Help for residents struggling to pay water and sewer bills, including reconnection
assistance.
If you are having difficulty paying your water or sewer bill, assistance may be available. New Jersey offers programs that help eligible households avoid service interruptions, restore disconnected service, pay overdue balances, and reduce the financial burden of water and sewer costs.
Whether you own your home or rent, you may qualify if you meet the program’s income and eligibility requirements.
Both homeowners and renters may qualify if they are responsible for paying water or sewer charges.
Applications are submitted through the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. Be prepared to provide:
If you have a medical emergency or other special circumstances, tell your utility immediately.
Yes, if they are responsible for paying their water or sewer bill.
Yes. Eligible assistance may be available for both water and sewer charges.
In many cases yes. Applying promptly may help prevent disconnection while your application is processed.
Apply immediately and contact your water utility about restoration — assistance may help restore service.
NJ Department of Community Affairs — program questions,
application requirements, and local agencies.
Customer rights, payment options, utility regulations, and available assistance programs.
Emergency financial assistance, nonprofits, and community resources for utility costs.
Do not wait for the disconnection notice.
