Stay Compliant. Save Energy. Keep Your Rentals Licensed.

Ann Arbor’s Green Rental Housing Ordinance is now in effect—and it’s changing the way rental properties are licensed in the city. Whether you manage one unit or a large portfolio, every property must now meet minimum energy efficiency standards before the city will renew a rental license.

With approximately 23,000 rental units affected, local property managers are under pressure to get ahead of these requirements and avoid costly delays. That’s where Koala Insulation of Greater Ann Arbor comes in.

What the Ordinance Requires

Effective June 2025, property owners must choose one of two compliance paths:

• Home Energy Score Pathway
• Obtain a professional HERS score of 110 or lower through an energy audit.
• Prescriptive Checklist Pathway
• Complete a set of city-approved energy upgrades from a points-based checklist, including insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, and other improvements.
• The number of required points will increase over time.
• Fines for non-compliance start at $500 for the first offense and $1,000 for each one after that.

How Koala Insulation Helps Property Managers

We make compliance simple, affordable, and hassle-free:

• Free Insulation Assessments – We’ll check your current insulation levels and identify problem areas.
• Air Sealing & Thermal Imaging – Locate and eliminate hidden leaks that cause energy waste.
• Blown-In & Spray Foam Upgrades – High-performance options for attics, walls, and crawl spaces.
• HERS Rating Support – We work with certified raters and provide all documentation needed for city inspections.
• Fast Turnaround for Multi-Unit Portfolios – We minimize tenant disruption and keep your projects moving.

Why Act Now?

• Avoid rental license renewal delays
• Reduce utility bills for tenants (a major retention boost)
• Increase property value with permanent efficiency upgrades
• Spread out improvements over multiple units before the city increases checklist points in future years

Our Compliance Process

• Schedule a Free Walk-Through – We’ll inspect insulation and air sealing in each property.
• Receive a Compliance Plan – Clear recommendations for hitting your HERS score or checklist target.
• Upgrade & Document – We complete the work and provide the required verification for your rental license renewal.

Local Expertise You Can Trust

We’re based right here in Ann Arbor and already working with property managers to navigate the ordinance. Our team understands the A2ZERO initiative and how to meet city requirements while keeping costs reasonable.

Book Your Free Green Rental Compliance Assessment
Don’t wait until the deadline is around the corner—get ahead of the city’s enforcement and keep your licenses moving smoothly.