Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP)

Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) in its McHenry, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

Ongoing utility payment assistance for very-low-income Illinois households. Participants pay a percentage of their income toward their gas and/or electric bills, and the state covers the remainder. Must recertify annually.

Monthly assistance varies; participants typically pay 6% of monthly income

The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.

Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Pay only percentage of income for utilities
  • Income at or below 150% federal poverty level
  • Year-round enrollment available
  • Must recertify annually
  • Covers gas and/or electric bills

How to Apply

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Program phone: (877) 411-9276

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Year-round enrollment

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Frequently asked questions

What audience tags are recorded for Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) in McHenry?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) in McHenry, IL?

Confirm the application route directly with Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (877) 411-9276. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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