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Qualifying for First Line Weatherization Service

*A Local Solution to a Global Problem:*
Calculate Your Gross Monthly Household Income	2008 Health & Human Services Poverty Guidelines	Get Started

Low and fixed income households that meet the 150% income guideline are eligible to receive

FREE Weatherization Service helping to lower utility usage and cost.

Calculate Your Gross Monthly Household Income

Choose the number of people in your family and read across to see if your gross (before taxes) monthly income falls within the guidelines.

Examples:

For a single person household, total gross monthly income should not exceed $1,300

For a 4-person household, total gross monthly income should not exceed $2,650.

2008 Health & Human Services Poverty Guidelines

Monthly

Yearly

Yearly

Size of Family Unit

150%

100%

150%

1

$1,300
$10,400 $15,600

2
$1,750 $14,000 $21,000

3
$2,200 $17,600 $26,400

4
$2,650 $21,200 $31,800

5
$3,100 $24,800 $37,200

For each additional person add $5,400 annually for 150%

For additional information visit The US Department of Health and Human Services 2008 HHS Poverty Guidelines

Getting Started

FIRST LINE WEATHERIZATION, a FREE Project Warm Service, assists eligible households lower their energy usage by sealing air leaks around the home. This will keep homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.

To be eligible for service:

1)   Your household’s gross, monthly income must fall within 150% of the current Health and Human Services Poverty Guidelines (see back page)

2)   You must live in Jefferson County, Kentucky

3)   You must receive utility service from LG&E

Weatherization repairs may include: weather-stripping doors, caulking or sealing around windows, baseboards, doorways and cracks that allow outside air into the home. Other small home repairs such as: adjusting doors, replacing broken window glass and fixing windows that do not open or close properly and repairing minor holes in the wall.

If your household meets the financial requirements, print out the First Line Weatherization Service Application. You will need:

Signature(s) of applicant and LG&E account holder on the Application.

Recent copy of LG&E bill.

Proof of Gross Monthly Income for each family member, listing name & address - such as:

Paycheck stubs: If paid weekly, send 4 recent paycheck stubs. If paid biweekly, send 2 recent paycheck stubs. If paid monthly, send your most recent paycheck stub.

K-TAP benefits letter: Form that lists your gross Income – and list of dependents.

Social Security or Disability Awards letter or bank deposit statement received by direct deposit.

If you do not have an income - please submit Food Stamp Award Letter.

If you rent, your landlord's name, address (no PO Box #s), zip code & phone number is required. A Letter of Authorization will be sent to your landlord.

Child Support does not need to be reported.

Applications are accepted year-round.

Waiting lists may apply especially in the months of October through March...

So get your applications in early!

Please call (502) 636-9276 with questions, for further information or to sign up friends and relatives.

*With Financial Support from LG&E – E.ON and Metro Louisville – Jefferson County Government

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Project Warm 1252 S. Shelby St. Louisville, KY 40203 502 636-9276 Fax 635-925 info@ProjectWarm.org