ANNAPOLIS – The city has finalized a deal to encourage property owners to improve energy efficiency in their buildings.  Under the Annapolis Energy Zone program, building owners can finance energy improvements by attaching a loan to the property that is paid back through property taxes.  Loans and the improvements transfer to new owners, so credit scores are not affected.  The city expects to make 50 loans next year, and it provides a list of pre-approved auditors, installers and contractors.

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