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- DOE Weatherization Assistance Program for Low-Income Persons - 10 CFR 440 (Electronic Code of Federal Regulations)
- DOE Guidance and Regulations (www.energy.gov)
- Texas Administrative Code Chapter 6 (sos.state.tx.us)
- 2 CFR 200 (OMB Super Circular)
- Texas Grant Management Standards (PDF) – TXGMS information located at (https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/grant-management/)
- Eligibility Determination Tool (PDF)
- Income Calculator (XLS) – Revised April 2023
- Income Guidelines Q&A (PDF) – Revised August 2023
- Declaration of Income State Form and Guidance (PDF) – Revised April 2023
| Persons in Family/Household | 100% of Federal Poverty Guidelines | 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines | 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15,060 | $22,590 | $30,120 |
| 2 | $20,440 | $30,660 | $40,880 |
| 3 | $25,820 | $38,730 | $51,640 |
| 4 | $31,200 | $46,800 | $62,400 |
| 5 | $36,580 | $54,870 | $73,160 |
| 6 | $41,960 | $62,940 | $83,920 |
| 7 | $47,340 | $71,010 | $94,680 |
| 8 | $52,720 | $79,080 | $105,440 |
| Families with more than 8 persons | Add $5,380 for each additional person | Add $8,070 for each additional person | Add $10,760 for each additional person |
Eligibility for LIHEAP WAP is calculated at 150% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
Eligibility for DOE WAP is calculated at 200% of Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.
SOURCE: U.S Department of Health and Human Services Federal Poverty Guidelines https://aspe.hhs.gov/poverty-guidelines
Energy Audit
Installation Standards
- NREL SWS (https://sws.nrel.gov/) – Effective upon PY21 DOE Contract Implementation
- SWS-TX Field Guide (PDF) – Effective upon PY21 DOE Contract Implementation
- International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Requirements (eepartnership.org)
Reporting
- Weatherization Reporting Instructions - Revised September 2024
- PWU Reporting Instructions - Revised September 2024
Resources
- PY24 WAP T&TA Plan
- WAP Timelines Updated July 2024
- WAP Documentation Q&A’s
- WAP General Q&A’s
- WAP Health & Safety Q&A’s
- WAP Work Scope Q&A’s
Flowcharts
Program Administration Forms
- WAP Budget Amendment Form
- LIHEAP Blower Door and Duct Blaster Targets Tracking Form
- WAP Inventory List: Tools and Equipment – Updated November 2022
- WX Professional Certification Form - Revised June 2024
- WAP Production Schedule/Tool – Revised June 2024
- T&TA Tracking Form (XLSM) – Revised September 2024
- TDHCA Deferrals Classification Guide and Tracker Form –Updated November 2024
Rental – Multifamily Forms
- Landlord Permission to Perform Assessment (PDF) - revised October 2024
- Multi-Family Project Preparation/Completion Checklist (PDF)
Assessment Calculators
- AC Replacement Calculator (XLS)
- Attic Ventilation Calculator (XSLX) – Revised April 2023
- Degradation Calculator (XLSX) – Revised April, 2024
- Refrigerator Replacement Calculator (XLS)
- Sidewall Density Calculation Sheet (XLS)
- ASHRAE 62.2 Calculator
- Blower Door and Duct Blaster Data Sheet (XLSX) – Revised October 2023
TDHCA Assessment Package
- NEAT-MHEA Whole House Assessment Form – March 2024
- WAP Support Forms (XLSX) – April 2024
- Client Signature Forms-Fillable (PDF) – Revised October 2023
- Assessment SOP Checklist (XLSX) – June 2023
Final Inspection Forms
- QCI Final Inspection Certification Form (PDF) – October 2023
- Building Weatherization Report (BWR) (XLSX) – Revised June 2023
Priority List
- PY24 LIHEAP Priority List – Effective for PY24 LIHEAP Contracts
- TDHCA-Approved DOE Priority List Policies & Procedures (PDF)
- DOE Priority Lists (Hot Climate Zone) – Revised October 2023
- DOE Priority Lists (Moderate Climate Zone) – Revised October 2023
- DOE WPN 22-8 Optional Regional Weatherization Priority Lists Guidance (www.energy.gov)
Client Education Materials
- EPA – Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools (www.epa.gov) – Available in multiple options to include both English and Spanish
- EPA – A Citizen's Guide to Radon (www.epa.gov)
- Consumer Mold Information Sheet (PDF) – Updated March 2023
- EPA Health Indoor Environment Protocols
Guidance & Resources
- PY24 WAP Health & Safety Plan
- DOE WPN 22-7 Health & Safety Guidance (www.energy.gov)
- EPA – Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (www.epa.gov)
- OSHA – Asbestos Fact Sheet (www.osha.gov)
- EPA – Asbestos Resources (www.epa.gov)
- EPA – Guidance on Common Household Wastes & Materials (www.epa.gov)
- EPA – Radon Resources (www.epa.gov)
Reporting
Annual Historic Preservation reporting for DOE and DOE_BIL WAP units completed during the time period of 9/1 through 8/31 is due every year no later than the 2nd Friday of August. Please complete the form below and return it to Elisabeth.Hunter@tdhca.texas.gov.