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A home that has been weatherized can reduce average annual fuel consumption per dwelling by up to 13.5 percent, with electricity at 12.2 percent and natural gas at 23.4 percent, making it a cost-effective means to help low-income families with their energy bills. Lasting energy-efficient
improvements are installed in the home, resulting in lower utility bills year after year. This reduces the amount of assistance needed to pay higher utility bills in low-income households.What are the income guidelines? The current income guidelines for the weatherization program have increased from 150% of poverty level to 200% of poverty level. The current income guidelines to qualify for the weatherization program are: Size of family Unit 200% of poverty level (annual gross income)1 $21,660 2 $29,140 3 $36,620 4 $44,100 5 $51,580 6 $59,060 7 $66,540 8 $74,020 For each additional member add $ 7,480 How to Apply for Assistance: To apply for assistance, clients should contact their local weatherization agency. Click here to find your local weatherization agency. The agency will ask the clients to complete the appropriate forms, including income documentation to verify eligibility. Once the client is verified as eligible, an auditor from the agency will conduct a pre-inspection of the home to determine what steps will produce the greatest energy savings. The next step is for the agency crew or contractor to install the energy efficient measures on the home. After the weatherization of the home is complete, a quality control inspector will examine the home to ensure the quality of work and completeness. Renters can also qualify for weatherization: however, there are forms the Landlord must sign before the agency can approve eligibility. |
