Expanding building improvement Participation
community outreach
and education
Bringing Programs to Communities
In partnership with East LA Community Corporation and supported by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Retrofit LA is conducting intensive community outreach and education to increase participation in LADWP's Comprehensive Affordable Multifamily Retrofit (CAMR) program and other building improvement programs.
About the CAMR Program
The Comprehensive Affordable Multifamily Retrofit (CAMR) program, offered by LADWP, provides incentives and support for affordable housing owners to make comprehensive building improvements that reduce operating costs, extend building lifecycles, lower utility bills, and improve resident comfort.
OUR ACTIVITIES
Educational Webinars
We're hosting four interactive webinars for affordable housing owners, property managers, and tenants, covering:
Overview of the Roadmap: Process map and "before you start" guide for capacity planning, permitting, construction management, and tenant engagement
Financing: Financing transactions, incentive attestation and assignment, and cost-benefit considerations
Tenant Engagement: Strategies for effective resident participation and fostering buy-in for decarbonization efforts
Construction Management: Practical resources including contractor RFPs, draw schedules, prevailing wage requirements, and invoicing systems
Target Audience: Property owners/operators
Format: Live webinars via Zoom, recorded and posted for on-demand viewing
In-Person Site Visits & Induction Cooking Demos
Site visits to completed and in progress CAMR projects (including ELACC's Lorena Terrace) demonstrate real-world implementation and provide opportunities for direct engagement.
Activities:
Facility tours showcasing building improvement measures
Q&A with property management and residents
Induction cooking demonstrations for residents transitioning to electric appliances
Target Audience: Multifamily affordable housing owners, tenants, property managers, contractors, single-family homeowners
Format: Live demos and tours
field guide development
A core deliverable of this outreach work is the collaborative development of the Field Guide - a comprehensive resource documenting lessons, processes, and tools for affordable housing owners navigating building improvements.
The Field Guide is envisioned as a long-term, evolving resource supported by multiple funding sources. This initial phase establishes the foundation, with content informed by webinars, site visits, and direct engagement with property owners and residents in East Los Angeles.
As the affordable housing preservation field evolves, the Field Guide will expand to incorporate new strategies, financing mechanisms, and lessons learned from practitioners nationwide.
UPCOMING
EVENTS
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FINANCING
4 FEB
Learn about financing options, incentives, and cost-benefit considerations for affordable multifamily energy efficiency upgrades. -
TENANT ENGAGEMENT
25 MAR
Learn tenant engagement strategies and best practices for fostering resident participation in energy efficiency and building decarbonization efforts. -
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
17 JUN
Discover practical tools for managing contractors, wages, invoicing, and schedules to ensure smooth project implementation.
PREVIOUS
EVENTS
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OVERVIEW OF THE FIELD GUIDE
15 OCT, 2025
A guide to help participants navigate planning, construction management, and tenant engagement for the (CAMR) Program.
Number of units: 49
In-unit A/C mini splits
In-unit heat pump water heater
Common area A/C: mini splits
Common area heat pump water heaters
LED lighting
Low flow aerators & shower heads
Dishwashers
A SUCCESS STORY
Lorena Terrace
ELACC's Lorena Terrace represents the first completed Comprehensive Affordable Multifamily Retrofit project—a prime example of how the CAMR program enables organizations to leverage incentives, stack financing sources, and achieve comprehensive building preservation while improving resident quality of life.
Specific retrofit measures completed:
Number of units: 49
In-unit A/C mini splits
In-unit heat pump water heater
Common area A/C: mini splits
Common area heat pump water heaters
LED lighting
Low flow aerators & shower heads
Dishwashers
Energy/cost savings achieved
Estimated Annual GHG Reduction (MMTons): 68
Nearly 100% Incentive Coverage
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