(Revised 11/02 ML #2829)
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An emergency may occur in which an eligible household needs to purchase or rent additional temporary or supplemental heating or cooling devices, or needs temporary shelter outside their home. Up to $100.00 (for exceptions, see 415-50-15) per season may be authorized for this purpose. Consumer goods such as blankets or warm clothing should not be authorized as normally these are available through other community resources.
The State Administrator chooses to delegate water heat replacement to the Division of Community Services, refer the eligible household to a local Community Action Agency for replacement.
LIHEAP can also replace or repair water heaters that:
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are not operating,
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are not operating,
Households share of water heater replacement will be no more than $500.
