Seattle City Light - Multifamily New Construction Rebate Program

Seattle City Light offers rebates for energy-efficient multifamily new construction projects with 5+ units, covering equipment like heat pump water heaters, efficient windows, insulation, lighting, and heat pump space heating systems. Market-rate properties receive $0.45/kWh for energy savings, while affordable housing properties receive $0.68/kWh, with incentive amounts determined through a free whole-building energy analysis; you must submit all materials at least 2 months before certificate of occupancy and contact Willdan at SCLNewConstruction@willdan.com to apply.

You can help your clients reduce construction costs by enrolling multifamily projects (5+ units) in City Light's Energy Design Assistance Program, which provides free whole-building energy modeling and attractive financial incentives for systems exceeding energy code. To qualify, your project must be located in City Light's service area, have a signed contract at least three months before temporary certificate of occupancy, and complete enrollment before 100% design documents are finalized; Willdan manages the technical analysis and coordination with the utility.

This rebate program incentivizes new multifamily construction (5+ units minimum) in Seattle City Light's service territory by offering $0.45/kWh for market-rate and $0.68/kWh for affordable housing properties that exceed energy code. The program is operated by Willdan and funded by City Light, with free whole-building energy modeling provided to applicants; participants must submit documentation 2 months before occupancy and receive payment after construction verification confirms implementation of selected efficiency measures.