Equity Commission, Aug. 10, 2026

Tumwater Equity Commission · August 11, 2026

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Public comment: real estate costs and subsidy limits

Public Comment

16:24 → 19:46(3m 22s)

Mark Kitabayashi, a residential real estate professional, told the commission that many Tumwater homes are older and likely to score poorly; he said the current ordinance references a $4,000 reserve per jurisdiction and estimated that at $150–$300 per assessment the subsidy would cover only about 10–15 homes per year, raising equity concerns about who would bear the added cost.

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Equity commissioners reviewed a draft home energy score ordinance and heard public comment from local real estate professionals and residents raising concerns about upfront costs, exemptions and potential displacement. Staff outlined program design, assessor training, subsidy options and recommended safeguards; commissioners asked for data, a pilot and a remote follow-up meeting on Sept. 16 to formulate a recommendation.

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