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BEUDO Review Board

The Building Energy Use Disclosure Ordinance (BEUDO) Review Board is made up of nine volunteers who oversee aspects of BEUDO implementation and compliance. Members include: 

  • Two representatives of the real estate or business sectors
  • Two members of climate advocacy organizations
  • Five technical experts who understand the urgency of climate change

The Ordinance specifically gives the BEUDO Review Board authority to: 

  • Oversee the implementation of Hardship Compliance Plans and Deferral Plan Applications
  • Approve the types and geographic limits for Verified Carbon Credits
  • Determine the appropriateness of continued exemption for Backup Generation

 

Meetings

The BEUDO Review Board meets on the first Wednesday of each month, from 4–6 pm. Depending on caseload, the Board may also meet on the third Wednesday of the month.

Join meetings virtually by using this link. Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available upon request. If you need them, please contact us at cmacuch@cambridgema.gov.

Below, * indicates a meeting is tentative, depending on caseload. You can also view upcoming Board meetings on the City’s calendar by following this link.

2026 BEUDO Review Board Meeting Dates
April 15 September 2
May 6 September 16*
May 20* October 7
June 3 October 21*
June 17* November 4
July 1 November 18*
July 15* December 2
August 5 December 16*
August 19*

How to Apply for a Hardship Compliance Plan or Deferral Plan

Covered Property Owners seeking temporary relief from BEUDO Emission Reduction Requirements while maintaining compliance, or those looking to make administrative modifications to the way their Covered Property complies have the option to apply for a Hardship Compliance Plan (HCP) or Deferral Plan through the Review Board. These plans must proceed through the full application process, ending with the issuance of the Review Board decision. For approved plans, Owners must then follow through with the approved conditions.

Follow these steps to apply: 

  1. Review Phase 3 Regulations, Phase 3 Procedures, and HCP Guidance documents to understand the types of relief and necessary documentation.
  2. Determine your eligibility and which type of plan suits your needs best. Submit a ticket to the BEUDO Helpdesk if you need assistance. 
  3. Submit an application for a Hardship or Deferral Plan by following this link
  4. Receive confirmation from City staff that your application is complete.
  5. Attend your hearing prepared to answer questions from the Review Board.
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