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IRA HOMES/HEAR Energy Rebate Programs
The Inflation Reduction Act Home Energy Rebate Programs (herein after referred to as the "Program(s)") are delivered by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality. These Programs will deliver rebates to residential property owners in the State of North Carolina. The Programs consist of the Home Efficiency Rebates ("HOMES") Program and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates ("HEAR") Program. The State of North Carolina ("the State") is requiring this Acknowledgement to be executed by building owners (or another entity authorized to act on behalf of the owner) whose tenant-occupied properties receive higher rebate amounts available only to households with incomes less than 80% Area Medium Income (AMI). For purposes of these Programs, Low-Income Tenants are defined as those with incomes less than 80% AMI.
Owner Acknowledgment
The State requires a building owner with Low-Income Tenants to agree to the following for a period of two years following the receipt of the rebates: * I agree to rent the dwelling unit to a low-income tenant. * I agree not to evict a tenant to obtain higher rent tenants based upon the improvements. * I agree not to increase the rent of any tenant of the building as a result of the energy efficiency improvements with exception of increases to recover actual increases in property taxes and/or specified operating expenses and maintenance costs for a two-year period after the upgrades on the unit are completed. * I agree that if the property is sold within two (2) years of receipt of the rebates, I must include the language of the aforementioned conditions in the purchase agreement with the new owner. I must communicate to any prospective new owners in writing these terms and that the aforementioned conditions will apply to them as the new owner. * I will provide written notice to tenants in tenant's primary language explaining their rights and the building owner's obligations listed above (e.g., add an addendum to the lease) before the project is installed. * Owners who fail to comply with these requirements must refund the rebate amount to the implementer. A form will be available on the website for tenants to be able to submit complaints, if they allege a building owner failed to disclose these Program requirements, resulting in a breach of this Acknowledgement.
Terms and Conditions
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NC DEQ) Application Terms and Conditions for HOMES and HEAR Programs Effective: May 1, 2025 PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY: My signature below authorizes Energy Saver NC Staff and Contractors to enter my home as needed to perform energy efficiency upgrades. My signature verifies that this residence is not currently for sale, nor is it designated for acquisition or clearance (foreclosure) by federal, state or local programs. Upon completion of work, I give permission for the contractor, sub-contractor staff, local, state, and/or federal officials to inspect said work. I understand a final inspection of the work provided is necessary. I will be responsible for payment of services rendered if I refuse to allow work to be completed or the final inspection(s) of my home. I understand program requirement regulations prohibit warranties as an allowable program expense. Materials and labor will be covered by the installer for one year. I agree, on behalf and for all members of my home, that the state of North Carolina, energy auditors, and it's sub-contractors will not be held liable for any injury or expense incurred by me while participating in this program. I attest to the best of my knowledge that the information on this form is correct and complete. This service is free of charge but if my home is served due to incomplete or incorrect information that would otherwise make my household ineligible, I accept responsibility for paying for services received. I authorize the release of income and benefits information to the Energy Saver NC program to document my eligibility. Pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 552(b)(6), of the Freedom of Information Act, the Energy Saver NC program is required to keep confidential any specifically identifying information related to an individual's eligibility application for weatherization services, or the individual's participation in weatherization services, such as name, address, or income information. The State of North Carolina in conjunction with the Energy Saver NC program may, however, release information about recipients in the aggregate in a manner which does not identify specific individuals. Recertification of income information provided must occur every 12 months. CLIENT APPEALS PROCESS: Once you have completed the application for services, you have the right for your application to be processed within 60 days. If your application is not processed within 60 days or if you are denied services, you may appeal the decision using the following appeals procedure: You may appeal to the Program Manager of Energy Saver NC. Appeals to Energy Saver NC should be in writing and addressed to: Attn: Energy Saver NC North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 217 West Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27603 The office will have 15 days to respond in writing to all appeals and the decision will be considered final. If you are unsatisfied with the results of your appeal, you will be given the appropriate state or local contact information.
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with all the terms and conditions of the North Carolina HOMES or HEAR programs.
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Acknowledgment of Equipment Removal Standards
By enrolling in this program, you acknowledge and agree that contractors are required to remove all uninstalled equipment from your property.
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with the equipment removal standards.
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Consent to Use Photos for Educational, Promotional, and Marketing Materials
By enrolling in this program I do hereby consent and agree that the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality and affiliates have permission to take photographs and/or record video and/or audio of me and/or my property, or use the photos/video/audio I have provided, for use in educational, promotional, and/or marketing materials. I further consent that my name and identity may be revealed therein or by descriptive text or commentary. Neither individual addresses nor telephone numbers will be published within this material. I do hereby give the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality and affiliates the right to exhibit any such works publicly or privately, including posting on the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality website. I waive any rights, claims, or interest I may have to control the use of my identity or likeness in the photographs, video, or audio, and agree that any uses described herein may be made without compensation or additional consideration to me. I represent that I have read and understand the foregoing statement and that I am competent to execute this agreement.
I have read, understood, and agree to comply with the use photo.
Owner Information
Property Address
Owner's Signature
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By signing, you agree to all the terms and conditions outlined above.
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Confirmation
I have read and agree to all the terms and conditions outlined in this acknowledgment form
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