Thurston County, Washington: Mandatory Home Energy Scores
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Thurston County, Washington, introduces a mandatory home energy score system for property listings, starting next year. The score, ranging from one to ten, assesses a homes energy efficiency and annual costs. The rule, approved by county commissioners, aims to reduce emissions and ease energy bills, particularly for low-income families. Real estate groups oppose the move due to assessment fees and a shortage of local assessors. Thurston County is the first in the nation to implement this rule, with nearby cities considering similar measures.
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