Assemblyman Simanowitz would like to inform his constituents that the new HEAP season has begun and the time to file a new application is now.
The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps low-income homeowners and renters pay bills for heating fuel, equipment and repairs.
HEAP is a federally funded program that assists eligible households with grants to pay regular and emergency energy heating costs. The benefit does not have to be paid back. The NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA) administers the program in New York City.
HEAP eligibility is determined by whether the household income is below the current New York State income guidelines that correspond to the household size and the household energy costs. HEAP may be able to offer a benefit even if heat and utilities are included in the rent or the applicant lives in subsidized housing and pays directly for heating costs.
For more information, you can call the HEAP program at 1-800-692-0557. The application can be obtained from the State Office of Temporary Disability Assistance (OTDA) website at the following link: http://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/apply/. If you prefer a paper application be sent to your address, you can call our district office at 718-969-1508. Our staff would be happy to assist you in filling it out if needed.
