3607. LIHEAP - PROGRAM BENEFIT CALCULATION AND PAYMENT

3607 LIHEAP – PROGRAM BENEFIT CALCULATION AND PAYMENT 3607.1 The Department may allocate funds by giving a priority to, or setting a higher benefit level for, a projected category of household applicant with higher home energy costs or needs in relation to household income. 3607.2 The Department may consider the following factors to develop eligibility and benefit level criteria in the benefit matrix, so if all other factors are equal, a larger household with a lower income receives the highest benefit for heating and cooling assistance: (a) Household size; (b) Fuel type; (c) Dwelling type; (d) Household income; and (e) Whether the household has exceeded the energy service account credit threshold defined in § 3605.5. 3607.3 The Department shall publish in the D.C. Register for notice and comment: (a) Benefit levels, including the formula or matrix that displays benefit amounts; and (b) Each change to the matrix or formula. 3607.4 An applicant found eligible for a Program benefit shall also be considered eligible for in-kind assistance addressed in § 3608. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 13408 (October 28, 2016). District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Environment 20 DCMR § 3607