The lump sum benefit is based on the following information:
- Income for the last 12 months immediately prior to the date of application.
- The number of persons in your household.
- The main type of fuel for your home.
- The type of home you live in.
- Whether or not your rent is subsidized (payment based on your income through HUD, Section 8, etc.)
- The number of bedrooms in your dwelling.
