Water and Sewer Affordability Program

Utility Assistance

Water Affordability Program

You can receive a 40% discount on your Cleveland Water bill if you;

  • Are below 200% Federal Income Guidelines (see Benefits “Income Guidelines” for user-friendly chart)
  • Primary homeowner
  • Occupy the home for which you are applying.

Sewer Affordability Program:

  • Are below 250% Federal Income Guidelines (see Benefits “Income Guidelines” for user-friendly chart)
  • Primary homeowner or renter
  • Occupy the home for which you are applying.

Cleveland Heights residents can also receive a discount on the additional Cleveland Heights Sewer Bill.

 

Documents Required Apply now Water and Sewer Application

Low Income Home Weatherization Assistance Program (LIHWAP)

  • Available year-round
  • Open to homeowners and renters
  • Must have disconnect (water or sewer or both)
  • Eligible households may receive a payment of up to $750 each, water and sewer

Income Eligibility: Below 175% Federal Government Income Poverty Level

Crisis Appointment is required and must be scheduled in advance of application.

  • Can call 216-350-8008
  • Online web scheduler: chn.itfrontdesk.com
  • Once interview scheduled, you will be notified when and where to drop off application
    • Cannot be sent in through Gesher, must drop off at time/location provided once interview scheduled.

 

FAQS:

  • Eligible once per season only
  • Recommend schedule appointment through online scheduler and not phone line
  • One time 30 day hold to prevent disconnect once appointment is scheduled
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Contact Information:

CHN
ATTN: Utilities
2999 Payne Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114

No appointment necessary!
Bring your most recent water and sewer bill, income verification and proof of hardship (hardship must have occurred within the past 6 months).
All programs require annual income re-verification. You can mail (or drop off) your documents at 2999 Payne Avenue, Suite 208. Please bring your most current gas, electric, water and sewer (if you’re responsible for paying them), proof of past 90 days of income for everyone in the household, social security cards for all household members and your photo ID. Free parking is available.

Summer Sprinkler Program

Summer sewer bills are based on average winter water consumption, or actual summer water consumption (whichever is lower)

From May 1st through September 30th

  • Not income based
  • Property has to be owner-occupied. Not open to renters or properties listed in the name of an LLC
  • Sewer bill must reflect charges from Northeast Ohio Region Sewer District (NEORSD)

FAQs:

  • Once signed up you are on the program for as long as you have that sewer account
  • To be added you can call customer service or complete online application

 

Customer Service: 216-881-8247

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