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Regular benefits
Regular HEAP benefits range from $20 to $450 and are based on income, the home’s primary fuel source (such as oil, gas, propane or kerosene) and the number and ages of household members.
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Emergency benefits
Emergency benefits are available for those who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency such as a power shutoff, dangerously low levels of oil or propane or low supplies of wood or coal.
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Furnace repair or replacement
The HEAP furnace repair or replacement component is available to help low-income homeowners repair or replace furnaces, boilers and other direct-heating elements necessary to keep the home’s primary heating source functional.
To find out if you qualify, contact:
NYC Human Resources Administration
HEAP Office
800-692-0557
Applications can be mailed to:
HEAP, PO Box 1401 Church St. Station
New York, NY 10008
For more information, please visit
www.nyc.gov/html/hra/html/directory/heap.shtml
718-357-3588 braunsteine@assembly.state.ny.us