Austin Energy - Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Rebate Program
Administered by: Austin Energy
Quick Summary
Austin Energy's Multi-Family Rebate Program helps apartment owners and property managers cut energy costs through rebates on HVAC systems, insulation, windows, lighting, and duct repairs. Standard rebates cover up to 80% of improvement costs, while income-qualified properties can receive up to 100% coverage; start by requesting a free energy survey to determine your property's eligible measures and rebate amounts. Incentives are awarded first-come, first-served, with specific dollar amounts per measure—for example, up to $1.31 per square foot for attic insulation, $360 per HVAC tune-up, and $2–$19 per LED lamp.
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Program Details
- Program ID
- 2015
- Last Updated
- 5/21/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
The Austin Energy Multi-Family Program provides cash incentives to owners, developers, and property managers of apartments and other multi-family properties for making energy efficiency improvements. Rebates are available for qualified A/C systems, heat pumps, window treatments, insulation, ductwork, and lighting equipment. A free walk-through energy survey is required before a rebate application will be accepted. Rebate eligibility for each identified improvement will be determined by the on-site survey. Rebates for some measures may be prorated or not offered depending on the cost-effectiveness of each measure. Incentives are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Austin Energy offers both standard and income-qualified multi-family rebates. Standard rebates are designed to pay up to 80% of energy efficiency measures. Multifamily Income Qualified rebates are designed to pay up to 100% of the cost of the energy efficiency measures installed. Contact Austin Energy for more information on this program.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.