3604.1 One person dwelling in the applicant household, or a representative authorized pursuant to § 3603.3, may apply for assistance on behalf of the entire household.

3604.2 For the purposes of determining eligibility and a benefit amount, a person who lives in the household shall be included in the LIHEAP household.

3604.3 A person temporarily away from home due to employment, hospitalization, vacation, or a visit shall be considered to be living in the household.

3604.4 A minor child who is away at school is considered to be living in the household if he or she returns to the home:

(a) On a weekend during the school year;

(b) During a calendar holiday; or

(c) During a school vacation.

3604.5 The Department shall determine the makeup of the household pursuant to the definition provided in 42 U.S.C. § 8622.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 63 DCR 13408 (October 28, 2016).