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title: Go Zero Incentive Program for Zero-Emission Appliances
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## Funding has been fully reserved for the Pilot Phase. Sign up here for announcements about when additional funding may become available.

# **GO ZERO Multifamily Incentive Program**

The [South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) GO ZERO Incentive Program](https://www.aqmd.gov/home/rules-compliance/residential-and-commercial-building-appliances/go-zero#) offers rebates for multifamily properties for eligible space and/or water heating appliances installed on or after June 13, 2025.

- Must be located within [South Coast AQMD’s jurisdiction](https://www.aqmd.gov/nav/about/jurisdiction)
- Owner or property manager in a residential building with 5+ dwelling units.
- Heat pumps replacing gas or propane furnaces or gas water heaters must be Energy Star certified.

*Additional terms and conditions apply. See the [Terms & Conditions](https://gozeromultifamily.com/terms-conditions?hsLang=en) or [contact a Program Representative](mailto:GOZEROmultifamily@willdan.com) to learn more.*

![AQMD_logo](https://gozeromultifamily.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SCAQMD/AQMD_logo.png?width=91&height=139&name=AQMD_logo.png)The South Coast AQMD GO ZERO pilot incentive program for zero-NOx emission space and water heating appliances.

#### **Quick Links:**

## South Coast AQMD Jurisdiction Map

[![juristiction-map_](https://gozeromultifamily.com/hubfs/SCAQMD/juristiction-map_.jpg "juristiction-map_")](https://www.aqmd.gov/nav/about/jurisdiction)

## **Available Funding**

Total rebate funding for the GO ZERO Multifamily Incentive Program pilot phase is $5.0 million, including both rebates and administration fee, of which 75% is allocated for Overburdened Communities

The charts below are updated weekly and may not reflect real-time program statistics.

![overburdened_sept22](https://gozeromultifamily.com/hubfs/SCAQMD/graphs/overburdened_sept22.png "overburdened_sept22")

![non_sept22](https://gozeromultifamily.com/hubfs/SCAQMD/graphs/non_sept22.png "non_sept22")

Overburdened communities are ZIP codes identified per Senate Bill 535, as defined by [CalEnviroScreen](https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/1c21c53da8de48f1b946f3402fbae55c/page/SB-535-Disadvantaged-Communities).

## Eligible Equipment and Rebates

- All eligible equipment must be [Energy Star certified](https://www.energystar.gov/productfinder/).
- Multiple space heating/cooling units servicing one dwelling unit are counted as one heat pump for rebate purposes.
- The total rebate for a project with multiple heat pumps will be capped at $300,000 and is calculated at the complex/campus level.
- To complete your rebate reservation or application, please use the applicable Rebate Code in the right column to complete the appliance table(s).

| ## Rebate Table |  |  |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Download a PDF of the rebate table](https://gozeromultifamily.com/hubfs/SCAQMD/2025_scaqmd_multifamily_rebate-table_v2.pdf?hsLang=en) | Area Served | Rebate Amount | Rebate per | Rebate Code |
| HVAC Equipment - to replace gas or propane systems |  |  |  |  |
| Split or packaged rooftop/multi-position heat pump (ducted or ductless) | Individual Apt. | $2,000 | Heat pump | A |
| Packaged terminal heat pumps, single package vertical heat pump, or unitary through the wall/ ceiling heat pump | Individual Apt. | $1,000 | Heat pump that is variable capacity/inverter-driven | B |
| $500 | Heat pump with single or two-stage compressor | C |  |  |
| Heat pump | Multiple Apts. | $1,000 | Apartment served | D |
| Split or packaged rooftop/multi-position heat pump (ducted or ductless) | Common Areas | $1,800 | Heat pump | E |
| Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps, Single Package Vertical Heat Pump, or unitary through the wall/ ceiling heat pump | Common Areas | $800 | Heat pump that is variable capacity/inverter-driven | F |
| $300 | Heat pump with single or two-stage compressor | G |  |  |
| Water Heating Equipment - to replace gas or propane systems |  |  |  |  |
| Heat pump ≥ 55 gallons | Individual Apt. | $2,100 | Heat pump | H |
| Heat pump < 55 gallons | Individual Apt. | $1,400 | Heat pump | I |
| Heat pump ≥17 gallons per bedroom served | Multiple Apts. | $1,800 | Apartment served | J |
| Heat pump < 17 gallons per bedroom served | Multiple Apts. | $1,200 | Apartment served | K |

## Rebate Process

You will receive email notifications as your application progresses through each step of the Rebate process.

### Reservations (optional)

You may be eligible to place a reservation if funds are available AND your project has not yet been installed. Submitting a rebate reservation does not guarantee you will receive a rebate. Reservations are recommended but not required. You are required to provide proof of incremental progress at least every 30 days to maintain your reservation.

[ Reserve Your Funds ](https://gozeromultifamily.com/place-reservation?hsLang=en)

### Rebate Application

Once your project(s) have been completed, complete and submit the [required documentation](https://gozeromultifamily.com/apply-now?hsLang=en#documents) with your application.

[ Submit Your Application ](https://gozeromultifamily.com/apply-now?hsLang=en)

### Review

Willdan will review your documents and application; a post inspection may be required. You will be notified if additional information is needed and will receive email notifications as your application progresses through the review and approval process.

### Payment

If your application is approved, Willdan will issue your rebate payment via check or electronic funds transfer to the payee designated on your application.