HWAP
NYC DEP Home Water Assistance Program
In short
Annual credit on water bill (up to $196 in FY26; continuing FY27). Owners of 1-4 family homes receiving HEAP, SCHE/DHE, or similar means-tested benefits.
- What you get
- Annual credit on water bill (up to $196 in FY26; continuing FY27).
- Who qualifies
- Owners of 1-4 family homes receiving HEAP, SCHE/DHE, or similar means-tested benefits.
- Income limit (2026)
- Program-based (HEAP/SCHE/DHE recipients).
- Papers to gather
- Benefit proof, DEP account number.
- Renewal
- Annual automatic.
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