Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP)
Michigan Department of Health & Human Services
About This Program
Federal program providing assistance with past-due water and wastewater bills for low-income Michigan households. Helps prevent water shutoffs and restore service. Available to eligible Saginaw residents.
Maximum assistance toward water/sewer bills; actual amount based on arrears and income
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Saginaw, MI, 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 Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Assistance up to $2,500 for water/sewer bills
- For low-income households
- Prevents shutoffs and restores service
- Available to renters and homeowners
- Apply through MI Bridges
How to Apply
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Deadline: Ongoing while funds available
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