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VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT

OF SOCIAL SERVICES ENERGY ASSISTANCE

06/16 VOLUME IX, CHAPTER J, PAGE 9 The method of verification must be documented in the case record. Neither the monthly bill amount, nor arrearage is to be included in this authorization or payment. e. Ceiling, Attic or Whole House Fan Purchase and Installation (Code E)

1) A household is eligible for the purchase and installation of a ceiling, attic or whole house fan unit if:

a) No operable cooling equipment is in the household; and

b) The applicant or a member of the household owns the home or can provide a landlord statement permitting installation and utilization of the cooling equipment.

2) Assistance can be received only once during the program year. The maximum benefit amount for an installed fan is $350. f. Repair of an Installed Fan (Code F)

1) This type of assistance should only be provided for ceiling, attic, or whole house fans. Repairs to a small portable fan are not feasible; therefore, purchase of a new fan would be more appropriate.

2) The household is eligible for the repair of an installed fan if:

a) The applicant or a member of the household owns the installed fan or can provide a landlord statement indicating household responsibility for the ceiling, attic, or whole house fan.

b) Repairs to fans include but shall not be limited to motor or belt replacements.

c) Assistance can be received more than once during the program year; however, the LDSS must ensure vendor compliance with required repair guarantees.

Maximum benefit amount for repairs to an installed fan is $100.

g. Payment of Electric Bill (Code G)

1) A household is eligible for this assistance if payment of electricity is needed to operate cooling equipment (to include fans, air conditioners, and heat pumps). The applicant's statement will be accepted as verification that working cooling equipment exists in the residence. NOTE: A disconnection notice is NOT a requirement for this type of assistance.

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