Advanced Home Program

The Performance-Based Approach provides incentives for building homes that exceed the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24) by at least 15 percent. These homes can also qualify for the ENERGY STAR^® for Homes label, which is widely recognized for energy efficiency.

• California Energy Star® New Homes Program - Open to all single and multifamily new construction of 3 stories or less.
• High Rise Multifamily Program – Open to multifamily new construction 4 stories or more
• High Performing New Homes Program – Open to all single and multifamily new construction of 3 stories or less.

Two Levels of Participation:

• Tier 1 – Exceed Title 24 compliance by 15% for single or multifamily new construction
• Tier 2 – Exceed Title 24 compliance by 35% and 40% in cooling budget for single or multifamily new construction

Program Details

• Program Participation Handbook (PDF)

New Solar Homes Partnership

The Partnership supports the application of photovoltaic technology in residential new construction projects.  The SDG&E Advanced Home Program will also provide qualifying projects with energy efficiency incentives for both single family and multifamily new construction.  In addition, builders will qualify for incremental incentives from the California Energy Commission’s New Solar Homes Partnership. 

Advanced Home Case Studies

Through this program, SDG&E seeks to create a comprehensive case study portfolio of projects structured around three principles: energy, resources and the environment. The program helps builders, architects and designers with a broad base of support, including design assistance, outside expertise, financial incentives, education, resources and recognition. The portfolio will specifically focus on:

• Sustainable land use planning
• Environmentally sensitive design
• Green building practices

Residential New Construction Training

San Diego Gas & Electric offers Title 24 training classes to help you recognize your options and learn how energy-saving technologies can help reduce your cost of complying with the new energy standards. 

Contact Us

San Diego Gas & Electric
Advanced Home Program
8335 Century Park Court, CP11E
San Diego, CA 92123

Phone: 858.636.5740
Fax: 858.654.6364

Email: NewConstructionServices@SempraUtilities.com

Funds are limited and available on a first come first served basis.

This program is funded by California utility customers and administered by San Diego Gas & Electric under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.