Eligibility

Learn if your new home project is eligible for Next Level Homes

Participating projects must meet the following requirements:

  • Property Type: Projects must either be detached single family homes or have a maximum of three attached units. Exceptions may apply for townhome projects. Contact us to inquire.
  • Location: Projects must be within Puget Sound Energy electric service territory.
  • Heating Source: Projects must use electricity for space heating.
  • Project Phase: Complete construction on or after January 1, 2024.*

*Projects that receive ENERGY STAR or DOEZERH certification on or after January 1, 2024 are also eligible for incentives.

How to qualify for incentives

Visit the incentives page to learn how to qualify for Next Level Homes incentives via the two participation pathways. Some homes may be eligible for higher Building Opportunity incentives.

Energy Credits+ pathway

Homes must exceed energy code by at least 0.5 eligible code credits and/or include measures from our list of efficient home features.

Certified Performance pathway

Home must be certified with ENERGY STAR or Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home (DOEZERH).

Building Opportunity incentives

Higher incentives are available for homes built on land owned by an income-qualified community land trust and/or properties on reservation land.