CalifaFirst Solar & Efficiency Financing
California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs CalifaFirst Solar & Efficiency Financing in its Lafayette, CA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
PACE financing program that allows homeowners to finance solar, energy efficiency, and water conservation improvements with repayment through property tax bill. No upfront costs, with up to 30-year terms available.
Estimated financing for comprehensive solar and efficiency package
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Lafayette, CA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- PACE financing up to $100,000 for solar and efficiency
- Repaid through property tax bill over up to 30 years
- No upfront costs or out-of-pocket payments
- Available for solar, HVAC, water heater, insulation
- All homeowners in Contra Costa County eligible
How to Apply
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Track this programProgram phone: (877) 663-3500
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling applications through participating lenders
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for CalifaFirst Solar & Efficiency Financing in Lafayette, CA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $100,000 financing. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for CalifaFirst Solar & Efficiency Financing in Lafayette?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for CalifaFirst Solar & Efficiency Financing in Lafayette, CA?
Confirm the application route directly with California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (877) 663-3500. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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