Jessica Hoefer Author Archives
Does the Owner Resident Split-Incentive issue in Multifamily cause a roadblock to Energy Management?
In order for a property to be truly energy efficient, the interests of both the owner and residents must be aligned in favor of sustainability. Unfortunately, traditional lease arrangements often do the opposite, and skew the interests of both parties… http://umadvisory.org/does-the-owner-resident-split-incentive-issue-in-multifamily-cause-a-roadblock-to-energy-management/
Household Energy Bills and Subsidized Housing
Household energy consumption is crucial to national energy policy. This article analyzes how the rules covering utility costs in the four major federal housing assistance programs alter landlord and tenant incentives for energy efficiency investment and conservation. We conclude that, relative to market-rate housing, assistance programs provide less incentive to landlords and tenants for energy […]
Comparing Tenant Versus Owner Paid Rules Governing Utility Allowances
A utility allowance table for Project-Based Section 8 comparing tenant versus owner paid rules governing utility allowances. Download
Retrofitting existing HUD subsidized, privately owned affordable housing—a literature review of research that demonstrates job creation as a result of greening multifamily buildings.
Retrofitting existing HUD subsidized, privately owned affordable housing—a literature review of research that demonstrates job creation as a result of greening multifamily buildings. Download
Use of Weatherization Program Funds to Benefit Residents of Multifamily Housing
A paper on the use of Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance funds to benefit residents of multifamily housing. Download