This month Austin passed an Energy Efficiency Ordinance. It requires sellers to conduct an energy audit of their home before they can sell their property. The expected cost is $200 to $300 and will most likely be paid by the seller.
The audits will show how energy efficient, or inefficient, a home is. This should provide valuable information to a buyer. And should help those sellers that have upgraded their homes efficiency to get a better price for their home.
With all the options out there to increase a home's efficiency, these audits should make it easier for sellers and buyers to upgrade their homes. I like the fact that the City doesn't make sellers perform upgrades, but merely asks them to provide information. Much like a detailed inspection report for the other areas of a house.
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