The Tri-Country Green Development Standards (GDS) project is a joint effort among Grey, Dufferin, and Wellington Counties (the Counties) to create unified Green Development Standards that are informed by best practices, existing building credentials programs, and input from stakeholder consultation. The Counties will work closely with member municipalities.
The Tri-County Rural Green Development Standards will establish a consistent framework across the Counties making it easier for the development industry to understand and implement in their projects. The document will incorporate standards and guidelines that can be applied through all phases of development planning applications right through to construction.
How Can I get Involved?
Dufferin residents can attend a public visioning session on March 26, 2024. Stay tuned for more details.
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Timeline for Creating Green Development Standards
| Phase | Details | Completion Date |
| Awareness Building | This phase will raise awareness though webinars and public meetings, including a public visioning session in each County to solicit input on how Green Development Standards can contribute to sustainable communities and a webinar for the development and construction industry to raise awareness of Green Development Standards. | April 30, 2024 |
| Creating a Desire for Change | This phase will result in a draft of the Green Development Standards through a series of workshops and charrettes with the building industry and municipal staff. | July 31, 2024 |
| Knowledge Mobilization | This phase will seek feedback on the draft Green Development Standards from municipal staff, Council, the development industry and the general public. Standards will be revised based on feedback received. | November 30, 2024 |