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Water Discount Information

Water Discount Information

Baltimore City Dept. of Public Works

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Baltimore City is offering help to those who may be having problems paying their water bills. Look below for more information on the available services.


General Information


Through the Senior Citizen Water Discount Program and Low Income Water Assistance Program, Baltimore City is supporting its residents with water bill payments. Each program has eligibility requirements, guidelines, and contact information, outlined below!

Services


Senior Citizen Water Discount Program

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The City of Baltimore wants to give back to Baltimore's seniors by giving those who qualify receive a 39% discount on their water, stormwater and sewer rates charged on each quarterly bill. Contact a Senior Service Center near you to find more: https://publicworks.baltimorecity.gov/water-billing/discount-programs

Eligibility:

Eligible senior citizens may apply at any of the Senior Community Centers listed on this brochure, or may call 311 or (410) 396-5398 to obtain an application, or can download it by clicking here. PLEASE NOTE: Only one water bill account per household is eligible to receive this discount.

How to Apply:

In order to prove eligibility you will need to submit the following along with your application: (1) Proof of age (copy of Maryland Driver's License, State identification card or birth certificate) (2) Proof of property ownership or lease agreement showing that the tenant is responsible for water/sewer charges (3) Proof of all income for the household such as current tax returns, 1099 statements, eligibility letters from Social Security, Social Services or the Veterans Administration.

Service Areas:

  • Baltimore City
Low Income Water Assistance Program

About

Baltimore City is offering assistance to those who may be having problems paying their water bills. Please contact your nearest Baltimore Community Action Center for more information on how we may be able to help you. Contact information for Community Action Centers: https://publicworks.baltimorecity.gov/water-billing/discount-programs

Audience:

You must meet household income guidelines listed here: https://publicworks.baltimorecity.gov/water-billing/discount-programs

Eligibility:

(1) You must be a Baltimore City resident, the utility account holder, and receive your water bill directly from the City (2) You must reside at the property on the account (3) You must have received a delinquent, turn-off, or tax sale notice due to being in arrears (4) You must not have an existing payment plan with the Department of Finance (5) You must have verification documents for eligibility.

How to Apply:

Please contact your nearest Baltimore Community Action Center to enroll in this service based on eligibility requirements. Once approved: You must pledge to make consistent payments on your unpaid and current balance. You will receive a credit of $179.00.

Service Areas:

  • Baltimore City