standard of need The monthly amount of income needed for a budget group to meet basic living needs. It is based on the budget group's size and county of residence.

The monthly amount of income The money a household receives from any source. needed for a budget group One or more related or unrelated individuals who occupy a common residence or would occupy a common residence if they were not homeless, and whose needs are considered together in determining eligibility for assistance are considered together in determining eligibility for assistance under one category of assistance. to meet basic living needs. It is based on the budget group's size and county of residence The dwelling where a household is actually living. Under Section 601.105 of the LIHEAP State Plan, the household must document whether the household’s residence is temporarily vacant for reasons beyond the household’s control, such as health, plumbing, or heating problems..