The Home Weatherization Assistance Program provides free energy efficiency improvements to eligible homeowners and renters in Cuyahoga County, outside the City of Cleveland, at no cost to the household.

The Ohio Department of Development offers several programs to help income-eligible Ohioans pay their utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of their homes.

What are the benefits of this program?

Weatherization can save energy, cut your gas and electric bills, and make your home more comfortable. If you qualify for this program, you could receive the following services at no cost:

• Furnace Tune-up, Clean and Check
  
• Minor Repair of Windows, Doors & Weather-stripping
  
• Attic and Sidewall Insulation
  
• Hot Water Tank Insulation

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Who is eligible?

• Homeowners and renters who participate in the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), the Percentage of Income Payment program (PIP), receive Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), or receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) automatically qualify.
  
• Other homeowners and renters can qualify for the program based on the following income limits:

2007-2008 HEAP GUIDELINES
HOUSEHOLD SIZE	TOTAL GROSS NCOME
1 person	up to $17,867.50
2 person	up to $23,957.50
3 person	up to $30,047.50
4 person	up to $36,137.50
5 person	up to $42,227.50
6 person	up to $48,317.50
7 person	up to $54,407.50
8 person	up to $60, 497.50
For households with more than 8 members, add $6,090 per member

• HWAP is a federally funded low-income residential energy efficiency program that reduces the energy use of qualified households throughout the state. HWAP services include attic, wall and basement insulation; blower door guided air leakage reduction; heating system repairs or replacements; electric base-load measures that address lighting and appliance efficiency and health and safety inspections and testing. Services are based on the structure and energy use of the home. HWAP is administered locally by community action, social service and local government agencies.

2007-2008 HWAP GUIDELINES HOME WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM.
HOUSEHOLD SIZE	TOTAL GROSS NCOME
1 Person	up to $ 14,700
2 Persons	up to $ 19,800
3 Persons	up to $ 24,900
4 Persons	up to $ 30,000
5 Persons	up to $ 35,100
6 Persons	up to $ 40,200
7 Persons	up to $ 45,300
8 Persons	up to $ 50,400

or Households with more than 8 members, add $ 5,100 for 150%
and $5,950 for 175% per member.

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I am a renter. Can I still apply for free weatherization services?

• Renters who receive HEAP, PIP, TANF, SSI, or meet the income limits are eligible to
  apply
• Your landlord must sign an agreement and pay a small contribution toward the cost of services. (Landlord contribution is greater if heat is included in the rent or extensive heating work is needed)
• Landlords who meet the income limits themselves may have their contributions waived.
  

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HOW TO APPLY:

Contact the State HEAP office at 1-800-282-0880. Also, applications may be picked up at the Office of Cuyahoga County Auditor - HEAP Division 1219 Ontario, Room 110 Cleveland Ohio, or any branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library.