Council supports the development of a planning scheme amendment that elevates ESD requirements for new developments to progress towards zero carbon and climate resilience. Advocating for developments which reduce energy consumption and improve the day-to-day operating cost and comfort of new homes is an ongoing focus for Council. Kingston are members of and financially support CASBE. Should the CASBE led "Elevating ESD Targets" planning scheme amendment be approved, Kingston will be well positioned to ensure a high standard of interpretation and implementation of the new requirements.
In 2023, the Council Alliance for a Sustainable Built Environment (CASBE) invited Expressions of Interest from member Councils to join Round 2 of its Elevating ESD Targets Planning Scheme. Kingston submitted a formal EOI to CASBE but CASBE has since determined to await further information on the State Governments ESD Roadmap before proceeding with additional project members.