February 2026

Project launch

Staff will develop a Community Engagement Plan and hold initial conversations with key stakeholders.

July 2026 → January 2027

Community engagement and policy research

Staff will conduct community engagement and research on best practices.

February 2026

Update to City Council

Staff will provide an update to the City Council on the results of community engagement and research. City Council may choose to direct staff to draft an ordinance requiring HES disclosure at the time a home is listed for sale. 

March → September 2026

Regulatory Process

Staff will draft an ordinance requiring HES disclosure at the time a home is listed for sale, as directed by Council. City Council will review the draft ordinance, hold a public hearing, and possibly move to adopt the ordinance.