General MASH FAQs
Does CCSE administer MASH for the whole state of California?
Where can I find information about solar?
What is the rebate amount based on?
How are rebates paid?
Do the incentive levels decline?
How do I know what my incentive amount will be?
How long does it take to receive the rebate?
Can a project be both Track 1A and Track 1B?
In a master metered building how do you determine Track 1a and 1b?
Who can I contact with questions?
How do I get MASH program updates?
What is the status of Track 2?
What is Virtual Net Metering?
Is Virtual Net Metering currently available?
Application FAQs
How do I apply?
Is there an application fee for MASH?
How long until I find out if my Track 1 reservation request is approved?
How long does a reservation last?
If the project changes after I receive a reservation, do I have to re-apply?
Eligibility FAQs
What if some of the units are not low-income?
Are there any ongoing requirements after receiving the rebate?
What system sizes qualify for MASH rebates?
How do I find out if my building qualifies?
Are government entities eligible for MASH incentives?
Are third party owners eligible for MASH incentives?
Are power purchase agreements (PPAs) allowed?
Affordable Housing FAQs
How do I learn about financing affordable housing?
Where can I find a list of multifamily affordable housing projects in San Diego?
Is there a list of affordable housing developers in San Diego?
What is a utility allowance?
What is AMI?
General MASH FAQs
Does CCSE administer MASH for the whole state of California?
No. PG&E administers the program in PG&E territory and SCE administers the program in SCE territory.
Where can I find information about solar?
http://energycenter.org/index.php/incentive-programs/california-solar-initiative/faqs-about-solar
What is the rebate amount based on?
The MASH rebate is based on the size of the solar system and its expected performance.
How are rebates paid?
After submitting the Incentive Claim Package and solar system inspection by a program administrator, the project will be eligible for an incentive payment. Regardless of system size, all MASH rebates are paid up-front based on the expected performance of the system.
Do the incentive levels decline?
No. Unlike the general market CSI program MASH incentives are not set to decline.
How do I know what my incentive amount will be?
There is an online calculator that allows you to input system information at www.csi-epbb.com/mash.aspx
How long does it take to receive the rebate?
After the Incentive Claim has been approved and the system has been inspected by CCSE it will take approximately 30 days.
Can a project be both Track 1A and Track 1B?
Yes.
In a master metered building how do you determine Track 1a and 1b?
There are two options: 1) Measure the total sq ft of the building and determine the percentage split between common area and tenant units. The solar system will then be incentivised according to that percentage split. For example, if a building, based on sq ft, is 10% common area and 90% tenant units the solar system will be incentivised at a rate of 90% track 1B and 10% Track 1a. 2) Conduct a detailed energy audit of the site that demonstrates the percent split of on-site energy consumption.
Who can I contact with questions?
Contact Agnes Stupak, Program Manager for all MASH-related questions - 858-634-4728
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How do I get MASH program updates?
View the Events and Workshops calendar on the CCSE website or request to be put on the MASH mailing list by contacting Jeremy Hutman, MASH Program Manager at 858-244-7281or
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What is the status of Track 2?
SDG&E filed the tariff on April 17, 2009 and it has not yet been approved by the CPUC.
What is Virtual Net Metering?
Virtual Net Metering is a utility schedule that allows credits from one solar system to be distributed to meters throughout a site.
Is Virtual Net Metering currently available?
Yes. Please check with your utility provided for details.
Application FAQs
How do I apply?
There is a 3-step application process. For more information visit http://energycenter.org/index.php/incentive-programs/multifamily-affordable-solar-housing/mash-application-process
Is there an application fee for MASH?
No.
How long until I find out if my Track 1 reservation request is approved?
You will receive a response via email within two weeks. The response will either be a reservation approval letter or a suspension letter if required information or documents are missing.
How long does a reservation last?
A reservation lasts for 18 months.
If the project changes after I receive a reservation, do I have to re-apply?
You are allowed to change a project between the reservation and incentive claim stage. All changes have to be documented in the Incentive Claim package.
Eligibility FAQs
What if some of the units are not low-income?
The building may still qualify. Per CPUC code 2852, a minimum of 20% of the units have to be affordable to the low-income community.
Are there any ongoing requirements for compliance?
There are no subsequent inspections, but the system must remain in place and active for ten years and the building must continue to serve the low-income community for ten years.
What system sizes qualify for MASH rebates?
MASH incentives will be paid on systems between 1 kW to 1 MW.
How do I find out if my building qualifies?
Refer to CPUC code 2852 or contact the program manager
Are government entities eligible for MASH incentives?
Yes
Are third party owners eligible for MASH incentives?
Yes.
Are power purchase agreements (PPAs) allowed?
Yes.
Affordable Housing FAQs
How do I learn about financing affordable housing?
Policy link has a good tutorial on the subject http://www.policylink.org/EDTK/AH101/Financing.html
Where can I find a list of multifamily affordable housing projects in San Diego?
The City and County of San Diego, along with most of the municipalities have listing of their affordable housing developments. Most are listed in the MASH Resource Guide.
Is there a list of affordable housing developers in San Diego?
Visit the San Diego Housing Federation’s website to see its membership list http://www.housingsandiego.org/about_members.php
What is a utility allowance?
The following link on the US Dept. of Housing and Urban Development gives a good background on the subject http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/programs/ph/phecc/allowances.cfm
What is AMI?
AMI means "Area Median Income". AMI varies by either city, county or metropolitan area and is the reference point for determining low-income status. To find San Diego's AMI visit www.sdhc.net/pdfdocs/AreaMedianIncome.pdf
