Bill > HB4887

This bill mandates energy audits for newly constructed residential buildings and for existing homes being sold, aiming to improve energy efficiency and provide consumers with crucial information. For new homes built after January 1, 2027, builders must obtain an energy audit conducted by a RESNET-certified professional, resulting in a Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index Score, which is a numerical representation of a home's energy performance. This audit involves on-site testing and its results must be submitted to local officials for a Certificate of Occupancy and disclosed to the owner. Failure to comply can result in penalties and may invalidate property transfers. For existing homes, sellers must obtain a HERS Index Score for their dwelling before transferring ownership, with exceptions for certain family transfers, foreclosures, and probate situations. The seller must provide the HERS score and a full audit report to the buyer, and the score must also be posted on the electrical panel. This legislation is intended to enhance energy efficiency in Illinois homes and empower buyers with knowledge about a property's energy performance.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=4887&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104