Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE)

What is it?

DirectLenderMatch classifies Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) under the financing form “Assessment-backed financing.” Its typical use in this directory is: Finance energy/resilience improvements or eligible new construction.

How does it work?

The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Property tax assessment/lien + eligible improvements. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.

What can it be used for?

Finance energy/resilience improvements or eligible new construction.

What backs or supports it?

Property tax assessment/lien + eligible improvements.

Why does this structure exist?

This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.

Important considerations

Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.

Is this actually a loan?

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