Denver-Aurora-Lakewood Metro Guide · Last verified Apr 12, 2026
6 local programs from county, city, utility, and regional sources for Denver-Aurora-Lakewood area homeowners. 4 currently open and accepting applications.
These are county, city, utility, and regional programs specific to the Denver-Aurora-Lakewood metropolitan area. They're in addition to Colorado's statewide programs and federal credits that all homeowners can access.
| Program | Administrator | Value | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Senior/Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption | Denver County Assessor | Up to $100,000 | Open | Official |
| DRCOG Power Ahead Colorado Heat Pump Rebate | Denver Regional Council of Governments | Up to $1,500 | Coming Soon | Official |
| Denver Water Turf Replacement Discount | Denver Water | Up to $750 | Waitlist | Official |
| Xcel Energy Heat Pump Rebate (Colorado) | Xcel Energy | Up to $9,000 | Open | Official |
| Xcel Energy Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate | Xcel Energy | Up to $2,250 | Open | Official |
| Xcel Energy Whole Home Efficiency Program | Xcel Energy | Up to $3,000 | Open | Official |
Denver County Assessor
50% exemption on first $200,000 of actual value of primary residence for qualifying seniors (65+, 10yr occupancy) and disabled veterans.
Seniors: 65+ and 10 consecutive years of ownership/occupancy. Veterans: service-connected disability. Income limits may apply.
Applications due Jul 1 (veterans) or Jul 15 (seniors)
Denver Water
Up to $750 discount on turf removal and water-wise landscaping services. Minimum 200 sq ft of turf removal required. Artificial turf not eligible.
Must be a Denver Water residential customer. 2026 discounts have been fully allocated.
2026 allocation exhausted. First-come-first-served when reopened.
Xcel Energy
Cold-climate heat pump rebates of $2,250 per heating ton at 5°F. Typical total rebate: $6,400–$9,000 for a whole-home system.
Must have active Xcel Energy gas or gas + electric service at the property.
Xcel Energy
Flat $2,250 rebate for qualifying heat pump water heaters. Must be ENERGY STAR certified.
Must be an Xcel Energy residential customer in Colorado. Heat pump water heater must be ENERGY STAR certified.
Xcel Energy
25% bonus rebate on top of standard rebates when you bundle 3+ qualifying energy upgrades within two years. Requires a home energy audit first.
Must be an Xcel Energy residential customer in Colorado. Requires home energy audit. Must complete 3+ qualifying projects within 2 years.
Denver Regional Council of Governments
$1,500 rebate for cold-climate certified heat pump installation (ducted or ductless). No income limits. Backed by $199.7M EPA grant covering 58 Denver metro communities through 2030.
Must be in DRCOG service area (58 communities); heat pump must be ENERGY STAR cold climate certified; no income limits
Launching mid-2026; $199.7M federal funding through 2030
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