligibility requirements of:
Primary fuel before upgrade
Rebate
Fossil Fuel (oil, propane, or natural gas)
Eligibility requirements
In order to qualify for this rebate, all of the following requirements must be met. Please read them carefully. Contact an Energy Coach if you have questions.
Requirements for the home
- You must be a FortisBC, BC Hydro, or municipal utility customer.
- You must live in an eligible home.
- You must be a resident within the boundaries of the Comox Valley Regional District (Village of Cumberland, City of Courtenay, Town of Comox, Electoral Area A, B, or C).
- Home must be a year-round primary residence that is at least 12 months old.
Requirements for installation
All new equipment must be installed:
- Your upgrades must be completed on or after July 01, 2022.
- You must convert your primary heating system from fossil fuel (oil, natural gas, propane) to an electric air source heat pump.
- You must fulfill the eligibility requirements of:
Deadlines
The application must be submitted within 6 months of the invoice date of the heat pump installation.
How to apply
- Carefully read the Program Requirements and Additional Terms and Conditions to confirm your eligibility.
- Have an eligible heat pump installed. See the mini-split air source heat pump, central system air source heat pump, air-to-water heat pump rebate, or combination space and water heat pump rebate pages for eligibility requirements.
- Once your upgrades are installed, complete the online application and upload all supporting documentation including copies of all receipts and invoices. See sample invoices. No additional application is required for the municipal top-up. The top-up will be added to your rebate payment if you are in the participating municipality.
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Who to contact
Questions about the rebate?
Contact an Energy Coach to get clarification or help with understanding this rebate.
Questions about your application?
- BC Hydro Customers
- FortisBC Customers
Program updates
As of October 01 2022, eligibility requirements for ductless mini-split, ductless multi-split, Tier 2 central ducted, and dual fuel ducted heat pumps have changed.
- Heat pumps must meet new energy efficiency requirements:
- SEER: >16.00
- HSPF: >10.00
- Ductless mini-split heat pumps must be installed in a home that is 1,200 sq ft or less
- Ductless multi-split heat pumps must have at least two indoor heads installed
As of July 1, 2022, you need to hire a Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member for your heat pump installation to be eligible for heat pump rebates. If your installation invoice is dated before July 1, 2022, this requirement does not apply. It identify contractors in your region, use the Find a contractor tool.
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