CITY OF ELYRIA
ENERGY SMART HOES PROGRAM
PRESS RELEASE
ENERGY SMART HOES PROGRAM
PRESS RELEASE
April 1, 2010
The City of Elyria has been approved for funding through the United States Department of Energy (DOE) to assist the Elyria homeowners with rebates to make energy improvements to their homes,thus helping homeowners save money on their energy costs.
The program has two components, First, up to 2300 owner-occupied homes are eligible to receive a digital programmable thermostat. The thermostats will be made available to all residents of the City and the funding will be used to cover the cost of the thermostat and professional installation. Installation will be done by contractors approved through a Community Development Department.
Second, a minimum of 123 income-qualified homeowners can receive funding for permitted improvements that will reduce their energy costs. Assistance can be provided for the following: installation of (ENERGY STAR) natural gas furnaces; energy efficient hot water heaters; and/or attic and wall insulation. The amount available for each of these improvements is tiered and will be based on income. A City of Elyria Building Inspector will conduct an on-site energy audit of the home to determine if energy savings will be meet all grant requirements before final approval can be given. All work will be done by contractors approved through the Community Development Department.
To learn more about the program, or receive an application call Rebecca Jones in Elyria Community Development Department at 440-326-1536.
Mayor William Grace
