Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Program Guidance
Quick Links (Links to information on this page)
- Regulations
- Client Eligibility
- Weatherization Guides
- Webinars and Workshops
- Program Forms
- Health & Safety
- Lead Safe Weatherization
- Historic Preservation
Regulations
- 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/)
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Client Eligibility
- Income Calculator (XLS) – Revised June 2019
- Income Guidelines FAQ (PDF) – Revised April 2020
- Declaration of Income State Form and Guidance (PDF) – Revised May 2018
| Persons in Family/Household | 100% of Federal Poverty Guidelines | 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines | 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12,880 | $19,320 | $25,760 |
| 2 | $17,420 | $26,130 | $34,840 |
| 3 | $21,960 | $32,940 | $43,920 |
| 4 | $26,500 | $39,750 | $53,000 |
| 5 | $31,040 | $46,560 | $62,080 |
| 6 | $35,580 | $53,370 | $71,160 |
| 7 | $40,120 | $60,180 | $80,240 |
| 8 | $44,660 | $66,990 | $89,320 |
| Families with more than 8 persons | Add $4,540 for each additional person | Add $6,810 for each additional person | Add $9,080 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
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Weatherization Tools and Guides
- WAP Production Schedule/Tool (XLSX) – Revised February 1, 2021
- T&TA Tracking Form (XLSM) – Effective upon PY21 DOE Contract Implementation
- Weatherization Assistance (NEAT) – Student Guide (PDF) – Revised 7.1.18
- Weatherization Assistant Online Training (www.weatherizationassistanttraining.org)
- Instructions on Importing into wa8 (PDF)
- NREL SWS (https://sws.nrel.gov/) – Effective upon PY21 DOE Contract Implementation
- SWS-TX Field Guide (PDF) – Effective upon PY21 DOE Contract Implementation
- Weatherization FAQs Answered by TDHCA (PDF) – Revised 1.16.20
- DOE-WAP Timeline (PDF) Revised 10.30.15
- LIHEAP-WAP Timeline (PDF) Revised 10.30.15
- Material Installation Standards Manual (2012) (PDF)
- Exhaust Fan Flow Meter Quick Guide (PDF)
- International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Requirements (eepartnership.org)
- Weatherization Reporting Instructions (PDF) - Revised 7.11.18
- LIHEAP Performance Measures Module User Guide (PDF)
- Checking WAP Reports (PDF) - Revised 7.11.18
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Program Forms
Program Administration Forms
- DOE Budget Amendment Form (XLS)
- LIHEAP Budget Amendment Form (XLS)
- LIHEAP Blower Door and Duct Blaster Targets Tracking Form (XLSX)
- WAP Inventory List: Tools and Equipment (DOCX fillable)
- Quality Control Inspection (QCI) Form
Assessment Calculators
- AC Replacement Calculator (XLS)
- Attic Ventilation Calculator (XSLX)
- Degradation Calculator (XLSX) – Revised August 3, 2020
- Refrigerator Replacement Calculator (XLS)
- Sidewall Density Calculation Sheet (XLS)
- ASHRAE 62.2 Calculator (www.redcalc.com)
Client and Field Assessment Forms
- Blower Door and Duct Blaster Data Sheet (XLSX) – Revised October 2020
- QCI Final Inspection Certification Form (PDF)
- Health & Safety Client Questionnaire & Inspection Checklist (PDF)
- LIHEAP Priority List (PDF) – Revised January 2020
- Unified Notification Form (PDF) – Revised July 2011
- Mold-Like Substance Notification and Release Form (PDF)
- Consumer Mold Information Sheet (PDF)
- Whole House Assessment Sheet (XLSX) – Revised January 2020
- Refrigerator Replacement Form (DOC fillable)
- Landlord Permission to Perform Assessment (PDF)
- Multi-Family Project Preparation/Completion Checklist (PDF)
- Wall/Attic Inspection Form (XLS)
- Building Weatherization Report (BWR) (XLSX) – Revised October 2020
- Radon Informed Consent Form (DOCX)
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Health & Safety
- Webinars and Workshops on Health & Safety are listed above.
- DOE WPN 17-7 Health & Safety Guidance (www.energy.gov)
- Asbestos Fact Sheet - OSHA (www.osha.gov)
- EPA Guidance on Common Household Wastes & Materials (www.epa.gov)
- EPA – A Citizen's Guide to Radon (www.epa.gov)
- Potential Fire Hazards in a Home (PDF)
- Wood Stoves and Indoor Air Quality (PDF)
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Lead Safe Work
- Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program; Lead Hazard Information; U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), (https://www.epa.gov/lead/renovation-repair-and-painting-program)
- “Renovate Right: Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers, and Schools”, US Consumer Product Safety Commission, Indoor Air Quality Publications, Neighborhood Safety Library (document 427), (https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Safety-Education/Safety-Guides/General-Information/Publications-Listing/)
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Historic Preservation
Reporting
Annual Historic Preservation reporting for DOE WAP units completed 9/1/2020 through 8/31/2021 is due no later than Friday, August 13, 2021. Please complete the form below and return it to michelle.peralez@tdhca.state.tx.us.
Please only report those units weatherized during the period of 9/1/2020 through 8/31/2021.
SHPO Review Information
- Texas Historical Commission – Request for SHPO Consultation Form (https://www.thc.state.tx.us/crm/crmsend.shtml)
- Sample Request for SHPO Consultation – for reference only
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