HEAP Energy Assistance

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HEAP Cooling Assistance for air conditioners or fans
HEAP Clean and Tune Benefit for energy efficiency services
HEAP Emergency Benefit for a heat or heat-related emergency
HEAP Heating Equipment Repair or Replacement (HERR) Benefit

The 2026-2027 Regular HEAP application season will open on November 2, 2026.

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that helps low-income homeowners and renters heat and cool their homes. Payments go directly to your utility company or energy provider. You can get HEAP even if utilities are included in your rent.

HEAP is a seasonal program. If you get Cash Assistance or SNAP benefits, and you meet all program requirements, you do not need to re-apply each year for a HEAP benefit. All others must re-apply each year and meet the HEAP qualifications to receive a HEAP benefit.

If you are homebound, you may request a home visit to apply for HEAP. A person is considered homebound if, due to physical or mental illness, they are unable to leave their home without assistance or escort.

HEAP recipients can use HEAP approval letters as documentation to support the Energy Affordability Program offered by some utility companies and Verizon Lifeline.

Learn more about the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP).

Find a HEAP office near you.

The Human Resources Administration has 30 business days from the date your application is received to make a decision on your application. A notice is mailed to you when a decision is made on your application.

You can check the status of your HEAP application:

Online

Visit the ACCESS HRA website or the ACCESS HRA Mobile App from anywhere and at any time and log into your ACCESS HRA account.

By Phone

Agency: Human Resources Administration
Phone Number: (718) 557-1399
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Staff is available during business hours (except on City holidays). You can get help in most languages. The automated phone system is always available.

If you have received an electric, gas, or heating disconnect notice, you may be eligible for emergency financial assistance, also known as a One Shot deal.

Assistance is available year-round and is separate from the seasonal HEAP benefits.

Resources are also available for qualified households that have a low supply of heating fuel or a broken boiler or furnace.

You can get more information and assistance online or by phone.

Online

Learn more about emergency assistance.

By Phone

Agency: Human Resources Administration
Phone Number: (718) 557-1399
Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Staff is available during business hours (except on City holidays). You can get help in most languages. The automated phone system is always available.

HEAP recipients can use HEAP approval letters as documentation to support the Energy Affordability Program offered by some utility companies and Verizon Lifeline.

HEAP Energy Assistance

HEAP Application Status

Year-Round Heat and Utility Bill Assistance

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