Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) - 05/2023
A one-time grant is available to help New Jersey households pay past-due water and sewer bills.
Who:
- Households with past-due water and/or sewer balances with an annual income less than the following:
Income Limits
| Household Size | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $3,464 | $41,569 |
| 2 | $4,530 | $54,360 |
| 3 | $5,596 | $67,151 |
| 4 | $6,662 | $79,942 |
| 5 | $7,728 | $92,732 |
| 6 | $8,794 | $105,523 |
| 7 | $8,994 | $107,922 |
| 8 | $9,193 | $110,320 |
| 9 | $9,393 | $112,718 |
| 10 | $9,593 | $115,117 |
| 11 | $9,793 | $117,515 |
| 12 | $9,993 | $119,913 |
Any additional member after 12 add $200 a month
- Participants in the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are automatically eligible for LIHWAP assistance if they are water or sewer bill holders. They still need to apply.
- The water or sewer bills must be in the name of an adult residing in the home or the landlord’s name. If in the landlord’s name, provide a lease showing that the cost of water is included in the rental obligation.
- At least one household member must be a US Citizen, legal permanent resident, qualified alien, or US non-citizen national.
How: Visit https://nj.gov/dca/dhcr/offices/lihwap.shtml to apply, and for more information.
Further Details:
- Benefits will be based on the exact amount owed to the utility company, including reconnection, delinquency, and service fees. If you do not have a past-due balance, you do not qualify. Payments will be made directly to the water and sewer vendors.
- Benefits will be provided to eligible households until funding is exhausted.
- You do not need a COVID-19 related impact to be eligible for the LIHWAP program.
- For additional information, click here: https://dcaid.dca.nj.gov/2022lihwapfaq.pdf
