Integrate energy performance into underwriting

HCR should consider updating its underwriting standards to account for operational cost reductions resulting from the new high performance buildings standards

Page 201: "The State should provide support for lenders to underwrite to energy performance standards and applicable regulatory requirements. HCR should consider updating its underwriting standards, consistent with federal regulations and requirements, to take into account potential reduced operational costs stemming from the new high performance buildings standards. Data collected from existing projects in operation of similar construction type will inform the new underwriting standards."