New York City opens HEAP heating bill help
Low-income renters and homeowners can apply online for heating aid. Base benefits reach up to $990 per household.
New York City households can now apply for help with their heating bills through the Home Energy Assistance Program. Applications for the regular benefit opened November 2. The federally funded program serves eligible low-income renters and homeowners.
Base benefits range from $21 to $50 for households with heat included in their rent and $400 to $990 for those who pay a heating bill directly. Eligible households receive a one-time payment each heating season, paid directly to the utility company or energy provider.
While there is no set deadline, benefits are available first-come, first-served until funds run out. The quickest way for New York City residents to apply is online through the ACCESS HRA website.
Where to apply (link checked November 13, 2026): https://access.nyc.gov/programs/home-energy-assistance-program-heap/
Figures as reported by Epicenter NYC.
