The City of Tallahassee Utilities offers multiple grant programs for e residents to improve the energy efficiency of homes and businesses. 

Ceiling Insulation Grant Program

This offering is available to all utility customers. The City will pay 80% of the installed cost up to a maximum City contribution of $400 (or 100% of the installed cost up to $500 for those who qualify by income).Grants of up to $500 are available for extra ceiling insulation where the existing level is deficient.  The program's target insulation levels are R-38 for homes heated with gas, and R-49 for electrically heated homes.  Contact the City of Tallahassee for additional information.

Code Enforcement Rehabilitation Grants

Up to $2,500 per unit is available to assist income-eligible owners of homes that are owner-occupied, who have received notice of code violations, to make the necessary repairs to bring their home into compliance. Eligible repairs may include the following:

• Exterior painting
• Rafters, soffit and fascia repair
• Window glass and screens
• Railings and stairs
• Landings and porches
• Yard maintenance and debris removal when done in conjunction with repairs to the home.

Total household income cannot exceed 80% of the area median income, adjusted for family size, as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Applicants must demonstrate proof of income.

Energy Retrofit Grants

Grant Amount: Up to $500 for the combination of any of the repairs listed below in the "additional information" section.

Who Can Participate: Income-based customers who are home-owners, including mobile homes.

How To Get Started: This grant program begins with a free City energy audit. Call Utility Customer Operations at 891.4YOU (4968) and then 4, then 2 to schedule your energy audit appointment.