Applications for the Emergency Heating Repair Program are open as of today, November 1.

Program Overview

The Emergency Heating Repair Program (EHRP) provides service grants to assist income-eligible, owner-occupants of 1-to-4-unit properties with emergency heating system replacements or repairs during the winter season. 

How to Apply

The program is open from Nov. 1, 2024 to April 1, 2025. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and funding is limited. Inquirers with an email address can submit a service request through one of the following options: 

• Online
• The City’s 311 service line
• CHI311 APP
• Paper applications can be download and printed out for submission via mail

An inquirer who does not have an email address will need to call 311 to be sent a paper application package by mail to apply. Completed applications can be returned to: Department of Housing, Attn: Emergency Heating Repair Program, 121 N Lasalle, Room 1000, 10th flr, Chicago, Illinois 60602.

Eligibility

Eligible properties must be located in Chicago, habitable, owner-occupied, and not at risk of foreclosure. The applicant's name must be listed on the deed to the property for a minimum of one year at the time of application. All applicants must be income qualified. Households earning 80% or less of the area median income (AMI) are eligible to participate in the program. The total gross income of all owners and other household members shall be included and many not exceed this limit. The gross income of all adults, 18 and older, who reside in the property, are included to determine income eligibility.

All utilities must be current and in working order. If the owner sells, transfers title, or no longer occupies the property within one year of receiving the service, the owner will be required to repay a prorated portion of the grant.