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Council debates timing of home energy score disclosure as region moves forward
Summary
Councilors questioned whether Olympia should vote on a home energy score disclosure policy in March or wait for partner jurisdictions; staff said assessments would typically cost $150–$350 paid by sellers and that Thurston County and Tumwater are moving the item through their processes in February.
City climate staff told the Olympia City Council on Feb. 10 that a proposed home energy score policy would require disclosure of a standardized energy assessment at the time of sale and that staff and regional partners have worked toward a model, regionally consistent ordinance.
Pamela Braff said the assessment would be paid by the seller and estimated typical costs in other communities at roughly $150 to $350. She also said the city would budget subsidized assessments for low‑income sellers so qualifying households could receive a covered assessment.
"It would be paid for…
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