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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Introduction
The Department's Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program provides federal money to non-profit agencies and local governments so they can assist low-income families with home heating and cooling costs.
The Department of Community Affairs does not have applications. You must contact the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program agency in your area to obtain an application and to apply for assistance. See box on right for more information.
Report to the Legislature Pursuant to CS/HB697
In 2008, the Florida Legislature directed the Department of Community Affairs, through CS/HB 697,to develop a set of legislative proposals needed to address the affordability of home energy for low-income residential customers. Chapter 2008-191, Laws of Florida, directs the Department to work with the Florida Energy Affordability Coalition and identify proposals that:
- support customer health, safety, and well-being;
- maximize available financial and energy-conservation assistance;
- improve the quality of service to customers seeking assistance; and
- educate customers to make informed decisions regarding energy use and conservation.
The following report should not be viewed as final or comprehensive in nature. The Department of Community Affairs and the Florida Energy Affordability Coalition intend to continue working collaboratively in developing proposals and improving programs for presentation to the Legislature and others as appropriate.
- Report to the Legislature Pursuant to CS/HB697 (January 2009)
Do I Qualify for Assistance?
Eligibility is determined by the local agency providing Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program services in the county in which you live. You must contact them to find out if money is currently available and how to apply.
You may be eligible for help if your total household income does not exceed the federal household income limits or if you are currently receiving the following assistance:
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- Food Stamps
- Applied for and currently eligible for Weatherization Assistance Program or Community Services Block Grant funds.
Additional information is on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Related Links
- Weatherization Assistance Program
- Community Services Block Grant Program
- Mortgage Assistance Program
Additional Information (State Office)
- Note: The State Office listed below does not provide applications or direct assistance. Please contact your local LIHEAP provider (see Local Providers By County list) to apply.
- Hilda Frazier
(850) 488-7541
floridaliheap@dca.state.fl.us