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Tumwater Tests Home Energy Score Mandate | Seattle News
Tumwater’s City Council is considering a bold new move: requiring homeowners to get a Home Energy Score before selling their property, aiming to boost transparency for buyers and incentivize energy-efficient upgrades. To ease the financial burden—typically $300—the city is exploring subsidies, with options ranging from full coverage for low-income sellers to tiered support. While environmental advocates and some residents support the initiative for its climate and consumer benefits, others worry about added costs and fairness. The ordinance is now on hold, sent to the Equity Commission for 60…
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