Rebates

Energy-Efficiency Improvements

  • The ECAD ordinance seeks to improve Austin’s energy efficiency. Improving energy efficiency can increase the value of multifamily properties; increase tenant satisfactions by lowering energy bills, and help tenants choose properties that are energy efficient.
  • Between June 1, 2009 and June 1, 2011, Austin Energy will offer enhanced multifamily rebates to encourage property owners to make energy-efficiency improvements.

Enhanced Rebate level

Solar Screens

  • From $ 1.00 to $ 1.85/SF for double pane glass
  • From $ 1.00 to $ 1.88/SF for single pane glass

Attic Insulation

  • From$.10 to $.15/SF for existing R-8 thru R-16
  • From$.15 to $ .23/SF for R-7 and below

Air Duct

  • From $.25 to $.38 SF/ Uncased Fan Coil Units Only

Additional Rebates Include

HVAC System Rebates

  • Air conditioner replacement under 4 or more units
  • Heat pump replacement under 4 or more units

Building Envelope Improvements

  • Roof Insulation
  • Reflective Roof Coating

Lighting Replacement

  • Interior Lights Common
  • Area Lights
  • Compact Florescent Rebates

Window Treatments

  • Solar Film
  • Window Replacement

Air Duct System Improvements