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21 Note: If the home energy service has been disconnected and a final bill has been issued, contact the State Office to discuss.

6.2.6 Disallowed Costs Items on a utility bill not related to home heating or cooling, such as outdoor lights or appliances, are not allowable costs. In addition, meter tampering fines are not allowable costs.

6.2.7 Window Air Conditioning Units Window air conditioning units may be purchased only in life-threatening cases and supported by documentation and/or a doctor's statement explaining the need for the air conditioner. This documentation must be maintained in the applicant’s file. Lack of adequate documentation will result in disallowed costs. Grant funding cannot be used to install, maintain, or provide warranty for the unit. Prior approval from ADECA is not required, but adequate documentation must be maintained.

6.2.8 Minor Repairs or Replacement Crisis funds may be used for the minor repair or replacement of worn parts on personal fans, air conditioners, and existing heating units. Including the cost of labor, parts, and service charges, minor repair costs are limited to the Crisis Heating or Crisis Cooling payment amount the household is eligible for based on the Payment Assistance Chart. Any charges that might exceed the Crisis payment amount must be paid from non-LIHEAP funds.

Additionally, prior to authorizing payment for repair or replacement work to be performed, there must be a reasonable expectation that the unit will perform properly for at least 90 days. Maintain a receipt in the applicant’s file of the charges for labor, repair or replacement of parts, warranty information, and any other costs connected with the minor repair.