This Policy Planning Companion document serves as a practical reference for local government staff involved in planning, building policy, or climate action. It consolidates current information about the Zero Carbon Step Code (ZCSC) and explains how it interacts with the Energy Step Code and other provincial building requirements.

For local governments with limited capacity, this document can serve as a starting point for developing a ZCSC implementation pathway. It does not replace technical documentation or provincial guidance such as the Best Practices Guide for Local Governments, but provides a helpful bridge between policy intent and on-the-ground application.