Spokane has no cool-roof mandate, but the Sustainability Action Plan and Washington State Energy Code encourage reflective roofing, added insulation, and shade trees to reduce summer heat island effects in dense neighborhoods.
Inland Northwest summers increasingly bring 100-degree heat waves, and the Spokane SAP identifies heat island mitigation as a near-term action. Washington State Energy Code (WSEC, RCW 19.27A) sets roof insulation and reflectance requirements for new commercial construction, while residential cool-roof choices remain voluntary. The city offers no direct rebate, but Avista provides residential energy efficiency incentives. Comprehensive Plan policies support increased tree canopy and lighter-colored paving in redevelopment projects to reduce ambient temperatures.
No standalone cool-roof citations. Energy code non-compliance on new commercial buildings can block permit final inspection and certificate of occupancy.
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