๐Ÿ”Œ What Is an Electrical Planning Report?

Electrical Planning Reports (EPRs) are formal, code-informed assessments that evaluate a buildingโ€™s existing electrical system and its capacity to support future upgrades โ€” especially for EV charging installations.

In British Columbia, EPRs are becoming increasingly common for strata corporations and commercial property owners. They're often requested as part of:

  • Strata bylaw requirements

  • Engineering planning for upgrades

  • BC Hydro and CleanBC rebate applications

  • EV-readiness assessments under Bill 22

An EPR includes:

  • Review of your electrical service and distribution

  • Load calculations and capacity forecasting

  • Upgrade recommendations for future electrical demands

  • Compliance with the BC Electrical Code (CSA C22.1)

If you're preparing for expansion, EPRs provide clarity, reduce guesswork, and help avoid costly mistakes.

๐Ÿข Who Needs an Electrical Planning Report?

You likely need an EPR if you manage or represent:

  • Strata corporations (especially those considering EV charger installations)

  • Condominium boards under pressure to meet new bylaws

  • Commercial property owners looking to upgrade service

  • Facilities applying for energy efficiency incentives

  • Developers or contractors preparing electrical upgrades

Strata buildings are currently the most common group required to obtain these reports. New legislation and rebate programs are making it essential to have a clear, professional assessment before planning any future upgrades.

If your building has aging infrastructure, rising energy demand, or EV goals โ€” an EPR is your starting point.

๐Ÿงฐ Our Role in the EPR Process

At Good Electrical, we specialize in delivering accurate, actionable, and code-aligned Electrical Planning Reports โ€” without the fluff.

Hereโ€™s what we provide:

  • ๐Ÿ”Ž On-site review of existing electrical infrastructure
    Including service size, panel capacity, load profile, and equipment condition.

  • ๐Ÿ“Š Load calculations & expansion forecasting
    We calculate safe usage thresholds and what upgrades (if any) are required.

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Professional EPR documentation
    Includes diagrams, code references, and clear explanations tailored to strata councils or engineering consultants.

  • ๐Ÿ“ก Submission-ready formatting
    Whether your audience is a strata board, consultant, or municipal agency โ€” we prepare reports that meet expectations and technical requirements.

Our reports are designed to be practical, defensible, and ready for next steps โ€” whether thatโ€™s budgeting, applying for incentives, or hiring a contractor.

๐Ÿ“˜ Want to Learn More About Electrical Planning Reports?

BC Hydro has published a detailed guide to help strata corporations and property managers understand the purpose, scope, and structure of Electrical Planning Reports.

You can view the official document here:
๐Ÿ”— BC Hydro โ€“ Guidance for the Preparation of Electrical Planning Reports

If youโ€™re unsure how this applies to your building, or just want help interpreting the requirements, please donโ€™t hesitate to reach out โ€” weโ€™re happy to walk you through it and explain what your next steps should be.