All work is currently being provided by agency heating technicians and energy service technicians. All services are provided free to the owner occupied home. However, owners of rental buildings are required to invent funds toward the cost of weatherization services. The NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal's Weatherization Assistance Program is funded annually by the U. S. Department of Energy. In addition, funds are received from the low income home energy assistance program funded by the U. S. Department of Heath and Human Services through the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance.
Eligibility is based on household income relative to federal low-income guidelines.
Anyone living in Cattaraugus or Allegany County who is income eligible. Yes, renters qualify if the eligibility guidelines are met. An eligible home might be a manufactured home, an apartment, or a single room occupied as separate living quarters, as well as a single-family home. Please keep in mind the waiting list is long. You may typically wait up to a year before services are actually performed.