Which Utilities Affordability Programs do you qualify for?#
Step 1: Confirm that you are a Fort Collins Utilities electric, water or wastewater customer.
Step 2: Determine your household's gross annual income (the amount of money that everyone in your household earns over the course of a year, before taxes).
Step 3: Reference the table below to determine which affordability programs you qualify for and apply.
| 60% Colorado State Median Income | 80% Larimer County Area Median Income | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| # in Household | Income Limit | # in Household | Income Limit |
| 1 | $40,584 | 1 | $60,100 |
| 2 | $53,076 | 2 | $68,650 |
| 3 | $65,568 | 3 | $77,250 |
| 4 | $78,060 | 4 | $85,800 |
| 5 | $90,540 | 5 | $92,700 |
| 6 | $103,032 | 6 | $99,550 |
| 7 | $105,372 | 7 | $106,400 |
| 8 | $107,724 | 8 | $113,300 |
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You may qualify for: Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP): help with wintertime heating costs Income-Qualified Assistance Program (IQAP): reduced utility rate - LEAP customers are automatically enrolled |
You may qualify for: Payment Assistance Fund (PAF): emergency assistance for customers with a past-due utility bill Colorado’s Affordable Residential Energy Program (CARE): free weatherization and energy efficiency upgrades |
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Did You Know?
In warm seasons at night (when temperatures are cooler), open windows when you feel comfortable doing so (i.e. in calm weather condition, with a window stopper in place, during clean air days, etc).
Planting shade trees to block unwanted summer sun is a good, long-term approach if you plan to be in your home for many years.
Installing cooking vent hood controls with VFD fans and sensors (rebates available) at your business can help save energy and money.