FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
West Ohio Community Action Partnership
Kim Bruns 419-227-2586
The Ohio Department of Development and West Ohio Community Action Partnership continues to help income-eligible Ohioans with water and wastewater assistance. The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is a federally funded program that provides eligible Ohioans assistance with paying water and wastewater bills. Eligible clients are those that are at or below 175% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, who have been disconnected or have a disconnection notice or either need to establish new service or pay to transfer service.
| Size of Household | 12-Month Income Limit | 30-Day Income Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $22,540 | $1,852.60 |
| 2 | $30,485 | $2,505.62 |
| 3 | $38,430 | $3,158.63 |
| 4 | $46,375 | $3,811.64 |
| 5 | $54,320 | $4,464.66 |
| 6 | $62,265 | $5,117.6 |
| 7 | $70,210 | $5,770.68 |
| 8 | $78,155 | $6,423.70 |
To apply for the program, clients can go to the nearest West Ohio CAP office to fill out an application or fill out the application online.
Required Documentation:
- Copy of the most recent water/wastewater bills/ notice of disconnect.
- Income documentation for all adult household members 18+ for the last 30 days.
- Proof of Citizenship for all household members (Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, Passport)
- Proof of disability (if applicable)