Does the department use my utility costs when calculating my basic food or WASHCAP benefits?
(1) The department uses utility allowances instead of the actual utility costs your assistance unit (AU) pays when we determine your:
(a)Monthly benefits under WAC 388-492-0070 if you receive…#
(a) Monthly benefits under WAC 388-492-0070 if you receive Washington state combined application project (WASHCAP); or
(b)Shelter cost income deduction under WAC 388-450-0190…#
(b) Shelter cost income deduction under WAC 388-450-0190 for basic food.
(2) We use the following amounts if you have utility costs separate from your rent or mortgage payment:
(a) If your AU has heating or cooling costs or receives more than $20 in low income home energy assistance program (LIHEAP) benefits from the heat and eat program under WAC 388-400-0047 each year, you get a standard utility allowance (SUA) of $515.
(b) If your household does not receive a LIHEAP heat and eat payment and the reason is solely because of your immigration status, you get a SUA of $515.