Program Eligibility Requirements

• Homes that earn the ENEGY STAR Version 3.1 certificate after January 1st, 2025 with 100% LED lighting.

• Qualifying structures :

  • Site-built single-family residential homes receive $1,450

  • Attached housing, such as townhomes, duplexes, and stacked townhomes receive $1,150

• HERS Raters receive $50 for every home submitted

• Builders and HERS Raters need to sign up as EPA ENERGY STAR Partners

  • Builders and HERS Raters who are already partners with ENERGY STAR do not need to sign partnership agreement again

ENERGY STAR Version 3.1 Requirements

• Virginia Code level insulations with Grade 1 installation or better

• Virginia Code level air sealing 5 ACH50 or better

• 4 CFM50 duct leakage to the outside

• Properly installed HVAC System

• More information can be found at ENERGY STAR Partner Resources

Program Submissions

• Builders must use RESNET-approved HERS Raters to test and certify qualifying homes.

• Rater must complete two inspections during construction

  • Pre-drywall / rough inspection

  • Final / post-construction inspection

• Rater must provide supporting documentation with application

  • Confirmed Ekotrope file for each registered home

  • PDF of registered home plans (upon request)

• Raters must sign a partnership agreement the Program in order to receive payment

• All homes must be submitted in Ekotrope.

• Email the Program at DominionEnergyNewHomes@icf.com if you have questions about accessing Ekotrope or need permissions to submit to the Program.

Training Opportunities

The Program requires builders to participate in technical and marketing training provided through the program.

• Technical Training

  • Learn how to meet ENERGY STAR requirements and minimize potential delays associated with certification

  • Learn about alternative pathways to energy savings for HVAC and air sealing

• Marketing Training

  • How to sell and market ENERGY STAR homes