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Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program

undefined Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program?


The Weatherization Assistance Program provides funding for installation of energy conservation measures in the homes of low-income families to reduce the heating and cooling and to ensure their health and safety. The services are for low-income households, particularly for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families with children. The program is administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development through a network of local agencies.

The Weatherization Assistance Program provides funding for installation of energy conservation measures in the homes of low-income families to reduce the heating and cooling and to ensure their health and safety. The services are for low-income households, particularly for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families with children. The program is administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development through a network of local agencies.

undefined Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program?


To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Virginia. Preference may be given to:

  • People over 60 years of age
  • Families with one or more members with a disability
  • Families with children

In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below 60 percent of the State Median Income:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$35,594
2$46,546
3$57,497
4$68,449
5$79,401
6$90,353
7$92,406
8$94,460

*For households with more than eight people, add $2,054 per additional person.

Under DOE guidelines, you are categorically eligible to receive weatherization assistance if you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF).

undefined Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program?


To apply for this program, please contact the local administering agency. For the locality in which the home is located, please view the provider list.


For more information about this program, please visit the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development website.

For further information, you may also email the Department of Housing and Community Development at:


nancy.palmer@dhcd.virginia.gov