Multifamily energy retrofits & AMEEP incentives in the Bronx
With so much regulated and affordable housing, many Bronx buildings are candidates for AMEEP — the affordable track, capped at 85% of project cost under the 2026 rules rather than 70% for market-rate.
Clean Ridge scopes the building, prepares the application and coordinates licensed installers — from common-area and boiler-room upgrades to whole-building heat pump projects.
Multifamily Energy Retrofits in the Bronx: what to know
The Bronx has one of the largest concentrations of prewar multifamily and affordable housing in the city, the Hunts Point food distribution hub, and busy retail corridors along Fordham Road, Third Avenue and 149th Street.
Con Edison supplies both electricity and gas across the Bronx, so buildings with firm Con Edison gas accounts can include gas-saving measures alongside electric ones.
Permits and local rules in the Bronx
Work in the Bronx follows NYC Department of Buildings permitting, and larger buildings are covered by Local Law 97.
Local Law 97
Many Bronx buildings over 25,000 sq ft are covered by NYC's Local Law 97 emissions limits. Efficiency and electrification upgrades lower a building's emissions — we show the expected savings of each measure so you can plan around your limits.
Where we work in the Bronx
- Mott Haven
- Hunts Point
- Fordham
- Belmont
- Parkchester
- Riverdale
- Pelham Bay
- Kingsbridge
What's typically included
Heating plant & distribution
Boiler and heating controls, pipe insulation, and EC motors / VFDs on pumps and fans.
Electrification
Central and ductless heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, which carry the program's electrification incentives.
Ventilation
ECM roof exhaust fans and ventilation upgrades that steady airflow and cut fan energy.
Common areas & envelope
Hallway, stairwell and garage upgrades, air sealing and other envelope measures.
What Con Edison's program rules say
AMEEP serves affordable housing — projects where at least 25% of units are, or are expected to be, occupied by households earning no more than 80% of area or State median income.
Source: Con Edison — Affordable multifamily buildings (AMEEP)
Under the 2026 program manual, AMEEP (affordable) project incentives are capped at 85% of project cost and market-rate projects at 70%, so the owner always carries a share.
Source: Con Edison — Affordable multifamily buildings (AMEEP)
2026 multifamily projects had to be install-complete by Oct 30, 2026. New projects will most likely follow 2027 program rules and rates, which we confirm before quoting.
Source: Con Edison — Affordable multifamily buildings (AMEEP)
Buildings in parts of Southeast Queens served by Con Edison's Jamaica network may qualify for Neighborhood Program bonus incentives on top of the base program.
Source: Con Edison — Multifamily Neighborhood Program (Southeast Queens)
Program rules as published for 2026; Con Edison can change incentives and terms. We confirm current terms before every proposal.
Check eligibility for your Bronx property
Multifamily Energy Retrofits in the Bronx: FAQ
Can Bronx buildings get multifamily energy retrofits through Con Edison?
Con Edison supplies both electricity and gas across the Bronx, so buildings with firm Con Edison gas accounts can include gas-saving measures alongside electric ones. If your electric bill comes from Con Edison, you can apply.
Can a rent-stabilized Bronx building use AMEEP?
Often yes — the test is income, not the rent regulation itself: at least 25% of units occupied (or expected to be) by households at or under 80% of area or State median income. Regulatory agreements and rent rolls are the usual documentation.
Does Con Edison serve gas in the Bronx?
Yes. Con Edison supplies electricity and gas in the Bronx, so gas-saving measures may qualify if your account is firm gas service.
Is my Bronx building affordable housing for AMEEP?
It is if at least 25% of units are, or are expected to be, occupied by households earning no more than 80% of area or State median income. Many regulated buildings qualify; we help document it.
What counts as a multifamily building for Con Edison's programs?
Residential buildings with five or more units. Buildings with fewer units, or single storefronts, generally go through other programs.
How do I know if my building qualifies as affordable (AMEEP)?
Under the program manual, a project counts as affordable housing when at least 25% of units are, or are expected to be, occupied by households earning no more than 80% of area or State median income. There are two ways to document that; we help you pull the paperwork together.
Talk to Clean Ridge about your Bronx building
Call now — we'll tell you which Con Edison programs your property may qualify for and what the next step is.