Berkeley's City Council recently enacted a policy aimed at cutting down on planet-warming pollution from buildings. Targeting one- to four-unit homes, around 29,000 in the city, the policy mandates emissions-reducing upgrades at the time of sale, promoting energy efficiency and indoor air quality. Homeowners can implement improvements prior to sale or fund a deposit that will encourage compliance. If the buyer fails to upgrade, the escrow funds will support low-income electrification initiatives. Exemptions apply for certain home types and first-time buyers.
The new Berkeley policy mandates emissions-reducing upgrades for 1-4 unit buildings upon sale, aiming to improve efficiency and decrease energy costs.
Owners can make various upgrades or pay a $2,500 deposit to ensure efficiency improvements, with unused funds allocated to low-income programs.
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