Eugene first Oregon city to phase out gas use in new homes

The ordinance bans natural gas hookups in the new construction of residences that are three stories or less. Existing buildings are not affected by the new rules.

EUGENE, Ore. — The city of Eugene, Oregon, will join other local governments throughout the country in phasing out gas appliances in some types of new construction in an effort to cut climate pollution.

The Eugene City Council passed the measure by a 5-3 vote Monday night. The ordinance, believed to be the first of its kind in the state, bans natural gas hookups in the new construction of residences that are three stories or less.

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