City Housing Case study
City Housing
- Project: A major city decided to make a number of energy efficiency improvements to its public housing units. The city wanted to reduce its energy consumption and save money on energy costs.
NTG’s team began by conducting the required energy simulation to verify the deduction. They then communicated with building owners to explain the deduction and obtain all required documentation. They also worked with qualified engineers and contractors to complete inspections and testing. Finally, NTG provided tax consulting to verify the deductions and oversee the tax filing process.
- Energy efficiency improvements: The city decided to make a number of energy efficiency improvements to its public housing units, including:
- Installing new windows and insulation
- Replacing the heating and cooling systems
- Installing LED lighting
- Upgrading the units’ energy management systems
- 179D tax deduction: The city was able to claim a $1.80 per square foot tax deduction for the energy efficiency improvements that they made to its public housing units. This amounted to a total deduction of over $100 million.
- Benefits: The energy efficiency improvements that the city made have resulted in significant savings on energy costs. The city estimates that it will save over $10 million per year on energy costs. The improvements have also made the units more comfortable and healthier for residents.
This is just one example of how the 179D tax deduction can be used to improve the energy efficiency of city housing. The deduction can be used to fund a wide range of energy efficiency improvements, and it can provide significant savings on energy costs.
Here are some other benefits of using the 179D tax deduction for city housing:
- The deduction can help cities to meet their sustainability goals.
- The deduction can improve the health and comfort of residents.
- The deduction can save cities money on energy costs.
If you are a city considering energy efficiency improvements for its public housing units, you should talk to our team about the 179D tax deduction. The deduction can help you to make your housing stock more sustainable and save money on energy costs.