Cook County Weatherization Assistance
Cook County Department of Planning & Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Cook County Weatherization Assistance in its Des Plaines, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
County-administered weatherization program providing free energy efficiency improvements for income-qualified households in suburban Cook County including Des Plaines. Services include insulation, air sealing, furnace repair/replacement, and energy education.
Grant covers 100% of weatherization measures up to maximum
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-09-19; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Des Plaines, IL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Local lead-service-line replacement assistance varies; contact your water utility
Key Details
- Free weatherization up to $7,500
- Income at or below 60% state median income
- Priority for seniors and disabled persons
- Covers insulation, air sealing, HVAC
- No repayment required
How to Apply
Confirm the current application route with the administrator. Verified official forms and steps appear below when available.
Prepare your application
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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).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- 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).
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Deadline: Rolling applications year-round
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Cook County Weatherization Assistance in Des Plaines, IL?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $7,500 in weatherization. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Cook County Weatherization Assistance in Des Plaines?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. It also carries a low-income tag. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Cook County Weatherization Assistance in Des Plaines, IL?
Confirm the application route directly with Cook County Department of Planning & Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (708) 383-1924. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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