The Louisville City Council adopted an ordinance Tuesday that will allow Marshall Fire victims to rebuild in accordance with previous building codes rather than the city's new green building codes.
The codes were adopted in Nov. 2021 in an effort to create a net-zero carbon footprint from all new residential construction in Louisville. Essentially, the codes aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, some residents felt the clean energy measures would make it too costly to rebuild.
Homeowners can still choose to rebuild using the 2021 codes. Residents who rebuild according to the green building codes could receive an"anticipated $7,500 rebate" from Xcel Energy, according to the ordinance.
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