How to apply for HEAT utility assistance (Mountainland Association of Governments) — Wasatch in Utah

Who it's for

The Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) program, Utah's version of the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), helps income-qualified households with energy costs. In Summit, Utah and Wasatch counties, MAG runs HEAT. Households may get a one-time benefit each year, and applications are taken October 1 through September 30. To qualify, you must be the person responsible for the utilities, have total household income at or below 150% of the federal poverty line for the month before you apply, and have at least one household member who is a U.S. citizen or qualified non-citizen. Apply online, or mail, fax or email the paper application (heat@magutah.gov). Call 801-229-3855 with questions or to set up an appointment. Processing takes four to six weeks, so keep paying your utility bills. If you have a shut-off notice, the Utility Crisis Program may give more help.

What you'll need

• Recent power and gas bills (if you have them)
• Proof of all income received by household members in the month before the month you apply
• Proof of eligible medical expenses, child support and alimony paid in the month before you apply
• Proof of disability (if it applies)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about HEAT utility assistance (Mountainland Association of Governments) — Wasatch. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need recent power and gas bills (if you have them), proof of all income received by household members in the month before the month you apply, proof of eligible medical expenses, child support and alimony paid in the month before you apply — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

annual

Related programs

Other help that people in the same situation often look at.

• Energy AssistanceUtah HEAT (Home Energy Assistance Target): LIHEAP help with heating billsUtah Department of Workforce Services (DWS), Housing and Community Development, through local HEAT offices
• Tax ReliefProperty tax relief (Wasatch County Clerk/Auditor) — WasatchWasatch County Clerk/Auditor
• Tax ReliefUtah Circuit Breaker Homeowner's Credit (low-income property tax abatement, 67+ or widowed)Your county government, under Utah State Tax Commission rules
• Utility AssistanceFederal LifelineFederal Communications Commission / Universal Service Administrative Company

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