Need Help Paying Your Water Bill?
Topic:
- Housing
- Money
Need Help Paying Your Water Bill?
Apply for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program!
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program is a federally funded program that helps income-qualified families with water and wastewater costs.
You may be eligible if you meet the following requirements:
- Have a total income no more than 60 percent of the Florida State Median Income (SMI);
- Are responsible for paying your home water or wastewater bills;
- Are a resident of Florida; and
- Are a U.S. citizen, qualified alien, or permanent resident of the U.S.
How Do I Apply?
- You may contact your local Community Action Agency by visiting our Community Action Agency List and calling the LIHWAP provider listed for your Florida county.
- You may also request an application be mailed to you by emailing LIHWAP@DEO.MyFlorida.com.
- A printable paper application can be found here: LIHWAP Application.
Documents Needed for Application:
- A readable copy of the applicants’ current state issued photo identification (*driver’s license).
- Scanned copies of the Social Security cards for all members of your household.
- Documentation of all monthly household income (pay stubs, award letters, etc.).
- Full and complete signed LIHWAP application.
- A copy of your most recent water utility bill.
- Copy of the applicants’ lease agreement if your water utility is paid to Property Management/Landlord as part of your monthly lease or rent.
View Table Below to See If You May Qualify!
Household Size | Maximum Monthly Income | Maximum Annual Income |
---|---|---|
Family of 1 | $2,169.66 | $26,036 |
Family of 2 | $2,837.33 | $34,048 |
Family of 3 | $3,504.91 | $42,059 |
Family of 4 | $4,172.58 | $50,071 |
Family of 5 | $4,840.16 | $58,082 |
Family of 6 | $5,507.75 | $66,093 |
Family of 7 | $5,632.91 | $67,595 |
Family of 8 | $5,758.08 | $69,097 |
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