California PACE Financing (CaliforniaFIRST / HERO)

Property Assessed Clean Energy Programs

Available Solar & Renewable

About This Program

Property-assessed financing for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and water conservation improvements. Loan repaid through property tax bill over 5-25 years. No upfront costs; financing is attached to property, not owner.

Financing covers 100% of eligible project costs, repaid via property taxes

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • 100% financing for energy and water upgrades
  • Repaid through property tax bill
  • No upfront costs or payments
  • Financing transfers with property sale
  • Must have equity and tax payment history

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(844) 589-7223

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing enrollment

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